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04/03/2018
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By David Williams
How to fight back against the algorithmic nature of the internet and maintain control of your own thinking
It’s not safe to use the internet anymore. While there have always been issues with unscrupulous individuals on the Web and how they could go after you or your private data online, the risks to the average internet user are far bigger now than they have ever been before. If in the past, the internet […]
01/22/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Can mindfulness save the world? Here’s an example of how it cultivates insight
At mindfulness retreats, participants often have the chance to ask their meditation teachers questions. The questions often involve anger management, discussing politics with family and friends, or simply “using mindfulness to not take that extra cookie.” However, someone will occasionally ask a challenging or provocative question. For example, during a particular retreat, a participant asked Thich […]
12/14/2017
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By Rita Winters
It’s all in the perception: Chores such as washing dishes can cause or relieve stress, depending on attitude, according to recent study
City life causes so much physical, emotional, and psychological stress on people. Stress relief and mental peace are the most common reasons for city dwellers to take a vacation. But relief, apparently, can be found in the comfort of your own home. Doing household chores can reduce stress and offer peace of mind. A study from […]
11/29/2017
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By Isabelle Z.
Meditation can reduce stress, but only if you really want it to: The first step in reducing cortisol is acceptance, new study finds
Mindfulness has been getting a lot of buzz as a way to combat stress recently, and this is one trend that has some solid backing behind it. This approach sees people focusing their mind fully on what is happening around them, what they’re doing, and the space in which they are moving. It entails being […]
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