Xmas is coming the goose is getting fat, Time to put a penny in the old man’s hat. If you haven’t got a penny a ha’penny will do, If you haven’t got a ha’penny then God bless you! Are you happy? It appears that as we age, we become more optimistic and happy according to […]
Writers Gotta Write, Right? Writing for the sheer pleasure of writing embodies the joy of creative expression, self-discovery, and the simple act of putting thoughts into words. For writers, the act of writing isn’t just a task—it’s a necessity, a way of making sense of the world and connecting with their inner selves. Writers gotta […]
Writing is a simple and pure act with minimal tools necessary for its execution.There are as many reasons to write as there are people who write. Some of the best reasons I’ve found to write are: Writing to create order – as with a legal will Writing to honor – composing songs for your beloved, […]
It’s not what you do when you are motivated. It’s not what you do occasionally. It’s what you do when the going gets boring or repetitive…in the face of challenge, conflict, or controversy…that’s what matters. When you think It doesn’t matter, what’s one day of not living up to my goals?… That’s where, as the […]
Happiness is often misunderstood as the ultimate goal of life, but in reality, it’s more of a byproduct of how we live our lives and the choices we make. Happiness often arises from leading a purposeful life rather than seeking happiness directly. For example, someone who volunteers at a local shelter may find deep fulfillment […]
“Invisible wealth” refers to assets or resources that are not immediately apparent or tangible but hold significant value to individuals or societies. While financial wealth is often the most visible form of prosperity, there are several other areas of invisible wealth that are equally important but may go unnoticed. If we only measure dollars, other […]
Don’t love your work? Can’t wait to get the heck out of there when your shift is done? It’s up to you to find some part of your job to enjoy. Let’s get real: You signed on for this work. You agreed to their terms and conditions. Even if you felt you had no choice […]
Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey have written a thought-provoking book together. It’s called Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier. Yep. There are other books on how to get happy. Why is this one different? One of the many things I enjoy about this content is that Brooks and […]
Start-up life in the time of Corona/recession, Lesson 8: Life and Happiness AI did not help with creating this picture This is a reprint of a classic blog that I wrote in July 2020 when I first started my company Shiageto Consulting. Enjoy! In this series, I share with you some of the key learnings I […]
Want a way to make someone and yourself truly happy this Thanksgiving? There’s a method of practicing gratitude that you may not have heard about: The Gratitude Visit. It’s a concept created by the man considered to be the Father of Positive Psychology, Dr. Martin Seligman, and a moving way to express your deep appreciation […]
