These days, silence is worth it's weight in gold. People, it seems, can't seem to escape the maddening din of modern life. From non-stop emails, to the ever-present "smart" phone and the barrage of bogus telemarketing calls, people are stressed to their limit. Some folks don't care for silence because they feel it's too lonely, but they're probably in the minority at this … [Read more...]
The Anxious States of America
America has become a nervous, anxious shell of its former self. Throughout our history, the United States has always been a bright beacon of hope. A place in which anything was possible and a positive, can-do attitude coursed through the land. However, that was then and this is now. … [Read more...]
Can Limiting Social Media Decrease Loneliness and Depression?
A new study offers up more concrete proof that using social media can lead to increased depression and feelings of loneliness and isolation. Knowing this risk, why then do so many among us spend their time on these social media platforms? … [Read more...]
How Positive Psychology Can Improve Your Everyday Life
If you're like most people, you probably feel disheartened and down sometimes. Whether we stress about work, family, our love life or the political climate, problems, whether they be personal or global, can cast a pall over our life. Happily, there is a solution. … [Read more...]
8 Ways to Bring Calmness Back Into Your Life
Are we forgetting what it feels like to be calm? Mania seems to have replaced tranquility and kids are particularly affected by this growing problem, because they are born into a manic world. Can we once again "find" calmness? … [Read more...]
The Powerful Effect of ASMR
Have you ever heard a voice or even a particular noise that almost instantly lulls you into relaxation? If so, you may be interested in autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR). I discovered it some years ago and it's effect is amazing. … [Read more...]