How's Life? 2024 Well-being and Resilience in Times of Crisis

How's Life? 2024 Well-being and Resilience in Times of Crisis

Author: OECD

Publisher: OECD Publishing

Published: 2024-11-05

Total Pages: 109

ISBN-13: 9264449124

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How’s Life? assesses whether life is getting better for people living in OECD countries and whether progress has been sustainable and inclusive. This sixth edition presents the latest evidence from over 80 indicators covering current well-being outcomes, inequalities, and resources for future well-being. It contrasts medium-term trends in well-being outcomes with developments since 2019 to understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis, and to outline warning signs that require policy attention. While government interventions to address the economic impact of these shocks have contributed to the resilience of average incomes and employment outcomes, cost-of-living pressures as evidenced by housing costs and people’s self-reported financial insecurity remain significant for many households. At the same time, there are warning signs in critical non-economic aspects of well-being – most notable in health, subjective well-being and social connectedness. Well-being inequalities between population groups run deep. Though most many well-being gaps by age and gender have narrowed over the past decade, in some cases this was because outcomes for younger people and men declined to a comparatively larger extent. Much stronger action is also needed to maintain today’s well-being for future generations, particularly when it comes to combatting climate change.


How's Life? 2020 Measuring Well-being

How's Life? 2020 Measuring Well-being

Author: OECD

Publisher: OECD Publishing

Published: 2020-03-09

Total Pages: 247

ISBN-13: 9264728449

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How’s Life? charts whether life is getting better for people in 37 OECD countries and 4 partner countries. This fifth edition presents the latest evidence from an updated set of over 80 indicators, covering current well-being outcomes, inequalities, and resources for future well-being.


Option B

Option B

Author: Sheryl Sandberg

Publisher: Knopf

Published: 2017-04-24

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1524732699

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER • From authors of Lean In and Originals: a powerful, inspiring, and practical book about building resilience and moving forward after life’s inevitable setbacks After the sudden death of her husband, Sheryl Sandberg felt certain that she and her children would never feel pure joy again. “I was in ‘the void,’” she writes, “a vast emptiness that fills your heart and lungs and restricts your ability to think or even breathe.” Her friend Adam Grant, a psychologist at Wharton, told her there are concrete steps people can take to recover and rebound from life-shattering experiences. We are not born with a fixed amount of resilience. It is a muscle that everyone can build. Option B combines Sheryl’s personal insights with Adam’s eye-opening research on finding strength in the face of adversity. Beginning with the gut-wrenching moment when she finds her husband, Dave Goldberg, collapsed on a gym floor, Sheryl opens up her heart—and her journal—to describe the acute grief and isolation she felt in the wake of his death. But Option B goes beyond Sheryl’s loss to explore how a broad range of people have overcome hardships including illness, job loss, sexual assault, natural disasters, and the violence of war. Their stories reveal the capacity of the human spirit to persevere . . . and to rediscover joy. Resilience comes from deep within us and from support outside us. Even after the most devastating events, it is possible to grow by finding deeper meaning and gaining greater appreciation in our lives. Option B illuminates how to help others in crisis, develop compassion for ourselves, raise strong children, and create resilient families, communities, and workplaces. Many of these lessons can be applied to everyday struggles, allowing us to brave whatever lies ahead. Two weeks after losing her husband, Sheryl was preparing for a father-child activity. “I want Dave,” she cried. Her friend replied, “Option A is not available,” and then promised to help her make the most of Option B. We all live some form of Option B. This book will help us all make the most of it.


The Myth of Closure: Ambiguous Loss in a Time of Pandemic and Change

The Myth of Closure: Ambiguous Loss in a Time of Pandemic and Change

Author: Pauline Boss

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 2021-12-14

Total Pages: 158

ISBN-13: 1324016825

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How do we begin to cope with loss that cannot be resolved? The COVID-19 pandemic has left many of us haunted by feelings of anxiety, despair, and even anger. In this book, pioneering therapist Pauline Boss identifies these vague feelings of distress as caused by ambiguous loss, losses that remain unclear and hard to pin down, and thus have no closure. Collectively the world is grieving as the pandemic continues to change our everyday lives. With a loss of trust in the world as a safe place, a loss of certainty about health care, education, employment, lingering anxieties plague many of us, even as parts of the world are opening back up again. Yet after so much loss, our search must be for a sense of meaning, and not something as elusive and impossible as "closure." This book provides many strategies for coping: encouraging us to increase our tolerance of ambiguity and acknowledging our resilience as we express a normal grief, and still look to the future with hope and possibility.


