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Lenora Fischer first became interested in brain health and fitness as a college student and has grown her interest into a writing career.
A proponent of natural nootropics and meditation, Lenora personally oversees all of the content management for Examined Existence, and writes much of it herself.
In her spare time, Lenora enjoys working out the rest of her body. She loves to ski and can be found on the slopes for most of the winter. In warmer months, the beach is her home, with surfboard in hand.
The resistance band is a lightweight, portable and versatile equipment. They are great to use whether you plan to work out at the gym, home or traveling on the road. You can increase the difficulty of your workouts by picking up thicker res...
Feb 16, 2022 Read More
Get a standing deskSitting is the new smoking. Sitting has been shown to be a lot more harmful than previously thought because it contributes a plethora of metabolic diseases. But the most imminently annoying thing about sitting at a desk a...
Nov 25, 2025 Read More
Finding the yoga poses from your last session a bit too difficult? You should try something a bit more realistic like these 10 yoga stretches for beginners. Relax and soak it all in. This sort of thing has happened to everybody at...
Aug 10, 2017 Read More
Character is defined as the mental and moral qualities that defines a person. It is extremely important to success in life because it determines how you treat others, how you treat yourself, and how you deal with failure. If you are looking...
Oct 26, 2016 Read More
Are you a big fan of quotes? Well you are in for a treat. We have compiled a list of 130 of the most inspiring quotes about happiness, success, courage, character, love, and life in general. Remember to share this with your friends and revi...
Jun 19, 2013 Read More
Most people don't realize this ÃÂ but our settings can have a direct impact on our moods and day-to-day tempers.After all, it's difficult to relax and feel in control if your home is cluttered and disorganized.We really should boil t...
Aug 07, 2017 Read More
We here at ExaminedExistence are simply in love with the urban gardens featured in these images. Do you need ideas to get started or expand your own garden in a metropolitan setting? Check out these 20 images for inspiration. 20.Image vi...
Aug 03, 2017 Read More
Does your job require you to multitask? Our lives are so much more complicated and busy these days. Often times, we don't have enough time to take care of ourselves. If your job is predominantly sedentary, you really need to find time...
Aug 11, 2017 Read More
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Aug 11, 2017 Read More
Biceps may be known as a flashy muscle group, but they are also a crucial one to develop. Biceps are important complementary muscles for upper body workouts, such as pull ups. The following are 10 easy bicep exercises for conditioning and s...
Oct 26, 2016 Read More
In the health and fitness industry, myths are plenty. You will hear them from your friends, your personal trainers, and even your doctors. Some myths are just flat out lies. Other myths are things that were once true but have been disproven...
Jul 22, 2015 Read More
Everyone knows Bruce Lee as a martial artist and a movie star. But Bruce Lee was much more than that. He was a philosopher and a student of life. If you haven't seen some of his old interviews, they are iconic and you should take a chance t...
Apr 26, 2016 Read More
When it comes to setting up a computer desk, space is king. Clutter is, evidently, the enemy as it makes locating things needlessly difficult. The more space you have on your computer desk, the easier it is for you to locate exactly w...
Aug 09, 2017 Read More
Do you even yoga? - If you don't, these quotes about meditation may sway you to. A simple quote (such as the ones below) may have the capability to quite the mind and calm a troubled soul. Sometimes, all you need is to just let go. Le...
Aug 18, 2017 Read More
It is vital to keep the shoulder muscle group strong and active. After all, the shoulder is the anchor for the arms. Take it from me, a guy that just got his rotator cuff repaired, not being able to lift things (without pain) is very annoyi...
Oct 26, 2016 Read More
I'm a big fan of intense exercise. More specifically, I am fan of high intensity interval training. It makes the brain work better, makes the heart work more efficiently, and makes me feel great after. This article will serve as a basic int...
Feb 22, 2016 Read More
Coffee drinkers, jump for joy. A recent study published in The New England Journal of Medicine found that coffee drinkers live longer. This is promising news for approximately 50 percent of the population who drink some form of coffee.Histo...
Dec 14, 2013 Read More
Your mind is just like your physical form; it needs regular exercise for all of its parts to function at optimum levels. Like your muscles, if you neglect your brain, it will not grow. This leads to subpar cognitive performance and sometime...
Nov 30, 2012 Read More
A recent study published in the Journal of Writing Research compared writing by hand against using a keyboard. They found that people who wrote by hand had better memory recall than those who used a standard keyboard or a virtual keyboard...
