Solving the True Meaning of Happiness With Philosophy

Solving the True Meaning of Happiness With Philosophy

What is the true meaning of happiness? What can we learn from the teachings of ancient philosophy? In his book Happy, Derren Brown seeks to find the definition of a happy life, the philosophical building blocks we can use to achieve it, and the barriers that prevent us from living to our fullest. Brown’s approach is grounded in the philosophy of ancient Greek philosophers. Keep reading to learn about Brown’s quest to solve the true meaning of happiness, based on philosophy.

How to Compliment a Friend Without an Ulterior Motive

How to Compliment a Friend Without an Ulterior Motive

Do you know how to compliment a friend? Why should you give out compliments? In The Like Switch, Jack Schafer and Marvin Karlins suggest complimenting friends if you want to improve your relationships with them. They offer a few tricks to compliment someone without coming off as insincere to ensure you don’t hurt anyone’s feelings. Read below for the authors’ guide to being nice to someone in the best way possible.

The Man-Month Myth & How to Manage Large Teams

The Man-Month Myth & How to Manage Large Teams

What is the man-month myth? How can you best manage large, complex teams? Fred Brooks originally wrote The Mythical Man-Month as a management guide for the burgeoning software industry. However, managers from diverse fields began adopting his strategies, turning his work into a business classic. Read on to learn about the man-month myth and how to manage large teams, according to Brooks’s advice.

People Are Rejecting Technology—What Are Their Solutions?

People Are Rejecting Technology—What Are Their Solutions?

Why are people rejecting technology? What dangers does technology pose? What are the solutions? Neo-Luddites are part of a movement that promotes technological reform and advocates much more careful consideration of the possible consequences of adopting any technology. While they don’t entirely reject technology, they worry about the broad and varied dangers it poses. Read on to learn why rejecting technology, and not embracing every new technology, might be a wise decision.

How to Build a Healthy Work Culture for Team-Building

How to Build a Healthy Work Culture for Team-Building

What is a healthy work culture? Why is a safe environment important for employees? A safe working environment doesn’t just mean preventing injuries, it means creating a psychologically healthy place to work in for employees. According to Patrick Lencioni in his book The Advantage, a healthy work culture is crucial for building an effective team. Keep reading to learn how to build a healthy work culture for your business.

6 Amazing Facts About the Brain, Backed by Science

6 Amazing Facts About the Brain, Backed by Science

What are some amazing facts about the brain? What do these facts reveal about our minds? In Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain, Lisa Feldman Barrett provides facts about the brain that help us understand our control center even better. By understanding how our brain operates, you can take a more active role in deciding how to think and behave. Let’s look at these facts about the brain that Barrett provides.

The 2 New Climate Change Policies That May Protect Millions

The 2 New Climate Change Policies That May Protect Millions

Why are climate change policies important? Which recent policies did the U.S. pass? What domestic and global impact will they have? The U.S. Senate has broken through its infamous gridlock to deliver two major pieces of climate change legislation. With the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act and ratifying of the Kigali Amendment, millions of people could now be protected from some of the worst threats of global warming. Read on to learn about these two major climate change policies and their potential impact on the world.

How Damage From Hurricane Ian Will Affect FL Insurance

How Damage From Hurricane Ian Will Affect FL Insurance

What adverse effects will the damage from Hurricane Ian have on homeowners in Florida? Why is it so hard to get insurance in Florida? In addition to ransacking Florida, Hurricane Ian left Floridians with a new set of problems: property damage expenses and rising insurance premiums. Additionally, the housing market is expected to take a huge hit, possibly reducing house prices by up to 50%. Continue reading to learn about the financial damages from Hurricane Ian.