For many people, summer is synonymous with vacations. Getting some rest and recharging is essential for physical and psychological health. Stopping and relaxing is not only good for reducing stress and improving sleep quality, but it also helps reduce the risk of having a heart attack and increases performance when returning to work. Why is …
The Joyful Mystery of Animal Play: What It Reveals About Evolution and Intelligence
Play is one of the most delightful yet puzzling phenomena in the animal kingdom. From foxes leaping through meadows to dolphins creating underwater spectacles, animals of all kinds seem to engage in activities that serve no obvious purpose. These scenes often amuse and warm human hearts, but beneath the surface lies a deeper mystery. Why …
What Science Says About Trendy Pre-Workout Ingredients
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Branched-chain_amino_acid Pre-workout supplements are designed to boost energy, enhance endurance, and improve overall athletic performance. These supplements typically contain a blend of ingredients, each purporting to offer specific benefits. In this article, we’ll delve into the scientific evidence surrounding some of the most common pre-workout ingredients, dissecting how they work and their effectiveness. Introduction to …
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The Power of Zero: How Nothing Shapes the Mind
Imagine staring into the treetops, binoculars raised, expecting to see a bird, but you see nothing. It’s not a vague feeling of absence, but a specific, conscious recognition that something should be there and isn’t. This oddly powerful moment, when your brain registers the absence of something, g—is more than just disappointment. It is a …
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Sensual mindfulness and your brain
We know that there is some complex chemistry in our brain and we are not entirely in control of it. Typically we do not even care to think about it: too many factors involved. Today I want to make an exception. Also, check out here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here. Brain blood barrier …
Why Pointless Meetings Are Bad For Business
In the modern corporate world, meetings have become a ubiquitous part of the workday. Whether it’s a quick check-in, a brainstorming session, or a quarterly review, meetings are seen as a necessary element of productivity and communication. However, not all meetings are created equal, and the prevalence of pointless meetings can have a detrimental impact …
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The birth and the death of the great cities
We live in one of the ages of great cities, and yet for me, it feels like this particular age is nearing a conclusion. If I am correct in my assessment, this means a lot of questions, opportunities, and possible threats. If I am wrong, this is still an interesting questions to discuss. Why does …
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Does Society Hate Creative People? Challenges for Creative People
One of the most impactful forces behind innovation, culture, and change is creativity. From jaw-dropping art and soul-stirring music to earth-shattering scientific breakthroughs and architectural wonders, creativity is the lifeblood of everything we do. However, despite its vital importance, creative people have a hard time with recognition, validation, and acceptance from society. There have been questions such as, “Does …
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The mechanics of mindfulness
How does mindfulness work? Do we even understand it? Are we using something we cannot actually formulate or test? Is there any science behind it? Do we know that mindfulness helps? More reading here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here. New age placebo Many of our new-age buzzwords are placebos. Superfoods are approximately …
Happy marriage and Socrates
“By all means, marry. If you get a good wife, you’ll become happy; if you get a bad one, you’ll become a philosopher.” Socrates From time to time I stop to write about my family and my personal life. There are several reasons for this. I was not married to Anna, nothing of what you …
