Author: Mykolas Deikus When persons are bullied at work or experience mobbing, they are usually advised to contact their management, a psychologist, or the State Labour Inspectorate. These are important steps. But are they sufficient? Why does part of victims still remain alone with their experiences? Research shows that mobbing causes more than just psychological...Continue Reading
Author: Mykolas Deikus Chaplains and spiritual assistants work in companies and institutions. Seriously? Absolutely. In Western countries. In Lithuania, this is still ‘exotica’. Coca-Cola Consolidated, Tyson Foods, Delta Air Lines, NASCAR, Toyota factories in the USA – they all share a common feature. Chaplains, who are constantly among employees. Why? Research shows that chaplains – both...Continue Reading
Author: Mykolas Deikus About happiness, killing and mobbing Imagine that the plane you are piloting is about to crash into the ground. Into an area of blocks of flats with thousands of innocent residents. You can save those residents by directing the plane to a small village. There will be fewer deaths. What will you choose?...Continue Reading
Author: Mykolas Deikus What associations do the words ‘personal well-being’ evoke for you? And what does that well-being mean to your family members, neighbors, co-workers, friends or acquaintances from other countries? Various studies show that the answers to the question of what constitutes ‘well-being’ can vary depending on many factors: social, cultural, even on how and...Continue Reading
Author: Mykolas Deikus Nobody advised to pray? Needlessly. When co-workers turn into monsters, praying is very healthy. And there is no medieval darkness here – that is what science says. An enlightened reader is probably already twirling his finger near the temple. And he is absolutely right. Faith is very beneficial for mental health. That...Continue Reading
Can optimism really be the key to a happier life? A new study provides compelling evidence that the answer is yes. It turns out that even a little bit of optimism can lead to a high level of life satisfaction. Optimists, that is, people who think positively, are more self-confident and put more effort when...Continue Reading
Yoga is better known as a tool for relaxation and strengthening the body. The effects of individual exercises on reducing back pain have been less studied, especially in religiously conservative monotheistic societies that look at the esoteric aspect of yoga with particular caution. Therefore, a recent article co-authored by the author of these lines presents...Continue Reading
The latest study reveals shocking facts about outbreaks of psychological violence and mobbing in Lithuanian road transport companies. Although it is estimated that the transport and logistics sector generated almost 19 billion euros in revenue last year, economic indicators do not reflect the price paid by employees at the expense of their health. One of...Continue Reading
Martial arts are often offered as a tool to help reduce bullying. Various studies show that children and adults attending martial arts workouts gain more self-confidence, learn better self-control, concentration, anxiety is decreasing, their psychological state is improving. This is good news for those looking for a “cure” for bullying. However, every “cure” has side...Continue Reading
Golf is a sport with a strong focus on the norms of behavior and etiquette. This is also published in the rules of golf: Rule 1.2 “Standards of Player Conduct”. All players are expected to play in the spirit of the game by: acting with integrity in all aspects of play; showing consideration to others;...Continue Reading
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