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Kettlebell provides a fun and great addition to your workout routine. They are remarkable for building muscle mass, conditioning and improving your explosive movements. Specific exercises outlined here will force you to use your core muscle...
Oct 26, 2016 Read More
Gymnastic exercises incorporate the usage of your body weight with highly difficult movements that requires tremendous upper body and core strength. Successful implementation of the following workouts will greatly improve your overall stre...
Sep 22, 2016 Read More
I'm a big fan of tiny homes and (shipping) container homes. Not only are they cheaper than conventional housing, they are also creative, sustainable, and (at times) minimalist. Here are 20 awesome-looking container home designs. Granted, so...
Apr 11, 2016 Read More
Struggling to focus while working on your freelance assignment? Maybe you feel restless. Sounds like you're struggling with a disorganized workspace. You probably think you just don't have enough time to organize. However, you find yourself...
Aug 08, 2017 Read More
The brain acts a lot like muscles in the body. And just like muscles, it needs its exercise. The more you work out your brain, the better it functions. So what can you do to work out your brain? Here are 21 things you can do today to work o...
Feb 15, 2013 Read More
Look, I don't know how else to say this...Your family is in danger.Okay okay. I know. That opening wasn't fair.You probably started panicking when I told you that, right?I don't blame you. But, let me share a little statistic with you:One i...
Jun 09, 2017 Read More
It can be difficult understanding the difference between any supplement and how each one can benefit you. It can be a maze of different name brands and labels, all with statements of their benefits and advantages over the other supplements....
Sep 26, 2017 Read More
Dan Ariely is a Duke Professor of Behavioral Economics and is the Co-Founder and Chief Behavioral Officer at Timeful, a time management startup acquired by Google.ÃÂÃÂ He did a Reddit AMA (Ask Me Anything) a little more than a yea...
Apr 12, 2016 Read More
There are a number of studies that have been conducted to justify the efficacy of listening to Mozart's music in enhancing our essential brain functions, specifically thought and learning. But Glenn Schellenberg, a psychology professor at t...
Mar 20, 2013 Read More
Ask anyone that has ever done anything worth mentioning and they will tell you that failure is temporary and an important step in success. Very rarely do people succeed on their first attempt. Instead, failure is nature's way of weeding out...
Sep 30, 2016 Read More
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Aug 18, 2017 Read More
Life is a messy thing, isn't it? We have good days and bad days. During some of the good days, we work a lot, we deal with many hardships, and we succeed in every task at hand. Yet, there are also bad days when we do everything in order and...
Feb 04, 2022 Read More
Recent research suggests that even small variances in temperature impair our cognitive abilities, mainly our ability to make good decisions. Specifically, studies suggest that hot climates impair our ability to make complex decisions while...
Dec 24, 2013 Read More
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Aug 30, 2017 Read More
We don't always work hard because motivation can be low sometimes. Hopefully, this is a fix for that. The following are 40 awesome picture quotes to get you motivated to work hard. Come back daily if you need the daily motivation to work ha...
May 09, 2016 Read More
Some people think that naps are just a waste of time and a good night's sleep is all you need to get through the day. However, science has recently challenged that perception. Mounting evidence suggests that naps are not only nice to have,...
Oct 04, 2014 Read More
Anxiety and depression are not fun, and they can be downright debilitating. Approximately 15 million Americans over the age of 18 suffer from depression.Antidepressants are now the first go-to for many doctors and therapists, but there is a...
Nov 20, 2017 Read More
The brain is the seat of all vital functions in the human body. How well you nourish it will determine how well you will function in your life. Although the composition and capacity of the human brain are far beyond complex, taking care of...
Jul 22, 2013 Read More
à Everyone hates organizing and cleaning up the whole house. But you can save tons of time by systematizing the way you clean. I saw this method in the LifeProHacks subreddit and it really is an extremely efficient way to organize a...
Jan 30, 2015 Read More
Whether or not we want to admit it, there is a direct correlation between money and happiness. When we are financially secure and find the wiggle room to invest in enjoyment, we create lightness in our hearts. Of course, there are people wh...
Jul 18, 2013 Read More
Last year, over 70% of Americans surveyed made resolutions to weigh less or get healthier. Unfortunately, a whopping 8% of those people failed to reach their goals. Is lack of gym motivation the culprit? We say it is, but we also say it doe...
