Reiki (pronounced “ray-key”) is an ancient Japanese natural, hands-on, non-invasive healing system.

In his study at Harvard University, Shawn Achor, founder of Good Think Inc, found that only 45 % of the workers surveyed were actually happy at their jobs. Read his thoughts on the link between success & happiness…

Many experts concur that the lives of dementia patients are considerably enhanced and lengthened with a basic understanding and affinity with the sufferers themselves. A village in Amsterdam called Hogeway ̶ affectionately known as “Dementia Village” ̶ adheres to this theory in droves.

No one understands the power of love letters better than US-born Hannah Brencher. All the more profound, it turned out, when encountered by total strangers; a discovery inspiring the creation of her website: The World Needs More Love Letters.

It has previously been mooted that the great stone circle in England – Stonehenge - was used as a prehistoric observatory, a sun temple, a place of healing, and a temple of the ancient druids. But recent research proves something even more interesting…

According to a study, teachers who practice "mindfulness" are better equipped to reduce their own stress levels and prevent burnout. Read more about the findings of the research.

People power in the form of online petitions is taking the world by storm. Avaaz, who now have nearly 36 million members across 194 countries of the world, have made commendable strides in overturning global humanitarian, social and political injustices. Change.org, another particularly effective site, has been making significant waves too.

Our search to understand what makes humans happy (or happier) goes back centuries. But what can studies tell us about what really makes us happy?

"Laughter is the best medicine" is a phrase that has been bandied about for many years. A Chinese man, Li Xuan Tun, certainly shares the same view…

Researchers at the University of Wisconsin have cited Buddhist monk and molecular geneticist, Matthieu Ricard, as the happiest man in the world. Read why…

Massive group meditations, consisting of up to 4000 participants at a time, have been taking place in central London. These gatherings are coordinated by Wake Up London; a group of 16 to 35-yearolds inspired by the teachings of Zen master: Thich Nhat Hanh.

‘A boost of positive affect: The perks of sharing positive experiences’ is the name of a compelling study recently carried out by US psychologists.

One might expect the spiritual teachings of Indian-born, Srikumar S. Rao, PhD to be heard echoing around the walls of a Buddhist monastery or spiritual retreat. However, his teachings - predominantly embracing the Buddhist principles – have proved remarkably effective in teaching MBA students at the world's top business schools, including London Business School.

The 14th Dalai Lama has been awarded the 2012 Templeton Prize. According to the award’s website, “The Templeton Prize, established in 1972, honours a living person who has made an exceptional contribution to affirming life's spiritual dimension, whether through insight, discovery, or practical works.”