Matthieu Ricard is a Tibetan Buddhist monk and the Dalai Lama’s French interpreter who became globally renowned for his bestselling books and popular presentations on happiness. He (unwillingly) gained the title of “happiest man in the world” from the Western press due to the level of brain activity registered in a brain scan during his …

1. Stand up straight The quickest way to boost your inner confidence is to change the way you sit, stand or walk. ‘Looking confident means feeling more confident and the reverse is true, so self-diminishing behaviours like hugging your torso or standing with your legs crossed at the ankles will send signals to your subconscious …

Every man knows the rules about buttoning a suit jacket: sometimes, always, never. That’s in order, from top to bottom, for a three-button jacket. For a two-button jacket, it’s just as easy to remember: sometimes, never. The point here is that “never” is how frequently that bottom button should be clasped. This rule is ironclad—and, …

We all have those in-flight essentials you don’t set foot on a plane without, from celeb magazines to squishy travel pillows, but it looks you need to upgrade your kit next time you fly to include one skincare essential… It turns out you should never travel on a plane without wearing sunscreen, according to a …

Studies have linked low self-esteem and poor self-image with a variety of problems that can affect anything from the way you view your career to the way you conduct your relationships. Here are some of the most common problems low self-esteem can cause – and how to get them sorted… 1. You hate yourself While there are …