Dec 28, 2017 Read More
Mixed Martial Arts is a merger of multiple styles and forms, allowing participants to utilize a wide range of techniques in competing with an opponent. It combines striking arts such as karate, kickboxing, muay thai, and boxing with grappli...
Mar 06, 2016 Read More
Scientists say the average person's attention span is only eight seconds. Seems like a long time, right? Well, if those researchers are correct, then we've lost four seconds from our attention spans in less than two decades: it wa...
Jan 02, 2019 Read More
Although sit-stand desks (or standing desks) have recently become somewhat chic (especially in the tech scene), the benefits of standing while working has long been advocated. Ernest Hemingway and Thomas Jefferson both believed in the benef...
May 07, 2014 Read More
According to the US National Institutes of Health, there are approximately 5 million Americans who are suffering from Alzheimer's disease. This astonishingly high number is expected to continue rising unless a definitive cure can be found....
Feb 21, 2013 Read More
In the classroom and at work, doodling is frowned upon. The underlying assumption when doodle is that they are not paying attention. But studies as of late have come to the support of doodlers and provides proof that doodling is much more t...
Sep 16, 2014 Read More
As a human being, you are constantly talking to yourself, having an inner monologue with yourself. It's called self-talk. Self-talk is an internal dialogue that can affect your confidence and self-esteem. One kind of this is positive self-t...
Nov 21, 2013 Read More
I think a lot of people are having trouble differentiating between a Major Depressive Episode and Major Depressive Disorder. In this article, I will try to clearly explain the difference between the two.Both Major Depressive Episode (MDE) a...
Feb 21, 2013 Read More
In a world of ever-increasing tech gadgets and digital socialization, it is easy to forget the simple pleasures in life, like reading a good fiction novel. In fact, in a recent poll conducted by Huffington Post found that 28 percent of...
Nov 12, 2013 Read More
Hitting rock bottom is the nadir of our lives-the point at which nothing can get any worse. Acknowledging that point is the first step towards building a brighter future for yourself. Here's what to do when you've hit rock bottom.Everyone h...
May 10, 2018 Read More
Stress. Emotion. Trauma. What we know about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD is that it is a series of symptoms born from a traumatic incident outside normal experiences, such as assault, combat, or disaster. Often, PTSD is a delayed...
Jun 01, 2013 Read More
Yoga has a reputation for being a gentle form of exercise, but the truth is, many styles of yoga are quite rigorous and difficult. So, don't assume that when you walk into a yoga class it will be slow!Yoga has a reputation for being slow an...
Nov 20, 2017 Read More
Trust takes years to build, but seconds to destroy. Unless you've spent your life wholly insulated, someone you cared about, whom you thought cared about you in return, did something that hurt you. Now you find yourself having trust issues....
May 04, 2019 Read More
Those who focus only on the negatives on life can have a profound impact on your mental health. Protecting yourself from these negative energy vampires' will help you improve your mood. And hopefully, improve theirs.Everyone knows someone w...
May 09, 2018 Read More
by Dr. Tali Shenfield, Clinical PsychologistMemory doesn't always fade away. It can persist, even to our detriment. Those afflicted by post traumatic stress disorder are often haunted by memories and images of traumatic events to a point wh...
Jun 01, 2013 Read More
I am always trying to find new ways to improve myself one way or another. One way I do that is by experimenting with nootropics, or "smart drugs." While using the term nootropic to describe Modafinil may be disagreed upon by some nootropics...
May 15, 2015 Read More
Here is an infographic that was provided by Study Medicine Europe that I really like.Ã It talks quite a bit about effective ways to study. If you scroll past the infographic, there is a pretty detailed outline they provided of the in...
Jul 16, 2016 Read More
Picture this: you are trying to add up all the costs of your shopping trip to Target, in order to figure out how much you have to pay at checkout.ÃÂ Another example of working memory at work is solving a logic puzzle in which you ha...
Dec 04, 2013 Read More
Do you know anyone who just sucks the life out of a room? Even worse, do you think you might be that person?If so, you might find it useful to learn how to get rid of negative energy.There are a lot of depressing things going on in this wor...
May 09, 2019 Read More
Since having been recognized as a global epidemic by the World Health Organization in 1997, obesity has now become a full-scale public health crisis. Its prevalence rate is wide-reaching and is no longer limited to just wealthy countries. O...
Oct 15, 2013 Read More
Much has already been said about the impact of reading on a person's intellect. One's success is significantly determined by his ability to read effectively. In fact, many of the world's most eminent intellectuals are certified bibliophiles...
