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The benefits of mindfulness and five common myths surrounding it
Health, Sports & Psychology

The benefits of mindfulness and five common myths surrounding it

...research has consistently shown that regular physical exercise can boost our mood. It might be the last thing we would think of doing when down, but it is something that certainly works. Another solution or intervention to assist us in our modern world is mindfulness. Mindfulness is about moving away from our ‘automatic pilot’ approach (what we can also think of as...
Proper men, proper women: Gender roles in contemporary UK society
Health, Sports & Psychology

Proper men, proper women: Gender roles in contemporary UK society

...researchers who investigate how the social, or cultural, is also psychological. It's also obvious that in contemporary UK society gender roles have not disappeared at all. In many respects they've even become more distinct. Think of the shops and product ranges which target women and men differently with the expectation that they'll have separate tastes and lifestyles....
Supporting Mental Health Through Online Music Fandoms
OpenLearn Ireland

Supporting Mental Health Through Online Music Fandoms

...research, they outline the ways in which music, belonging and connection work to create a positive online experience. [Supporting Mental Health Through Online Music Fandoms] Download the video transcript What are the benefits of being in an online fandom? 1. Online fandoms offer a sense of belonging Online music fandoms are a place to connect with others who have similar...
The First World War continues: Medina, Arabia, January 1919
History & The Arts

The First World War continues: Medina, Arabia, January 1919

...research has shown that for many peoples across Europe, especially in central, eastern and southeastern Europe, the fighting continued. New nations were born in a crucible of violence, governments and ruling regimes were overthrown, and paramilitary forces clashed with armies, attacked civilians and ravaged urban and rural areas. In the Middle East, Germany’s ally the...
Employee engagement
Money & Business

Employee engagement

...research on the dynamics of employee engagement in the working population of the UK. It suggests that engagement is strongly influenced by such factors as the life stage and size of companies. While reading, make some notes and consider the question: to what extent does this reflect your experience? The time of your life Brown, A., Roddan, M., Jordan S. and Nilsson, L....
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Non-existent countries
Society, Politics & Law

Non-existent countries

...research process for the book. Dr Nick Middleton So the research was such where a lot of these places have websites. There are big organisations of non countries. There's UNPO and the UUN, the – I can't remember what the acronym stands for now – the Unrecognised People’s Organisation – has about forty, fifty, sixty non countries as members. They have websites,...
Sustainable innovations in enterprises
Money & Business

Sustainable innovations in enterprises

...research laboratory dedicated to pioneering new fabrics? That led to all sorts in the way of easy-care synthetics through to machine-washable wools. Innovation and Marks & Spencer, not two words that I thought I would be working together in a sentence on the TED stage. Equally the idea of shirts that are crease-resistant or gym clothes that wick away moisture, very...
Developing employability through sport and physical activity
Health, Sports & Psychology

Developing employability through sport and physical activity

...research indicates that participation can also equip us with valuable skills that enhance our employability. Engaging in sport and physical activity provides opportunities to develop a diverse skill set that can be transferred to the workplace. This free course, Developing your employability through sport and physical activity, offers a valuable opportunity to explore how...