Erasmus Extra

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Sexual fantasies: nothing to be ashamed of, even if they go against your principles

Many people have sexual fantasies from time to time. But why do we have them? And is it something to be ashamed of? Sociologist Lena van de Lande explains it.

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A participant of Pornfessions at Lowlands completes the survey prior to the experiment.

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People living in Rotterdam are unhappy.

For a number of years now, research shows that residents of the municipality of Rotterdam are among the least happy in the Netherlands. Professor Martijn Hendriks explains why this is and what we can do about it!

Five young adults walking through Rotterdam in summer.

In general, people who live outside big cities in the Netherlands are happier. Except for young adults.

Two young adults in Rotterdam during the summer standing in front of the Markthal.

Start with yourself

Make sure your basic needs are met, don't compare yourself too much to others (via social media) and focus on what you do have.

Children and teenagers playing outside in Rotterdam.

Create an environment where you can be yourself and do things that intrinsically motivate you.

Cyclists in Rotterdam.

Because happy people are more productive, more social and live healthier!

However, the government and the municipality also play a role in making their residents happier.

Discover what the municipality and the government can do
Employees having fun whilst ice skating.
Janice Odijk at Studio Erasmus
Arie Kers

Studio Erasmus

Scientists and lecturers from Erasmus University Rotterdam on current affairs and the latest insights from research. That is our (almost) monthly talk show Studio Erasmus. Each edition is packed with interviews, a mini-lecture and live music by students. Surprising, stimulating and very Rotterdam-like. And completely free to attend in the Rotterdam Schouwburg. Tuesday evening 1 April is the next edition.

More about Studio Erasmus

More attention for the patient by talking about death

A green park with the Erasmus MC hospital in the background.

More attention for the patient by talking about death

Listen to the full Podcast here

A green park with the Erasmus MC hospital in the background.

What does a diverse and inclusive work environment look like? And what does this look like at EUR?

Logo of the podcast Erasmus Werkt! with the two female hosts

What does a diverse and inclusive work environment look like? And what does this look like at EUR?

Listen to the full Podcast here

Logo of the podcast Erasmus Werkt! with the two female hosts
Kralingse plas during sunset with city in the distance.
Jelte Lagendijk

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