Apr 14, 2016 Read More
A big fan of books and bookcases?ÃÂ We've compiled 40 creative bookcase designs for your purview.40.Image via PinterestThis bookcase kind of resembles a hamster wheel but it's pretty awesome you get to sit in it.39.Image via Pintere...
Apr 11, 2016 Read More
So you've heard about the latest fitness craze'something called Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (jiu jitsu from hereon)'and you want to get in on it.Ã That's great!Ã I think jiu jitsu (along with judo) changed my life and I think it will...
Feb 07, 2015 Read More
It's the end of a long day during which your boss took you to task over an error that wasn't even yours, your kids were fighting again and broke a lamp, and the cat puked on your shoe. All you want is a hot shower. You turn the knob, and th...
Dec 01, 2019 Read More
The brain-blood barrier (BBB) is a semi-permeable "security system" that keeps blood cells separate from the extracellular fluid surrounding the brain. The BBB does admit the oxygen and nutrients transported by the blood cells, and it preve...
Sep 21, 2016 Read More
I am currently reading the book The Winner's Brain by Jeff Brown and Mark Fenske. While the book is good it isn't groundbreaking by any means in this new wave of personal development literature (advice for improvement coupled with scientif...
Feb 10, 2016 Read More
When people talk about yoga, they often reference the physiological benefits of the practice, such as increased flexibility and decreased muscle stiffness. However, not enough is mentioned about the mental, psychological, and cognitive bene...
Mar 20, 2013 Read More
Bone broth has become all the rage in recent years. If you are a vegetarian, you've probably skipped this food fad, as bone broth is exactly what it sounds like: Broth made from bones.In fact, bone broth is more than just about the bones, i...
Nov 20, 2017 Read More
It has been said that people who are depressed are secret realists. They see the horrors of the world almost too clearly, as life has a tendency to be traumatic and unfair perhaps more often than we care to admit. How can we expect to live...
Aug 14, 2013 Read More
It is common knowledge that a sedentary lifestyle brings about a litany of health risks. Yet not many people know that it actually can pose equally serious health repercussions even for those who are physically active yet still sitting for...
May 05, 2014 Read More
Are you feeling sad, angry, anxious, or stuck in a rut with your life? The power of positivity can help. While it won't solve your problems, it'll put you in the driver's seat. And best of all, the habits of positive thinking are easy to le...
Apr 17, 2018 Read More
Intro of Neurotypical Brains versus Autistic Brains:In mainstream media we're seeing more portrayals of characters with autism spectrum disorder than ever before.If there's ever a socially inept character that's great at math or science and...
Dec 08, 2025 Read More
A lot of people struggle with creativity and productivity. You might be at your desk for hours surfing the internet, or sit with your head in your hands as you grasp for your next great idea. There are several strategies you can use to hel...
Apr 10, 2019 Read More
Power yoga is a variation on the traditional Indian exercise discipline. It focuses more on fast, powerful movements and builds more strength and muscular definition when compared to traditional forms of yoga. If you've been practicing yoga...
Mar 04, 2016 Read More
A coping strategy allows you to get through a difficult situation. Some of these strategies are healthy while others can turn into unhealthy habits. Emotion focused coping is an approach that helps you regulate your negative emotions when y...
Jul 05, 2018 Read More
Here are 19 funny hand-picked coffee mugs and where you can get them online. Enjoy!For the sarcastic coffee drinker Get the mug at CafePress A very NSWF mug Get at CafePress The perfect mug for the grammar nazi Get it from Am...
Apr 14, 2016 Read More
I found this little illustration that has a pretty good summary of the pros and cons of coffee consumption. Coffee is the most consumed beverage in the world and is the go-to source for office employees to get through their days. But beside...
Oct 02, 2014 Read More
If you're interested in personal productivity, you're not alone. Productivity, or the art of getting more done with less, is a giant industry fueled by our fascination with output. The Productivity Project, written by Chris Bailey, is one o...
Dec 28, 2017 Read More
The following infographic details 52 of the most common myths and misconceptions people have.Ã For instance, did you know that Napolean wasn't actually all that short?Ã Or that bats aren't actually blind?Ã Or that you d...
Nov 10, 2014 Read More
Across the human cortex there are electrical patterns, or brainwave frequencies. The 5 different brainwave frequencies are delta, theta, alpha, beta and gamma. These frequencies can be viewed with an electroencephalograph, or EEG. An EEG al...
May 27, 2016 Read More
Finding the time each day to see every errand, family obligation, and professional responsibility through to completion is increasingly difficult. We tend to run ourselves into the ground in an effort to fit everything in, and our efforts a...
