July 5, 2017
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Reading a well-written column is a treat. But reading a column that inspires you to examine your beliefs and do some soul-searching is a true delicacy. “The Last Lecture” column by Chris Peterson struck a chord with me. Firstly, by reminding the name and legacy of late Randy Pausch, a charismatic computer science professor. Mr…
May 18, 2017
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When we experience a strong reaction, it usually means some of our core values are being challenged. In this post I talk about my visceral reaction to the claim that happy introverts are a rare occurrence, unlike happy extroverts, who are quite common. Cognition Rules I’d like to think of myself as a rather reasonable…
November 13, 2016
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With “Introduction to Positive Psychology” certificate now being complete, it only seems appropriate to jot down some of my reflections on the experience of being back at school and studying a topic I feel very strongly about. A modified version of the “what went well” exercise, to make things more current. When positive psychology found…
August 9, 2016
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From the very first time I read this poem by Rumi, a 13th century Persian poet and Sufi mystic, I was fascinated by its lapidary. To capture so beautifully and succinctly the real meaning of love is truly a work of art and a gift I wish I had possessed. Even though I was instantaneously…