By Dr Carol Graham America can appear to be sharply divided by politics, incomes and even life expectancy. But why are poor black Americans so much more optimistic than their…
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5 Ways to Live Your Best Life, According to Science
The quality and quantity of your life is mostly up to you. by Christina DesMarais CREDIT: Getty Images The quality and quantity of your life is–in large part–up to you.…
3 Scientific Facts About Kissing for Valentine’s Day
Science is only beginning to understand kissing. Sebastian Ocklenburg, Ph.D. 1. Most of us turn our heads to the right side when kissing. Have you ever paid attention to which…
How Much Weight Can You Lose in a Week?
Dropping pounds too fast will make you lose muscle, too. By Cindy Kuzma and Melissa Matthews Getty ImagesFangXiaNuo There’s no shortage of dramatic weight loss transformations on Instagram, which makes…
Image Still Matters
by Dion M. Harris Ever notice how classically put-together and well-groomed civil rights marchers were in the 1950s and ’60s? Starched or carefully-ironed shirts and trousers on men; neat blouses…
Accomplish What You Want Most in Life
But first you must know what that is “The timeless in you is aware of life’s timelessness. And knows that yesterday is but today’s memory and tomorrow is today’s dream.” — Kahlil Gibran Are you…
Changing Your Life and Livelihood Is Hard but Worth It
Life changes can be hard, even when they’re obviously worth it by Adi Jaffe Ph.D. When I was still living on the dark side I was surrounded by people who…
The 1 Question to Ask Yourself This New Year
Why? By Nicole Leatherman Why? It’s a small word, but a mighty question, especially when it comes to setting a New Year’s resolution. Some of the common turn-of-the-year goals are weight…
This Is the Damage That Holiday Eating and Drinking Does to Your Liver
This might be a fun month for you, but December’s a rough one for your liver. Levi Brown Four nogs? Your liver drinks them, too. Extra gravy? Your liver consumes…
How to Flip the Switch on Stress
Your thoughts may have more power than you realize. by Beth Kurland Ph.D. Take a moment to try a quick experiment. Say the following out loud if possible, or to yourself…