Life from the perspective of a sensitive Rainforest Mind (RFM)
If humans are like ecosystems, some are like the rainforest, says psychotherapist and author Paula Prober. People with a Rainforest Mind (RFM) are highly complex, sensitive, and intuitive. They may be effervescent, intense, colourful, and they may be the most misunderstood. Here, Paula Prober paints us a picture: the world according to a rainforest mind.
Daniëlle’s Journey: Encountering Light Orbs in the Woods
When we enjoy a walk in the woods, we can see trees, shrubs, a bird, and maybe a butterfly. But is there more, even though we are not aware of it? In our video, Daniëlle Langendijk gives Perspective Living a spiritual perspective on the occurrence of light orbs. Says Daniëlle, they are all around us. Our tip for watching this video: Don’t expect anything. Prepare to be amazed!
Help, I am over 50! Could we age better if we expect better?
When we reach middle age, we not only fear decline in our minds and bodies, we expect it. We wait for our knees to hurt, for our running to slow down, and for our memory to fail us. While some of these things actually happen because of our age, can some do so because we expect it? Do our expectations about ageing play a role in the way we age? Can we age better if we expect better?
Synchronicity or coincidence: Should we believe in one or the other?
Sometimes something in our daily life catches our attention, because it seems eerily related to our own experiences. For some, this is synchronicity, a sign. For others, it’s just a coincidence. Can we go beyond being one or the other? Should the two approaches be opposed to each other? We talk to four different experts on the meaning of synchronicity in our lives.
Time to rethink our meaning of the “early bird”? Camilla Kring of the B-Society
If we want to have a successful day, we have to get up early, right? After all, the early bird catches the worm. But one initiative in Denmark shows us a different perspective. One that ensures we can tune into our natural rhythms and maximise productivity. And one that can be good for our productivity, health, companies and schools. We spoke with Camilla Kring: This is the story of the B-Society.
A dog is our best friend. But are we theirs? A professional perspective by Judith Versluis
In the West we all care for our dogs in much the same way. We put them in a crate when we go to work and we give them treats. We remind them now and then who’s boss. But if we all basically do the same thing, does that make it okay? According to welfare professional Judith Versluis, there is room for improvement. Says Judith, this way we can also become our dog’s best friend. This is her story.
The magical world of Glimmers: An interview with Deb Dana (AUDIO)
During our busy day, we can focus on all the things that can go wrong. Or we can spot Glimmers. The term comes from trauma specialist Deb Dana and is used by people all over the world. In this audio interview she tells us how subtle, magical Glimmers are all around us. How little moments of goodness are personal to us and can help us see the world in a different light. And how our specially equipped nervous systems, minds, bodies and souls will all thank us for it. We will even feel better connected to others.
Is a natural apple healthier than a ‘conventional’ one? Marco van Es about the bigger picture
Is a naturally grown apple really that much healthier than an apple grown under conventional conditions? We talk to Marco van Es of Bac2nature. His research foundation links crop soil, the microbiome, the quality of our immune system, and our health. Turns out, for more and more experts like van Es: It’s all about diversity, and it’s all about the bigger picture.
Is willpower really helping us? Perspectives are changing.
If only we had more willpower and self control to see things through. We would eat the right foods, exercise regularly, say no to alcohol, smoking and – god forbid – to drugs. Procrastination would never happen, and we would save money rather than spending it. We would be achieving all sorts of virtuous goals in life. We would be admirable. Right? Time to review an old perspective?
Dr. Niloo Dardashti on the power of understanding our ‘family dynamics’ at work
We all have ways of relating to people. We can be pleasers, martyrs or avoiders. We can have a conflict with a particular person again and again without resolution. Psychology says that some of these behaviours, patterns, and reactions stem from past family dynamics. We can’t explain them logically, they happen unconsciously. What about the workplace? According to psychologist Dr. Niloo Dardashti, an awareness of our family dynamics at work would benefit everything. Even better would be someone who supports us with the daily details. The company, our productivity, our success and well-being at work would improve. And it doesn’t have to be complicated. This is her story.
