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Mindfulness
fromMindful
1 week ago

Being Courageous About Change: Mindful Guidance on the Proactive Pivot

Proactive pivoting involves making changes before they are necessary, requiring courage and strength to overcome resistance to change.
#productivity
Productivity
fromFast Company
6 hours ago

Four steps for better focus from a cognitive scientist

Inability to focus is a major barrier to productivity, often exacerbated by self-inflicted distractions.
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago
Productivity

I deleted every productivity app on my phone and my output doubled - because I'd been spending more time optimizing my system than actually doing the work - Silicon Canals

Deleting productivity apps led to increased output by eliminating the management of systems that masked actual productivity.
Productivity
fromFast Company
6 hours ago

Four steps for better focus from a cognitive scientist

Inability to focus is a major barrier to productivity, often exacerbated by self-inflicted distractions.
Productivity
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

I deleted every productivity app on my phone and my output doubled - because I'd been spending more time optimizing my system than actually doing the work - Silicon Canals

Deleting productivity apps led to increased output by eliminating the management of systems that masked actual productivity.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
10 hours ago

Nature Is a Prescription for Connectedness

Connectedness to nature significantly enhances psychological health, while increased digital exposure negatively impacts our relationship with the natural world.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 hours ago

Nobody prepares you for the exhaustion of being naturally magnetic - the way people assume your warmth has no limits, your attention has no cost, and your need to be seen doesn't exist - Silicon Canals

Emotional Magnetic Load (EML) describes the invisible weight of managing others' emotions while neglecting one's own needs.
fromTiny Buddha
21 hours ago

What My Body Taught Me: 13 Surgeries, One Coma, Countless Powerful Lessons - Tiny Buddha

Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars. I was born with spina bifida and faced multiple surgeries, leading to uncertainty about my ability to walk again. Despite the fear and pain, I refused to accept paralysis as my fate.
Medicine
#longevity
Exercise
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Best Sports for Longevity

Tennis may significantly enhance longevity compared to other sports, with players living nearly 10 years longer than sedentary individuals.
Wellness
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

A doctor shares 3 simple healthy aging habits from Norway, an underrated longevity hotspot

Norway offers unique insights into longevity through its social traditions, diet, and lifestyle practices that promote happiness and health.
Exercise
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Best Sports for Longevity

Tennis may significantly enhance longevity compared to other sports, with players living nearly 10 years longer than sedentary individuals.
Wellness
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

A doctor shares 3 simple healthy aging habits from Norway, an underrated longevity hotspot

Norway offers unique insights into longevity through its social traditions, diet, and lifestyle practices that promote happiness and health.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Researchers look into island's health benefits

Researchers will study the health benefits of outdoor spaces on the Isle of Wight, focusing on visitor experiences and access barriers.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

A year of continuous glucose monitoring pushed me to the edge

Glucose tracking is increasingly popular among non-diabetics, with many using continuous glucose monitors for health insights.
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
1 day ago

Feeling Anxious? Soothe Yourself With 10-Minute Gentle Yoga.

Yoga for anxiety helps shift focus from overthinking to present moment awareness through gentle physical practices.
#health
Health
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
2 days ago

Snapchat users visit the app for health and medical advice

Snapchat users prioritize health and wellness, using social media for health information, which raises concerns about reliability but offers marketing opportunities.
Medicine
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Why Are People Injecting Themselves with Peptides?

Health and wellness influencers promote unapproved peptide treatments, raising concerns about consumer safety and the future of FDA regulations.
Health
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
2 days ago

Snapchat users visit the app for health and medical advice

Snapchat users prioritize health and wellness, using social media for health information, which raises concerns about reliability but offers marketing opportunities.
Medicine
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Why Are People Injecting Themselves with Peptides?

