Thinks I find along the way
At first glance, a checklist seems mundane—a simple grocery list or a set of chores. However, in the worlds of high-stakes performance (aviation, surgery, engineering) and personal productivity, the checklist is considered a “cognitive safety net.”
It is arguably the cheapest, most effective tool available to combat the limitations of the human brain. Here is a breakdown of why creating checklists is so valuable.
Continue reading “About Checklists”
I am considering this information from Dr. Sarah Wakeman, Senior Medical Director of Substance Use Disorder at Harvard’s Mass General Brigham Hospital:
For your convenience, I’ve also added an AI summary of the article if you’d like the high notes in 30 seconds:
This episode of the Mel Robbins Podcast delves deep into the science and personal impacts of alcohol consumption. With expert insights from Dr. Sarah Wakeman, listeners gain a comprehensive understanding of how alcohol affects various aspects of health, the risks associated with different levels of drinking, and practical strategies for reducing or addressing problematic alcohol use. The conversation emphasizes empathy, informed decision-making, and the availability of effective treatments for alcohol use disorder.
Continue reading “Is it time to break up with alcohol?”
Are you always anxious and worried, feeling overwhelmed by your responsibilities? Here are 14 practical ways on how to cope with stress and not let it take over your life: How to Cope with Stress When You’re Overwhelmed by Responsibilities
We can learn from this: Elephants Hardly Ever Get Cancer, And We May Finally Know Their Secret
Americans eat a lot of sugar! According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the average American consumes roughly 47 pounds of cane sugar and 35 pounds of high-fructose corn syrup per year. We all know sugar is the main ingredient in the obvious villains such as candy, ice cream and other desserts, but there are also hidden sugars in most processed foods. This includes many so called “healthy” foods such as whole grain breakfast cereals, granola bars, pasta sauce, yogurt, and sports drinks. It is widely known that overconsumption of sugar causes obesity, diabetes, and heart disease, but did you know that it could be contributing to your muscle and joint pain as well? Source: https://www.spinemd.com/vtfc/news/this-just-in-over-consumption-of-sugar-contributes-to-muscle-joint-pain
A sound living environment is connected with a sound mind—and that’s exactly what can make cities such tough places to live. Source: Living in a City May Be Bad for Your Brain Health—But There’s One Trick That Can Help | Men’s Fitness
Exercise has been touted to be a cure for nearly everything in life, from depression to memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s and more.
Continue reading “Why Exercising Makes Us Happier”
Move over, Kon Mari! What you need to know about the new bestselling minimalism guru and her method, “Swedish Death Cleaning.” Source: The Latest Minimalism Trend Is Called Swedish Death Cleaning (Let Us Explain) | Peaceful Dumpling
A new study confirms that Hippocrates was right: “Walking is the best medicine.” Source: Walking Study Corroborates Hippocrates’ Prescriptive Wisdom | Psychology Today
“Human beings are the only species that deliberately deprive themselves of sleep for no apparent gain,” says sleep scientist Matthew Walker. His new book is Why We Sleep. Source: How To Fall Asleep And Why We Need More : Shots – Health News : NPR
“The exceeding beauty of the earth, in her splendour of life, yields a new thought with every petal,” the nineteenth-century English nature writer Richard Jefferies wrote. “The hours when the mind is absorbed by beauty are the only hours when we really live.” Source: Rachel Carson on Science and Our Spiritual Bond with Nature – Brain Pickings
An in-depth look for beginners at what to expect when going on a keto diet. From what to eat and what to expect, to your daily needs and common approaches. Source: What is the Ketogenic Diet? A Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide
Mit Klimagärtnern die Welt retten und gesunde Lebensmittel produzieren: Terra Preta do Indio lautet der portugiesische Name für einen Stoff, dem man wundersame Eigenschaften zuschreibt. Source: Selbstversorgung: Terra Preta – die schwarze Revolution aus dem Regenwald | PRAVDA TV – Lebe die Rebellion
Cada año entre 2,5 y 5 millones de japoneses, afectados por el estrés, la hipertensión y la ansiedad de la vida urbana moderna, acuden a las sesiones de Terapia del bosque (shinrin-yoku) en alguno de los 48 centros oficiales designados por la Agencia Forestal de Japón. La sesión consiste en unas dos horas de paseo relajado […] Source: Shinrin-yoku o la medicina japonesa de pasear por el bosque
It’s Friday, everyone! And that means another Primal Blueprint Real Life Story from a Mark’s Daily Apple reader. Source: Discipline Equals Freedom! | Mark’s Daily Apple
Go to the Source: Blood Glucose Level and Forest Bathing — Forest Therapy Today
Research explains why there’s a good chance you’re more capable than you think. Source: Why It’s Hard to Let Go of Your Self-Limiting Beliefs | Psychology Today
Observa-se que as florestas há muito têm sido um lugar de limpar as nossas mentes, pelo simples ato de passear por elas. Eis que surgi o banho de floresta. Source: Banho de floresta – A nova terapia para eliminar o estresse ⋆ Jardim do Mundo
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