Psychology shows that how we talk to ourselves directly impacts our confidence and performance. Negative thoughts activate stress responses, while positive self-talk releases dopamine and serotonin — ...

Anxiety is basically our mind's alarm system ringing too many times, even in the absence of actual trouble. While worry is expected from time to time, chronic anxiety can interfere with sleep, ...

Truth: They woke up like this. Some people really are more inclined to find joy in exercise. But! You can rewire your brain to join that “love it” group, research shows. When experts measured the ...

We all face stressful situations— be it because of tight deadlines, unexpected challenges life throws at us, or moments when everything seems to go wrong. But, have you noticed how some people stay ...

If you think being a happier person isn’t in the cards for you, there’s some serious behavioral neuroscience that will change your mind for good (literally). “We have more control [over our happiness] ...

It’s frustrating when you try to hunker down to tackle a project, only to have your mind wander. If this happens more than you’d like, new research has a solution: You can “train” your brain to be ...

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Many people want success, but few achieve it. The difference isn't just luck or hard work; it's how the mind is trained. Psychologists say your thoughts create your habits, and your habits create your ...

An estimated 45 million Americans go on a diet every single year, according to the Boston Medical Center. And yet, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly three in ...