(Natural Blaze) Getting up close – and a little dirty – with farm animals just might help us fend off illness, say researchers who’ve further demonstrated the benefits of early exposure to a wide variety of environmental bacteria.
Consciousness
The Excuses that Prolong Emotional Dependence
(Exploring Your Mind) The excuses that we make when we’re suffering from emotional dependence make us postpone an almost inevitable and necessary conclusion: having to face our own personal loneliness.
How to Befriend Your Fear to Live a Fulfilling Life — Wisdom Not Taught in School
(Justin Deschamps) We’ve all heard about the power of fear. But do we really understand how facing our fears leads to a happy and fulfilling life? It sounds like an empty cliché but the truth is facing your fears is arguably the most empowering thing you can do, no matter what your situation.
A Sense of Oneness Leads to Greater Life Satisfaction, Research Shows
(Nikki Harper) As humans have become more ecologically and environmentally aware over the last century or so, we’ve come to understand that a small change in any particular ecosystem can have important – and unexpected – consequences for another. Slowly but surely, many have also been grasping this concept of interconnectedness and oneness in a more abstract or spiritual way too.
Petting Dogs or Cats For 10 Minutes Significantly Reduces Stress, New Study Finds
(Natural Blaze) College is stressful. Students have classes, papers, and exams. But they also often have work, bills to pay, and so many other pressures common in modern life.
The Neurobiology of Addiction
(Exploring Your Mind) People affected by addiction go from impulsivity to compulsivity. These two stages can also coexist, but they usually happen in that order.
How Expectation Influences Perception
(Neuroscience News) For decades, research has shown that our perception of the world is influenced by our expectations.
Divine Love Manifests Through Sacred Spaces & Practices
(Faye Naturals) Creating sacred space in our homes and lives opens us up to connecting with, and being, Divine Love. This becomes more and more in flow as we embrace our feminine and masculine natures. This is the kind of love that encompasses all and is in itself nearly indescribable.
Improved Mood and Focus Reported by Microdosers
(Neuroscience News) Microdosing, a growing trend where people take small doses for psychedelic drugs, is associated with improved mood, focus, and creativity. For some, microdosing may provide a possible alternative to SSRI antidepressants. However, researchers warn of some potential problems with microdosing, including negative side effects, psychological stigma, and exposure to elicit, black market products.
Epstein Could Be Murdered by “Powerful People” Before His Trial, Says Victims’ Lawyer
(S.M. Gibson) Epstein’s life is “definitely in jeopardy” because powerful people “don’t want him to talk,” victims’ lawyer claims.
Do You Suffer From Anxiety-Induced Chest Pain?
(Exploring Your Mind) Anxiety almost always manifests itself with physical symptoms. Different people experience different symptoms, but one of the most distressing ones is chest pain. Keep reading to learn more about this phenomenon and how to tell the difference between anxiety-induced chest pain and something more serious.
7 Reasons Why You Should Smile More
(Tom Crawshaw) Did you know that you can instantly change your state of mind just by smiling? Science has now shown that when we flex our facial muscles to produce a smile, our brain releases a cocktail of feel-good hormones that elevate our mood and reduce stress. But you don’t need me to tell you that smiling feels good. You’ve already experienced the uplifting effects of smiling and laughing with friends and family.
The Science of Linguistics: The Brain Processes Concrete Vs. Abstract Words Differently
(Paul Waters) In an review published in the Journal of Neurophysiology, an Italian researcher exploredthe various areas of the human brain responsible for processing the meanings of concrete and abstract words.
Toxic Tech: How Social Media Is Making Us Dumb, Angry, & Addicted
(Glen Reynolds) A few years ago, I noticed that I really enjoyed reading on airplanes and wondered why. After a bit of reflection, I realized that it was because I wasn’t distracted by the temptation to check a device every now and then, allowing reading to be the kind of immersive experience I once took for granted.
Why Texting Builds a False Sense of Security in Relationships
(Amy Debrucque) This type of communication builds a false sense of security.