Mar 15, 2013 Read More
In an age where the dollar bill rules our lives and reality shows of the rich and famous infiltrate our homes, it's no wonder that the American public has become obsessed with money. When we're introduced to the lifestyle of the super rich,...
Jul 08, 2013 Read More
Phosphatidylserine (PS) is a chemical. The body can make some of it, but the human body gets most of it from meat and fish. Phosphatidylserine is also one of the ingredients in the popular Alpha Brain nootropic blend. But you may be wonderi...
Sep 30, 2016 Read More
Coconut oil seems to be gaining in popularity recently as it's many uses and benefits of coconut oil are coming to light. From utilizing it as a moisturizer to polishing your wood furniture, this oil can be a lifesaver around the home. Not...
Aug 25, 2017 Read More
The future may seem bleak. But, things are actually looking up thanks to futuristic skyscrapers. As population levels rise, more and more cities become incredibly congested. We seem to be running out of room for growth, right? Wrong Archite...
Aug 10, 2017 Read More
Our minds work like giant computersÃÂ they process a large amount of information in microseconds. They also work like giant muscles too the more you work out, the bigger and stronger they become.But how do we work out our brains?The...
Feb 23, 2018 Read More
As people age they often find that certain areas of their body begin slow down, weaken, or lose performance ability. Knees begin to hurt, backs get sore, and our eyesight may even begin to deteriorate. Memory is no different from eyes, knee...
Apr 13, 2018 Read More
The brain is one of the hardest working, most important organs in the body. It also happens to be one of the most fascinating and confusing. All these elements combine to produce one of the deadliest, most mysterious health concerns: Alzhei...
Oct 18, 2013 Read More
The point of nootropics is to take your brain into a spot to perform at its best. Some of them have an extra benefit of eliciting feelings of euphoria. If you are looking for euphoria that is on par with taking MDMA at a rave, then this isn...
Jun 16, 2016 Read More
This post originally appeared on Zen Habits, a site owned by Leo Babauta.Everything has been figured out, except how to live. Jean-Paul SartreI'm nearly 35 years old, and I've made my share of mistakes in my life. I'm not a big believe...
Sep 17, 2014 Read More
I'm a big fan of tiny homes. They are sustainable and minimalist, both ideals I try to strive for (within reason) on a daily basis. Here is a list of 20 awesome tiny homes that I found on the internet. 20.Source: https://www.housebeautif...
Apr 10, 2016 Read More
Glucose, at its very core, is a carbohydrate. It is also the most important sugar in human metabolism, the reaction and breakdown of chemicals to maintain our living state. And within the brain itself, it is also the primary source of energ...
Dec 26, 2013 Read More
If you're like me, the first time you heard the term "behavioral health" you automatically associated it with "mental health". Heck, when I first heard the term I thought it was just a new way of saying mental health. But what is behavioral...
May 05, 2019 Read More
Kids should come with a manual, but they don't. If you just had your first child, you might be sitting there thinking, "How do I do this?"Not to worry. Parenting 101 class is now in session.Do you have your notebook and pencil?Is your baby...
Jul 02, 2019 Read More
Although using a standing desk is healthy, it can also be expensive. The price for an entry level standing desk is more than $100 and the price for a high-quality one can run over $1,000. But don't worry, if you are on a budget, you can mak...
Mar 07, 2016 Read More
We all want to be healthy, but so many of us are unwilling to make the dramatic lifestyle changes necessary to reach our fitness goals.In order to achieve Optimal Wellness, we not only have to let go of our bad habits, but we have to commit...
Sep 28, 2016 Read More
Youtube isn't just for entertainment and laughs. It's for learning too. The site is now the second biggest search engine in the world, right after Google. That means it has a wealth of resources that is freely accessible to anyone with i...
Aug 12, 2013 Read More
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Aug 14, 2017 Read More
Science has shown that when your brain initially puts information in long-term memory, you need to revisit it a few times to increase the chances you'll later be able to find it when you need it. This is the basis of the Forgetting Curve, a...
Feb 11, 2015 Read More
Self-esteem is extremely important to emotional well-being. Without esteem, one may low self-worth and unhappy with life. But there is a right amount self-esteem one should have. A problem arises when one has too much unfounded self-este...
