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 …
Happy marriage and Socrates
“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 …
Leadership through humor
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 …
Nootropics And How They Improve Cognition
Nootropics, also known as “smart drugs” or “cognitive enhancers,” are emerging as a contemporary solution to this demand, promising to improve brain functions such as memory, attention and creativity. Nootropics are substances that can improve the cognitive functioning of the brain, particularly memory, creativity or motivation, in healthy individuals. In the field of medicine and …
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What Is Musical Intelligence? People With High Musical Intelligence
Musical intelligence refers to a person’s ability to understand, create, and enjoy music and musical patterns. It is one of multiple intelligences proposed by Howard Gardner in his 1983 book “Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences.” This theory suggests that rather than a single general intelligence, humans possess several types of intelligences. Musical …
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Self compassion will fuel your success
Quite often we push ourselves too hard. This increases the risks and reduces the joy. Possibly we can achieve better by showing ourselves more kindness. The self-compassionate approach is correlated with emotional stability and professional success. It enables us to deal with obsessions and cravings and focus on what really matters. More reading here, here, here, …
MindfulMess and mindfulness
A stupid typo can lead to many complex thoughts. Here are want to explore the environmental effects on mindfulness. Should spiritual people look like hippies, monks, or samurais? How does a mess affect our thoughts? Which interferences are welcome and which should be avoided? I want to describe three distinct and different forms of mindfulness …
Practice openness
Openness is one of the personality qualities that determine how much we achieve. Just like other personality qualities, we can somewhat change it in the right conditions. This will make us more open to other people, to the new technologies and practices, and new ideas. It is a somewhat risky move, but on average it …
Depression Is Not Just A Brain Problem
Currently, depression is the leading cause of disability in the world. It is for this reason that different empirical investigations have tried to respond to this mental health emergency, arriving at interesting results in terms of scientific knowledge. One of the most studied areas is that which delves into the neurobiological bases of depression. For …
What Is The Relationship Between ADHD And Focus: How To Focus With ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of people worldwide. One of the most significant challenges associated with ADHD is maintaining focus and concentration. But what is the relationship between ADHD and focus, and how can individuals with ADHD improve their ability to concentrate? In this comprehensive guide, we will …
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