Wellbeing at Work

Wellbeing at Work

Author: Jim Clifton

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2021-06-01

Total Pages: 302

ISBN-13: 159562242X

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What if the next global crisis is a mental health pandemic? It is here now. One-third of Americans have shown signs of clinical anxiety or depression, and the current state of suffering globally has risen significantly. The mental health pandemic manifests everywhere, not least in your workplace. As organizations around the world face health and social crises, as well as economic uncertainty, acknowledging and improving wellbeing in your workplace is more critical than ever. Increasingly, leaders and managers must support mental health and cultivate resilience in employees — not just increase engagement and performance. Based on more than 100 million Gallup global interviews, Wellbeing at Work shows you how to do just that. Coauthored by Gallup’s CEO and its Chief Workplace Scientist, Wellbeing at Work explores the five key elements of wellbeing — career, social, financial, physical and community — and how organizations can help employees and teams thrive in those elements. The book also gives leaders ideas and action items to help employees use their innate talents and strengths to thrive in each of the wellbeing elements. And Wellbeing at Work introduces a metric to report a person’s best possible life: Gallup Net Thriving, which will become the “other stock price” for organizations. In a world where work and life are more blended than ever, maximizing employee wellbeing takes on greater urgency. Wellbeing at Work shows leaders how to create a thriving and resilient culture. If you and your leaders don’t change the world, who will? Wellbeing at Work includes a unique code to take the CliftonStrengths assessment, which reveals your top five strengths.


HR ANALYTICS

HR ANALYTICS

Author: GUPTA, DEEPA

Publisher: PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.

Published: 2024-03-08

Total Pages: 406

ISBN-13: 8119364562

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This book provides a comprehensive overview of various aspects of HR analytics. It delves into important definitions, the significance of HR analytics, methods of data collection and management, as well as specific areas such as recruitment analytics, performance management analytics, employee engagement analytics, and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) analytics. The book also explores ethical considerations, implementation strategies, and the role of HR analytics in workforce planning, succession planning, and employee wellness. Additionally, it discusses monitoring the impact of interventions and offers insights into the future of HR analytics. Besides, it offers a range of practical tools and templates for various applications. KEY FEATURES • Comprehensive coverage: Covers a wide range of topics related to HR analytics from the basics to more specialized areas. • Diverse tools and techniques: Includes discussions on various data analysis techniques, such as predictive analytics, machine learning, and statistical modelling. • Practical templates and forms: Inclusion of templates and forms, such as employee attitude surveys and KPI dashboards, make this book more hands-on and practical. • Ethical and legal considerations: Focusses on ethics and compliance/legal considerations for the evolving landscape of HR analytics. • Future-oriented content: Discusses on the future of HR analytics and emerging trends is a dimension of forward-looking. • Agile HR analytics: Includes Agile HR Analytics as an emerging trend. • Staying updated: Acknowledges the importance of staying updated on HR analytics trends. • Clarity and accessibility: Presents a clear, accessible, and engaging text making the book reader-friendly. • The book primarily intended to the students of business schools is equally valuable to the professionals in the field. For instructor’s resources, visit https://www.phindia.com/HR_ analytics_deepa_mukul_partha TARGET AUDIENCE • MBA — HR • Data Analytics and HR Professionals


Connecting with Nature in a Time of Crisis

Connecting with Nature in a Time of Crisis

Author: Melanie Choukas-Bradley

Publisher: John Hunt Publishing

Published: 2020-05-08

Total Pages: 94

ISBN-13: 178904684X

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Nature is one of the best medicines for difficult times. An intimate awareness of the natural world, even within the city, can calm anxieties and help create healthy perspectives. This book will inspire and guide you as you deal with the current crisis, or any personal or worldly distress. Melanie Choukas-Bradley is a naturalist and certified forest therapy guide who leads nature and forest bathing walks for many organizations in Washington, D.C. and the American West. Learn from her the Japanese art of "forest bathing": how to tune in to the beauty and wonder around you with all your senses, even if your current sphere is a tree outside the window or a wild backyard. Discover how you can become a backyard naturalist, learning about the trees, wildflowers, birds and animals near your home. Nature immersion during stressful times can bring comfort and joy as well as opportunities for personal growth, expanded vision and transformation. The "Resilience Series" is the result of an intensive, collaborative effort of our authors in response to the 2020 coronavirus epidemic. Each volume offers expert advice for developing the practical, emotional and spiritual skills that you can master to become more resilient in a time of crisis.


