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Breathwork Techniques to Instantly Reduce Stress
From “breathwork recipes” to breathing techniques, many social media and health websites are recommending breathwork to reduce stress.
Lung Health Risks: Beyond Smoke and Dust
Birds, barley, cheese and wine – it’s not just smoke and dust that can cause lung disease
Economic Struggles Leave Pets in Desperation
When people are under economic stress, their pets suffer too – we found parts of Detroit that are animal welfare deserts
Do Hormonal Contraceptives Raise Depression Risk? A Neuroscientist Explains
Do hormonal contraceptives increase depression risk? A neuroscientist explains how they affect your mood, for better or worse
Rewire vs. Retire: Navigating Life's Next Upgrade
In the golden hues of retirement lies an unexplored frontier not of cessation, but of rebirth and innovation. The narrative of retirement as the final curtain call is as outdated as an operating...
Understanding Heat Index: How It Can Save Your Life
Heat index warnings can save lives on dangerously hot days − if people understand what they mean
Why Making Art Boosts Your Brain and Health
Making art is a uniquely human act, and one that provides a wellspring of health benefits
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How Do You Pack for One Year on the Road (with Kids)?
How do you pack for a year away?” Our approach was to bring as little as possible. A trip around the world seemed hard enough. Why add the…
Why Making Art Boosts Your Brain and Health
Making art is a uniquely human act, and one that provides a wellspring of health benefits
The Science Behind the Summer Solstice
The summer solstice marks the official start of summer. It brings the longest day and shortest night of the year for the 88% of Earth’s…
How the US Manipulates Global Trade for Supremacy
The free trade myth: how the US manipulates global markets for economic supremacy
New EPA Lead Guidelines in Soil: Impact on U.S. Households
EPA has lowered the screening level for lead in soil – here’s what that could mean for households across the US
Rising Inequality: The Growing Sense of Powerlessness in Canada
Canadians are feeling increasingly powerless amid economic struggles and rising inequality
Understanding Heat Index: How It Can Save Your Life
Heat index warnings can save lives on dangerously hot days − if people understand what they mean
Dopamine: Key to Better Social Interactions?
Dopamine: brain chemical helps us understand other people – raising hopes for new treatments
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Astrological Overview and Horoscope: June 24-30, 2024
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best…
The Hidden Danger: Aging Dams and Climate Change
Climate change is increasing stress on thousands of aging dams across the US.
Astrological Overview and Horoscope: July 1-7, 2024
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best…
Trump and Biden Debate: What Really Happened and Why It Matters
The Biden-Trump debate was a chaotic exchange highlighting the challenges of engaging with a rule-breaking opponent. Despite his rapid…
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Kevin Costner's Horizon Review: A Modern Western Epic
In this review of Kevin Costner's Western Horizon, discover how the film combines old-fashioned Western elements with contemporary…
The Loneliness Myth: Understanding Why Loneliness Is Unavoidable
The loneliness myth: what our shared stories of feeling alone reveal about why you can’t ‘fix’ this very human experience
InnerSelf's Daily Inspiration: July 2, 2024
The Daily Inspiration is a short message to help set the tone for the day. It is linked to a longer article for additional insights and…
Love Wins: A Blue Ribbon for Love
As part of our hobby of raising Golden Retrievers, we used to march in our town's parade (Aptos, CA) each July 4. When we passed the…
Trump and Biden Debate: What Really Happened and Why It Matters
The Biden-Trump debate was a chaotic exchange highlighting the challenges of engaging with a rule-breaking opponent. Despite his rapid…