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3 Ways to Supercharge Your Brain Power Through Exercise
You know exercise is good for your physical health, but did you know it’s also good for your brain? The latest neurological research has shown that there is a so-called ‘magic protein’ called Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) that has the power to supercharge your brain and improve your memory. And it is stimulated by cardiovascular…
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Can You Train Yourself to be More Compassionate?
Have you ever met someone with so much self compassion and wondered how you could be more like that? If so, you are not alone. Some people are born with the capacity of being compassionate not only to humans, but to pets, wildlife, and even nature. While compassion is a trait that is both biological…
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Selfie Love & Oversharing
Selfies are photos you take of yourself. Usually, people share their selfies on social media websites like Facebook and Instagram. Selfies can be a helpful way to track your weight loss, boost your mood, and even increase confidence. Yet there can be a dark side to selfies. Taking dozens of selfies while searching for the…
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Unfair Comparisons: The Social Connection
It doesn’t matter how old you are. On social media, it’s tempting to think that what you see is the whole story. But it’s important to remember that most social users are presenting a curated look at their life. It’s not that people on social media sites are trying to be deceptive. It’s just that…
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Where People Go Wrong With Setting Goals
Setting Goals is something that a lot of people simply don’t really understand. That is to say that they take the entire wrong approach to it, which in turn results in them never seeing the results that they hoped to see. There are lots of things we could improve about goal setting, but for now…
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Emotional Well-being During the Holidays: Navigating Family Dynamics
Ho ho…oh no? We’ve all been there, haven’t we? You’re eager for the joyous holiday season, but as much as you love Uncle Bob’s roast turkey, you’re not quite ready for Aunt Sally’s unsolicited life advice or cousin Mike’s political debates. Amid the twinkling lights and fragrant pine, family dynamics can become as prickly as…
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Top Mistakes to Avoid When Following Your Passion
Life is all about deciding to follow your passion, but sometimes the journey can be overwhelming. Following your passion means taking responsibility for your path in life. The tendency is to want to ‘get it right’ on the first try and not make any mistakes. Unfortunately, this never happens. When you try to control a…
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Better Than Micro workouts: Incidental Exercise
Incidental exercise, similar to micro workouts, involves short bursts of activity lasting 1-5 minutes. Often linked to the concept of “kaizen,” which emphasizes small daily improvements. Both approaches highlight the power of consistent, brief actions that can lead to significant results over time.
