Maybe it’s just because I read this in January, you know, that time of year when we all get excited about what we can do to better ourselves… or maybe it’s just because I really enjoy reading Dan Buettner’s research on centenarians alongside real life stories. In any case, here I am again with a review of another book about Blue Zones. In this book, evidence and data about the healthiest and longest lived people are given expression through the stories of individuals who epitomise […]

This well researched book shares the secrets behind the happiest places to live in the world and strategies for us all to add to our pleasure, purpose and pride – the 3 pillars of happiness. There are plenty of lessons for politicians on designing happy communities, as well as for individuals on what you can do in your community, family life and inner life to stack the odds of achieving happiness in your favour. It seems the trick is to set up your environment so […]