Study: Tai chi is an effective way to fight off chronic pain
According to new research, the ancient practice of tai chi can effectively reduce the symptoms of fibromyalgia, also known as chronic pain. Fibromyalgia causes muscle pain through the body, and can lead to a number of psychological conditions such as depression. Because tai chi involves both Read More...
New bill could allow New Yorkers to ignore after-hours work e-mails
The average New Yorker works more than 49 hours per week, which is longer than people in other large cities across the U.S. In addition, workers spend an extra eight hours per week managing email after work, according to a 2017 survey. With that in mind, the New York city council has proposed a Read More...
Self-compassion is vital to your well-being. Here’s how to cultivate it
Most of the time, when we’re being too hard on ourselves, we do it because we’re driven by a desire to excel and do everything right, all the time. This entails a lot of self-criticism, and that persecutory inner voice that constantly tells us how we could’ve done things better is a hallmark Read More...
The government knows a plant-based diet is best–it should make it official
The USDA is formulating its next set of dietary guidelines. An advisory panel has already recommended an increase in plant-based diets, and the USDA should listen to Read More...
Scientists believe they found a way to stop hurricanes in their tracks
There have been at least a dozen devastating hurricanes that have wreaked havoc in the last decade – but there may be hope on the horizon for a solution. These Norwegian scientists believe that they may be able to use existing technologies to stop hurricanes in their Read More...
Want to be more productive? Start thinking like a wild animal
Channel your inner wild animal for greater focus at Read More...
Happiness isn't the same thing as pleasure, and our brain knows it
People trying to sell you a new car, a fancy phone, or a bigger home might like you to believe that money can buy a whole lot of happiness. But your brain knows that's not true. Money can buy you pleasure, but happiness has to come from somewhere Read More...
Home wind power: Yes, in my backyard!
So maybe you’re thinking you want to generate your own electricity, and home wind power has crossed your mind. After all, who really enjoys paying a utility bill? Small wind energy is renewable, non-polluting, and, in the right circumstances, can save you Read More...
A promise is a promise: Starbucks to finally make a fully compostable cup
A decade ago, Starbucks pledged it would introduce 100 percent recyclable coffee cups. Now the coffee giant is finally going to deliver on its promise and develop a ‘fully recyclable and compostable cup’ after a coalition of environmental organizations pressured the company to honor its Read More...
These dramatic images will make you see nature in a whole new light
Photography of nature serves a great purpose. It prompts us to see nature in a slightly different way and contemplate about the greater meaning of human engagement in nature, especially in relation to its cyclic processes. Take a look here at the breathtaking photos taken by a Chicago-based Read More...