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Pre-workout supplements are designed to boost energy, enhance endurance, and improve overall athletic performance. These supplements typically contain a blend of ingredients, each purporting to offer specific benefits. In this article, we’ll delve into the scientific evidence surrounding some of the most common pre-workout ingredients, dissecting how they work and their effectiveness. Introduction to Pre-Workout …
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Imagine staring into the treetops, binoculars raised, expecting to see a bird, but you see nothing. It’s not a vague feeling of absence, but a specific, conscious recognition that something should be there and isn’t. This oddly powerful moment, when your brain registers the absence of something, g—is more than just disappointment. It is a …
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We know that there is some complex chemistry in our brain and we are not entirely in control of it. Typically we do not even care to think about it: too many factors involved. Today I want to make an exception. Also, check out here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here. Brain blood barrier …
In the modern corporate world, meetings have become a ubiquitous part of the workday. Whether it’s a quick check-in, a brainstorming session, or a quarterly review, meetings are seen as a necessary element of productivity and communication. However, not all meetings are created equal, and the prevalence of pointless meetings can have a detrimental impact …
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We live in one of the ages of great cities, and yet for me, it feels like this particular age is nearing a conclusion. If I am correct in my assessment, this means a lot of questions, opportunities, and possible threats. If I am wrong, this is still an interesting questions to discuss. Why does …
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How does mindfulness work? Do we even understand it? Are we using something we cannot actually formulate or test? Is there any science behind it? Do we know that mindfulness helps? More reading here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here. New age placebo Many of our new-age buzzwords are placebos. Superfoods are approximately …
“By all means, marry. If you get a good wife, you’ll become happy; if you get a bad one, you’ll become a philosopher.” Socrates From time to time I stop to write about my family and my personal life. There are several reasons for this. I was not married to Anna, nothing of what you …
“I am bored. What should we do now?” My kids tend to be bored. Just like any kids. And having MORE things to do does not remove boredom. Quite often the weather allows for cool activities. Other times we create the activities at home. Here are some fun things I did with my kids. Ask …
In the field of neuroscience and developmental psychology, the critical period in brain development refers to a specific time window during which certain experiences or stimuli have a profound impact on the development of the brain. This critical period is especially significant in childhood learning, as it determines the formation of crucial cognitive and …
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Humor is a surprisingly effective leadership tool. Used effectively it can reduce tensions and diffuse conflicts, motivate against overwhelming odds and even inspire. More reading here, here, here, here, and here. The truth of the human condition When we consider the human condition as a whole it is rather pitiful. To be dramatic or majestic, authors …