Life & Style

7 things unsuccessful people do over holiday breaks
07:07 2017-12-22

Most people throughout the country will take some time off around the holidays this year. If you’re one of those people, you’ve got to make sure that you’re not squandering your precious time off. Business Insider spoke with Lynn Taylor, a national workplace expert and the author of “Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant: How to …

Single people with heart disease at higher risk of death than those who are married
03:41 2017-12-22

If you often get nostalgic thinking about the joys you had when you were single, new research suggests that being married also has its merits. Researchers have found that unmarried heart patients face higher risk of death. Compared to married heart disease patients, being unmarried was associated with a higher risk of dying, said the …

Can a new job with higher income buy you happiness? Not really, says research
03:04 2017-12-22

Eyeing a new job for a better and higher income? While more money may improve health and life standards, it may not necessarily buy you happiness, researchers say. People who earn more money tend to become proud and selfish, while those who earn less may be rich in compassion and love, showed the study challenging …

8 ways to avoid Christmas stress so you can enjoy the day
23:45 2017-12-21

Yes, it is the ‘most wonderful time of the year’ but Christmas can also add stress – catering for large numbers of people, choosing the perfect presents for everyone and organising travel. However, it doesn’t have to get the best of you. Here are eight ways to ensure you stay as chilled as possible this …

7 mindfulness techniques to help you beat festive stress
22:45 2017-12-21

Christmas is supposedly one of the happiest times of year but – what with all the planning, spending and socialising – it can also be one of the most stressful. Here we talk to mindfulness expert John Lingley, who gives the low-down on relaxing techniques you can use in order to beat the festive stress. …