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  • Gratitude: A Path to a Longer, Happier Life

    Gratitude: A Path to a Longer, Happier Life

    Gratitude significantly enhances well-being, reducing stress and improving mental health. Studies show it correlates with longevity, with individuals expressing gratitude having a 9% lower mortality risk. Practices like gratitude journaling, mindful meditation, and expressing thanks can cultivate this emotion, leading to increased happiness and healthier relationships in daily life. Read more

  • Meditation can be harmful – and can even make mental health problems worse

    Meditation can be harmful – and can even make mental health problems worse

    Miguel Farias, Coventry University Since mindfulness it’s something you can practice at home for free, it often sounds like the perfect tonic for stress and mental health issues. Mindfulness is a type of Buddhist-based meditation in which you focus on being aware of what you’re sensing, thinking and feeling in the present moment. The first Read more

  • A Fiber-Powered Weight Loss Secret?

    A Fiber-Powered Weight Loss Secret?

    A recent study highlights beta-glucan, a soluble fiber from oats and barley, as a potential ally in weight loss and blood sugar regulation. It promotes gut health by feeding beneficial bacteria, leading to various health benefits. Incorporating more fiber-rich foods is recommended for overall wellness, alongside a balanced lifestyle. Read more

  • Your Daily Horoscope: Balancing Practicality and Vision

    Your Daily Horoscope: Balancing Practicality and Vision

    The current cosmic energy, influenced by Mercury in Virgo squaring Jupiter in Gemini, creates a tension between attention to details and broad perspectives. Each zodiac sign is impacted uniquely, navigating challenges in communication, finances, and personal desires, while also providing opportunities for clarity and growth through introspection and practical insights. Read more

  • Final Return of Pluto to Capricorn: Lessons of Radical Change and Rebirth

    Final Return of Pluto to Capricorn: Lessons of Radical Change and Rebirth

    Pluto, the god of the underworld, returns to Capricorn from September 1st to November 19th, 2024. This marks the last chance for current generations to experience Pluto in Capricorn, a sign associated with ambition and material accumulation. This transit forces reflection on the challenging lessons and transformations brought about during Pluto’s time in Capricorn. Read more

  • The Mars-Uranus Conjunction: A Clash of Titans

    The Mars-Uranus Conjunction: A Clash of Titans

    The Mars-Uranus conjunction, a powerful astrological event, brings energy, innovation, and potential disruption. The recent July 15th, 2024 conjunction sparked discussions among astrologers regarding its correlation to events such as the survival of Trump. This alignement fuels individuality, energy surge, and disruption. Astrology, rooted in observation and correlation, has both scientific and mystical elements. Read more