#society

In the 18th century, the need to escape poverty forced some women to disguise as men and lead a life of adventures and sacrifice.

In a world where crises follow one after another, daily life is frenetic and the elements that form it are tremendously liquid, stoicism is presented to successful entrepreneurs, personal trainers or writers as the best philosophy to help them live a full life, based on the value of reason and not trying to dominate that which is beyond our control.

The Lagom lifestyle, which originated in Sweden, has spread to the world through social media. Far from encouraging us to avoid problems as if they did not exist, this trend invites us to embrace a lifestyle based on moderation, sustainability and trying to live being more aware of our needs. The goal is clear: to achieve our balance. Do you dare to practice it?

The use of mobile phones has been growing exponentially in recent years, especially after the emergence of smart devices. Smartphones are now our companions for work, social, leisure and even family life. However, excessive use can lead to problems of dependence, addiction and fear.

Climate change is threatening food security all over the planet, and the same goes for water security. This concept can be defined as the capacity of a society to have enough adequate quality water available. It analyses the condition of surface water and subterranean aquifers and the use made of it with a territorial focus.

Older people often don't feel any different, but they suffer from discrimination, a phenomenon called 'ageism', which can lead to social isolation and deteriorating physical and mental health. That's according to the United Nations Global Report on Ageism, published in March 2021, which urges swift, efficient strategies to address the problem.