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In the bustling and often overwhelming environment of modern organisations, it can be challenging for introverted, sensitive, shy, and socially anxious individuals to find their footing. However, the concept of flourishing within organisations offers a beacon of hope. Drawing from the latest research and theories, we can uncover strategies and mindsets that enable everyone, regardless…
In the world of leadership, extraversion often appears to hold the winning cards. Charismatic speeches, high-energy meetings, and an outwardly assertive presence seem to dominate the narrative of what it means to be a successful leader. However, Kim Cameron’s book “Positively Energizing Leadership” sheds light on a different, equally powerful path—one that introverted individuals might…
There’s a simple but profound truth that runs through every culture: kindness is powerful. It can soften hearts, build connections, and even change the course of someone’s day or life. But what about when kindness feels like the last thing we want to offer? What about when someone treats us unjustly? In these moments, being…
There is a version of wellbeing advice that is essentially: think positive, feel better. It is not particularly useful, and most people who have experienced anxiety or isolation know that well. Positive thinking on its own is not a strategy. But there is something in the research worth taking more seriously than the self-help shorthand…
The concept of languishing has emerged as a crucial focus in mental health research, especially in the wake of global events that have altered our social and work environments. Languishing, a state described as a sense of stagnation and emptiness, lies between flourishing and depression on the mental health continuum (Keyes, 2002). For introverts, who…
In our ever-evolving understanding of emotions and their impacts on our lives, Barbara Fredrickson’s book “Love 2.0: Finding Happiness and Health in Moments of Connection” offers a refreshing perspective on love. Fredrickson, a leading researcher in the field of positive psychology, redefines love not as a stable, everlasting bond, but as a series of micro-moments…