When somebody can juggle lots of things at the same time, we often say that they are good “multitaskers.” All of us multitask once in a while. But psychologists have been warning us about it for decades. Some say it’s harmful to productivity and others say you can’t do it at all. For example, talking on the phone while […] … learn more→
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Schools need to start teaching pupils mental health prevention skills – here’s how
Schools are often where children’s and adolescents’ mental health problems are identified. While there is ever growing demand for mental health support for pupils, such as in-school counselling and mentoring, the focus now – just like for any health problem – should be more on prevention than intervention. Prevention makes sense financially, given that specialist mental health services for […] … learn more→
What makes East Africa a perfect safari destination?
A World Bank study revealed that Africa attracted more than 33 million visitors in 2012, a remarkable increase from the 6.7 million in 1990. While more than a half of the international visits to the continent were business-oriented, a few included some touristic activities too. The other half had visitors that travelled for tourism, meeting […] … learn more→
Why I’d unfollow you
The longer I’ve actively been on social media, the more certain things grate on me. I’ve written before about why I’d follow an account—a person or organisation—on Twitter. So, you can imagine that if an account started to become the opposite of what it was when I followed it, it would turn me off. With longer-term […] … learn more→
Social media mistakes that lose followers
If you’re a business trying to boost your brand and increase your following, you’ve surely read all the articles about how to get likes, how to increase your following, and how best to use Instagram tools. But what may be equally important to a company interested in improving its social presence, generate sales, and maximize […] … learn more→
What about your personal injuries?
It is a beautiful day, you’re safely and sensibly driving down the street, peacefully keeping yourself to yourself when, all of a sudden – ka-Boom! Someone runs a stop sign and smashes into your car. It’s not your fault. And your day’s already chock full of deadlines, personal multi-tasks and a maybe even concert tickets. […] … learn more→
We took a snapshot of the last year of people’s lives – here’s what we found
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news – sooner or later, we’ll all reach the end of our lives. Many of us are not keen to face this event, nor the time that comes directly before. It’s actually hard to say what is the bigger taboo, death or the personal care that most of […] … learn more→
Find out how you can best compare auto insurance quotes online
When it comes evaluating insurance auto insurance firm, there is no cause for alarm the moment you understand what you are actually want. What you must understand is that not all insurance companies may be suitable for you. When you want to compare auto insurance quotes online, it is important to bear in mind that […] … learn more→
10 ways to help you settle for the right anonymous car insurance
While everyone may want to have their own car, the high fuels costs make it seem like a dream to many. Aside from this, it is necessary to begin looking for ways to reduce other operating costs in that regard. Now, where do you go? – Car insurance is one good example. As a matter […] … learn more→
Loneliness is contagious – and here’s how to beat it
Loneliness is a common condition affecting around one in three adults. It damages your brain, immune system, and can lead to depression and suicide. Loneliness can also increase your risk of dying prematurely as much as smoking can – and even more so than obesity. If you feel lonely, you tend to feel more stressed in […] … learn more→