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How to Slow Time and Make Life Feel Richer

By Dr David R Hamilton | August 27, 2025

Because the brain encodes new experiences in rich detail and routines as faint traces, we get the sense of time skipping by in-between our key moments and experiences.

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Cartoon image of 2 males and two females having fun holding up a large yellow smiley face, as if it was a giant balloon. The background is a blue sky. The men are wearing dark blue trousers and light blue tops, one woman is wearing a light blue skirt and white blouse, while the other is wearing a dark blue skirt, white blouse and light blue open jacket.

The Pain-Relief Technique You Can Do With Your Eyes Closed

By Dr David R Hamilton | August 13, 2025

The Pain-Relief Technique You Can Do With Your Eyes Closed This week’s Better You, Backed by…

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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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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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