Think Small

To achieve big, you will need to think small

• Create an actionable plan

We usually assume that when we set ourselves a goal we will probably pursue it with focus and attention, drawing heavily on our slower, reflective system.

It’s a curious and wonderful thing about the human condition that we are often a mystery to ourselves

Think Small is not a checklist.

trengthening your social relationships;

getting healthy and active;

learning something new;

being more curious; and

giving to others.

If you have a more positive outlook in life, you’re also less likely to catch a cold, and more likely to recover faster in the event that you do. Healthier and happier employees are also likely to be more productive and engaged at work, which is one of the reasons why workplace health initiatives are becoming increasingly popular

One way in which many of us will think about getting healthier is to become more active. Regular physical activity is associated with higher levels of wellbeing and reduced rates of anxiety. This is why, in the UK, exercise can even be prescribed by a doctor and is considered to be especially useful for people with mild to moderate depression.

If you have a more positive outlook in life, you’re also less likely to catch a cold, and more likely to recover faster in the event that you do. Healthier and happier employees are also likely to be more productive and engaged at work, which is one of the reasons why workplace health initiatives are becoming increasingly popular.13

If you see others regularly, are in a long-term relationship, or belong to a meaningful group (like a religious congregation or a sports club), you’re likely to experience higher levels of happiness