Let’s talk brains. You may think your habits, reactions, or emotional struggles are just “how you are.” But science says otherwise. You can create new brain pathways. Our brain isn’t fixed; it’s flexible. Like a well-worn walking path, it changes with repeated use. The more we travel a particular thought pattern, the stronger that pathway becomes and when we practice new ways of thinking, we can create and strengthen new brain pathways. Translation? You are absolutely capable of change,...

Laughter is powerful. It’s healing for your brain and body! We can't talk about body language, “self nudges,” and “body-mind connections” without mentioning laughter. Dr. Lee Berk has extensively studied the physiological benefits of laughter. His research shows that laughter reduces stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline while boosting feel-good chemicals like dopamine and endorphins. This chemical shift helps counteract anxiety and enhances our feeling of overall well-being. Clinical...

Music is really special when it comes to mental health. It's probably my favorite tool because it's the most fun. Music is unique in that it activates almost every brain network. It has a positive effect on your well-being, learning, cognitive function, and happiness. A 2020 “Music and Brain Health” survey by Andrew E. Budson MD at Harvard Health Publishing showed that music listeners had reduced levels of anxiety and depression and scored higher in mental well-being. Music is like a...