In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become a pervasive issue, impacting mental, emotional, and physical health. Mindfulness practices have emerged as a scientifically supported approach to alleviating stress and enhancing the ability to savor positive experiences. By focusing attention on the present moment and fostering awareness, mindfulness enables individuals to reduce stress and cultivate a […]
The science of well-being is a cornerstone of positive psychology, focusing on the factors that enable individuals and societies to thrive. One of the most influential frameworks within this discipline is the PERMA model, developed by psychologist Martin Seligman. PERMA stands for Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment—key components of a fulfilling life. This
Hurricanes Sandy and Katrina and 9/11 were disasters of massive proportions. But what was more disastrous, especially for the latter two, was the emergency response. The silver lining is that lessons were learnt, with some of it being implemented in 2012’s Hurricane Sandy. The cascaded lessons means the United States is prepared better than ever
The U.S. economy, one of the largest and most dynamic in the world, relies on a delicate interplay of various elements to sustain growth, innovation, and competitiveness. Among these, the factors of production and economic concentration are pivotal in shaping economic performance and resource distribution. This essay delves into these key components, explaining their significance,
An organization’s mission, vision, psychological climate, values, and ethics are the cornerstone elements that define its identity, guide its strategic direction, and shape its culture. These foundational components not only influence decision-making but also provide a framework for fostering adaptability and driving meaningful change. This essay explores the importance of each element, how they interact
The Principles From Bureaucratic, Administrative, And Scientific Management Theories Observed In Modern Times – Factory Work. The first example that was observed in the ‘Modern Times’ film regarding the evolution of management is the conveyor belt. The conveyor belt form a masterpiece of choreography of the film whereby the Tramp a factory worker whom he
What is Scope Creep in Information Technology Projects Every IT project has deliverables that it must meet, the duration and the cost (budget). Moreover, there are a number of requirements that must be agreed to be delivered throughout the project until its full completion. All these elements constitute the project scope (Mirza, Pourzolfaghar, & Shahnazari,
There are several methods of ascertaining the successes of information technology project. However, this paper focuses on three methods: determining whether the project met cost goals, time and scope; whether the project satisfied the sponsor or customer and whether the project met its objectives. Determining whether the project met cost goals, time and scope: This
The keynote speech by Mikhail Gorbachev in the December 1988 UN General Assembly represented a departure from Soviet policy and the way the Soviet Union viewed the west. According to (Kanet, 1989), the previous years had witnessed foreign policies based on a tit-for-tat basis and the world was in a brink of cold war between
Clean Air Act (CAA) The first Clean Air Act (CAA) was enacted in 1963 authorizing the establishment of national program that is responsible for addressing issues related to air in the environment. Another mandate for CAA was to facilitate the translation of research findings into actionable techniques for reducing air pollution. The second CAA