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Wellness
fromEntrepreneur
18 hours ago

3 Biohacks High-Performing Entrepreneurs Are Using to Outlast Burnout

Founder performance relies on engineered energy rather than just personality or ambition.
Running
fromPsychology Today
9 hours ago

The Psychological Side of Sports Injury Recovery

Sports injuries significantly impact mental health, requiring attention to emotional recovery alongside physical healing.
Health
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

4 healthy aging habits that a longevity doctor follows most days, including strength training

Preventive habits, especially prioritizing sleep, are crucial for optimizing health and longevity.
Retirement
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 hours ago

He burned out, moved to Thailand with his family, and found early retirement didn't suit him

Jona Dunning transitioned from a demanding finance career in Seattle to living abroad in Chiang Mai for a better family lifestyle.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
17 hours ago

Meta CTO says he feels stressed out 4-5 times a year and he knows the 'trigger'

Andrew Bosworth manages work stress through prioritization, deep breathing, exercise, and family time, feeling stressed only a few times a year.
Mindfulness
fromInsideHook
1 day ago

Why You're Sharp One Day and Foggy the Next

Maintaining a slight alcohol level can enhance confidence, but the film suggests that constant happiness isn't necessary for a fulfilling life.
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Got wearable data? Your doctor can help you connect the dots

"I felt like there were these patterns that were really related to my symptoms, but I didn't know how to connect them."
US news
Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
15 hours ago

Why Always Being Available Is Holding Your Business Back

Constant availability hinders leadership and business growth by preventing teams from developing their own judgment.
Women in technology
fromIndependent
1 day ago

The dangers of extreme exercise: 'Bodybuilding took over my life - but I still kept telling myself I looked fat'

Aly Dowling overcame body image struggles to embrace exercise for its own sake in the competitive bodybuilding world.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
12 hours ago

A Slight Reduction in Phone Use Can Have Surprising Effects

Constant smartphone use negatively impacts attention and mental health, but short breaks can lead to significant improvements in just two weeks.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
18 hours ago

Behavioral scientists have found that how old you feel inside predicts cognitive health in later life - independent of your actual age - Silicon Canals

Subjective age significantly influences brain health, with younger feelings correlating to healthier brain structures.
fromYoga Journal
17 hours ago

Struggling With Tight Shoulders? Here's the Stretching and Strengthening You Need.

Tight or weak shoulders affect not only our functioning in daily life, but our yoga practice. Poor posture and tight shoulders limit our muscles' freedom of movement.
Yoga
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
15 hours ago

Education to Improve the Planet's Health, and Our Own

Nature enhances human health, but environmental degradation now negatively impacts well-being, necessitating education reform for Planetary Health.
Silicon Valley food
fromQueerty
16 hours ago

This unexpected fruit is a game-changer for bottoms - Queerty

Kiwi fruit provides valuable fiber, aiding gut health and bowel regularity, making it beneficial for digestive health.
Parenting
fromMindful
19 hours ago

Raising Happy Children In Challenging Times: Practices that Build Essential Skills For Well-Being

Happiness is attainable and essential for well-being, even amid life's challenges.
SF food
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

My family tried to eat fewer ultra-processed foods for five years. Here's what we learned

Grocery shopping has shifted towards farmers' markets, focusing on fresh foods while spending more to avoid ultra-processed foods.
Exercise
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I retired, then happily unretired. Now, at 82, I'm a pickleball coach.

Robert Warden transformed his health through swimming, diet changes, and pickleball after facing serious health issues.
#ai
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

"Magic Mushrooms" and the Treatment of Mental Illness

Psilocybin mushrooms, used for centuries by indigenous cultures, show promise in treating OCD, PTSD, and depression, with significant clinical trial results.
#aging
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago
Silicon Valley

Bryan Johnson speaks on biological age, 'healthy code,' and the importance of intimacy at BI's The Long Play event

Medicine
fromHarvard Gazette
5 days ago

How super-agers keep their brains young - Harvard Gazette

Aging is variable and malleable, with some individuals, known as super-agers, maintaining cognitive abilities comparable to those decades younger.
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago
Silicon Valley

Bryan Johnson speaks on biological age, 'healthy code,' and the importance of intimacy at BI's The Long Play event

Medicine
fromHarvard Gazette
5 days ago

How super-agers keep their brains young - Harvard Gazette

Aging is variable and malleable, with some individuals, known as super-agers, maintaining cognitive abilities comparable to those decades younger.
#body-image
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
19 hours ago

Best Way to Have a Beach Body?

Body image improvement requires changing perceptions rather than the body itself, emphasizing self-acceptance and care for one's body.
Wellness
fromScary Mommy
11 hours ago

What To Say When Someone Comments On Your Body, According To Therapists

Body comments can impact self-worth and anxiety, regardless of intention, highlighting the need for mindful communication about appearance.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
19 hours ago

Best Way to Have a Beach Body?

