We often talk about stepping into our true power, about building our confidence muscle and boosting our self-esteem. But although self-confidence and self-esteem seem similar—referring to how we feel about ourselves—they are two very different concepts. Self-esteem refers to how we generally feel about ourselves: how much we like or...
Read MoreExplore this mindfulness practice to witness and let go of bad habits, instead of becoming trapped by them ↓ ↓ When it comes to the universally-not-so-fun experience of craving, it goes something like this: my old job gave me an iPhone to keep me in the loop,...
Read MoreWe in the modern West assume that the normal mind is a healthy one. But a "healthy mind" is still subject to many types of distress, including depression, anxiety, frustration, restlessness, boredom, and resentment. Only when such imbalances are excessive are we advised to seek...
Read MoreHere are some morning affirmations to start the day off with clarity, purpose, and joy. “Each morning we are born again. Do today what matters most,” writes Jack Kornfield, in The Buddha’s Little Instruction Book. We get a remarkable gift each day: A fresh start. That chance to...
Read MoreTake care to feed and stimulate your brain and you will expand your mind. The two are inextricably connected. We need to see the human brain and mind with wonder, awe, and inspiration. The brain is the equivalent of a human supercomputer. It is more complicated than any...
Read MoreRecently, I read an interview with author Danielle LaPorte where she stated that she never speaks meanly to herself. “Not ever.” This blew my mind. Because even though I write regularly about practicing self-compassion and embracing ourselves, I still struggle with harsh self-talk. I’m guessing you do, too. It might...
Read MoreHow to identify the symptoms and navigate your way through burnout. There’s a difference between a period of bad days, which we’ve all encountered, and serious burnout. Burnout is something that creeps up on you. Imagine a leak in your bathroom pipe that has been dripping...
Read More↓ Writing is a vital personal expression—a way to both share who you are with the world, and to delve deeper into your own psyche. Congrats! You want to start a daily writing practice. Excellent. Writing is a vital personal expression—a way to both share who you...
Read MoreMeditation isn’t a vacation from everyday life—it can be an intensive course in exploring your inner landscape. If you need rest, Editor-in-Chief Barry Boyce says meditation may not be the best way to manage your mind. In Maurice Sendak’s classic Where the Wild Things...
Read More3 popular breathing methods to use while running. Try each one and pick your favorite. ↓ “In addition to keeping the body relaxed and tall (imagine your head being pulled gently aloft by a sky-high rope), and letting deep, controlled nasal breaths dictate the pace, the mechanics...
Read More↓ You can create daily routines that help rewire your brain for present moment awareness and free you from ruminating about the past or worrying about the future. What does standing in line at Starbucks, stop signs and stairs have in common? The answer – each is opportunities...
Read More♥ Maybe. Some people seem to engage networks that don’t usually team together. Quick! How many ways can you use this brick? How about this rope? It sounds like a game of Clue, but this test of imagination and spontaneous thinking was given by brain researchers at...
Read MoreResearchers say brain scans could help pinpoint four subtypes of depression, which could lead to better diagnosis and treatment. ↓ Brain scans may redefine depression and help doctors target treatment. ↓ Just as an electrocardiogram (EKG) shows the heart in action, a functional MRI shows the electrical activity of...
Read More♠ ↓ Are you taking action in your business or just thinking about it? And when you...
Read More↓ How mindfulness and a rewarding routine can help us develop good habits that last. Do you have a habit that you can’t change no matter what you have tried? For the last decade, I have worked as a teacher, coach, and consultant with companies. The subject of...
Read More↓ One of the determinants of success and leadership is mental strength. To be a peak performer and attain excellence in any field, you need desire, effort, and discipline. This goes beyond acting tough; you have to be willing to work hard and persist even in the...
Read MoreA good listener not only focuses on your words but what’s on your mind. When we’re constantly fixated on what we’re going to say next, or how people have interpreted what we’ve already said, we forget that being a good listener is equally important to the...
Read More♥ Essential oils have been around for centuries, dating back as far as Biblical days when Jesus was anointed with frankincense and myrrh upon his birth. They’ve been utilized since ancient times in various cultures, including China, Egypt, India and Southern Europe. Some essential oils have even been applied to...
Read MoreOur brains are pleasure-seeking editors. ↓ [embed]https://youtu.be/MSE6ZIaEFHM?t=19s[/embed] ↓ Why is it so difficult to properly enjoy what’s right in front of us? And why are so many events easier to enjoy or savor after they’ve happened? In this animation from The London School of Life, philosopher Alain de Botton talks about why we...
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Even Einstein was unexceptional in his youth. Now a new book questions our fixation with IQ and says adults can help almost any child become gifted When Maryam Mirzakhani died at the tragically early age of 40 this month, the news stories talked of her as...
Read More↓ New research sheds light on the physiology of gratitude, bringing us closer to being able to understand and harness the health benefits of this powerful emotion. Imagine you are on the run from a Nazi manhunt and are taken under the protection of a stranger. This...
Read More↓ Why Gardening Helps As You Age It’s no secret that spending time outdoors and exercising have immeasurable benefits for your mental and physical well-being. In fact, research shows that a 20 to 25-minute daily walk outside could add up to seven years to your life. Gardening is a...
Read MoreGet Your Hands Dirty: 5 Ways Gardening Can Improve Your Health Every time I see parents hosing the family down with antibacterial wipes, I wince a little, because, in their pursuit of a squeaky clean lifestyle, they’re also stripping off the beneficial bacteria that can help...
Read More↓ Listening: The Supreme Skill Listening is an act of surrender. - Brian Eno ↓ Listening is the powerful, soothing agent of all communication. Listening is the best tool there is to lower anxiety, diminish division, and open into sameness, into togetherness. Listening will help almost anyone who is triggered...
Read MoreWHAT MY DOG TAUGHT ME ABOUT JOY For most of my life, I have been a cat person. I have lived with little house-tigers that sharpened their claws on my couches, played midnight hockey with my hair ornaments and dragged my dirty laundry from the hamper to...
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