Ego traps cut off our happiness. Because this essence of our being is never satisfied, it anesthetizes us with its demands, its fears, and its tricks. It leads us to an insane attachment until it places us in an eternal comfort…
Anandamide is a compound our body produces. Interestingly, this substance has properties that are very similar to THC, which is the active substance in marijuana. Therefore, many say that this neurotransmitter is a “natural marijuana” that the human body produces.
I looked at my inner demons in the eye and discovered what fear was. That paralyzing fear that comes from within and takes control so fiercely that gasping for air seems impossible. That state that makes you feel like your…
Easterlin’s paradox is both a psychological and economic concept. Oddly enough, these two sciences have a lot of common ground nowadays. One of the things they have in common is the idea that links having money and consumption capacity to happiness.
These Orhan Pamuk quotes echo through time. Surprisingly, this Turkish writer, a 2006 Nobel Prize in Literature winner, has a unique way of understanding the world.
Smiling more is something a lot of people have on their to-do lists. But it’s not as easy a goal as most people think. Sometimes you have to do it even if you don’t really feel like it. This is part of…
Writing in a diary or just jotting down your thoughts in a notebook are powerful tools to help you get in touch with yourself. However, there’s another way that has become more popular in recent years. It’s called the Five…
Eckhart Tolle is German spiritual author whom the New York Times named most popular in the United States. We can find inspiring teachings on love, life, and spirituality in his works. According to Eckhart Tolle, we can achieve the state of…
Is it possible to be happier just by doing mental training exercises? The answer is yes! The last two decades of research into positive psychology have revealed that it’s possible to train your brain and that you can actually change the…
When someone hurts you, the immediate reaction is anger. You don’t want to forgive the person who did that to you. You’re offended, disappointed and sometimes in pain. However, this very natural and common reaction does have a downside. Complete…
If you’re in a relationship, there’s always a possibility that you’ll start wondering if you should stay in it or give up. Discomfort, sadness, loneliness, or a feeling of emptiness can all become unbearable. It doesn’t always matter that you have this…
We all need positive recognition for our qualities and accomplishments. First from ourselves, to validate our own abilities and self-worth, but also from those around us. In children, recognition is the pillar that forms the foundation of self-esteem. In a…
Most gestures or sounds a newborn baby makes are, in general, adorable. But there’s one that stands out especially: a baby’s smile. When we see such a small being smile or have a giggling fit, it awakens our innermost feelings and…
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that our neurons produce in order to communicate amongst themselves. It’s in different parts of our central nervous system. This substance acts as a mood stabilizer. It also regulates and balances our appetite and sleep cycles, among other…
If you have a fear of change, it can be tough. However, you are not suffering alone. It’s more common than you think and it happens for a reason. Fear of change can be useful in some situations but can…
Wu wei is a Taoist concept that means “non-action”. It’s a philosophy which states that the best way to deal with a situation, especially with a conflict, is not to act at all. Moreover, not forcing any solution, but just…
There are some days when you wake up in a good mood. Days when you have more energy to face the day, more of a desire to laugh, and more eagerness to take in everything you see. You might think…
Living in our memories is limiting. Somehow not enjoying the present is like not taking advantage of it, given that it’s the moment to experience things. Life is not about reminiscing, it’s about acting instead. It’s not about going backward,…
An anonymous ancient Greek philosopher said: “Smile at life and life will smile at you”. Sometimes, smiling is the best way to help change the world. When you use your smile, it reflects how we take things making us more…
The sea and health are related. This is especially true because our brain reacts positively in this environment: it becomes more relaxed; its perception improves; its creativity increases; and, it achieves greater mental sharpness. Few places are as comforting as…