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BySandy Mora Introduction Imagine a world where your every emotion, your deepest griefs, and highest joys, could be expressed without uttering a single word. For me, that world has always been encapsulated in the art of dance. From the tender steps of ballet when I was 5, moving through jazz, hip hop, and Mexican folk in

ByLaetitia Larrivée Step into the world of art where creativity intertwines with joy, and the canvas becomes a transformative space for self-discovery. Recognized for its ability to uplift spirits and evoke emotions, art is a powerful tool for self-expression.   The Science Behind Art and Happiness Scientific evidence robustly supports art’s positive effects on happiness. Dr. Semir Zeki’s

ByEdie HigbyIn today’s world, life is busier than ever. Ir! With innovative technology on the rise daily and the world at our fingertips with the touch of our phones, we are busier than ever. In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, spending a significant portion of our time at work is inevitable. Whether

ByJuan Carlos Cuesta Celorio  Have you ever heard that phrase at your workplace, or worse yet, have you ever said it yourself? It seems to reflect the negative perception that most people have about work, and perhaps that’s why it’s so challenging to talk about “Happiness at work” in companies. Companies don’t want happy employees;

ByOlga Mayorga Hope is a feeling that we have all experienced in some moment of our lives, and especially arises in the most difficult and complicated moments, giving us the chance to see a ray of light at the end of the tunnel. Sometimes it seems a bit of a romantic concept, however, it has

ByDeni Vazquez Have you ever felt like you are not yourself? Lost, down, ignoring what to do or which way to go? I want to share a “magic pill” that brought me back on track when I was low. Back in 2017, I lived the most challenging period of my life. Restructure in the company, a

ByMario Cortés — Dad, we’re not going to the library today, are we? I’m very tired, it’s been an intense day at school, then basketball training and we’re almost at the end of the week, I feel exhausted and I don’t have the energy to make a present for mommy. How should we talk to our

By Dr. eLVIS Xiangkun Zhu In the world we live in, individuals may encounter various forms of trauma or extreme stress events, from natural disasters to human-induced violence, from sudden loss to wars and conflicts (Smith, 2019). The impact of these events, especially on the psychological and emotional levels, may last for a long time, even

BySandy Mora Introduction Trauma is a difficult and painful experience, but it can also catalyze growth. Science says so, and I can attest to this from my own personal story. Post-traumatic growth (PTG) is the positive psychological change that can occur after a traumatic event. People who experience PTG often report a newfound appreciation for life, stronger

ByAstrid Baumgardner One fascinating application of happiness principles is “Conscious Capitalism”, a movement among organizations that believe that business is more than making a profit and that investing in the good is good for business.  Conscious capitalism dovetails with two important principles of happiness studies:The importance of purpose andSystems thinking.What is Conscious Capitalism?   Conscious Capitalism was