Alain de Botton: education makes us human
Podcast: An episode from the podcast series debating 'what makes us human?' with the world's leading thinkers. Philosopher Alain de Botton believes wisdom, passed through generations, is what we need to...
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The time screens are taking away from us
Video: Psychologist Adam Alter shares in this Ted Talk why all those hours you spend staring at those screens may be making you miserable. He also poses ideas on what...
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The brain changing effect of exercise
Video: This Ted Talk from neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki explains the transformative effects of exercise on your brain. Effects such as boosting mood and memory, as well as protecting your brain...
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Want to be happy? Be grateful
Video: David Steindl-Rast believes happiness is born from gratitude. His Ted Talk is a lesson on slowing down, looking where you are going and being grateful.
The power of believing you can improve
Video: Carol Dweck researches “growth mindset”. In this Ted Talk she discusses two ways to think about a problem and their consequences
A simple way to break a bad habit
Video: Psychiatrist Judson Brewer's Ted Talk presents the idea that we can break bad habits by becoming more aware and curious about them
The Happy Broadcast
Platform: A great source of great news! Mauro Gatti has created a platform to illustrate and share positive news from around the world.
Good Gym
Platform: Good gym is the platform for a community of runners that are combining getting fit with doing good. Helping people find a great reason to run!
Calm – the meditation, sleep and relaxation app
Platform: Calm is meditation and relaxation app with some free resources, such as 7 days of calm - use these free resources as an introduction into meditation, or to test...
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The Open University – Distance Learning and Online Courses
Platform: The Open University opens up the option to study for many people by offering distance learning and online teaching. Browse course options and potentially discover an opportunity to fit...
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