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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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A man and woman in a well lit room, by the window, shaking hands as if meeting for the first time. The picture shows others meeting in the background so may be a meet-and-greet event or something similar. The woman is black and is wearing a grey-blue open jacket with white blouse. She is smiling. The man is wearing a cream jumper with white shirt collar showing, and is looking towards the woman.

Connection in Micro-Moments: How tiny interactions quietly upgrade your nervous system

Science now shows that even tiny moments of connection (human and / or animal) can measurably impact your nervous system, your chemistry, and your sense of wellbeing.

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