Health and wellness influencers promote unapproved peptide treatments, raising concerns about consumer safety and the future of FDA regulations.
Cancer
fromFast Company
1 day ago

If you want to get something done, hire a cancer patient

Cancer patients can and do work during treatment, challenging the stereotype that they are too fragile to maintain employment.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

AI in the mental health care workforce is met with fear, pushback and enthusiasm

AI tools are increasingly adopted in mental health, raising concerns about job replacement and the quality of care.
Wellness
fromElite Traveler
1 day ago

The 10-Hour 'Non-Diet' That Improves Sleep, Energy, and Metabolism

Eating within a 10-to-12 hour window aligned with circadian rhythms can enhance health and prevent metabolic issues.
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Sober Curious Movement's Big Blind Spot

Giving up alcohol feels like progress. But if you're reaching for cannabis instead, you haven't changed the pattern-just the packaging.
Cannabis
Books
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Is Recovery Too Serious to Be Funny?

Recovery literature often overlooks humor, focusing instead on serious tones despite the potential for laughter in the journey.
SF food
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

How the Whole-Grain Trend Went Wrong

Refined grains can lead to health issues, while whole grains are promoted for their benefits, though their actual health impact is debated.
Design
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

The Future of Brain Health Is Architecture

The built environment significantly influences mental health, mood, and performance, with neuroscience guiding design for improved well-being.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

What to know about the controversial practice of orgasmic meditation'

Nicole Daedone's OneTaste, promoting orgasmic meditation, faced severe backlash after coercion allegations led to her federal prison sentence.
#mental-health
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 hour ago

Psychology says keeping your phone on silent isn't a communication preference - it's a nervous system preference, and the people who need it most are often the ones who spent years being on-call for everyone else's emergencies - Silicon Canals

Constant phone notifications can trigger stress responses, leading some to keep their phones on silent as a protective measure for their nervous system.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 hour ago

Psychology says keeping your phone on silent isn't a communication preference - it's a nervous system preference, and the people who need it most are often the ones who spent years being on-call for everyone else's emergencies - Silicon Canals

Constant phone notifications can trigger stress responses, leading some to keep their phones on silent as a protective measure for their nervous system.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

How to Find a Certified Sports Psychiatrist

Athletes increasingly prioritize mental health, necessitating specialized support from sports psychiatrists who understand performance-related psychological pressures.
Productivity
fromFast Company
20 hours ago

How AI is quietly exhausting you-and what to do about it

AI tools increase decision-making fatigue among developers, leading to greater exhaustion despite faster coding capabilities.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

When Therapy Explains Before It Understands

Therapists may misinterpret clients' experiences by relying on familiar frameworks, potentially overlooking genuine feelings and differences.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
20 hours ago

New light shed on who benefits most from weight-loss jabs

Genetic variations in appetite and digestion can enhance weight loss effectiveness of drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro.
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
2 days ago

5 Ways to Remain True to Yourself as a Yoga Teacher

Authenticity in teaching yoga is more impactful than trying to emulate others or impress students.
Health
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

On World Health Day: How Architecture Shapes Well-Being in Everyday Spaces

World Health Day emphasizes the interconnectedness of health, environment, and society, promoting a One Health approach for collective action.
Exercise
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Why Hating the Gym Might Be Your Greatest Asset

Sustainable change requires frictionless systems and external accountability, while social capital can enhance willpower and exercise promotes cognitive resilience.
#happiness
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
13 hours ago

Psychology says the happiest people aren't the ones who found their passion - they're the ones who stopped treating their life as a problem that needed solving - Silicon Canals

The relentless pursuit of passion may lead to unhappiness, while embracing diverse interests can foster a richer, more fulfilling life.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Research suggests that people who pursue happiness directly almost never find it - but people who pursue meaning, connection, and acceptance report a quiet contentment that outlasts every peak experience - Silicon Canals

Pursuing happiness directly often leads to disappointment and lower satisfaction, as expectations create a gap between reality and feelings.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
13 hours ago

Psychology says the happiest people aren't the ones who found their passion - they're the ones who stopped treating their life as a problem that needed solving - Silicon Canals

