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How to Nurture Relationships While in Quarantine
Our Need for Human Connection
Emotional connection is innate in human beings. Psychologist, Abraham Maslow, created a widely accepted theory of the Hierarchy of Needs. He believed that love and ...
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What Does Awe Look Like in the Brain?
When was the last time you were in awe of something? Was it when you looked up at the starry night sky? When you heard a beautiful song that gave you chills? Or maybe when you took the scenic rout...
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How Music Affects the Brain
Sometimes, music just strikes the right note in us. We get chills, begin to tap our feet, bob our heads, and sing along. The truth is, we, as humans, are totally compelled by music. It motivates u...
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Your Gut-Brain Connection Explained
Did you know that your gut is extremely powerful over your brain? The gut-brain connection (also known as the gut-brain axis) affects your health much more than you know. Scientists are still rese...
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‘Tis The Season of Giving
There is so much more to the holidays than getting gifts, attending parties, and spending time with loved ones. The holidays are also a season of giving back. And when you give, you’re doing so mu...
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Laughter is the Best Medicine
It’s no joke, laughter does wonders for your health! Not only does laughing bring us together and burn calories, it also reduces our risk of various health concerns including cardiovascular diseas...
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Healthy Eating for Your Brain
Your brain is the most integral part of you. It’s the control center of all of the functions of your body. Your brain is responsible for receiving information and carrying that information out thr...
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The Science Behind Your Thoughts
We’ve all heard about how powerful our thoughts can be on our overall wellness. But...have you ever stopped to analyze your thoughts throughout the day to see how they were affecting your mood? St...