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The simple activity that reduces depression and blood pressure
Did you know that spending just 30 minutes a week in a park can significantly boost your mental health and lower your blood pressure?
Australian researchers have uncovered compelling evidence that frequent visits to green spaces are linked to better mental and physical health.
What’s money got to do with it? The art of financial harmony in relationships
When it comes to sustaining a happy, long-term romantic relationship, many factors come into play – mutual respect, shared values, open communication, and of course, love and attraction.
But one area that often gets overlooked, despite being an essential component of a couple’s long-term success and mental wellbeing, is financial compatibility.
Money matters can make or break a relationship, especially when partners come from different socioeconomic backgrounds or have vastly different financial habits, goals, and expectations.
Boost your mood and health: the power of choir singing
Did you know that singing in a choir for just one hour can significantly improve your mood, reduce stress, and even enhance your immune system?
According to a study, this uplifting activity offers numerous psychological and physical health benefits, particularly for those affected by cancer.
What form of stress ages you the most?
As a couples therapist, I've seen firsthand how stress can permeate every aspect of our lives, affecting not only our relationships but also our physical appearance.
Among the various types of stress, financial stress seems to take the greatest toll on our looks.
A compelling study led by Professor Margie Lachman sheds light on this issue, revealing that financial stress accelerates the aging process more than any other type of stress.
15 Amazing questions to ask before you get married
Here are 15 powerful questions to ask before you consider any change in your relationship.
These questions can encourage deep and intimate conversations that may clarify and reassure you about the decisions you will make about and with your life partner.
Why do Americans believe in Willpower Fitness?
Believing that willpower is an infinite resource can unlock greater reserves of self-control.
However, many people fall into the trap of viewing their willpower as limited and needing periodic recharging, making this belief their reality.
These folks believe in Willflower Fitness, which can ebb and flow.
A revealing study compared beliefs about willpower fitness between Europeans and Americans, shedding light on how cultural perspectives influence self-control.
Love at first sight…finally some real science
A recent study showed that over 33% of singles reported experiencing love at first sight, and men are 10% more prone to the feeling.
However, managing the end of the honeymoon phase is often a challenge.
The French have a phrase…Coup de Foudre…A sudden, unexpected event, especially an emotional one; love at first sight….Here’s the science…
Startling differences between men and women
Research has shown repeatedly that in stressful situations, women typically become fearful, and are much more likely to react fearfully to that same situation in the future.
Women also experience far more fear over their lifetimes than men.. why?
3 ways to tell if you have a high IQ
Ever wonder if your brainpower extends beyond solving Sudoku puzzles? High personal intelligence might be your superpower.
Here are three ways to tell if you have what it takes…
How to make a marriage work
One of the first things a Gottman-trained therapist wants to know is the quality of the couple's friendship.
It‘s a well-established fact that a robust friendship is the foundation for a successful relationship.
Friends want to understand each other; enemies only want to prevail…
Understanding the fundamentally decent but angry man
Science tells us that the angry man must learn that he will not get what he wants by the vehicle of expressing anger.
Attention wives and girlfriends. He’s gotta understand that anger is the wrong tool for the task of influencing you.
If you can show him how you can more readily accept his influence, when he is not being angry, you can help him (and you) to communicate more effectively. Here’s how…
Secret to Feeling 10 Years Younger: It's All About This Simple Habit…
Imagine feeling a decade younger in just two days. It might sound like a dream, but according to a groundbreaking study conducted in a sleep lab, getting enough sleep can make this dream a reality.
The research reveals that adequate sleep isn't just about feeling refreshed—it's a crucial factor in feeling and looking younger.