Dr. Robert Waldinger on The Harvard Happiness Study

June 8th, 2023 · by Dr. Vikas Shah MBE DL
The Harvard Study of Adult Development is an extraordinary scientific endeavour that began in 1938 and is still going strong. For over eight decades, the study has tracked the same individuals and their families, asking thousands of questions and taking hundreds of measurements—from brain scans to blood work—with the goal…

 

Crisis of Reason & Clear Thinking – Christer Sturmark

April 7th, 2022 · by Dr. Vikas Shah MBE DL
In country after country, conspiracy theories and religious dogmas that once seemed to have been overtaken by enlightened thought are helping to loft authoritarian leaders into power. The effects are being felt by women, ethnic minorities, teachers, scientists, and students – and by the environment, the ultimate victim of climate…

 

Steve Peters on Psychology, The Chimp Paradox & Wellbeing

October 28th, 2021 · by Dr. Vikas Shah MBE DL
All of us face challenges, rough patches and struggles in life. During these times we are often our own worst enemy, experiencing unwelcome emotions, thinking and behaviours. Professor Steve Peters is author of the bestselling book, The Chimp Paradox, which has sold over 1.4 million copies since release in 2012.…