For three years, researchers closely tracked the biological age of 777 elderly people using a cutting-edge “epigenetic clock” technique. The results were startling. The participants who took Omega-3 supplements daily got younger, reducing their biological age by an average of 4 months. Forget anti-aging creams. The true fountain of youth comes from eating Omega-3-rich food.… Read More »The surprising anti-aging benefits of Omega-3s
Imagine if you could recreate the feeling of a truly great conversation in every social interaction. Most people see this ability as an innate charisma only a lucky few possess. But the secret to being an excellent conversationalist is a concrete set of skills anyone can master with practice.
Stop all the clocks, cut off the telephone,Prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone,Silence the pianos and with muffled drumBring out the coffin, let the mourners come. Let aeroplanes circle moaning overheadScribbling on the sky the message ‘He is Dead’.Put crepe bows round the white necks of the public doves,Let the traffic policemen… Read More »Funeral blues
I used to roll my eyes whenever I heard someone utter phrases like “You got this!” or “Don’t worry, you can handle it!” It sounded like an empty self-help drivel, the kind of cheesy motivational-poster lingo that belongs in a dentist’s waiting room circa 1995. Talking to yourself, let alone in the second person? I… Read More »Self-talk to boost your emotional control
For decades, health experts have warned us to eat less salt. But their pleas fell on deaf ears as we continued to sprinkle the white crystals on everything from french fries to popcorn. I know my salt habit isn’t doing my body any favours. High blood pressure runs in my family, and I’ve seen firsthand… Read More »The salty truth. Switch to potassium
It’s easy to operate on autopilot. We float from task to task, decision to decision, without true intention. But what if there was a way to jolt ourselves awake? Turns out, the key is simple. Not an app, not a planner, but the power of putting pen to paper. Write down every decision to supercharge… Read More »Decision journaling for increased productivity
Research shows prayer activates proven problem-solving strategies even without you realizing it. Here’s how it works and why it matters. Life is full of struggles. One minute, you’re cruising along; the next, you face an insurmountable obstacle. Some problems are so complex that even the most analytical minds get stumped. When logic fails, it’s time… Read More »Problem-solving with prayer
You might think the only way to make positive changes is to grit your teeth and suffer through it. Wake up earlier. Work harder. Resist temptation. But you’re fighting your own psychology. Willpower is a finite resource. Motivation comes in waves. The secret to lasting change is to make the desired behaviour the path of… Read More »Nudge your way to better habits
I dreaded the telltale of nerves before a big exam or presentation. My heart pounding, sweaty palms, thoughts spiralling into a maze of what-ifs. I’d take deep breaths, try to relax, attempt to banish the butterflies. But fighting my anxiety only seemed to make it worse. What I didn’t realize then was that anxiety was… Read More »Reframe your anxiety to increase performance
There’s nothing quite like the frustration of lying awake at 2 am, watching the minutes tick by. You have a big day tomorrow and know you need rest, but your body and mind won’t cooperate. You’ve tried counting sheep, listening to rain sounds, even resorting to a nightcap, but nothing does the trick. If this… Read More »The 10 rules for better sleep hygiene
