I still remember the frustration I felt when I first started looking into improving circulation. Everywhere I turned, there were claims of miracle cures and magical supplements that would somehow […]
Social Media and Dopamine: How Your Brain Gets Hooked
I still remember the days when I’d spend hours scrolling through social media, only to feel a mix of emptiness and anxiety afterwards. The constant stream of curated updates and […]
Can You Shiver Yourself Skinny? Boosting Metabolism With Cold Exposure
I still remember the first time I stumbled upon the concept of boosting metabolism with cold. I was deep in the woods, foraging for wild mushrooms after a refreshing trail […]
What Is a Singularity? a Beginner’s Guide to the Heart of a Black Hole
As I lace up my trail running shoes and hit the winding paths, I often find myself pondering the concept of what is a singularity. It’s a topic that has […]
The 5 Telltale Signs of Imposter Syndrome (and How to Spot Them)
I still remember the feeling of being stuck in a cycle of self-doubt, wondering if I was truly cut out for the high-pressure world of academic research. The signs of […]
How to Improve Your Emotional Wellness Daily
I still remember the day I hit rock bottom, burned out from 15 years of high-pressure research in neuroscience. The emotional wellness industry was booming, but I was skeptical – […]
Escaping Your Echo Chamber: How to Avoid Confirmation Bias
I still remember the day I realized I’d fallen victim to confirmation bias in my own research. I was studying the effects of chronic stress on the brain, and I […]
Understanding the Habit Loop: the Key to Changing Your Behavior
I still remember the frustration I felt when I first delved into the concept of the habit loop. Everywhere I looked, there were overly complicated, pseudoscientific explanations that seemed to […]
How to Maintain Mental Wellness Every Day
I still remember the smell of damp earth and decaying leaves from my morning trail runs, a scent that’s both grounding and invigorating. It’s a sensation that never fails to […]
30-day Challenge: the Surprising Cold Shower Benefits I Discovered
I still remember the first time I took a cold shower – it was more out of desperation than a deliberate quest for cold shower benefits. As a researcher, I’d […]