We may not even realize it, but dopamine rules the roost when it comes to our sense of wellbeing. How is one neurotransmitter so crucial to the feeling of joy? When you first wake up in the morning, and you smell that fresh pot of coffee brewing, you probably feel … [Read more...] about 4 Natural Boosters of Dopamine, the Elixir of our Life
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4 Natural Boosters of Oxytocin, our Emotional Glue
Can you imagine a workplace full of intelligent machines and robots but no warmth, no emotional bonding? This environment can be very productive but psychologically devastating. We are human beings, not human doings. We need to be emotionally connected with family, friends, coworkers, even with … [Read more...] about 4 Natural Boosters of Oxytocin, our Emotional Glue
Why do most of the people fail at meditation?
I failed many times after trying different types of meditation, including mantras, mindfulness or body scanning, My mind wandered most of the time, mostly ruminating anxious thoughts. Meditation was somewhat relaxing but felt like a waste of precious time. I was eager to get back to my to-do list, … [Read more...] about Why do most of the people fail at meditation?
Why we need a Cancer Care Act
Why should cancer patients struggle financially, despite their major contributions to cancer care? Why should families undergo economic distress while caring for the front-line soldiers of the cancer battle? Although progress is very encouraging, cancer will remain one the leading causes of death … [Read more...] about Why we need a Cancer Care Act
Beyond the moonshot: Achieving universal cancer care
To achieve truly personalized cancer care, our healthcare system should integrate technology with the human touch. President John Kennedy’s moonshot mission in the 1960s that landed a man on the moon has become an inspiration for conquering cancer. Achieving universal cancer care requires … [Read more...] about Beyond the moonshot: Achieving universal cancer care