Signpost 18 (17 August)

REFLECT

• If you look at any culture throughout history, you’ll find that their traditions include some form of meditation or mindfulness practice. This article from Jack Canfield shares some of the other interesting ways people around the world cultivate mindfulness to maximise their happiness and fulfilment in life.

CONNECT

• Do you fancy globetrotting from the comfort of your own home? There are thousands of video cameras connected to the internet called “webcams” that can show you glimpses from all over the world here. If you like to be beside the seaside why not take a trip to Page Beach in Tanzania, Lanikai, Hawaii or Es Canar beach in Ibiza. If you prefer a city break try Times Square, New York, or Melbourne, Australia.

LEARN

• Have you head about the Ukrainian flower crowns? Take a trip to the Ukraine to learn more about the traditions behind these amazing headpieces that are a mainstay at festivals and weddings in the country.
• Vil du lære norsk? Would you like to speak Norwegian? Why not try a free course at futurelearn?

DO

• Let’s take a trip across the Atlantic to meet Joan McDonald, who decided to start fitness training when she turned 70. Her journey is really inspiring and you can watch her videos on YouTube here.

INFORM

• The Associated Press is an independent and not for profit global news organisation dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. You can read their stories from around the world here, or watch their videos here.

FUN

• The world’s tallest roller coaster is the Kingda Ka at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey. It reaches over 456 feet and runs at 128 miles an hour! If that hasn’t already put you off, why not watch experience the ride through this video.