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The Gratitude Trick that Boosts Mood and Sleep

By Dr David R Hamilton | August 6, 2025

The Gratitude Trick that Boosts Mood and Sleep This week’s Better You, Backed by Science email is…

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Feel Better in Minutes (Without Thinking Positive Thoughts)

By Dr David R Hamilton | July 30, 2025

The focus of this week’s Better You, Backed by Science is a science-backed way to boost your…

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18 Reasons Why Kindness Is Pure Magic (and Backed by Science)

By Dr David R Hamilton | July 24, 2025

1. Kindness counteracts stress
Physiologically, kindness is the opposite of stress. It soothes stress-related regions of the brain and brings calming effects throughout the body.

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Why “toning” your vagus nerve can boost your health

By Dr David R Hamilton | July 23, 2025

A daily practice to support your heart, brain, and immune system There’s a lot of…

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