Ever tried to boost your energy by sleeping longer, only to wake up feeling just as exhausted? Here’s a little secret: sleep and rest are not the same thing, though many of us often confuse them. For instance, you might be getting your recommended 7 hours of sleep each night (okay, on some nights), squeezing…
Ever wonder how to stay active at a desk job? Your everyday office routine may not be doing your waistline any favors. Staying in shape becomes a real challenge when your daily grind is essentially a sitting marathon. But the drawbacks go beyond just fitness concerns; this sedentary lifestyle silently takes a toll on your…
What is an emotion? Contrary to received ideas, the origin of emotion is not in our heads but in our bodies! An emotion is, first and foremost, a physical sensation! Before you even realize that you are experiencing an emotion, many things are already happening inside your body. What is an emotional trigger? An emotional…
What is the best diet? What constitues healthy eating habits? If you ask your doctor, he will most likely dodge the question with a general statement about how each person is different, and one has to find the diet that best suits oneself. If you ask your friends, you will get many conflicting recommendations, all…