My own journey to Machu Picchu While I’ d love to say that photo above is mine, I would be lying to you. Unfortunatley, my grainy photos taken back in 2012 just wouldn’t do this magical wonder any justice. After 4 days trekking along the Inca Jungle Trail, staying in basic, yet charming accommodation inContinue reading “Facts about Machu Picchu (GNL11)”
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Start-up takes innovative approach to using fallen leaves (GNL7)
In the time it takes to say ‘deforestation’, another chunk of forest the size of a football pitch is destroyed – WWF We likely give very little thought to the fallen leaves in Autumn that clog up our gutters or the ones that we have to tread over cautiously to avoid slipping, other than theContinue reading “Start-up takes innovative approach to using fallen leaves (GNL7)”
Could a ‘to-don’t list’ reduce your feelings of guilt, exhaustion, and burnout? (GNL6)
We are all guilty of taking on new tasks or begrudgingly saying yes to an invitation to a social event even when our schedule is already jam-packed, in the belief that this will see the best results and lead to a greater sense of self-satisfaction and better relationships. Amber Imber, an organisational psychologist, sees theContinue reading “Could a ‘to-don’t list’ reduce your feelings of guilt, exhaustion, and burnout? (GNL6)”
How ‘Glimmers’ boost our positivity, bring us joy and security: What are your ‘glimmers’? (GNL8)
The term ‘glimmers’ was something unknown to me until only this week, when during my lessons, I learned its meaning in this context for the first time. Although it’s true in today’s digital age that the promotion of wellness trends are gathering momentum, we are still inclined to analyse and even obsess over what hasContinue reading “How ‘Glimmers’ boost our positivity, bring us joy and security: What are your ‘glimmers’? (GNL8)”
The positive effects of bilingualism on brain efficiency (GNL9)
We all have different reasons for learning a second language, whether it be to open up job opportunities, make friends from around the globe, or even just for the love of language learning and the new language itself (a little harder to believe!). There are also other positive effects of bilingualism, including the potential toContinue reading “The positive effects of bilingualism on brain efficiency (GNL9)”
Kindness makes us stronger (GNL5)
When was the last time you went out of your way to be kind to someone or were on the receiving end of a selfless, thoughtful act? Often we overlook the importance of being kind to others or are unaware of what even constitutes kindness. Kindess is more than a behaviour, however, and can leadContinue reading “Kindness makes us stronger (GNL5)”
Are New Year’s Resolutions Old News? Here are Some Alternatives (GNL10)
I often hear the words new year, new me, but why not new year, same me (with a few minor adjustments)? While the concept of making resolutions at New Year might motivate some individuals to address some of the areas they wish to improve, you are more likely to start on a high note andContinue reading “Are New Year’s Resolutions Old News? Here are Some Alternatives (GNL10)”