(Justin Deschamps) Mind control or brainwashing exists, according to the following history piece. But for many, mind control is a conspiracy theory, which given the actual truth, proves there is a form of mass mind control at work. By this, I mean, if the truth is mind control programs have existed and were used on people in history, the belief that this is untrue is in fact a conspiracy theory pushed by propagandists and the Deep State.
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How to Spot Immaturity in Yourself and Others, For Self Growth and Social Tolerance
(Justin Deschamps) Maturity is a hallmark of a well developed and balanced consciousness. Enlightenment, in this sense, might be thought of as a high level of maturity, not just in one area but all. Psychologically, we can be mature in some places but immature in others. Consider unethical conduct in the business sector, which shows that one can be highly proficient at managing a business but lack ethical maturity when it comes to universal values.
Dumbing Down the Population: Study Finds That Transgender Hormone Treatments Lower IQ
(Ethan Huff) If “being your true self” means attempting to alter your biological sex with hormone “treatments,” then your true self is also quite dumb, as a new study has confirmed that gender reassignment chemicals dramatically lower IQ levels.
Here’s What A Criminology Professor Learned By Studying Every Mass Shooting Since 1966
(Zero Hedge) Last weekend’s mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton (following the devastation in Gilroy the weekend before) prompted the usual evidence-free avalanche of political point-scoring, blaming “the other side” for all the world’s woes.
Panic Attacks And Anxiety Episodes Linked To Vitamin Deficiencies In Groundbreaking Study
(Elizabeth DeVille) With approximately 40 million adults across the United States experiencing anxiety each year, scientists and researchers have dedicated their careers to trying to better understand this condition. Despite this work, we are still somewhat unclear on what actually causes this condition to occur.
“Are They Dreaming?” Recent Footage Shows an Octopus Changing Color While It Sleeps
(Edsel Cook) Do octopuses experience dreams? A viral video of an octopus changing its color during its slumber brought up interesting questions about the neural activity in its many “brains” during sleep periods.
Your Sense of Self and Depression – What’s the Connection?
(Exploring your Mind) Rumination, negative dialogue, and feeling empty and unworthy can chip away at your self-esteem and create the perfect breeding ground for depression.
Good Self-Esteem Comes from a Job Well Done
(Exploring your Mind) One of the pillars that has a tremendous influence on our behavior is self-esteem. How we feel, based on the image we have of ourselves, determines the goals we choose, the relationships we maintain, and the intensity of our emotions. But how can we achieve good self-esteem?
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.
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.
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.