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Illustration of a young woman looking out through a giant keyhole, which is as big as a giant door. Outside - through the keyhole - the sun is shining and we see a giant colourful flower. The image around the outside of the keyhole depicts nighttime.

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.

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Woman on a therapy bed receiving reiki. A female practitioner stands with her hands over the chest area of the client. The rom is well lit with a large window in the background. The practitioner is wearing a white uniform with short sleeves. The client has a great top and has short dark hair.

Reiki vs Placebo Reiki: How Reiki Can Reduce Pain

As a scientist, it might surprise you to learn that I trained in Reiki more…

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Closeup shot of two people holding hands in comfort. One is comforting the other. The hands are on the lap of the person being comforted and, from the angle, it appears that the comforter is on their knees.

The 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.

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Young woman practicing breathing. She is sitting in a meditation position and has one hand on her heart and the other just in front of her tummy, with the palm up. She has dark shoulder length hair and is wearing a cream hooded top and blue jeans. She is on a white sofa with a white well behind her. The room is brightly lit.

The 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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