happiness
How meditation can change your life and mind
Reaching beyond the stereotypes of meditation and embracing the science of mindfulness.
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Unhappy at work? How to find meaning and maintain your mental health
Finding a balance between job satisfaction, money, and lifestyle is not easy.
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What is counterfactual thinking?
Can thinking about the past really help us create a better present and future?
Your emotions are the new hot commodity — and there’s an app for that
Many of the most popular apps are about self-improvement.
Do we really date based on our own ideals?
Do we really know what we want in a romantic partner? If so, do our desires actually mean we match up with people who suit them?
LIVE JUNE 30 | Happiness hack: Approach life like an Italian chef
If you're interested in reinvention and adaptability, turns out Italian cooking is an instruction manual for life.
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The ‘Western diet’ is linked to adult acne in a new study
The takeaway: limit sugar and dairy if you want better skin.
Midlife crisis? More like midlife calling. Here’s how to find yours.
Did you know that shifting to a positive perspective on aging can add 7.5 years to your life? Or that there is a provable U-curve of happiness that shows people get happier after age 50?
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Working from home could be ruining your sleep. This light therapy lamp can help.
Light therapy might help your natural circadian rhythm and even stave off seasonal depression.
Regular volunteering maintains the health of older adults
Volunteering can feel great and make good things happen. Now we know it promotes your health too.
Do same-sex couples resolve conflicts in a healthier way?
A 12-year long study examines the differences between how same-sex and different-sex couples argue, with some surprising results.
‘Freakonomics’ study offers simple strategy for making tough decisions
When facing a hard decision, consider choosing change over inaction.
Yoga may ease symptoms of depression, according to new research
According to the analysis, the more yoga sessions a person did each week, the less they struggled with depressive symptoms.
‘Power posing’ also boosts confidence in children, new study shows
The study provides initial evidence that open, strong postures can improve children's mood and self-esteem.
The mental and physical health benefits of ecotherapy
There are countless studies that prove ecotherapy (often referred to as nature therapy) is beneficial for your physical and mental health.
For a child, being carefree is intrinsic to a well-lived life
Do adults need to be more carefree, in order for their lives to go well?
Haven’t found your niche? This might be why.
Most people don't know what they're passionate about.
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Kids today are lacking these psychological nutrients
The key to raising indistractable kids is to first determine why they're distracted.
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The positive impact of gratitude on mental and physical health
Dr. Robert Emmons and other researchers dig into the positive mental and physical health benefits of expressing gratitude.
How to navigate sexual rejection as a couple
Couples that handle sexual rejection well can improve their relationship, but persistent or hostile patterns of rejection are never healthy.
Polar explorer Erling Kagge: Why risk makes life meaningful
Playing it safe and always taking the easy road can be obstacles to happiness, says professional adventurer Erling Kagge.
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Color psychology: What does your favorite color say about your personality?
Your favorite color can be linked to various personality traits, motivation, and productivity levels in your life.
Design hack: 10 joy-inducing aesthetics you should know
Why finding joy is more easily attainable than the pursuit of happiness.
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The 3 elements of power: Influence, negotiation, nurturing
If you feel like you're on a hamster wheel in life, it might be time for a powershift.
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How to tailor various ‘anxiety-reducing’ techniques to better suit your own needs
Combining various mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) can have numerous health benefits, according to new research.
Finding your ‘why’: How to dig deep and define your purpose
How you think about your work alters your relationship to it.
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4 mood-boosting activities to keep your mind happy during COVID-19 lockdown
Music, journaling, and spending time with your pets are all science-backed ways to boost mental health during stressful times.