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MARTIAL ARTS FOR WELLNESS- PART 3: THE MINDFUL FIGHTER-MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL BENEFITS OF MARTIAL ARTS
Often, when we think of martial arts, our minds jump to high-flying kicks, deft moves, and physical prowess. However, beneath the surface...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 13, 20242 min read


FROM CONCEPTION TO CONCLUSION: THE LIFELONG JOURNEY OF BRAIN DEVELOPMENT
Introduction Our brain is the intricate masterpiece of nature, a pulsating powerhouse that governs our thoughts, emotions, actions, and...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 12, 202412 min read


MARTIAL ARTS FOR WELLNESS PART 2: EXPLORING MAJOR MARTIAL ARTS - FEATURES AND BENEFITS
The spectrum of martial arts is as diverse as human culture itself. From the serene movements of Tai Chi to the explosive techniques of...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 11, 20243 min read


PRACTICAL APPROACHES TO RESOLVING DISPUTES
Introduction Conflicts are as ancient as humanity itself. From the early disagreements between hunter-gatherer tribes to the modern-day...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 10, 20243 min read


MARTIAL ARTS FOR WELLNESS PART1 : HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF MARTIAL ARTS- A JOURNEY THROUGH WELLNESS
Introduction to the Philosophy and Ethos Behind Different Martial Arts Martial arts, while often depicted as mere combat techniques, have...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 8, 20243 min read


UNDERSTANDING THE ROOTS OF CONFLICT
Introduction In the rich tapestry of human interaction, conflicts arise as a natural counterpart to harmony. They're part and parcel of...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 8, 20242 min read


LOW-GRADE INFLAMMATION: CAUSES, EFFECTS AND INTERVENTIONS
Inflammation is the body's natural response to injury, infection, or harmful stimuli. While acute inflammation can be beneficial for...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 7, 20242 min read


CHRONIC ILLNESS & NEURO-PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPLICATIONS: A CASCADE EFFECT
Introduction Imagine waking up each day with relentless pain, fatigue, or some other persistent ailment. For many, this isn't a...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 6, 20243 min read


BIOHACKING THE AGING PROCESS: SCIENTIFIC PATHWAYS TO LONGEVITY
Introduction Biohacking, at its core, involves taking control of one's own biology. In a world increasingly influenced by technology and...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 5, 202410 min read


FROM GUT HEALTH TO MENTAL HEALTH: THE ENTERIC NERVOUS SYSTEM CONNECTION
Introduction The profound interplay between the gut and brain is one of the most fascinating intersections in the world of health. The...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 4, 20242 min read


DYNAMIC VS. STATIC STRETCHING: WHICH SHOULD YOU CHOOSE AND WHEN?
The world of fitness is replete with varied opinions on nearly every topic, and stretching is no exception. Two commonly discussed...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 3, 20244 min read


BODIES IN MOTION : HOW PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SHAPES THE BRAIN
Introduction The adage "sound mind in a sound body" traces its origins to ancient philosophical treatises, but only in recent decades has...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 2, 20243 min read


30-DAY BRAIN BOOST CHALLENGE: UNLOCKING COGNITIVE POTENTIAL LONGEVITY
Introduction In a rapidly evolving world, our cognitive abilities serve as the backbone for success, contentment, and sustained personal...

Sara Sutherland
Oct 1, 20247 min read


UNMASKING THE ILLUSION OF COMPETENCE
In the corridors of human cognition, there lies a peculiar phenomenon where individuals with low ability at a task often overestimate...

Sara Sutherland
Sep 25, 20243 min read


VIRTUAL CALORIES: THE ROLE OF VR IN MODERN WEIGHT LOSS THERAPIES
Introduction: A Virtual Revolution in Weight Loss Virtual Reality (VR) has transported us to distant galaxies and fantastical realms, but...

Sara Sutherland
Sep 24, 20242 min read


HEDONIC ADAPTATION: THE REASON WHY HAPPINESS IS ALWAYS JUST OUT OF REACH
Humans have an incredible capacity to adapt. Whether we're facing adversity or swimming in prosperity, we possess an innate ability to...

Sara Sutherland
Sep 23, 20242 min read


STRESS AND EATING BEHAVIOR: THE UNDERLYING PHYSIOLOGY AND MECHANISMS
The correlation between stress and altered eating behavior has intrigued researchers for years. It's a common phenomenon: under...

Sara Sutherland
Sep 22, 20243 min read


NEURO-FITNESS: BRAIN CHEMICALS ACTIVATED BY DIFFERENT EXERCISES
The interplay between physical activity and the brain is profound. It's not merely about losing those extra pounds or building muscles;...

Sara Sutherland
Sep 20, 20243 min read


DEBUNKING THE MYTH OF HEMISPHERIC DOMINANCE
The concept of hemispheric dominance, popularly known as “left-brained” or “right-brained” thinking, has infiltrated mainstream thought...

Sara Sutherland
Sep 19, 20242 min read


THE ANATOMY OF CHANCE: DO “LUCKY” PEOPLE SIMPLY PAY BETTER ATTENTION
The elusive concept of luck has long been romanticized in folklore, literature, and pop culture. A four-leaf clover, a horseshoe hung...

Sara Sutherland
Sep 18, 20242 min read
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