Why It’s Time to Prioritize

If you want to be happier, more successful or more productive, then it’s absolutely essential that you start to…

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A Very Quick Guide to Meditation

Meditation is something that all of us can benefit from. And in today’s hectic and busy world, there has never been a more important time for us to give it a go. Unfortunately though, a lot of people don’t really understand what meditation is or how to use it. And many people even find themselves with some kind of prejudice against meditation assuming that it’s only for people who want to achieve enlightenment or that it’s a…

The Importance of “No”

We’re constantly being told to “say yes more” and to embrace every opportunity that life throws at us. In fact, there is even a popular book and a popular film called Yes Man which is all about saying yes to things and living life more fully as a result. And this is a very nice idea in theory. In practice though? It’s actually commonly counterproductive and can even end up being destructive! The Problem With Always Saying…

The Power of Taking a Walk (And How to Fit Them In)

If you’re trying to live a calmer, less cluttered and less stressful lifestyle, then going for walks is a fantastic way to achieve this. Walking has a vast number of benefits for your body and your mind which we will look at here. What’s more, is that it’s something anyone can do and that anyone can fit into their routine. Read on to find out more. The Power of Walking Going for a walk is right away…

Understanding Flow States and the “Default Mode Network”

If you’re trying to cut back and simplify your life, then you really need to understand the impact that your activities have on your brain and how this alters the very chemical balance of your grey matter. Once you recognize this, you can then start to be more aware of what you’re doing to your mind and of how you can make sure you’re getting the rest and recovery that you need. Focus, Alert and Stress Whenever…