Illustrating the pitfalls, embarrassment and neurosis of life as an young adult in New York, Emma Koenig’s famous self-deprecating blog strikes a chord with a generation coming to terms with the widening gap between ambition and circumstance.

As pressure mounts for young Brazilian professionals, can ‘slow drinks’ – the antithesis of Red Bull – really relieve the stress? And what can their sudden popularity reveal about the broader attitudes towards work, play and daily life?

As having a strong work ethic is increasingly valued and respected, being hard-working no longer means you’re a geek. On the contrary, it's becoming a preferable lifestyle choice.

Of the 45 million people diagnosed with mental health issues each year, less than 40% receive the help they need. With this in mind, mental health start-up Talkspace offers text-based counselling with a qualified therapist in exchange for a flat fee – anytime, anywhere.