Along with the rest of Society during these unprecedented times, charities are being stretched and challenged, with many facing uncertain futures. As they adapt to support their beneficiaries in different […]
Measuring Wellbeing
The University has just launched a pulse survey aimed at taking the wellbeing temperature of staff now we are a few weeks into lockdown. Measuring wellbeing is a tricky thing […]
Spread a little happiness
Happiness is an oft maligned term – too idealist, too vague, too twee for some. I’m rather fond if it myself, that idea of a cheerful state of being. In […]
Riddle Me This…
Last Friday afternoon we had a virtual Department quiz – a perfect way to end the week. One of the quiz rounds was on riddles. And it got me thinking […]
Podcast: Virtual Presence and Presentation
Today we’re trying something different. Instead of a written blog, we have a podcast for you. Grab a tea/coffee, settle in and join us as we discuss virtual presence and […]
More From Ted
One of our first blogs in this series a few weeks ago signposted you to the wonderful website TED and I shared a few of my favourite talks. You may […]
What is Gratitude?
Put simply, gratitude can be defined as an appreciation for what we receive. Gratitude is simple to practise. And when we practise gratitude, it can bring joy. That can be […]
The Productivity of Letting Go
As I read yet another list of amazing things to do in lockdown, from PE with Joe Wicks to micro-volunteering, I ask myself for the zillionth time whether I feel […]
I speak multiple languages
Working as a senior lecturer at Christ Church University is a pleasure and a blessing at this time of social unease and disease. I am sat at the computer about […]