Nike claims its latest footwear can sharpen focus by stimulating sensory receptors in the feet. Backed by internal ...

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Studies show qigong can strengthen your body and mind, and reduce cortisol levels. We explore this Chinese meditative movement practice that dates back ...

Mind blanking is a common experience with a wide variety of definitions ranging from feeling 'drowsy' to 'a complete absence of conscious awareness.' Neuroscientists and philosophers compile what we ...

Have you ever noticed how repeating a phrase or humming a tune calms your nerves during stress? That’s the power of sound—and it’s exactly why mantra chanting has stood the test of time. For thousands ...

In today’s fast-paced world, our minds often feel overloaded and fatigued. Like a complex machine running hot, our mental circuits need moments to reset. But restarting the mind isn’t about erasing ...

The mission of the Mind Science Foundation is to explore the vast potential of the human mind in a scientific manner, for the betterment of humankind. Current areas of focus include supporting the ...

When I took my children to the Museum of Science in Boston, I liked to sit them by the entrance of the cafeteria while we ate to provide a lesson about state of mind. People walking into the cafeteria ...

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