Body image improvement requires changing perceptions rather than the body itself, emphasizing self-acceptance and care for one's body.
Wellness
fromScary Mommy
11 hours ago

What To Say When Someone Comments On Your Body, According To Therapists

Body comments can impact self-worth and anxiety, regardless of intention, highlighting the need for mindful communication about appearance.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
22 hours ago

Psychology suggests people who follow through on small promises to themselves aren't just building habits - they're constructing the internal evidence that they can be trusted, which is the actual foundation of lasting self-discipline - Silicon Canals

Self-discipline is shaped by accumulated evidence of personal commitments rather than mere willpower.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

How to Take the Next Quantum Leap in Coaching

Recombinant coaching integrates ancient wisdom with modern sciences, enhancing personal and professional coaching practices in a billion-dollar industry.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Is it true that only overweight people are at risk of high cholesterol?

High LDL cholesterol increases heart attack and stroke risk, influenced more by genetics than diet, with obesity affecting other blood lipids significantly.
#yoga
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
2 days ago

Can't Focus? These 8 Yoga Poses Help Boost Your Mental Clarity.

Yoga can help improve focus by training the mind to stay present during practice.
fromYoga Journal
3 days ago
Yoga

Having Trouble Committing to a Home Yoga Practice? Here Are Simple Tips to Keep You on Track.

Regular yoga practice at home requires commitment, simplicity, and a structured routine to be effective and sustainable.
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
2 days ago

Can't Focus? These 8 Yoga Poses Help Boost Your Mental Clarity.

Yoga can help improve focus by training the mind to stay present during practice.
Exercise
fromNature
4 days ago

Immune cells have a surprising role in exercise endurance

B cells support muscle function during exercise, revealing a new role beyond their traditional immune system function.
Productivity
fromFast Company
4 days ago

5 ways to take breaks at work even when you're time crunched

Modern workdays are designed for productivity, leaving little room for recovery, yet short breaks can be integrated into daily routines.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The emotional security secret: how to get healthier, happier and have stronger relationships

Amir Levine's new book, Secure, offers tools to help individuals develop secure attachment styles for improved relationships and longevity.
#mindfulness
Exercise
fromBustle
4 days ago

"Pinky Time" Is The Wellness Hack You Can Do From The Couch

A viral pinky exercise on TikTok claims to promote brain health and slow cognitive decline.
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

How to Start Changing What's Not Working

Lasting change begins with honest self-awareness and self-compassion. Every habit and coping pattern has served a purpose, meeting a need at some point in time.
Productivity
Wellness
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

I visited a members-only tech hub to see the biohacking tricks Silicon Valley founders swear by. It wasn't what I expected.

Biohack Miami's wellness event in San Francisco showcased practical biohacking tips focused on immediate well-being rather than solely on longevity.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

How to train your brain to see possibility instead of doom

Humility and the ability to tolerate uncertainty are essential cognitive skills in a world filled with unpredictability.
Exercise
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Don't feel like exercising? Maybe it's the wrong time of day for you

Exercising in sync with one's natural body clock enhances health benefits, particularly for those at risk of heart disease.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Overcoming Problems of the Emotional System

Emotional rigidity leads to self-limiting behavior and misinterpretation of feelings, hindering personal growth and development.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Coping With Physical Anxiety Symptoms

Experiencing strong physical sensations is common in anxiety, leading to a feeling of loss of control over one's body and capabilities.
Wellness
fromBustle
3 days ago

In A World Of "Maxxing," Free Yourself From "All Or Nothing" Mentality

The pressure to optimize every aspect of life can be overwhelming and counterproductive.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says the reason so many people crash emotionally in their early 60s isn't retirement or aging - it's the first time in decades they've had enough silence to hear their own thoughts and they don't recognize the person thinking them - Silicon Canals

Highly functional individuals often face delayed emotional collapse in their sixties due to decades of avoidance and relentless life pressures.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
4 days ago

How Online Fitness Coaching Saves You Time and Money

Online fitness coaching saves time by eliminating the need to commute to a gym. Workouts are accessible anytime and anywhere, allowing exercise to fit into your schedule.
Alternative medicine
Health
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

A metabolism researcher shared 2 simple things he does to reduce his cancer risk

NAD is crucial for energy transformation and DNA repair, and lifestyle choices significantly impact its levels and disease risk.
Exercise
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Why Every Fitness-Related Business Needs a Fitness App

The fitness industry must adopt mobile solutions to remain competitive and meet the growing demand for personalized digital fitness experiences.
Mindfulness
fromInsideHook
4 days ago

The Case for "Strategic Laziness"

Downtime is essential for both physical and mental progress, countering the societal obsession with constant achievement.
Mental health
fromFast Company
3 days ago

'Bouncing back' is a myth. Here's what real resilience looks like

Resilience is not about toughness or bouncing back, but about moving forward after loss and trauma.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

People who accomplished remarkable things by 60 share one pattern - they changed their minds more often and their identity less often - Silicon Canals

Identity transformation can lead to personal fulfillment, while rigid opinions may hinder growth and authenticity.
Mindfulness
fromYoga Journal
4 days ago

6 Yoga Retreats That Center Wildlife and Conservation

Nature-based yoga retreats enhance mindfulness and presence through ethical wildlife experiences, fostering awe and connection in stunning ecosystems.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Love or hate the wellness craze? Here's why.

