The Power of Mindfulness

Health & Wellness

(Psych Central) Mindfulness has changed my life. I’m not exaggerating. It is as dramatic as that.

I used to walk the world in a state of mental haze. I had trouble reading people’s non-verbal cues, was unaware of my surroundings and had little capacity for empathy.Continue.

7 Tips for the Romantically Challenged on Valentine’s Day

Health & Wellness

(Psych Central) When Valentine’s Day rolls around, there’s pressure to buy or do something swanky or extra-special. And for some partners this spells trouble. Whether you’re stumped on what to get your sweetheart or romantically clumsy (or clueless), these tips from two seasoned relationship experts can help!Continue.

Tai chi improves symptoms of Parkinson's disease

Health & Wellness

(WebMD) Tai chi, a type of exercise that guides the body through gentle, flowing poses, may help some of the worst physical problems of Parkinson's disease, a new study shows.Continue.

Outcry Grows Fiercer After Funding Cut by Cancer Group

Health & Wellness

(NY Times) The nation’s leading breast cancer advocacy organization confronted the growing furor Thursday over its decision to largely end its decades-long partnership with Planned Parenthood, with rising dissension in its own ranks and a roiling anger on the Internet showing the power of social media to harness protest.Continue.

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