Ready to Start Living? First, Consider Your Death
The reality of dying is our single greatest motivator. Here’s how to use it to live your life to the fullest. By Dr. Roman KrznaricPublic Philosopher and Former Political Scientist Introduction…
Laughing is Good for Your Mind and Your Body – Here’s What the Research Shows
laughter comes with many benefits for physical and mental health. By Dr. Janet M. GibsonProfessor of Cognitive PsychologyGrinnell College Introduction Amusement and pleasant surprises – and the laughter they can trigger – add texture…
How Exercise Boosts the Brain and Mental Health
Working out buffs up the body — and perhaps the mind, too. By Bob HolmesScience Writer Introduction Mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety aren’t easy to treat. Medications…
The Long View: How to Short-Circuit Short-Term Thinking
How to harness psychology for the common good. By Dr. Paul A.M. van LangeProfessor of PsychologyVrije Universiteit at Amsterdam, The Netherlands By Dr. David G. RandProfessor of Management Science and…
Feeling Their Pain: Five Things Worth Knowing about Empathy
Empathy is a skill that can be learned and enhanced. By Katherine EllisonJournalist and Author Introduction A tortoise lies on its back, legs waving in distress, until a second tortoise…
Daydreaming: The Science of a Wandering Mind
More than just a distraction, mind-wandering (and its cousin, daydreaming) may help us prepare for the future. By Tim VernimmenScience Journalist When psychologist Jonathan Smallwood set out to study mind-wandering…
Yoga: Modern Research Shows a Variety of Benefits to Both Body and Mind from the Ancient Practice
The combination of physical movement and mindfulness provides a wide range of health benefits. By Dr. Herpreet ThindAssociate Professor of Public HealthUMass Lowell Introduction The popularity of yoga has grown tremendously in the past decade. More than 10% of U.S.…
We’re Told to ‘Eat a Rainbow’ of Fruit and Vegetables. Here’s What Each Colour Does in our Body
Most of us know we should eat different coloured fruits and vegetables, but do you know why? By Dr. Evangeline MantziorisProgram Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Accredited Practising DietitianUniversity of South Australia Introduction Nutritionists…
Six Common Misconceptions About Meditation
There’s far more to meditation than sitting peacefully with crossed legs. By Dr. Dusana DorjeeAssociate professor in Psychology in EducationUniversity of York Introduction Meditation has been hailed as a way to boost mental…
Forget the Antioxidant Pills; Just Stick with Veggies
If the antioxidants that occur naturally in food are good for us, that must mean antioxidant supplements are also good for us, right? Not quite. By Dr. Richard G. “Bugs” StevensProfessor, School of MedicineUniversity…
