Monkey See, Monkey Do: How Corruption, Inequality, and Self-Interest Threaten Civilization
Is Walking the New Wonder Drug?
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- Written by: Thomas E. Yates, University of Leicester
Brisk walking is emerging as one of the most powerful tools for health and longevity. Studies show it reduces heart disease risk, slows biological aging, and may even outperform traditional markers like cholesterol. Just 10 minutes a day can make a profound difference. In a world obsessed with miracle cures, maybe the real elixir of life is right beneath our feet.
Quiet Quitting and Mental Health: The Hidden Burnout Behind the Smile
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- Written by: Alex Jordan, InnerSelf.com
Quiet quitting isn’t just about doing less. It’s a quiet scream for help echoing through open offices and Zoom calls. People are showing up—on time, on paper—but their minds and souls have already left the building. This isn't laziness. It’s emotional survival in a work culture that’s become allergic to boundaries. And it’s slowly killing our mental health.
How Health Tracking with a Smartwatch Can Improve Your Life
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- Written by: Beth McDaniel, InnerSelf.com
Have you ever stopped to think about how often you check your phone just to see how many steps you’ve taken? Or whether you slept enough last night? Or if your heart’s beating a little faster than it should? These days, your wrist might know more about you than your doctor. And while that sounds like the opening line of a sci-fi novel, it’s not. It’s the everyday magic of smartwatches—and they’re quietly changing the way we take care of ourselves.
InnerSelf Magazine: May 12, 2025
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This week at InnerSelf, life offers lessons wrapped in challenges—ranging from finding purpose to confronting systemic injustice. Our new articles help you navigate it all with clarity and heart.
Intermittent Fasting: Benefits, Risks, and Real-Life Strategies
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- Written by: Beth McDaniel, InnerSelf.com
Ever wonder if skipping breakfast could actually help you feel better, think clearer, and live longer? Intermittent fasting isn’t just a trendy weight loss hack—it’s a lifestyle shift that might just surprise you. But it’s not magic. And it’s not one-size-fits-all. The real secret? Learning how to make it work for your life, your body, and your rhythms.
Stress Isn’t the Enemy: How to Use Stress to Your Advantage
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Ever felt like your heart is racing, your thoughts are spinning, and your shoulders are carrying the weight of the world? That, my friend, is stress—your body’s built-in alarm system. But what if I told you that not all stress is bad? That sometimes, it’s actually pushing you toward something better? Let’s dive into the messy, misunderstood, and surprisingly meaningful world of stress.
Your Future is Powered by Your Dreams
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What if your dreams were already showing you the future? Theresa Cheung offers daily practices to harness your precognitive potential and live your future-forward life.
The Easy Way to Discover and Live Your Life Purpose
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- Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com
What if discovering your life purpose was simpler than you think? It begins with knowing what brings true joy and peace.
InnerSelf Magazine: May 5, 2025
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From letting go of hurtful words to understanding what women deserve in relationships, this week’s InnerSelf articles explore how we relate to others, to ourselves, and to the shifting world around us.
Sticks and Stones: How to Let Go of Hurtful Words
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Words can hurt—but they don’t have to. Discover how to stop taking things personally, respond with compassion, and find peace within yourself.
What All Women Deserve in a Relationship
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Too many women have settled for less in love and relationships. Learn how to claim the equality, love, and respect every woman deserves in her relationship—without apology.
They Are Just Like You: A Lesson in Humanity from a Retired Israeli General
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Raised in a home for at-risk youth, Elyezer Shkedy shares how growing up between two worlds taught him the power of compassion, equality, and the timeless wisdom of Hillel the Elder. This reflection is a heartfelt call to see others as ourselves—human beings, not labels.
Zen, Shrooms, and Shrinks: One Woman’s Journey
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Can Zen, psychedelics, and psychoanalysis work together? Joan K. Peters' explores the powerful intersections between these paths in her search for emotional and spiritual healing.
Feeling Stuck in an Emotional Slump? Here’s the Fast Way Out
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We all hit those invisible walls—the ones that slow us down, sap our energy, and leave us asking: "What happened to my motivation?" Emotional slumps and mental fatigue aren’t rare, but they're often misunderstood. These aren’t character flaws. They’re signals—urgently trying to tell us something's off. But once we understand the why, we can unlock the how: how to get out, how to stay out, and how to rebuild forward.
The Truth About Ashwagandha: Benefits, Risks, and How It Works
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Ashwagandha. Even the name feels like a whisper from the past. An ancient root that has survived millennia, passed down through generations, tucked into the corners of sacred texts and family remedies. But what’s behind the surge in popularity today? Is it really the magic bullet for modern stress? Or is there more to the story? Let’s unpack it, heart to root.
How to Use Rituals for Personal Growth and Social Change
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Rituals and ceremonies are more than tradition—they’re tools to transform your inner world and influence the collective energy field we all share. Find out why and how.
Thinking About Divorce? Ask Yourself These 7 Questions
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Before choosing divorce, reflecting on these seven essential questions might change your mind—or help you see your next steps with clarity and compassion.
When a Relationship Has Run Its Course
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Ending a relationship is never easy, but doing so with honesty and grace can make all the difference. Learn how to heal and move forward with dignity.
How Familiarity Breeds Kindness
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- Written by: Alex Jordan, InnerSelf.com
We like to think we're rational beings, yet something as simple as an accent can trigger instant — and often unconscious — judgments. Research shows that exposure to a variety of accents early in life can significantly reduce these hidden biases. But what about the rest of society? Can we unlearn our biases too? It turns out the answer is yes — if we're willing to listen a little more carefully.
Understanding True Happiness
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What if happiness isn't something you chase but something you build, one small decision at a time? Across the world, the happiest societies have unlocked secrets not tucked away in treasure chests, but woven into everyday life. Today, let's walk together through what happiness really means, how to invite it into your life, and what lessons the world's happiest communities can teach us.
InnerSelf's Inspiration for the week of April 28 - May 4, 2025
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What kind of life are you cooking up? This week's InnerSelf Inspiration invites you to choose thoughts, actions, and beliefs that nourish happiness, health, and peace of mind.
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