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Morning Poo: The Surprising Science Behind It
No, you’re not imagining it. People really are more likely to poo in the morning, shortly after breakfast. Researchers have actually studied this.
Dying to Live: Is Now A Good Day to Die?
The Lakota Sioux leader Crazy Horse supposedly uttered the phrase: “It’s a good day to die” as he headed into battle. But that sentiment has been expanded to describe readiness, living without...
Letter to my Sons: Choices, Children, and Life
I don’t believe I have regrets. But don’t we all regret something? At least one thing? Sure, there is that artistic life I missed, the dangerous and the reclusive. But what if I had embraced that...
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 people who live in the Northern Hemisphere.
How Abortion Bans Are Reshaping Youth Identity in America
Abortion bans are changing what it means to be young in America
Astrological Overview and Horoscope: June 17-23, 2024
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies. This column is not intended as...
Horoscope Previous Week: June 17-23, 2024
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies. This column is not intended as...
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How COVID-19 Affects Your Brain: Alarming New Findings
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Why Making Art Boosts Your Brain and Health
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How to See Signs, Interpret Them, and Take Action
Throughout my life, I've developed several helpful ways to enhance my ability to see Signs, interpret them, and take action. I've found…
Why Tragedies No Longer Unite Americans
Tragedy seldom unifies Americans today. Americans used to unite over tragic events − and now are divided by them
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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…
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies. This column is not intended as prediction. Your own experience will be more specifically defined by transits to your personal chart.
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InnerSelf's Daily Inspiration: June 26, 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…
How to Prepare for Any Stressful Event
When we need to perform a new task, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially when it involves other people. The stress induced by the…
Breathwork Techniques to Instantly Reduce Stress
From “breathwork recipes” to breathing techniques, many social media and health websites are recommending breathwork to reduce stress.
The Surprising Truth About Social Media and Your Wellbeing
Is social media making you unhappy? The answer is not so simple
Lung Health Risks: Beyond Smoke and Dust
Birds, barley, cheese and wine – it’s not just smoke and dust that can cause lung disease