The Hidden Danger of Meditation

Did I catch your attention? Ok, good. You may have heard somewhere that meditation is good for you. In fact, more and more research is suggesting that meditation can reduce stress, improve cognition, and even combat physical illness. While these studies are all valid, I am here to play the devil’s advocate. Please note, if…

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How To Turn A Resolution Into A Reality

As the year winds down, the clock is on to start gathering New Year’s resolutions. I prefer to all them ‘intentions’ rather than ‘resolutions’. I feel the term ‘resolution’ subtly implies that there is something I must resolve, as if there is an intrinsic problem in my life that shouldn’t be as it is. I…

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The Negative Side Effects of Positive Thinking

Did you know positive thinking can negatively affect your health? Beware of the positive thinking trap. It is a trap. Research has shown that happiness can boost our immune systems, yet happiness has little to do with positive thinking. If your thoughts aren’t positive by themselves, don’t try and make them so. When we attempt…

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Read this if you’re scared.

When I was struggling with an eating disorder, my logical mind knew damn well that if I ate more food I would feel better, both in my body and my mind. However, my need to control my surroundings seemed overwhelming and I was not able to let go of the gripping force of nervousness and…

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