Wellness culture influences behavior changes but can also provoke defensiveness and resistance due to perceived inadequacies.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

The Role of Food in Mental Health and Mental Illness

Research increasingly demonstrates that healthy nutrition improves mental health, and an entirely new subspecialty has formed to support this. Nutritional psychiatry is expanding rapidly, with research growing 15-fold from 2000 to 2024, reflecting the increasing acceptance of diet's role in mental health.
Alternative medicine
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

"My Racing Mind Keeps Me Up at Night; It'll Be the Death of Me"

Distressing thoughts about sleep can be managed through acceptance and commitment therapy, improving the relationship with anxiety and sleep.
Exercise
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

I'm 66 and I've started over so many times - new diet, new gym, new morning routine - that I finally had to sit with the uncomfortable question of whether starting over was the habit I was actually protecting - Silicon Canals

Starting over can become an addiction, allowing avoidance of the real work needed for lasting change.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Are you breathing properly? How I found out I wasn't

Dysfunctional breathing affects many healthy adults, causing breathlessness and difficulty without any underlying disease.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

The underrated value of rest - Silicon Canals

Prioritizing rest can significantly enhance creativity, patience, and overall well-being, challenging the misconception that rest is for the lazy.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Why is Health Good for You?

The value of health is often assumed but requires deeper philosophical examination to understand its true significance.
Mindfulness
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

Stop Managing Stress - Start Resolving It. Here's How.

Bilateral stimulation helps manage stress by activating the brain's left and right hemispheres in an alternating rhythm, effectively processing emotional overload.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Where the Resistance Lives

Internal resistance to emotions can block creativity and flow, but confronting difficult thoughts can restore movement and reduce tension.
Medicine
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

Is Health the Ultimate Status Symbol? Inside the Rise of Full Health MOTs

Comprehensive full-body MOT health checks enable early detection of subtle dysfunctions, allowing personalized preventative plans to reduce long-term disease risk and optimize longevity.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Want to live longer? The tiniest of lifestyle changes could add a year to your life

Want to live longer but don't want to change what you're already doing to try and live a healthy life? We have good news. You likely don't need to spend an extra three hours in the gym every week. You also probably don't need to get eight hours of sleep every night. And you likely don't have to revamp your diet, either.
Health
#diet-culture
Wellness
fromBustle
1 month ago

Are We Thinking About Metabolism All Wrong?

Social media influencers promote metabolism-boosting products and supplements as urgent solutions, but metabolism optimization has been a recurring diet culture trend since the 19th century.
Wellness
fromBustle
1 month ago

Are We Thinking About Metabolism All Wrong?

Social media influencers promote metabolism-boosting products and supplements as urgent solutions, but metabolism optimization has been a recurring diet culture trend since the 19th century.
#wellness
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
2 months ago

The Personalized Vitamin Routine That Fits Her Life

vyv (pronounced v-eye-v), a new personalized vitamin and supplement brand designed for women ages 20 to 30 who want wellness to feel intuitive, flexible, and easy to keep up with. Think less pressure, fewer bottles, and way more "this actually works for my life." vyv is the younger sister brand to Persona™ Nutrition, designed with a fresh lens for Gen Z/Millennial females juggling packed schedules, shifting hormones, and big goals-without asking them to become supplement experts along the way.
Alternative medicine
Wellness
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

How to Biohack Your Home for Supercharged Health

Engineering the home as a curated ecosystem—adjusting light, air, materials, scent, and smart tech—can measurably support physical, emotional, and cognitive wellbeing.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Unexpected Fringe Benefit of Exercise

I hate to admit it, but Steve was right. Years ago, I directed a hospital-based weight-loss program. In addition to the nutritional advice from the hospital dietitian and the psychology groups and individual counseling sessions I provided, the program included a beginning aerobic class for the participants. Steve, a personal trainer at the hospital-owned gym, was tasked with leading the twice-weekly "aerobics for beginners" class.
Mental health
Alternative medicine
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Help yourself to stronger immunity

The immune system can be enhanced through science-backed interventions including specific supplements, vaccines, and exercise, with omega-3 fatty acids and curcumin showing evidence of effectiveness while vitamin D proves less beneficial than previously claimed.
Wellness
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

If you adopt these 8 habits before you turn 60, you'll maintain your youthful energy for decades - Silicon Canals

Consistent daily movement and deliberate stress recovery preserve mobility, energy, and resilience, enabling healthier aging through small, sustainable habits.
Wellness
fromMail Online
2 months ago

A nutritionist reveals the wellness trends she would always be wary of

Expensive wellness products often make grand claims without strong scientific evidence and are unnecessary compared with basic diet, hydration, and lifestyle habits.
Wellness
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A weight loss doctor, who specializes in helping high performers, shares her favorite hack to eat healthy without tracking every bite

Fill half the plate with fruits and non-starchy vegetables to simplify healthy eating, increase produce intake, and reduce obsessive calorie or macronutrient tracking.
Wellness
fromNature
2 months ago

The surprisingly big health benefits of just a little exercise

Meaningful health benefits arise from much less exercise than current guidelines, with even low levels of physical activity providing measurable gains.
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