“By acknowledging that so many of us are languishing, we can start giving voice to quiet despair and lighting a path out of the void.” - Adam Grant BY Kristy Jansen and Summers McKay This year, big, audacious, expansive resolutions seem a bit on the absurd side. Nearly the … [Read more...] about The Optimist Daily guide to “Un-LANGUISHING”: Ideas on how to reconnect to thriving
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This is your brain on music
Music does something to humans like no other animal. The rhythm gets inside our bodies and we can’t help but move along with the bass, or sing our heart out to that catchy chorus. Scientists from the University of Tokyo, wanted to uncover exactly what is going on in our brain to … [Read more...] about This is your brain on music
Have a short-temper? Tips from an empathy expert on how to stay cool
The devastating Covid-19 health crisis has lasted almost two years now, and many of us have been dealing with increased levels of stress and pent-up frustration during this time. As a result, we may find ourselves struggling to maintain tolerance and patience when in the middle … [Read more...] about Have a short-temper? Tips from an empathy expert on how to stay cool
Overwhelmed by small decisions? You may be suffering from decision paralysis
One of the collective symptoms of the Covid-19 pandemic is a feeling of unfamiliarity and uncertainty about what’s going on in the world. According to new research, these feelings are beginning to permeate our personal lives as well, resulting in many people experiencing what … [Read more...] about Overwhelmed by small decisions? You may be suffering from decision paralysis
Research yields surprising discovery about the benefits of green tea
Green tea has been shown to reduce the risks of chronic illness, and it is a common healthy staple in many cultures around the world. Researchers previously thought this tea’s benefits came from its antioxidants, which prevent oxidative stress by capturing free radicals, but a … [Read more...] about Research yields surprising discovery about the benefits of green tea