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9 Types of Journaling and How They Can Benefit Mental and Physical Health

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Research has shown that writing and journaling can improve cognitive function and reduce stress and anxiety. Shari Leid, author of The Friendship Series , experienced its powers firsthand when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017. Journaling can also have physical health benefits. Photo by ©Wendy K.

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There’s a Reason Your Free Time Is So Draining

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According to a 2021 study published in the International Journal of Research in Education and Science, when comparing university students who engage in active and passive activities, those engaged in passive activities had lower perceived health outcomes and levels of happiness. Active leisure activities can feel stressful, not relaxing.

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7 Ways to Save Money by Simplifying Your Life

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Simplify lifestyle practices. Convenience should make life easier, but you regularly replace products, waste your money and end up damaging the environment and perhaps your own health. The stress of keeping up with due dates adds up. This article was published in February 2017 and has been updated. Automate your bills.

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The Power of Strong Friendships in Strengthening Well-Being

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Having strong friendships is important for everybody at all times but especially so for someone enduring a massively stressful situation like he is—frankly, like we all have in the past few years. Aside from emotional distress, loneliness may lead to health issues that are widespread and terrifying. His heart breaks for them.

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Develop a Leader’s Mind

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And as founder of the Amen Clinics, I apply brain imaging science to clinical psychiatric practice, helping people overcome depression, brain injury and other debilitating issues through rediscovering brain health. But as a leader, it is vital that you understand the effect of brain health on your ability to lead.

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10 Happiness Practices from Around the World

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Life isn’t easy, but over thousands of years of human civilization, people across the world have developed philosophies and strategies to cope with the stressful times and to navigate the trials of daily life. It can boost your immune system, reduce stress and improve your mood. Hawaii: ‘ho‘oponopono’. Turkey: ‘keyif’. Photo by maroke.

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Use a Gratitude Journal to Boost Your Happiness

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It helps people feel more positive emotions, deal with adversity, improve their health and build strong relationships with family and friends.

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