Jul 07, 2015 Read More
Intelligence is broken down into nine different types, also called the nine domains of intelligence. This categorization of intelligence was first theorized by developmental psychologist Howard Gardner in his 1983 book, Frames of Mind: The...
Feb 19, 2013 Read More
Fitness trackers (also called activity trackers) are the latest trend in wearable technology. Fitness trackers track our daily activity, anything from how many steps we walk, our activity level, to how well we sleep. Many peop...
Dec 26, 2014 Read More
Do you feel stuck in the past? Are your memories and regrets holding you back from getting the most out of life? These eight brilliant quotes about the past can change your perspective. After all, we can use lessons learned to shape our fut...
Apr 19, 2018 Read More
Until recently, Facebook was probably one of the main destroyers of my productivity. I lost hours of daily productivity because of mindless Facebook usage. Those quick five minute scrolls through Facebook would add up to hours per day in...
Dec 17, 2014 Read More
Focused mode versus diffused mode of thinking is an important concept in Barbara Oakley's book, A Mind for Numbers.ÃÂÃÂ Dr. Oakley posited that the interplay between these two modes of thinking is one of the most important concept...
Feb 25, 2015 Read More
NO.Although you may be proud of yourself for passing a test by staying up all night and cramming right before the test; you might kick yourself knowing that you could've done much better and studied less if you spaced your study out by just...
Feb 24, 2015 Read More
If you read my last post about my experience with modafinil, you will know that I did not have a good first experience mixing modafinil and alcohol. It reduced my tolerance by a lot. But I've tried it again under different circumstances a...
May 11, 2016 Read More
It is a well-known fact that certain games and activities can help boost brain power. But did you know that there are certain foods that can improve brain power as well? Here are several delicious treats that can improve mind function and s...
Sep 14, 2013 Read More
Have you ever wondered how famous entrepreneurs, artists and other successful people managed to work their way up to where they are? Many of them have actually taken the time to tell us. We've collected 25 of the best productivity tips from...
Aug 23, 2017 Read More
Waking up early has been a defining mantra for success for thousands of years. Even the famed philosopher Aristotle was quoted as saying, It is well to be up before daybreak, for such habits contribute to health, wealth, and wisdom. Many...
Jun 13, 2013 Read More
Have you ever wondered how famous entrepreneurs, artists and other successful people managed to work their way up to where they are? Many of them have actually taken the time to tell us. We've collected 25 of the best productivity tips from...
Mar 22, 2016 Read More
76 Awesome Picture Quotes About LifeLife doesn't always go the right way and it can lead you to some dark places. In times like these, all you may need is a little motivation to lift your spirits and get you out of the funk. These inspirati...
Feb 28, 2019 Read More
So if there is one way to best learn something, what would it be? To start to answer the question, I present to you an old parable I read some time ago that goes something like this: "A pottery teacher split her class into two halves.To th...
Jan 29, 2015 Read More
This blog makes a big deal about exercise and getting fit. Not only is exercise vitally important for the body, it is also great for the brain. I think one of the best sports to do for exercise is boxing. A panel of experts ranked bo...
Oct 07, 2014 Read More
In the book The Hour Between Dog and Wolf: Risk Taking, Gut Feelings, and the Biology of Boom and Bust, author John Coates talks quite a bit about the biological function of stress and what chronic stress does to the human body.In the 1950s...
Mar 07, 2014 Read More
I often get questions about the different types of diets and exercises I do to maintain my health. But my approach to health and fitness is actually quite simple; try to move everyday, eat everything in moderation, avoid foods that co...
Feb 15, 2016 Read More
In psychology, flow is a mental state in which one is completely immersed and engaged in an activity, wherein one is fully focused, energized, and enjoy the activity in which one is immersed in. The most extreme (yet typical) example of flo...
Dec 21, 2013 Read More
Initially known as the "four stages for learning any new skill," the 4 States of competence was a learning model originally introduced by Noel Burch, an employee of Gordon Training International. First drafted in the 1970s, this "conscious...
Oct 18, 2019 Read More
Stress is usually discussed as a health risk. But not all stress is bad. In fact, there is a point in which stress can produce some of our best work. But at what point does stress turn from helping us perform into hindering our perfor...
Sep 17, 2013 Read More
For those of us living with debilitating muscle pain, daily functions can be a struggle. Or you ache all over, so you're uncomfortable doing basic things such as cooking, cleaning, and walking. The aches and pains are dull or sharp, and you...