The relentless pursuit of passion may lead to unhappiness, while embracing diverse interests can foster a richer, more fulfilling life.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Research suggests that people who pursue happiness directly almost never find it - but people who pursue meaning, connection, and acceptance report a quiet contentment that outlasts every peak experience - Silicon Canals

Pursuing happiness directly often leads to disappointment and lower satisfaction, as expectations create a gap between reality and feelings.
#self-improvement
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
9 hours ago

Psychology says the reason self-improvement feels harder after 60 isn't diminished capacity - it's that for the first time you can't use the future as a consolation prize, which means you have to want the change for its own sake, right now, which is actually the only reason it ever worked - Silicon Canals

Self-improvement becomes urgent after sixty as the future feels limited and the time for change is now.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Psychology says people who constantly research self-improvement but never start aren't lazy - they've confused the feeling of learning with the feeling of changing - Silicon Canals

Learning about self-improvement can create a false sense of progress without actual change in behavior.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
9 hours ago

Psychology says the reason self-improvement feels harder after 60 isn't diminished capacity - it's that for the first time you can't use the future as a consolation prize, which means you have to want the change for its own sake, right now, which is actually the only reason it ever worked - Silicon Canals

Self-improvement becomes urgent after sixty as the future feels limited and the time for change is now.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Psychology says people who constantly research self-improvement but never start aren't lazy - they've confused the feeling of learning with the feeling of changing - Silicon Canals

Learning about self-improvement can create a false sense of progress without actual change in behavior.
Medicine
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

The Dangers of Unlimited Health Advice

Health anxiety can be exacerbated by interactions with chatbots like ChatGPT, leading to obsessive behavior and emotional distress.
#personal-growth
Exercise
fromInsideHook
3 days ago

Do You Have "Shortcut Syndrome"? Here's How to Fix It.

Challenging oneself is essential for personal growth, but not all challenges suit everyone, especially in a frictionless modern life.
Exercise
fromInsideHook
3 days ago

Do You Have "Shortcut Syndrome"? Here's How to Fix It.

Challenging oneself is essential for personal growth, but not all challenges suit everyone, especially in a frictionless modern life.
Wearables
fromFuturism
3 days ago

We Can't Even Imagine the Eating Disorders This New Meta Smart Glasses Feature Will Cause

Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses may exacerbate eating disorders with features that track and log food intake automatically.
Health
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

A metabolism researcher shared 2 simple things he does to reduce his cancer risk

NAD is crucial for energy transformation and DNA repair, and lifestyle choices significantly impact its levels and disease risk.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Your Company's Wellness Programs Keep Missing the Point

Disconnection in the workplace is often structural, not individual, and requires proper diagnosis to address effectively.
Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Protein chips, sex chocolate: what are functional foods', and do they actually boost health?

Functional foods are gaining popularity, promising health benefits beyond basic nutrition, driven by consumer health consciousness and market growth.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Hypersensitivity Is an Emotional Superpower

Highly sensitive individuals process emotions deeply, which can be a strength in understanding social cues and empathy.
Exercise
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Running Toward a Better Brain

Aerobic fitness and lifestyle choices can slow age-related brain changes and improve brain health across the adult lifespan.
Yoga
fromYOGMAY
1 week ago

What Makes a Good Sound Healing Teacher? Training Guide

A great sound healing teacher goes beyond technique, emphasizing deep understanding, safety, and the integration of traditional and scientific knowledge.
Mindfulness
fromWIRED
2 days ago

My Blissful, Unbothered Life as a 'Do Not Disturb' Maximalist

Ignoring push notifications through Do Not Disturb mode can enhance life quality by reducing distractions and setting boundaries.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

How the Apple Watch defined modern health tech

The Apple Watch Series 4 revolutionized health tech with FDA-cleared atrial fibrillation detection, influencing the development of advanced consumer health wearables.
#self-awareness
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago
Psychology

