You know you best

Do people know you better than you know yourself? Possibly your spouse, partner, family, friends or maybe even your boss have a more subjective view of your personality and behavioural traits.

Don't get frustrated by assumptions made of you, because you can change and know yourself the best.

Neighbourhood community

Long gone are the days of asking your neighbour for a cup of sugar. These days you’re more likely to seek solace in the virtual world. Future forecasts suggest that each of us will on average be part of eight different online communities.

Is your main form of contact with you’re family members already through Farmville?

In pursuit of happiness

Life in general, particularly city life, can sometimes feel like it is working against you. One way to turn this tide in your favour is to be happy. Easier said than done.

At the end of each day think of a few important moments, like someone holding a door for you, or not having to queue at the cashpoint, etc. Together these can add up and help you to be a happier person.

Reasons to leave a party

How many times have you found yourself in a situation with friends where you need to politely make your excuses and leave the party? I hear you recounting your past excuses; I'm not feeling very well, I've got Sunday dinner with my parents tomorrow, or maybe; I'm flying out on holiday, or even better; running a marathon. But have you ever heard the excuse; I've got to go because the groceries are being delievered?

Is this an acceptable excuse for you to use these days, or does this tip over your rudeness rictor scale?