The World is Kinder than we Think

[Read on Ethical Revolution]

The recently published 2025 World Happiness Report (the 13th edition of the report) has focussed on the impact of caring and sharing on people’s happiness.

Drawing on a study by Oxford University’s Wellbeing Research Centre showing that people are a lot kinder than we might otherwise expect, the research also shows that the more we believe in the kindness of others the happier we will be ourselves.

So do we find ourselves in an unnecessary viscous circle here? And how can we break free? It would appear that the 24 hour news cycle keeps many of us locked in a state of negativity and can harbour the sort of overstated mistrust referred to in the report. A small shift in habit – in the way we consume the information – can make it possible to escape this endless negative cycle whilst remaining connected with world events.

Who is Happiest?

For the eighth successive year Finland has topped the list of the ‘happiest countries’. The UK is 23rd and the USA is 24th – both dropping from previous years.

The director of Oxford’s Wellbeing Research Centre, Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, who is also professor of economics at the University of Oxford, and an editor of the World Happiness Report, said:

“This year’s report pushes us to look beyond traditional determinants like health and wealth. It turns out that sharing meals and trusting others are even stronger predictors of wellbeing than expected. In this era of social isolation and political polarisation we need to find ways to bring people around the table again — doing so is critical for our individual and collective wellbeing.”

[Via Ethical Revolution]

The Problem with trying to define Wellbeing is that there is no one size fits all definition...

We all have the power to decide what wellbeing means for us…

Wellbeing can mean completely different things to different people…

If you find yourself feeling lethargic all the time, improving your wellbeing might mean looking at your diet and physical activity.

This timeline has been so fucked that I have taken to becoming a full degenerate. #resistance #wellbeing

#VerySpecialDay

Season 9 Episode 1 "Crash part 1"

Beware of the software engineer stereotype...

Whether you're new to the industry or have been around a while, you don't have to live up to the software engineer stereotype...

Software Engineers can also be:
Health enthusiasts
Great communicators
Runners
Swimmers
Sociable
Empathetic
Musicians
Parents...

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗜 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱?

Dive into the present moment

Ever wondered what mindfulness really is? Below blog post gives a simple explanation.

Read here: https://mindfullist.com.au/blog/what-is-mindfulness-a-guide

Share it with someone who could use a better understanding of mindfulness.

'Wild Swimming' Does Something Amazing to Your Mind, Study Reveals

Perhaps the main takeaway though is in how wild swimming delivers its mental wellbeing benefits – essentially through enhanced feelings of freedom. Perhaps, in a world of growing external pressures, this is the reason wild swimming is becoming so popular.

I agree...As a kid, I grew up swimming in lakes and rivers. I don't like swimming pools at all. There's no connection there.

#swimming #wild #wellbeing #freedom

https://www.sciencealert.com/wild-swimming-does-something-amazing-to-your-mind-study-reveals

#wellness #images @health #memes #wellbeing #health

Current filters for the next 7 days:

Trump
Musk
Russia
Republicans
Elon

guys, here is a question -
how old do you think you should be to still be able to do the strength training?
and particularly to do the arm balances or other calisthenics?

what could motivate you to workout?
(i think the fear is the strongest motivation)

what's your thoughts in general about aging and being able to workout?
- do you think you can be too old to workout or is it okay at any age?
- and what kinds of workouts at what age is ok?
- what do you think about martial arts and how good or bad they are to get fit? (i think some kinds do not work for this goal but may make you feel better mentally. also for some kinds you need to train strength and stretch additionally to be better in it)

(and.. how old do you think I am?)

join the abs party, btw !
six pack beautifies people a lot better than brilliants!!

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#strengthtraining #calisthenics #fitness #yoga #challenge #fitnesschallenge #yogachallenge #calisthenicschallenge #freeweights #gym #homegym #workout #health #healthcare #wellbeing #training #core #exercise #hiking #posture #muscles #vegan #lifestyle #aging #weightloss #motivation #aikido #bujinkan #kickboxing #capoeira #martialarts #fitnessmotivation

Focus on your wellbeing with simple steps to a healthier life

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Feeling stressed in a fast-paced world? Check out these simple strategies to manage stress and keep your well-being in check! #StressManagement #Wellbeing #MentalHealth
https://tlmagazine.co.uk/how-to-manage-stress/

#wellness #wellbeing #memes @health #health #images

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Take control of your tech habits for better mental health.

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Here’s a
#MondayMorningMinute
with #nature here on
The Bee Sanctuary of Ireland.
Take a moment.

#pause

Go do some #good.
Have the best week you can.
If you’re not having a good week - tell someone.
And if someone tells you -
Listen.
Really #listen.

#mentalhealth
#wellbeing #birds #birdsofmastodon
#birdsong #bees