Some facts about deforestation

Some facts about deforestation

Deforestation is the permanent destruction of forests and timber. Deforestation is the conversion of forest area to non-forest land for industrial gain, livestock and urban use. In ancient times, most of the land was covered with forests. As the population and other demands damage the land and lead to deforestation. The rate of destruction of … Read more

Forest Investments – Timber Investments Review for Retail Investors

Forest Investments - Timber Investments Review for Retail Investors

We all use wood on a daily basis, in our homes, furniture, floors and ceilings. Institutional investors, hedge funds and pension funds have been investing in wood as a long-term growth asset and inflation hedge for decades. However, as more investors discover the little-known fact that timber investments have generally outperformed stocks, bonds, and commodities … Read more

What is personal development?

What is personal development?

Dear Tristan, I am confused as to what personal development means and what is involved in that. How is personal development different from self-help, self-improvement, human potential, or personal growth? Can you help explain this to me? Thank you, Janet Merlo ___________________________ Hi Janet, I agree with you. There is a great deal of confusion … Read more

Grief – an essential life skill

Grief - an essential life skill

Grief is an essential life skill: knowing how to survive grief means feeling safe to take on other risks, and grief actually increases one’s ability to love. The longer you live, the greater the need to understand grief. Expressing grief and respecting your loved ones is very important to the grieving process. The symbol of … Read more

Transformational life skills

Transformational life skills

Change fixes the past Transformation creates the future Transformational life skills It’s not about fixing what’s broken or learning to manage everyday life better, it’s about freeing yourself from the shackles of the past and creating the future of your dreams. Most people think of life skills as money management, time management, daily living skills, … Read more

Six important life skills that preschoolers learn

Six important life skills that preschoolers learn

The child is constantly learning. Each new experience creates opportunities to learn life lessons. Preschoolers learn and reinforce skills in a nurturing environment. By interacting with each other and receiving kind guidance from teachers, preschoolers learn valuable skills, traits, and values. Make good decisions When young children interact with each other, there are plenty of … Read more