Mar 16, 2018 Read More
We have previously written about the benefits of learning a foreign language on this blog. Among the various benefits of being bilingual are improved decision-making, improved memory, stalled onset of dementia, and improved critical thinki...
Oct 03, 2014 Read More
What is dopamine used for? The brain is awash in chemicals. Among these chemicals, there's one that always stands out:ÃÂÃÂÃÂÃ dopamine. It is the driving force behind every human being's sinful predilections and forbidden cravi...
Feb 28, 2019 Read More
BDNF, or brain-derived neurotrophic factor, is a protein produced inside nerve cells. The reason why it is so important to a healthy brain is because it serves as Miracle-Gro for the brain, essentially fertilizing brain cells to keep them f...
Apr 29, 2016 Read More
I found this neat infographic about dreams. It was created by Sleep Genius, which is actually an app that aids sleep. Although all the "facts" in this infographic have not been verified or universally agreed upon by scientists (such as the...
Mar 04, 2014 Read More
Today, more and more people are becoming aware of the upheld benefits of having emotional support animals. An emotional support animal helps people with a variety of emotional and mental disorders including anxiety, depression, stress, and...
Feb 16, 2018 Read More
Let's be honest, when someone is mean rude or hurtful to you, likely the last thing on your mind is how to be kind. Running into nasty people is an uncomfortable and unpleasant part of life, which most of us would rather avoid.However, in s...
May 23, 2019 Read More
The following is a guest post written by Sean Allan of Siam Mandalay.One of the biggest fears for people as they get older is losing their mental sharpness, possibly developing dementia, Alzheimer's or other mental illnesses. It is inevitab...
Jan 16, 2015 Read More
Image via: PixabayThe phrase sick and tired is used all the time. Want to feel better with just a few pressure points?Think about itWho doesn't love a good foot rub? It's profoundly relaxing whether you are giving or receiving.However, to g...
Mar 21, 2019 Read More
Situps and crunches aren't the only way to work out your core. As a matter of fact, they probably aren't the best way to work out your core either. Planks are a great alternative for a great core workout because it not only targ...
Apr 23, 2016 Read More
Have you ever been envious of creative people and want to boost your creativity? Even if are not the creative type and have no desire to be creative, science has linked creativity to increased critical thinking skills. So what are you waiti...
Feb 19, 2013 Read More
Keeping your body flexible and loose is important for mobility and makes you less prone to injury. And not surprisingly, flexibility and mobility is one of the most important indicators of whether you will live a long healthy life or not. T...
Sep 22, 2016 Read More
10.Woodpecker Image via greatist 9.Half Happy Baby Image via popsugar 8. Yoga Cat/Cow Image via apmhealth 7. Image via Fitday 6. Butterfly Image via po...
Aug 12, 2017 Read More
I have talked extensively about sleep and the lack thereof on this site. Proper sleep improves your mood, makes you learn better, and makes your day more productive. And the lack of sleep impedes learning and hurts your health...
Mar 01, 2015 Read More
Stress is influenced by internal and external factors that affect the way you act and react to any stimuli in your environment. While its definition may seem simple, the physiological consequences of stress can give the word a negative and...
Dec 16, 2013 Read More
Dimitri Ivanovich Mendeleyev is the father of the periodic table. And if it wasn't for nodding off one fateful night, the periodic table as we know it might not exist. While contemplating the nature of the universe and playing solitaire,...
Oct 04, 2014 Read More
Navy SEALS are known to be the most well-trained special force in the United States military. Some go as far as to say that SEALS are the most well-trained special force in the world. In order to become a SEAL, a candidate has to pass sever...
Oct 09, 2013 Read More
Individual fitness levels vary wildly across these United States, as do approaches to exercise. Whereas many people are content to live wholly sedentary existences, others are aggressively committed to health, wellness, and strength as corn...
Mar 03, 2018 Read More
The eye is for more than just seeing. Science believes that the eye also has a photoreceptor used to regulate our bodies.Science has known that short-wave lights (also known as blue lights) regulates our biological clocks and our emo...
Apr 16, 2014 Read More
Just a little over 20 years ago, we thought the brain's plasticity was fixed and could not change itself. However, recent uncoverings by science has debunked this myth and proven that the brain is capable of vast change. And that's just the...
Jul 23, 2013 Read More
Several years ago, a panel of experts sought to answer the controversial question of which sport is the most difficult. The experts used 10 categories to try and figure out which sport requires the most athleticism. The panel included sport...
