"Be kind to yourself" is a piece of advice that's often given to people during difficult times or moments of stress. But for someone who is driven, a perfectionist or facing pressure, the idea of self-compassion can feel ...
Sep 16, 2025
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Cats may have a reputation for independence, but emerging research suggests we share a unique connection with them—fueled by brain chemistry.
Sep 15, 2025
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His gaze softens as he draws closer to you. With one hand around your waist and the other cradling your jaw, he pulls you in. You look into his eyes, and notice his pupils have grown large and hungry.
Jun 3, 2025
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People who have had COVID-19, even mild cases, tend to have cardiovascular imbalances in the short and medium term and need to undergo rehabilitation. This was the finding of a study of 130 volunteers conducted at the Federal ...
Mar 25, 2025
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Ten years of research on yoga as a stress-reducing activity provides a clear answer: A little effort offers real health benefits.
Feb 4, 2025
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CBD may hold promise as a tool to help people reduce problem drinking, according to a new study published in Alcohol: Clinical and Experimental Research.
Feb 3, 2025
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With near-constant headlines discussing the devastating crises humanity is currently facing —from climate change to political polarization and war—many of us are experiencing feelings of existential uncertainty.
Oct 22, 2024
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Just being near blue spaces (the sea, rivers and lakes) can make us feel more relaxed because water triggers our parasympathetic nervous system, helping our body rest and digest. This calming effect, which slows our heart ...
Jul 26, 2024
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When we communicate with other people face-to-face, we do so by maintaining a certain physical distance from each other. This space surrounding our body while interacting is called the interpersonal space (IPS), and maintaining ...
Apr 3, 2024
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People who are often stressed can feel calmer by making certain adjustments to their breathing. Possibly this also positively affects concentration and attention. Psychologist Roderik Gerritsen studied the effects of breathing ...
Dec 13, 2023
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