The Bloomsbury Handbook of Ethics of Care in Transformative Leadership in Higher Education

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Ethics of Care in Transformative Leadership in Higher Education

Author: Mary Drinkwater

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2024-10-17

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 1350414557

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The Bloomsbury Handbook of Ethics of Care in Transformative Leadership in Higher Education explores how the use of different ethic of care lenses can be used to nurture and sustain relationships within, between and beyond humans as part of the role and responsibilities of HEIs in addressing local and global crises and change. With contributions from four continents, the handbook brings together multi-contextual perspectives to explore ethics of care in the development of the field. Topics explored include leadership praxis, pedagogy, well-being; cultivating and sustaining relationships within and between institutions; post-human relationships and responsibilities. Countries covered include Australia, Canada, Guyana, South Africa, the UK and the USA. The book forms part of the Bloomsbury Handbooks of Crises and Transformative Leadership in Higher Education collection, brought together by Mary Drinkwater.


Coming Home to Yourself

Coming Home to Yourself

Author: Osho

Publisher: Harmony

Published: 2020-04-28

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 1984826816

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A beautifully illustrated collection of mindfulness exercises for grounding, relaxation, and finding inner peace, from contemporary mystic Osho All of us have experienced moments of "coming home"--feeling relaxed, grounded, free of the restlessness that characterizes so much of our everyday lives. These moments can arise in nature or in the depths of an activity we enjoy, alone or together with people we love. They show us that we are exactly where we are supposed to be. The meditations in Coming Home to Yourself were selected from Osho's hundreds of public talks and intimate conversations. These passages are designed to be a companion on the journey toward transforming our rare moments of "at-home-ness" into an undercurrent that permeates all aspects of our lives. They offer guidance about meditation and specific techniques to try, insights into the habits that keep us tense and conflicted, and what life might look like if we recognize those habits and let them go. Exercises include activating your awareness, opening the heart, learning to relax and concentrate in order to reap the benefits of meditation, and freeing the brain from mental blocks. Featuring whimsical full color illustrations throughout, Coming Home to Yourself invites the reader to dip into the meditations at any point or read the book in sequence for a true homecoming experience.


How To Say No: Stress-Free Strategies To Set Your Boundaries, Stand Your Ground, Reclaim Your Time, Energy, And Self-Esteem - All Without Feeling Guilty

How To Say No: Stress-Free Strategies To Set Your Boundaries, Stand Your Ground, Reclaim Your Time, Energy, And Self-Esteem - All Without Feeling Guilty

Author: Braden Snap

Publisher: Braden Snap

Published: 2024-07-04

Total Pages: 133

ISBN-13:

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Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and stretched too thin by saying yes to everything? Learn to assertively decline requests and reclaim your time with "How To Say No," the definitive guide to empowering yourself by setting boundaries and prioritizing your well-being. This comprehensive book delves into the psychological, social, and practical aspects of why saying no can be so challenging, yet so transformative. Through expert advice, real-life scenarios, and easy-to-implement strategies, you'll uncover the subtle art of refusing requests without guilt or conflict. Discover the secrets to balancing personal and professional life by understanding your true priorities and values. Imagine being able to confidently navigate any situation with the peace that comes from knowing you can protect your energy and focus on what truly matters to you. "How To Say No" is your guide on your journey towards personal freedom. Each chapter equips you with the tools to: - Recognize and communicate your boundaries effectively. - Handle guilt and societal pressure with grace. - Enhance relationships through honest and respectful communication. - Boost your self-esteem by honoring your needs and desires. Don't wait any longer to transform your life. Click "Add to Cart" now to start your journey toward living more deliberately and joyfully. Say yes to yourself by learning how to say no to others. Take control of your life with "How To Say No." Start your journey towards empowerment and freedom by adding this book to your cart today! Say yes to yourself by learning how to say no to others - your mental health, relationships, and personal satisfaction depend on it.