Feb 01, 2022 Read More
When it comes to sleep, some nights will be better than others. But the goal is to have more nights of great sleep than nights of tossing and turning. Sleep is important because how well you sleep during the night will control how well you...
Dec 23, 2014 Read More
Standing desks are pretty chic right now. Instead of using ergonomic design to make for a more comfortable sitting arrangement, more people are opting to standing during work. Of course there are a lot of reasons for this change in workforc...
Mar 25, 2015 Read More
In Charles Duhigg's book, The Power of Habit, the idea of the habit loop was a quintessential part of the narrative. The idea of the habit loop is that every habit is made up of three essential parts, the cue (or trigger), the routine, and...
Mar 20, 2015 Read More
Standing desks are all the hype now and Stand Steady is one of the larger players in the game. I've been using the Stand Steady X-Elite Pro Sit-Stand Desk for a little over a week now. At this point I think I have a good enough measure of t...
Jul 13, 2016 Read More
Are you sad, depressed, or anxious maybe? You will be glad to know that you can chase all the blues away just by listening to your favorite music. Considered as a natural antidepressant, music can give you the euphoric high that antidepress...
Sep 28, 2013 Read More
Theanine is one of the main psychoactive ingredients (and an amino acid) found in tea. Since the discovery of its benefits, it has been separated and used as a supplement for the brain (also called a nootropic). For cognitive hackers, thean...
Jan 06, 2014 Read More
I had a jiu jitsu competition and needed to cut about 7 pounds to make weight. I didn't want to cut just pure water weight because I didn't want to be drained when competing. Thus, I wanted to cut 7 pounds of pure fat. So I tried dieting re...
Jan 06, 2016 Read More
As you fall asleep tonight, there is a good chance you will have a dream. But what if you could âwake up in that dream and realize that you were still dreaming? Lucid dreaming is a strange and exciting phenomenon that allows y...
Dec 28, 2017 Read More
"Love and compassion...are the ultimate source of human happiness, and the need for them lies at the very core of our being" - Dalai LamaFrom Prime Creator were birthed polarities from a field of compassion: Yin and Yang; Light and Dark.We...
Nov 25, 2025 Read More
If you're confused about the difference between juicing and blending, look at this infographic to learn the difference. Thanks to RebootWithJoe for this infographic.
Feb 10, 2016 Read More
Playing a sport certainly good for physical health and for one's social life as well. But, could playing a sport or two actually increase your intelligence? A number of quality scientific studies do point out benefits of sports for concentr...
Mar 14, 2016 Read More
Upon seeking help in treating addiction, many addicts will be pointed in the direction of exercise. Getting into a stable fitness routine has a magnitude of benefits for someone recovering from addiction. However, it is extremely import...
Sep 27, 2016 Read More
We all procrastinate at one point or another and some of us take it a step further and make it a habit. I was one of those. I used to love the idea of studying for a test and working on my business but when it came time to actually tak...
Aug 16, 2013 Read More
Have you ever noticed your hunger subside after a hard session at the gym? You probably think it's weird that burning so many calories can make you full, but there is actually a scientific reason behind this. Yes, exercise, more aptly har...
Jan 25, 2016 Read More
According to the NOP World Culture Score Index, India is the country that reads the most, with over 10 hours per week. Thailand and China are second and third, with 9.24 and 8 hours per week respectively. Below you will find the list of the...
Mar 04, 2014 Read More
Despite the fact that our academic career is all about learning, schools often do a miserable job of actually teaching students how to learn. The ease and efficiency of studying plays a major role in grades and in the amount of work a stude...
Apr 19, 2016 Read More
We have all probably worn earmuffs which prevented us from hearing and blindfolds which have prevented us from seeing. We have probably all also experienced being unable to smell and taste, due to a cold or some other illness and clogged na...
Jul 09, 2013 Read More
Much has been said and lauded about IQ (intelligence quotient). It has been the standard by which society measures raw intelligence and a metric used to determine future success. But what if the metric is flawed? What if the metric is only...
Apr 02, 2015 Read More
I am in the process of reading the book The Art of Doing right now. It is a book that tells the story of people at the very top of their field; they are the best at what they do. The book includes interviews with baseball legend Yogi Berra,...
Sep 17, 2014 Read More
The brain is a powerful toolâbut I'm sure you know that. You actually should learn to properly train your brain.Our brains are finely attend to distractions, and today's digital age makes it extremely hard for our brains to focus and zone...
Aug 30, 2017 Read More
Women are strong and beautiful, as well as complex.So are the topics of love, strength, and intelligence. Here are some amazing woman quotes, from a list of incredible individuals. Amazing Woman Quotes Inspirational Quotes for WomenSusan B...
