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School holiday reading (and listening) for Curious Kids

Author: Sunanda Creagh

Date: 14/4/19

Editor's note School holidays are here again and if you’re looking for ways to keep smart kids engaged and happy, Imagine This has got you covered. A co-production between ABC KIDS listen and The Conversation, Imagine This is a podcast aimed at kids aged 4-7 — but really it's a delight for h...

How (and why) to stay optimistic when it feels like the environment is falling apart

Author: Zoe Doubleday, Sean Connell, Dominic McAfee

Source: The Conversation

Date: 14/3/19

Humans love optimism. It’s a no-brainer – optimism makes us feel good and wanting more. This attraction has deep neurological roots that affect both our brain functions and how we process new information. For this reason, optimism is powerful. Optimistic individuals or groups frequently perform...