Posts Tagged ‘#BrainScience’
2020: Storytelling, Conga Drums, and Emotional Wellness
I didn’t set out to become an author. When I first began writing about my identity, I wanted a deeper understanding of where I was from, who I was then, and who I am now. I did not know it at the time, but writing memoir is a form of therapy, a way to put…
Read MoreYou Are Your Network: Neuroscience and the Need to Belong
Did you know that our social lives define our sense of self? In other words, when we think about who we are, we tend to think in terms of our membership in a group. Does this sound counterintuitive? After all, we know humans are social beings. We know we gain physical and emotional benefits from…
Read MoreNo, Self-Love Won’t Make You a Narcissist
Show yourself some compassion. Show yourself some love. Every day we are encouraged to love ourselves and give ourselves grace, to make the practice of self-compassion part of our daily routine. But doesn’t all this talk of self-compassion and self-love place too much emphasis on the self—steering us away from developing compassion and empathy for…
Read MoreTime for Self-Care? Don’t Forget Self-Compassion!
It is true that we live in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment. It is true that we are busier, more stressed, and less connected than before. The good news is that we’re aware of it—and we’re taking steps to improve our brain health through practicing self-care. A massage. A scented bath. A hike out in…
Read MoreTaking Charge of Conflict: 4 Ways to Start from Within
Do you feel society is becoming more divisive than ever? Are you tired of conflict souring the mood at home or in the workplace? Neuroscience sheds light on why conflict goes hand in hand with the human experience—and what we can do about it. Because human beings have emotions, we act and react in ways…
Read MoreIs Loneliness Making You Sick? 5 Easy Ways to Improve Social Connections for a Longer and Happier Life
Did you know that loneliness is now considered a chronic illness? Because we are naturally social beings, we need others to share in our joys, accomplishments, and particularly our crises. It is well documented that isolation and lack of social interaction, which lead to anxiety and chronic stress, have been associated with higher risks for…
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