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We are a not-for-profit organisation helping people to live happier, wiser and more meaningful lives within the pressure and complexity of the modern world. Watch our introductory video...
The topics in this section help you to develop a sense of perspective on your life in the great scheme of things - including in the universe, on the planet and in history. Click on each section heading to find out more!
The universe
We only have to think for a moment about the vastness of the universe to gain some perspective on our daily lives and concerns.
The planet
In the complexity of the modern world, it can be very useful to have some basic perspective on the planet we live on.People
We are members of a species spread in large numbers over the planet with different levels of wealth and life expectancy, as well as different cultures and types of political system.History
One of the most useful forms of perspective we can have is to understand our position in relation to the people and events in history.
The modern world
The modern world is a very different place from the world that existed 50 years ago.Good sources of information
In this section we present some useful and trusted sources of information about the world around you, who present their information in interesting ways.Ideas and inspiration
We all need new ideas and stimulation to keep us going in life and interested in the world. The development of the web has brought with it a huge range of information and resources on every conceivable subject.
Guides in perspective
Audios in perspective
Other resources in perspective
NASA
Video on the size of the universe
Facts about planet earth
How do we die?
History of the world
Gapminder
The RSA
TED
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