#mindfulness

#mindfulness

We've rounded up the latest research in the world of mindfulness from Georgetown Medical Center, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and University of St. Andrews.Mindfulness meditation may reduce anxiety symptoms as effectively as a common medication, research out of Georgetown Medical Center finds.

Welcome to the first installment of Well's five-week newsletter series dedicated to walking tips and inspiration.This week, we're exploring awe walks, outdoor rambles designed to cultivate a sense of amazement.To help, I tapped Dacher Keltner, a professor of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and the author of Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life.

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Tearful family and friends have paid their last respects at the pink-themed funeral of transgender teenager Brianna Ghey.The 16-year-old, from Birchwood, Warrington, was found with fatal stab wounds on a path in Culcheth Linear Park on the afternoon of Saturday February 11.

(Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times)

In the moment, it was the most mundane of plays.In hindsight, it signaled the shift of momentum that was called the tipping point of Game 3 in this second-round NBA playoff series.Fouled by Golden State's Stephen Curry midway through the second quarter with the Lakers trailing by five, LeBron James shot the Lakers' first free throws of the quarter.

Fear makes us move away from things and despite facing our fear, we start choosing satisfaction and comfort.Fear is a highly subjective topic because it knows no bounds and if not taken care of on time, it can quickly escalate into a phobia.So, if you want to face your fear instead of moving away, stop listening to the people who say, "Feel the fear and do it anyway."

Where are the cherry blossoms?The questions about Chicago's signature display of 190 trees at Jackson Park have grown louder in recent weeks, and now there's an answer, albeit not one that fans are going to want to hear.Due to erratic spring weather, many buds did not appear this year, and others fell victim to strong winds and rain, according to an online update from the Chicago Park District.

I've never been a morning person but lately, I've decided to make a change to my morning routine.Earlier, I used to wake up feeling exhausted already, but now I wake up feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the day.Amid all these changes, I also thought, " Why not invest in a journal?"
And thus started my morning routine with journaling!

Address the stress of the week with these entertaining endeavours to help you soothe anxiety over the weekend
Sometimes, making it to Friday can feel like a real challenge, with anxiety and stress occupying our minds - bringing down our mood, and draining our resilience.When we do eventually get to the weekend, it can be easy to use it as a time to catch up on all the things we were too overwhelmed to do during the week and then, before we know it, it's Monday, and the cycle starts all over again before we've had time to catch our breath.

When we practice giving others our full attention, we strengthen bonds and make new discoveries.Here are three practices for staying grounded, present, and connected in conversation.Q.During conversations, I often zone out and don't really hear what the other person is saying.How can I be more attentive to the person in front of me?
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As a practicing cardiologist my most valuable tool is my ability to maintain mindful awareness throughout each interaction.