There was a time when calm came to us on its own. In fact, calm was our natural and prevalent state of mind. In prehistoric times a surge of adrenalin, our biological fight or flight response, struck only when a true emergency was at hand. A wild animal chasing us, for example. Or wicked weather, […]
We make decisions every day, from what we’re going to wear to how to approach a complex task at work. Decisions are a normal part of everyday life. However, our brain’s decision-making battery has finite power, and it can deplete rapidly. What does that mean, exactly? Essentially, the more decisions we make, the more likely we […]
We make so many decisions, all day, every day. Our brains call upon us to make choice after choice, often in a snap. To rise or hit the snooze? Shower or exercise? What should we wear? Eat breakfast or skip it? And these are the easy ones. Just think how much better our lives would […]
People who suffer from Imposter Syndrome doubt their own accomplishments. They live in fear of being discovered as a fake or a fraud. It doesn't matter how much proof exists of their skill or talents. People who suffer from Imposter Syndrome believe their achievements are a result of good fortune or a mistake. Many successful executives, as well as celebrities and performers experience these feelings.
Do you feel like you’re constantly under pressure? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of us struggle. But there are simple things we can do to reduce stress and anxiety in our daily lives. How to Reduce Stress and Anxiety Get Organized Clutter and mess can be major sources of stress and anxiety. Keeping our […]
Life is so busy. We all have responsibilities such as family and work that must be attended to and require the majority of our time and attention. To offset this busyness and resulting stress, many of us are constantly seeking strategies and secrets about how to be calmer. Any ideas are worth considering, just to […]
Does it seem harder than ever to make decisions? Not just the complicated stuff. Easy stuff, too. What to cook for dinner. What to do first in the morning. Whether or not to go to the gym. There’s a reason for this. It’s called decision fatigue. What Is Decision Fatigue? As the name implies, decision […]
Nearly everyone deals with some type of anxiety or nervousness. From our jobs to our personal lives, there’s always something that we feel we must worry about. Our minds want to keep running, thinking about the various tasks and responsibilities to finish. That’s why it can be so hard to wind down and relax at […]
We all worry now and then. Sometimes we get nervous as we anticipate a major event (either good or bad). Even just having a change in our daily routine or commute can cause us stress and anxiety. Travel, sickness, or relationship challenges can make us tense. Sometimes even just mounting household and work nuisances lead […]
Today’s article is a guest post from Dr. Upasana Gala, who is the founder and CEO of Evolve Brain Training. Evolve Brain Training is an award-winning neurofeedback-centered institute that focuses on using non-invasive brain training techniques to maximize the brain’s true potential. Dr. Gala earned a doctorate in Neuroscience from the revered Baylor College of […]
Many identify themselves as “mental health advocates” on social media. One day I started to wonder, what does it really mean to be a mental health advocate? Is there a definition? I learned that there’s not one accepted description. And enjoyed so many inspiring thoughts from readers. What Does It Mean to be a Mental […]
Stress is all around us. Three in four Americans report experiencing at least one stress symptom every week. It’s become a part of our everyday lives and even accepted as a necessary evil. We all know that stress can be dangerous to our health and happiness. It can also impact our mood, our finances, and […]
