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Life
Mon, Feb 23
We all know poorly designed chairs cause physical strain, but here’s why poorly designed workplaces can be so mentally draining.
Wed, Feb 18
Almost half of employees worldwide say they’re currently burned out.
Fri, Feb 13
In early adulthood, multiple systems peak together while in middle age things get harder.
Wed, Feb 11
Retirement offers a range of opportunities that, if played right, can make your last decades of life some of the most fulfilling yet.
Sun, Feb 8
These feelings strike every January, so why does this year feel more brutal than most? And how do you get yourself out of it?
Mon, Jan 26
How about instead of striving for perfection this year you strive to enhance your natural strengths and seek interesting twists and turns?
Sun, Jan 11
'Revenge quitting' your job can at times seem tempting, but experts are warning of the potential risks that come with it.
Sat, Jan 3
In this extract from his biography, Shaun Johnson recalls the moment he realised he was wanted back in the Warriors.
New Zealand
Your body clock is an amazingly precise internal timing system, but how does it work?
December 15, 2025
With over 280,000 Kiwis working more than 50 hours per week, you're not alone. But maybe it's time for a new strategy?
Sometimes it feels like workplaces favour the bold and outspoken, but introverts bring equally valuable traits.
November 17, 2025
Is your job something you do to survive, while you constantly dream of a different life? Here's how to move toward what you want, realistically.
October 27, 2025
Researchers found that poor sleep on just one night predicted more abusive supervisory behaviour the next day.
October 22, 2025
In terms of energy, happiness, peace of mind and hours, how much is your scrolling habit really costing you?
October 20, 2025
Once you hit middle age, you may not be as athletically or cognitively honed as you once were, but research shows many psychological traits only improve after 60, 70 and sometimes even 80.
October 17, 2025
The former New Zealand prime minister tells the story through the eyes of her daughter, Neve.
September 24, 2025
You can't really be on form if you don't know how to truly switch off.
September 22, 2025
Whether they're your tears or as colleague's, what should you do when they start to flow?
September 3, 2025
Sarah Wiblin is adjusting to life out of Auckland, following her appointment as manager of the Hurunui District Council-owned thermal pools
August 14, 2025
More and more people are choosing to take career sabbaticals or 'golden gap years'. How? The key is in the planning.
August 11, 2025
Research shows that when we’re in a good mood, our brains are 31% more productive.
July 14, 2025
How to get back your spark at work and in life through the shorter days.
June 30, 2025
It's called 'the great reshuffle' and it's about choosing a feeling of purpose in life over the biggest payslip.
June 16, 2025
A calm mind and a well-balanced life is the secret to success at work.
May 19, 2025
