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So the Yogis were right?

“Washington scientists have identified a previously unknown system within the brain’s motor cortex that could be the meeting point between your mind and body. Dubbed the somato-cognitive action network, or SCAN, this area that governs certain physical responses is also connected to … Continue reading

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“The modern mind is overstimulated and the modern body is understimulated and overfed. Meditation, exercise, and fasting restore an ancient balance.” Naval Ravikant

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The restorative power of a simple dose of outdoors

“Experts suggest that spending time in nature may not have the same barrier to uptake as exercise, which people might dread or avoid despite knowledge of its benefits. The upside of a nature prescription is not having to work up … Continue reading

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Ever-growing lifespans force us to rethink retirement

A redesign of the retirement framework is essential to build the financial resilience necessary for longer lives Source: Business Day

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Medication vs mindfulness: Which is more effective?

It is estimated that about 265 million people worldwide live with an anxiety disorder, something the World Economic Forum labels “the world’s biggest mental health problem”. In 2019, the SA Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) revealed as many as one … Continue reading

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Is the bicycle really an economic disaster?

A banker made economists think this when he said: ′′ A cyclist is a disaster for the country’s economy: he doesn’t buy cars or borrow money to buy. He doesn’t pay insurance policies. Doesn’t buy fuel, doesn’t pay to take … Continue reading

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Are entrepreneurs liars?

‘“A man’s reach should exceed his grasp, or what’s a heaven for?” — Robert Browning Entrepreneur is a synonym for salesperson, and salesperson is the pedestrian term for storyteller. Pro tip: No startup makes sense. We (entrepreneurs) are all impostors … Continue reading

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Entrepreneurs: Try Harder

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On mindfulness and mental energy

“We’ve all come to work exhausted, or under the weather, or while experiencing some sort of physical pain. We power through it as best we can, unaware that our brains are redirecting critical resources to manage these issues. It’s a … Continue reading

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