Interesting report; e.g.: “There is a growing literature on how to develop empathy, mindfulness, self-control, resilience, and the ability to savour what life offers. This literature is showing us that, just like other skills, these are skills – not innate qualities – that can be acquired through practice, learning, and skilful teaching.” “Comparing decades, there is no clear relation between the average rate of economic growth and the average unemployment rate. In this timeframe, the unemployment rate is determined by the structure of the labour market. But one of the most universal findings of wellbeing research is the devastating effect of unemployment – with effects on wellbeing similar in scale to the effects of bereavement.” “It is generally not stress per se that leads to higher levels of sychosomatic symptoms and lowered wellbeing, but rather the combination of external stress combined with an inability to control the situation – what might be called the curse of responsibility without power. It is this combination that is thought to help explain why people at the top of large organisations experience lower physical and psychological symptoms.” “Taken together, the evidence strongly suggests that respect, empowerment, and freedoms are associated with greater wellbeing, and that these become an increasingly important determinant in wealthier nations. The evidence reinforces the case for devolution and local empowerment, particularly for fiscal decentralisation, and encourages alternative forms of consultation.”
Posted on: Fri, 21 Mar 2014 21:51:03 +0000
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