Research shows most January goals don’t stick—but being more intention-based about getting a new job or hitting the gym can ...

In a world that often feels heavy with negativity, cultivating a positive mindset can seem like a daunting task. However, the good news is that our brains are remarkably adaptable. With the right ...

Being called “ugly” is often dismissed as a childhood insult or a fleeting act of cruelty, but research in psychology shows ...

For over a decade, neuroscientists have been trying to figure out how neurogenesis (the birth of new neurons) and neuroplasticity (the malleability of neural circuits) work together to reshape how we ...

Thoughts, behaviors and habits can often hold people back from reaching their potential. Nicole Vignola, author of “Rewire: Break the Cycle, Alter Your Thoughts and Create Lasting Change” joins TODAY ...

It's crazy how our brains can hijack our day—one moment you're fine, the next you're fuming about something that probably won't matter next week. But on the bright side, your brain is remarkably ...

That mental merry-go-round of “what ifs” and “should haves” isn’t just annoying. It’s actually rewiring your brain as you read this sentence. Overthinking – that relentless mental chewing on problems ...

Intermittent fasting has moved far beyond a weight loss trend, with early evidence hinting that time restricted eating may ...

Burnout often results from extended periods enduring the emotional stress precipitated by unaccomplished expectations or failure to fulfill unreasonable demands. The symptoms can include intensified ...

(CNN) — Happiness is an idea that has been woven into the fabric of humanity, going back to ancient civilizations. Roughly 250 years ago, it made its way into this country’s Declaration of ...

What do you anticipate when you are about to go for a 20-minute walk, but struggle with chronic pain in your back, legs, or feet? You probably dread the inevitable ache radiating from your back or the ...

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