It was the writer Isabel Allende who said it to me some time ago, but I couldn’t fully appreciate it at the time. I did write it down in my book ‘Wise Women’ and often thought about it, but only in recent years have I understood the deep truth of it. In her study, overlooking the … Read more
You live with each other, you love each other, but it still creeps in: there may be no quarrels, but a lot of irritation. You really wouldn’t want to miss your loved one, but it doesn’t sparkle anymore. And often we are inclined to pass the problem on to the other person. But the best step towards … Read more
Heart skills, coach-trainer Maarten Stoffers calls them. They are the most essential skills to be happy. It’s about learning to listen to your deepest inner self. ‘Extremely irritating,’ he thought of the first meditation retreat he did in Thailand. But also: ‘extremely interesting.’ What was so interesting about it? ‘If you really go inwards, a world of expanding … Read more
When you’re busy at work, you run the risk of getting stuck in your head – and losing sight of your body. You shouldn’t want to, because whoever feels good does a better job and goes home fresh and fruity. This way you listen to your body at work. Eat mindfully No matter how busy you are, … Read more
Everyone is looking for a challenge, satisfaction and joy at work. When this is missing for too long, chronic boredom can be a problem. Here’s how you can avoid slipping into a bore-out (a tip of the veil: work on more self-confidence). While perfectionists are more likely to fall prey to burnout because they take on too … Read more
Too much stuff? Letting go of excess property is not only better for the world, but will ultimately give you a more agile, free, and looser life. Do you have such a drawer in the kitchen with a huge collection of batteries, pens, lighters and knick-knacks? Maybe an attic full of boxes that need to be sorted … Read more
Tinder, Happn, Inner Circle. Yes, these apps are also a topic of discussion on the Happinez editorial staff. On the one hand, online dating apps seem empty and superficial, at the same time they are – like everything in life – a great learning experience and you can learn unexpected life lessons as a single. We share seven. … Read more