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15 Phrases People Use To Avoid Saying “No”

Although “No” is such a short word, it can be so difficult to say. When a friend asks if you can help them with...
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Pineal Gland: Science vs Mythology (Melatonin, DMT, and the Third Eye)

The pineal gland occupies a unique cultural position: it is simultaneously a well-understood biological organ and the center of more pseudoscientific claims than almost...
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What to Say When Someone Dies

Avoid pat expressions, says Valerie Brown. What a grieving person needs is loving presence. Have you had that awkward, uncomfortable moment when a friend’s loved...
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How to Practice Mindful Eating

Jan Chozen Bays teaches us how to make every meal a celebration of gratitude, enjoyment, and true nourishment. In Zen we are instructed, “When hungry,...
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99 Quotes On Letting Go That Prove Moving On Is A...

Moving on from a relationship that’s no longer serving you can be tough, but it’s vital for your well-being. While you might worry that...
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When Your Husband Leaves for Another Woman: 12 Tips to Guide...

Going through the tough experience of your husband leaving for another person can be really hard and make you feel very sad. But it’s...
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How Meditation Supports Health and Healing

Studies show that mindfulness is ultimately an effective, low-cost way to manage (and maybe even improve) physical and mental health and well-being. Meditation is an...
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Can animals really smell fear in humans?

Many animals have a good sense of smell, but can they smell chemical signals that indicate a person is fearful? It has long been debated...
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20 Positive Quotes for Women

Positive quotes for women can be powerful reminders for women to believe in their strength, beauty, and abilities. They’ll help inspire the journey toward...
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What Is Karma and Is Your Destiny Sealed?

One of the most interesting concepts that we all stumble across in our lives sooner or later is that of “karma.” In fact, karma...