Jun 19, 2019 Read More
Have you ever struggled with hard problem and found that no matter how much you tried to figure it out, the answer just won't come to you? This is an all-too-common problem for scientists, philosophers, mathematicians, novelists, musicians...
Feb 11, 2016 Read More
A study noted in Psychological Science reveals green space in urban areas extends beyond the bounds of pure ornamental sight. The more urban green space the better the amount of green areas is discovered to correspond to an increase in well...
Jun 02, 2013 Read More
Poker is a game that is beloved by many, but mastered by only a few. If you go to your local bookstore you will most likely find a number of books promising to tell you the secret to becoming a great poker player. What if, instead of lookin...
Dec 08, 2016 Read More
Is juicing one meal a day more effective than a full juice cleanse when it comes to weight loss? The short answer is yes.But in order to fully answer our question we have to discuss what effective weight loss is. But first let's talk...
Apr 10, 2016 Read More
Video games have long been seen as the culprit behind poor, lackadaisical performances in school. As such, many parents have forced their children to part ways with their video games, grounding them if they decide to do otherwise. Latest re...
Sep 24, 2013 Read More
It is estimated that 80 percent of the adult population has back problems at one point or another. This is largely because of office jobs that require us to sit for much of the day. But if you have a bad back, it doesn't mean it can't be he...
Sep 15, 2016 Read More
Foam roller is an essential item to loosen up tight muscles after a workout. Consistent usage of the foam roller will enhance your recovery. Since the foam roller can vary in size, material and texture, it is recommended for you to researc...
Sep 10, 2016 Read More
Simply put, MOOCs are personalized online courses that allow thousands of students to participate at any one time. And these MOOCs have been all the rage lately. You are now in the digital era, where everything you want to know can now be...
Jul 17, 2013 Read More
You know that Tylenol can take the edge off physical pain. But did you know that it may also dull your emotions? Acetaminophen is a popular painkiller, with billions of doses sold annually. In any given week, The Research Study The...
May 27, 2016 Read More
Motivation is a very fickle construct. One day you feel on top of the world and able to accomplish anything. Other dayys all you want to do is lay in your bed and cover up. Although motivation is great and absolutely necessary if you want t...
Mar 03, 2015 Read More
Why are emotions important?Our emotions are what make us human. We're elated when things are going great, worried and anxious when things aren't going our way, sad when we've been hurt and angry when we're provoked. This is all completely n...
Jan 05, 2018 Read More
Crime novelist Dame Agatha Christie once wrote, The secret of getting ahead is getting started. But for most of us, getting started is the hardest thing. It is not uncommon for some people to observe a ritual before commencing the days acti...
Apr 07, 2015 Read More
Goals are often thought of as healthy to have. But it seems like that statement needs to be qualified; a recent study released found that goals that are too general is linked to clinical depression. The study was conducted by the Universi...
Oct 30, 2013 Read More
We have been told over and over again that we need at least 8 hours of sleep a night. But is that really true? Well, if we believe the research from University of California San Diego (UCSD), it turns out that we do not need 8 hours a night...
Feb 19, 2016 Read More
Do you feel downright bad? You don't have to. We'll show you what to do when you're feeling emotionally drained.There's a feeling that exists that is both physical and psychological but also nondescript. It blurs the lines between your body...
Dec 10, 2018 Read More
It's another long day at the office. By the time you get home, your body aches all over. Maybe you're coming down with something. Or perhaps you just sat wrong on the ride home from work. Moving cases of paper closer to the copier could ha...
Mar 01, 2020 Read More
Yawning, also known as oscitation, is a bodily activity that occurs in most vertebrates. It can be a sign of boredom, or just the body's attempt to regulate itself. Want to learn more about this physiologic event and why you tend to do it?...
Aug 10, 2013 Read More
When you look outside and see the sun shining, you naturally think to yourself, "It probably won't rain today. I don't need my umbrella." Numerous sunny days in the past have proven this, and it's a reasonable conclusion. It's a...
Dec 28, 2017 Read More
How long do you think productive employees work before taking a break? And do you think they take breaks often? Recent data gather from time tracking service DeskTime has given us more insight into the work and break habits of the most pr...
Oct 01, 2014 Read More
When the going gets tough, the tough get going is something often said about people who are mentally tough. Mental toughness are character attributes that allows someone to persevere and persist through difficult situations or circumstances...
Jan 29, 2015 Read More