How Our Bodies React to Seeing Goodness
The Challenge: We sometimes need motivation to be more kind and compassionate. The Science: Researchers have a name for the high we get from witnessing…
The Ultimate Solution to Creating Lasting Change
The Challenge: Mindfulness has rapidly risen in popularity, which begs the question: is it just hype? The Science: New research shows that mindfulness practice can lead…
The One Key to Using Laughter to Strengthen Your Relationships
The Challenge: While laughter is fun, it doesn’t always strengthen our connection with others The Science: Shared laughter is shown to increase the closeness and quality…
How Nature Can Make You Kinder, Happier, and More Creative
We are spending more time indoors and online. But recent studies suggest that nature can help our brains and bodies to stay healthy.
Four Reasons Why Caroling Strengthens Your Relationships
With the stress of the holidays, it’s easy to let relationships fall to the wayside. But research on the power of music suggests that going caroling this holiday season can help you keep those relationships strong.
How to Eat Mindfully This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time to feast and be merry–but this can lead to overeating. Research suggests that mindfulness can help you eat with peace of mind at the dinner table this holiday season.