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Big Think
Creatine, a popular exercise supplement, might help treat depressionBig Think
3 min read · Sep 8th · Athletes often use creatine to boost performance and aid muscle recovery. Accumulating evidence suggests it could also help with depression. · Shared by 555
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Supplementing up to 30 grams a day in this fashion has been found to be safe and well-tolerated over the long-term (at least five years).
Bustle
The Secret To Pursuing A Goal Without Getting Burnt OutBustle
7 min read · Aug 24th · Work-life balance *is* possible: Here, experts give tips for how to pursue a goal without it taking over your entire life or causing burnout. · Shared by 444, including Stephanie A Kowalski
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CNN
Microbreaks can increase your well-being, but only if you do these types of activities, experts sayCNN
3 min read · Sep 1st · Breaks lasting 10 minutes or less can increase energy and reduce fatigue for workers in some types of jobs but show minimal results for others. · Shared by 437, including Ines Bieler
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The analysis did not examine how often people should pause for microbreaks, but Macsinga recommended workers take them as frequently as they need to.
Well+Good
You Can Boost Your Mood by Eating More of These 3 Nutrients, Says an Internal Medicine PhysicianWell+Good
3 min read · Sep 2nd · Tell me: Is there anything omega-3s can't do? · Shared by 434, including ellie-kempton
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"Our brains are a reflection of what we put into our bodies, and one of the most important ways that we influence them is the quality of what we eat,"
WebMD
We're Increasingly Disconnected and That Has ConsequencesWebMD
6 min read · Sep 23rd · For a "connected" society, many of us feel more isolated than ever – and that’s dangerous for our long-term health. But there may be reasons to be hopeful. · Shared by 418, including Ines Bieler
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A famous study published in 2010 in PLOS Medicine concluded that social connections were as important to health as not smoking and more impactful than exercise.
Tiny Buddha
4 Things to Remember When Life Feels HopelessTiny Buddha
3 min read · Sep 12th · If you’re going through difficult times and feeling hopeless, these four reminders may help. · Shared by 379
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We forget that it always feels impossible until it’s done, and that we have overcome similar struggles in the past.
Eric Barker
How To Stop Feeling Anxious And Live A Happy LifeEric Barker
8 min read · Aug 28th · The modern world feels custom designed to make you feel anxious. Here's what it takes to get to calm and feel better... · Shared by 368
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Lifehack
5 Ways to Protect Your Mental Health from Social MediaLifehack
9 min read · Sep 8th · Here are 5 of the most common problems with social media, alongside strategies to protect your mental health and well-being. · Shared by 332
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You are comparing your entire life to their highlight reel.
Tiny Buddha
5 Ways to Use Movement (Not Exercise) to Support Your Mental HealthTiny Buddha
5 min read · Sep 12th · De-stress, remove tension, regulate emotions, and improve your mental health all just by moving your body. No exercise required! · Shared by 329
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The Guardian
Doomscrolling linked to poor physical and mental health, study findsThe Guardian
2 min read · Sep 5th · The tendency to be glued to bad news can spark a ‘vicious cycle’ that interferes with our lives, researcher says · Shared by 280, including Tactical Tech, Dr. Alec Couros, Jo Hemmings 🇺🇦, Matt Navarra
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CNET
Make Your Body Produce More 'Happy' Hormones: Naturally Boost Dopamine and SerotoninCNET
5 min read · Jun 29th · The secret to a happy brain starts with these four stress-fighting hormones. · Shared by 3410, including ellie-kempton, Martin Soorjoo, André Borges, Lynda
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Laughter is one way to boost endorphins naturally. So is eating dark chocolate, watching your favorite drama on Netflix, working out and meditating.   Endorphins are released in response to pain, but that doesn't mean you should seek out ways to cause yourself harm (like by overexercising or pushing yourself beyond your limits) just to feel good. 
Ness Labs
The psychology of negative thinkingNess Labs
4 min read · Apr 29th · When negative thinking becomes the norm, it can contribute to mental health problems including social anxiety, low self-esteem, and even depression. To avoid falling into that pattern, let’s explore… · Shared by 3096, including ellie-kempton, Stephanie A Kowalski, Massimiliano Aroffo, Tamsen Webster, Message Strategist (she/her)
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when you’re already feeling anxious or depressed, succumbing to negative thought patterns is unfortunately likely to worsen the way you feel.
thegrowtheq.com
What To Do When You're Tired of Being Tiredthegrowtheq.com
4 min read · Jul 5th · In our first session this year, my coaching client Jane told me that she has rested, given herself permission to feel down, and lowered her personal bar, just as we all have been advised to do as we… · Shared by 2755
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A mantra I use in my own life is, “This is what’s happening right now. I’m doing the best that I can. Just get going, and see what happens.”
shonda rhimes
A Path to Well-Being: Get to Know Your Neurotransmittersshonda rhimes
5 min read · May 24th · In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, learn about the brain chemicals that affect mood and how to make them work for you. · Shared by 2246
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When we get caught up in anxiety, for example, serotonin and dopamine drop, and stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol spike
MEL Magazine
Why Talking to Strangers Is the Best Thing You Can Do for Your Mental HealthMEL Magazine
~11 min read · May 31st · “That’s great work you’re doing there. It really is the most neatly arranged stack of loaves of bread I’ve seen in a long while…” These... · Shared by 1973, including Jeremy Caplan, Nir Eyal
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“Start with easy stuff, like talking to the barista at the coffee shop, or the checkout person at the store, where you know you both have a limited time.”
The New York Times
Stop Trying to Be ProductiveThe New York Times
7 min read · From 2020 · The internet wants you to believe you aren’t doing enough with all that “extra time” you have now. But staying inside and attending to basic needs is plenty. · Shared by 1721, including Katja Evertz, Bethany Brookshire, Andreas Spiegler, Dr. Cheryl Arutt, Brian Stelter, Deb Lee, Mathew Ingram, Chris Bailey, Jeremy Caplan, Stephanie A Kowalski, Ali Mattu, Ph.D., Robert Rose, Merkstatt, Leah Klungness, 💥 Katie Martell, Brian Solis, Sprout Social, Thomas Power, Christian Müller, Shawn Venasse
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“I’m trying to be more OK with just being.”
The Conversation
How mindfulness and dance can stimulate a part of the brain that can improve mental healthThe Conversation
4 min read · Jul 7th · The brain’s somatosensory cortex may help enrich our emotional experiences and improve our mental health. Mindfulness and dance movement therapy may be effective ways to activate it. · Shared by 1599
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Those factors can enhance overall self-awareness, which contributes to improvement of mental health through potential reorganization of the somatosensory cortex.
healthing.ca
‘Small break’ from social media can have big impact on mental healthhealthing.ca
May 9th · Shared by 1498, including Timothy Caulfield
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Stylist Magazine
This is why we’re so addicted to feeling busy at work (and what to do about it)Stylist Magazine
1 min read · Jun 3rd · The answer lies in the concept of “optimal busyness” · Shared by 1347, including Stephanie A Kowalski, Ines Bieler
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