Oct 02, 2017 Read More
Have you ever stopped for a second to think about the science and psychology of falling in love or why you are falling in love with that special someone? Did you ever notice love is sort of a mysterious yet natural emotion in us and it must...
Jun 25, 2013 Read More
What to Do When You Feel Like Giving UpWhat do you do when you feel like giving up? If the answer is nothing, then this article will change your life.Feeling like it's time to give up walks hand-in-hand with the feeling of helplessness: the...
Jan 10, 2019 Read More
The role of dancing in cognitive improvement has fascinated the scientific community for a number of years. To satisfy their curiosity, many academicians and researchers have carried out studies discerning dancing's effect on a person's kno...
Sep 16, 2013 Read More
A recent study funded by the dating site eHarmony found that couples who met online were slightly less likely to divorce (and slightly more satisfied) than those married couples who met offline. The study looked at American couples married...
Jun 20, 2013 Read More
I previously wrote about tips and tricks you can use to build a daily routine that works for you. But that article doesn't wholly address the question of why having a daily routine matters in the first place. Successful people are sticklers...
Nov 10, 2014 Read More
It is normal to feel lonely, blue or sad occasionally, as these reactions are often short-lived and may pass within a day or two. However, if such 'feelings' already interfere with your daily life, causing pain on both yourself and the peop...
May 18, 2013 Read More
Benjamin Franklin was a man of many titles and an unmatched ability for accomplishment. He was a politician, an author, an inventor and a scientist. He was a theorist and an activist. Many of his ideas and inventions either greatly informed...
Mar 15, 2016 Read More
Sometimes we have a hard time identifying what we want with what we need. This doesn't have to do solely with spending money on things. The want versus need paradox comes into fruition everyday in our lives. For instance, every morning when...
Nov 07, 2014 Read More
For the last couple of years, I've been entertaining the thought of a home gym. But it wasn't until the last few months that I've gotten serious about it. So surely but slowly I've been building out my home gym in my garage. It's got everyt...
Jan 22, 2016 Read More
Traditionally, intelligence was measured by short aptitude tests that measures competence in core subjects such as reading and mathematics. And to a large extent, intelligence is still defined by how well you do on aptitude tests. However H...
Oct 24, 2013 Read More
10 Tips to Break Through Your Social Awkwardness Meta: It can be hard to get out there and stop talking to people - and I know, because I'm the same. Here are 10 of the best ways to break through socially awkward behavior. It's tough bei...
Feb 20, 2019 Read More
I've talked a lot about morning routines as of late. That is because it is extremely important for productivity. Every successful person I know has a morning routine. But what's in a morning routine? As in, what should be included in a morn...
Jan 14, 2016 Read More
Imagine playing with blocks as a child. As you put one block on top of the other, the tower grew bigger and better that's the idea behind Nootropics Stacks.It is taking two or more nootropic supplements or, stacks, and receiving the benefi...
Sep 07, 2017 Read More
Sleep is extremely important to the learning, your mood, memory, and your overall ability to function the next morning. That is why it's not just important to get enough sleep, but it is important to get a good night's sleep, or quality sle...
Oct 06, 2014 Read More
Global Positioning Systems or GPS technologies are nifty tools that can help you roam around the city sans the worry of getting lost or having a hard time getting to your destination. But did you know that those who do not use them may actu...
Sep 16, 2013 Read More
I found this pretty neat infographic the other day. The infographic shows the ideal way to work at coffee shops. Working at coffee shops is becoming more of a common things nowadays with soloprenuers and people working remotely for their em...
Mar 23, 2015 Read More
If, for a long time now, you have been trying so hard to shake off the addictive habit of playing games in a variety of forms, you will feel relieved to know that it may not be that bad at all. In fact, playing board and video games, or eve...
Sep 14, 2013 Read More
Learning how to forgive someone can be a difficult process. You might think about this person every day and can't seem to shake the down feeling that they gave you.Forgiveness is part of the healing process, and you must accept it if you wa...
Sep 07, 2018 Read More
I believe having a daily routine is essential for productivity and success. But what is more important than that is having a morning routine. The morning is the your time to start anew and to start fresh. When the morning goes right, it...
Jan 12, 2016 Read More
The amount of time it takes for something to become a habit will vary depending on your source of information. Depending on who you ask, you can get answers anywhere from a week to a year. But the most popular answer is 21 days-postulated...
Feb 11, 2014 Read More