Archive for December 2025
The Science of Self-Affirmations (And Why They Actually Work)
The key difference with self-affirmations is that we focus on something we believe to be positive already about ourselves. The focus on it causes it to expand, and with it our sense of self expands too.
Read MoreReiki vs Placebo Reiki: How Reiki Can Reduce Pain
As a scientist, it might surprise you to learn that I trained in Reiki more than 25 years ago. It wasn’t nearly as popular then as it is now. I can recall the Reiki master who led my training telling me that there were just 8 Reiki masters in Glasgow at the time. That’s where…
Read MoreThe Helper’s High: How Helping Others Heals Your Heart and Immune System
We’re genetically wired to care. When we show kindness or compassion, the body doesn’t stay neutral. We receive a genuine biological boost — mentally and physically.
Read MoreThe Science of Breathing: How Your Breath Controls Your Nervous System
We all breathe, but what matters is HOW you breathe. These techniques can tone the vagus nerve and even increase oxygen in the brain.
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