The world of work through the eyes of a highly sensitive person: Dr. Candan Aydemir-Tam tells all
They say our fast-paced world needs highly sensitive people, or HSPs as they are often called. What about the workplace? Can people with this complex and empathetic mind add value here too? Or are they just too sensitive. Dr. Candan Aydemir-Tam, healthcare psychologist, tells us everything.
Are horses just for riding? Sharing our point of view with our animals.
There are ‘horse owners’ who take their horse for a walk instead of riding it. They say it’s a great thing to do for both horse and rider. That it helps them see the world from their horse’s perspective and creates a stronger bond between them. All by changing their perspective a little. So: are horses just for riding?
The new world of vegetable cuisine: An interview with Vegetable Chef Frank Fol
Not so long ago, most of us would not have found a plant-based meal all that exciting. As if something was missing. Or that it was unhealthy. Can we change our views about food? The world-renowned vegetable chef Frank Fol says we can and we do. Here he tells us about a completely new cuisine of taste, colour and magic. This new world is happening in our best restaurants and in our kitchens at home. A new world, he says, that is here to stay.
Something is growing: Two British integrative health pioneers about new ideas in healthcare
Should healthcare be either conventional or alternative? According to two British integrative health pioneers, we can have the best of both worlds. Healthcare appears to be changing, and new ideas are growing. This is their story.
It’s official: Walking funny (Ministry-of-Silly-Walks-style), is healthy exercise
If the hilarious 1970s British TV show Monty Python taught us one thing, it’s that laughter and humor are good for us. But thanks to some light-hearted researchers, we can now be sure that walking their funny way, also known as Ministry-of-Silly-Walks style, is just that! It turns out that walking in an inefficient way that makes us (and others) laugh is good for our bodies. It’s time to put aside our shame and take to the streets John Cleese style.
We should fear being single, and aim for a relationship: A very persistent story
Being single means loneliness and less satisfaction in life. Being in a relationship is what makes us happy, healthy and complete. Such beliefs are reflected in the movies we watch, the music we hear, and the conversations we have. Has the time come for another happy-ever-after besides this age-old perspective? For many it already has. We just don’t often hear about it.
Before air conditioning: How did we ever keep our homes cool in the sweltering heat?
Once upon a time, let’s call it BAC (before air conditioning), we kept our homes cool in the summer without electricity. Even in the desert. Nowadays we can’t imagine life without air conditioning. Despite its electricity bills and links to poor health and, ironically, to global warming. From Indian skywells to Middle Eastern windcatchers: Can we learn from ancient methods of passive cooling?
Hey little human, what are you doing in that tree?
For centuries we have been fascinated by art and how it imitates life. They say it started with cave paintings. With all those images of people and animals, which reflected an image of life at that time. So who could have known that in the meantime someone else has been imitating us! None other than nature. Hey little person, it seems to say: what are you doing in that tree?
About life: The ”elderly” lady with the caravan and the magic shed
There are people who have their own unique vision of what it means to grow older. I was lucky enough to meet one of them. This is a story about a one-of-a-kind neighbour. A lady who is onto you. You, with all your stereotypes about life and the elderly! This is the story about Rosie.
Seeing the world with different eyes. Fresh perspectives are brewing in an Italian B & B
Life on Earth appears to be changing structurally. And Luca Palmero, owner of a unique bed and breakfast in Italy, says travel is the perfect place to discover new ways of seeing the world. At his B&B, on a UNESCO site with breathtaking views of the harbour far below, new perspectives are arising. This is his story.
A scientist’s almost-plane-free journey of 50,000 kilometres. A crazy story, or one that needs to be told?
Do you remember this news story? It involved a journey of 50,000 kilometers. But it wasn’t just any journey. It was done as much as possible without taking a plane, and took almost 110 days to complete. A crazy perspective for most of us? For Dr. Gianluca Grimalda, a social scientist, a way to tell the world about the state of the earth. And a way to contribute to its future.