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Is Reiki Scientifically Proven to Work?
The popularity of Reiki is on the rise, extending beyond the realm of the “spiritual” community. Numerous cities now boast dedicated Reiki centers and hospitals increasingly feature Reiki practitioners supporting patients. But does Reiki truly deliver tangible benefits? In this article, we’ll explore the documented benefits researchers are uncovering. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or Read more
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A Chemical Signal in Women’s Tears Soothes Male Aggression
Women, we already knew we were powerful, but this goes beyond what I thought possible. New research found that when men sniff women’s tears, it lowers their aggression by over 40%1. To observe this effect previously only tested in rodents, researchers exposed men to odorless saline or women’s tears while they played a two-person video Read more
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The Science of Forgiveness and Healing
Have you ever found yourself haunted by a moment when you said or did things that didn’t align with the person you strive to be? We all mess up. It’s part of being human. An important step in healing is forgiving ourselves and anyone involved in the conflict. In this article, we embark on a Read more
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Saying These Four Short Phrases May Help Manage High Blood Pressure
I’m sorry. Please forgive me. Thank you. I love you. These four phrases are known as Ho’oponopono – a Hawaiian prayer of forgiveness. It means “to correct or make right.” A two-month study of 23 individuals found that repeating these phrases helped lower blood pressure. (PMID: 18072370) Ho’oponopono uses forgiveness to help people feel balanced Read more
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Combining Mindfulness and Exercise Could Be Your Key to Success in 2024
It’s the new year and we all hope for a better one than the last. New Years goals often tend to focus on health and wellness, but is there a surefire way to reach them? A new study from the University of Bath says that combining mindfulness with exercise is the most effective approach. (DOI: Read more
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Telling Secrets Builds Trust, Not Judgment
Secrets in the workplace or between friends often happen because we may be embarrassed about what we’re telling the other person or worry about being judged. Research tells us we’re worried about nothing. (DOI: 10.1037/pspi0000441) While we’re obsessing over the information we’re about to share, that’s not what our confidant is thinking about. They’re thinking Read more
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