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Sleeping In: Debunking the Lazy Myth with Danish Insights from the B-Society
Sleeping in is often seen as being lazy, while getting up early is tied to success and prestige. But as we start to understand that everyone has their own peak energy times, with some people being more productive later in the day, this view is shifting. A Danish point of view suggests that tweaking our schedules to allow for different start times could actually be a good thing. We speak with Camilla Kring from the B-Society.
7 min read


Synchronicity: Are You Team 'Coincidence' or 'It's a Sign'?
When it comes to something like synchronicity, we're either all in or a bit skeptical. But right between believing and scientific thinking, there's a whole world of possibilities. Want to explore it together? Four experts on synchronicity and coincidence are here to inspire us.
8 min read


Staying-Fit Tips? To Walk like the Ministry of Silly Walks. Obviously.
Walking helps us stay fit, but some innovative researchers found that walking in a silly manner, like John Cleese in Monty Python's 'Ministry of Silly Walks,' to be precise, burns more energy and boosts mood effectively. It can make you wonder: do our everyday activities have to be the same every day?
2 min read


Dr. Kim D’Eramo on the Power of Surrender and Innate Healing.
Have you ever considered that true healing might sometimes come from within, rather than a battle fought externally? Join us in exploring the profound insights shared by Dr. Kim D’Eramo on why it sometimes pays to surrender to our innate healing.
5 min read


About Rosie: Aging Gracefully (-ish) and the Magical Garden Shed.
There are people who age, there are people who age positively, and then there are people who have their own unique way of aging gracefully. Mary Contrary met such a person—her remarkable neighbor Rosie, an 'old' lady who saw right through you—yes, you, with all your stereotypes about life and the elderly! This is the story of Rosie, based on a real-life event.
8 min read


Help, I'm Middle Aged, So Now it Will all Go Downhill from Here!
Many of us in the Western world view older people as vulnerable (and a bit comical) and expect our own decline of mind and body to begin as early as middle age, as if it were inevitable. But could these expectations—especially when reinforced by societal norms—actually influence the outcome?
4 min read


Meet Deb Dana: Glimmers and Falling in Love with Life.
Did you know that, although we are naturally inclined to focus on the negative, we also possess the innate ability to concentrate on the positive? Our bodies are wired for this, and it promotes our well-being. Deb Dana introduces to us her easy-to-use concept of 'Glimmers' and shows how they can help us fall in love with life again.
6 min read


MOVIE Therapy: Self Healing From Your Own Couch.
An expert in psychology from the UK, Jenny Hamilton, has come up with an inspiring therapeutic idea called the MOVIE Model. It's a science-based, fun twist on therapy that lets us enjoy some therapeutic and self-healing benefits right from our couch... by simply watching a movie!
3 min read


Meet Paula Prober's Rainforest Mind: Sensitive, Clever, Complex.
Ever feel just that bit too sensitive, complex, creative, intense, curious, or misunderstood? Psychotherapist Paula Prober tells us about the "Rainforest Mind." If we are all unique ecosystems, this one feels both too much and not enough. And it might just be you or someone you know. Meet the Rainforest Mind.
5 min read


What is Agriculture? Swiss Expert Calls for Broader Perspective.
Today we have some tough agricultural challenges to deal with like pesticides, fairness, and global food security. The Agriculture Section at the Goetheanum in Dornach, Switzerland, advocates for a bigger-picture approach that not only deals with these issues, but also benefits the planet, people, food, animals, and nature. This is their story.
2 min read


"Tapping" for Anxiety, Health and...Shifting Perspectives!
So, we're open to a new perspective. But, are we really? Our subconscious voices and limiting beliefs can make genuine change difficult. Enter energy tapping. Intrigued? Read on as Mary Contrary explores the topic. Mary has successfully used tapping for years on various issues and often practices it while walking her dog.
5 min read


Is Organic Better? Marco van Es on the Power of Naturally Grown Foods.
Is organic food truly better for us? The idea that naturally grown foods may be healthier due to beneficial microbes and fewer pesticides is gaining recognition. We speak with Marco van Es of the Dutch research centre Bac2nature, about diversity, and the bigger picture.
7 min read


The Meaning of Willpower: It Makes Life So Much Better. Right?
If only we had more self-control. We'd eat healthier, exercise regularly, avoid indulgences, eliminate procrastination, and increase savings. Achieving these goals sounds ideal. Right? Isn't it time to rethink our meaning of willpower?
4 min read


Chef Frank Fol: Green Cuisine is Evolving and it is Happening Everywhere.
Renowned vegetable Chef Frank Fol travels the world in search of the crème de la crème of green cuisine, a new world where fruits, vegetables and colour take centre stage over meat and fish. Can we change our perspective on food? Chef Fol says it's not only possible, but that it's already happening. This is his story.
8 min read


Integrative Health and Today's Changing World of Holistic Care
Healthcare is evolving with a rise in chronic, less clear-cut conditions and a desire for personalised care, blending Western and holistic approaches. This integration draws on ancient healing wisdom to achieve an all-round recovery. Dr. Toh Wong and Dr. Naveed Akhtar, leaders in British integrative healthcare, share their insights.
7 min read
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