Most people who overcame years of laziness didn't find motivation - they found a mirror they couldn't look away from - Silicon Canals

Self-awareness is crucial for real change; many people misperceive their own behaviors and motivations.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Most people who overcame years of laziness didn't find motivation - they found a mirror they couldn't look away from - Silicon Canals

Self-awareness is crucial for real change; many people misperceive their own behaviors and motivations.
#mindfulness
Wellness
fromZDNET
1 week ago

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're still on sale)

Technology can enhance mindfulness and wellness through various devices that promote presence, stress relief, and better sleep.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

What Meditation Retreats Really Do to Your Mind and Body

Unemployed adults participated in a three-day retreat focusing on mindfulness meditation versus guided relaxation to assess stress management effects.
Wellness
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're on sale)

Technology can enhance mindfulness and wellness through various devices that promote presence, stress relief, and better sleep.
Wellness
fromZDNET
1 week ago

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're still on sale)

Technology can enhance mindfulness and wellness through various devices that promote presence, stress relief, and better sleep.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

What Meditation Retreats Really Do to Your Mind and Body

Unemployed adults participated in a three-day retreat focusing on mindfulness meditation versus guided relaxation to assess stress management effects.
Wellness
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're on sale)

Technology can enhance mindfulness and wellness through various devices that promote presence, stress relief, and better sleep.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The quiet power of doing nothing - why highly sensitive people who protect their solitude aren't avoiding life, they're preserving the energy most people burn through by noon - Silicon Canals

Solitude is often undervalued in a culture that glorifies constant activity and productivity.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Managing New Online Compulsive Behaviors and Addictions

Addictive behaviors have become prevalent due to the accessibility of technology, impacting individuals' lives and relationships.
Mental health
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Google updates Gemini's mental health safeguards

Google's Gemini chatbot now features a crisis hotline module for better mental health support.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

An Exercise for Releasing Emotional Pain

Emotional pain from past experiences can lead to mental and physical health issues, but journaling can help express and alleviate this pain.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

A New Narrative for Planetary Health in the Hybrid Era

Perceiving crises as external leads to helplessness and disengagement, while recognizing agency fosters positive outcomes and behavior change.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

2 Reasons You Keep Breaking Promises to Yourself

Promises to others are more likely to be kept due to social expectations and the potential impact on relationships.
Mindfulness
fromScienceDaily
2 days ago

Scientists say 7 days of meditation can rewire your brain

Seven days of meditation and mind-body techniques significantly altered brain function, immunity, and metabolism, resembling psychedelic experiences achieved naturally.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says people who want to change their lives but never start aren't lazy - they're waiting for a feeling of readiness that behavioral science confirms almost never arrives on its own - Silicon Canals

Feeling ready to act is often a byproduct of taking action, not a prerequisite.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Psychology says people who intentionally limit their social media use aren't more disciplined than everyone else - they became more honest about what the unlimited version was replacing, which was the interior life, the undirected thought, the boredom that produces things, and once they understood what was being replaced they didn't need discipline, they needed only the honesty to stop - Silicon Canals

Boredom can lead to meaningful engagement and creativity, rather than being a sign of lack of activity.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why Calm CEO David Ko is stepping down after scaling the meditation app

Calm has had more than 180 million downloads and is growing in more than 190 countries and seven different languages. We've really made strides in health outcomes.
Mindfulness
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Research suggests that self-compassion after failure - not self-criticism - is what predicts whether someone tries again, which means being hard on yourself isn't discipline, it's the thing that ends it - Silicon Canals

Self-compassion, not self-criticism, fosters resilience and encourages individuals to recover and try again after failure.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says people who've mastered not caring aren't detached - they went through a period of caring so much it nearly broke them, and came out the other side with a much shorter list - Silicon Canals

Mastering the art of not caring comes from exhaustion, not indifference, after deeply caring and learning what deserves emotional energy.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Stop the brain rot! 12 ways to stay sharp in a mind-frazzling world

