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On a hot afternoon in Shanghai, Ms. Liu walks her grandson to the nearest public park. It is small, just a strip of green between two large housing blocks, but it is always full of life. Retirees practice tai chi, teenagers skate, and neighbors gather in clusters of shade. For Ms. Liu, this sliver of […]
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Picture yourself in 2050. You’re 70, walking to a neighborhood park in Bandung. The sidewalks are smooth, buses have ramps, and a nearby clinic knows your medical history. Aging feels manageable—even empowering. But just a few hundred miles away, in smaller Indonesian cities without safe streets or accessible healthcare, older adults struggle with isolation, limited […]
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“How was your last performance review?” Depending on who you ask, you’ll hear everything from “felt seen” to “felt blindsided.” But a new study suggests that it might not be your manager’s mood—or even your performance—that makes the difference. It’s the structure. Researchers just dropped a two-part investigation into how structured evaluation systems—think clear criteria, […]
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You’ve heard it before: “Go outside, it’s good for your health.” But what if the science behind that advice is built on a vague, inconsistent idea of what “nature” actually means? Is it a forest trail or a backyard garden? A potted plant or a national park? According to new research from a European team […]
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As we potentially sit on the edge of a recession, what happens when you can no longer afford the little joys in life—an occasional night out, a concert, or even a small luxury like a nice watch? Most of us understand the financial strain of hard times, but new research suggests that cutting back on […]
Read more →When someone moves from being unhoused to housed, the journey is often filled with hurdles. While finding a place to live is a huge step, achieving a sense of belonging is equally important—and far more elusive. Recent research published in PLOS ONE highlights the power of engaging in meaningful activities as a critical pathway for […]
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No duh, right? It’s no secret that taking part in leisure activities makes people feel better. Whether it’s going for a walk in the park, swimming, or even gardening, many of us have felt the joy that comes from spending time doing something enjoyable. But why do these activities make us happier? And how do […]
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Are you at home right now? I bet you might be. In an era where the landscape of work is undergoing a dramatic transformation, understanding the multifaceted world of remote work becomes crucial. The article How Remote Work Changes the World of Work offers a comprehensive framework for understanding remote work’s complexities. This blog aims […]
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