For many, feeling overwhelmed is a stifling experience that generates anxiety. Trying to do too much all at once, or in an hour or a day, is like trying to force an entire orange through the top of a funnel. No matter how hard we might push, the fruit isn’t going to fit through that narrow neck and hole.

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Imagine having a personal gym that's open 24/7, doesn't require a membership fee, and can dramatically improve every aspect of your life.

Sounds too good to be true?

Well, you already have it—it's your brain!

Just as we exercise our bodies to stay physically fit, our brains need regular workouts to maintain and enhance our mental fitness.

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Have you ever wondered why everyone is talking about mindfulness these days? From yoga studios to Fortune 500 boardrooms, mindfulness has become a hot topic. But what's all the fuss about?

As it turns out, there's some pretty compelling science behind this ancient practice. If there was ever ONE practice that was a magic bullet, mindfulness is it! It is the brain's best friend. Find out why.

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

If you've spent years bottling up emotions, you may not know how to change. Opening to our feelings can feel overwhelming, even scary, if we have been pushing them down for a long time. We don't know what will happen if we remove the cork.

We might be afraid that if they are unleashed, they'll singe everything in their path, so it's safer to stuff them. Regardless of WHY you've bottled 'em up, know that you can learn to regulate your emotions for a happier and more balanced life.

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Why set positive intentions?

When I first discovered the power of setting positive intentions years ago, it felt like I had unlocked a secret door to personal mastery. I was struggling; my childhood trauma created a dark cloud that followed me everywhere. It felt like I had my own personal Yogi Bear dousing my inner fire into depression.

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Kindness is simple yet impactful. It doesn't require much effort but can have a profound impact on our lives. However, many of us have been raised to believe that being kind means saying "yes" to others, even at the expense of our own needs. The common saying, "It is more blessed to give than receive," reinforces this idea.

But what is true kindness? Generally, we don't distinguish between genuine kindness and people-pleasing. Yet, there is a significant difference.

Estimated reading: 5 minutes

Most people love games. Combining them with keeping your brain healthy is a game-changer!

I've been studying the brain, brain fitness, and teaching brain hacks for nearly two decades. Now, brain training apps do much of the work for you! Studies show that the brain needs exercise—use it or lose it!

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes

Many years ago, I couldn’t sleep at night because of a runaway mind. Whether I was revolving thoughts, anxious about forgotten tasks left undone at work or just excited about creating something new—my mind was the Energizer Bunny on steroids!

Do you want to know what solved it for me?

Estimated reading: 7 minutes