Brain rot, characterized by cognitive decline from easy information, is rising due to social media and shortform videos, leading to exhaustion.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

How to Embrace Being "More" Spiritual

Awareness of the transcendent reveals depth and meaning in life, fostering spiritual growth and a sense of oneness with the world.
Alternative medicine
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Help yourself to stronger immunity

The immune system can be enhanced through science-backed interventions including specific supplements, vaccines, and exercise, with omega-3 fatty acids and curcumin showing evidence of effectiveness while vitamin D proves less beneficial than previously claimed.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Is Too Much Information Fueling Your Anxiety?

Anxiety disorders have increased significantly, likely due to technology's impact on information overload and intolerance of uncertainty.
Wellness
fromEntrepreneur
4 weeks ago

Wellness Gurus Are Failing - Who Should Your Trust?

The wellness industry relies on hope and marketing rather than evidence, creating opportunities for personalities to exploit vulnerable people seeking health solutions.
Science
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago

Learn How to Biohack Your Mind and Body at the 1N Labs Pop-Up

1N Labs Shoreditch pop-up offers biohacking experiences, free immersive weekend sessions, brain-mapping, cognitive drinks, and nicotine lozenge tastings through Feb 6, 2026.
fromAol
1 month ago

How Americans are rethinking wellness in 2026

Instead of chasing fleeting fads, people have been responding to a deep-seated burnout fueled by economic instability and the relentless demands of hybrid work. This exhaustion is steering many away from generic fitness trends and toward the precision of wearables, health apps, and AI-driven tools.
Wellness
Public health
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Brain Health Challenge: Doctor Appointments for Your Mind and Body

High blood pressure damages brain blood vessels, increases risk of stroke, micro-strokes, and dementia; managing blood pressure in midlife preserves brain health.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Scientists Say Go Ahead, Keep Gooning

Adult content has never been as accessible as it is now, thanks to the internet. Hell, online smut played a major role in the rise of the web itself in the 1990s. With that glut of porn, some have voiced concerns that some people are consuming too much of the stuff or even becoming addicted, which they claim could have consequences like regulating emotions or impaired sexual functioning.
Public health
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

What's the easiest way to get healthy? I tried biohacking my life to live longer

Small, incremental improvements in sleep, diet, and exercise can significantly increase longevity, with minimal changes adding up to meaningful lifespan gains.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
2 months ago

The Personalized Vitamin Routine That Fits Her Life

vyv (pronounced v-eye-v), a new personalized vitamin and supplement brand designed for women ages 20 to 30 who want wellness to feel intuitive, flexible, and easy to keep up with. Think less pressure, fewer bottles, and way more "this actually works for my life." vyv is the younger sister brand to Persona™ Nutrition, designed with a fresh lens for Gen Z/Millennial females juggling packed schedules, shifting hormones, and big goals-without asking them to become supplement experts along the way.
Alternative medicine
Medicine
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

Is Health the Ultimate Status Symbol? Inside the Rise of Full Health MOTs

Comprehensive full-body MOT health checks enable early detection of subtle dysfunctions, allowing personalized preventative plans to reduce long-term disease risk and optimize longevity.
#wellness
Wellness
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

How to Biohack Your Home for Supercharged Health

Engineering the home as a curated ecosystem—adjusting light, air, materials, scent, and smart tech—can measurably support physical, emotional, and cognitive wellbeing.
Wellness
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Tired of the wellness industrial complex? Six rules to ditch and what to do instead

Prioritize consistent, varied movement—about 150 minutes weekly of moderate-to-vigorous activity—plus strength and flexibility training; avoid extreme fitness trends and overcomplication.
Wellness
fromMail Online
1 month ago

A nutritionist reveals the wellness trends she would always be wary of

Expensive wellness products often make grand claims without strong scientific evidence and are unnecessary compared with basic diet, hydration, and lifestyle habits.
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