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MDMA Microdosing: Is it Legal and What Are the Risks?

Microdosing the party drug MDMA – AKA Molly or Ecstasy – can lead to increased mood and sociability while lowering feelings of depression and

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Microdosing 101: A Modern Phenomenon Rooted in Ancient Times

Fans of microdosing claim it offers a host of benefits, from enhanced creativity to reduced depression. But what does current research say, and is it

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Self-Validation: How to Validate Yourself in 5 Steps

Failure to self-validate can lead to problems such as impulsive behaviour and the inability to manage emotional responses. Psychologist Stanislava

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The key to a good life is not what you think

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A unique study looking into the lives of men has found that happiness is not obtained from work, wealth or fame. In fact, the keys to a good life lie much closer to home.

An

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Economic hardship: the three things that bring happiness during financial difficulties

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During times of economic hardship, how is happiness affected? Arlo Laibowitz examines how social contacts, religiosity and political confidence helps people to stay cheerful when facing financial

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Apart of Me: a safe virtual space to help young people deal with grief

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Young people often struggle with grief following a loss, but a new app, Apart of Me, could help change that. Tine Steiss sat down with co-founder Louis Weinstock to find out more about this exciting

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Mindful people are happier due to clearer authenticity

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Many people believe that mindfulness makes us happier. But how does mindful living improve our authenticity (sense of self), or our happiness? New research sheds light on some of these fascinating

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The amazing effects of MBSR: backed up by science

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MBSR or mindfulness-based stress reduction is a technique growing in popularity. Ed Gould takes a look at the science behind it and the growing list of physical and mental positive effects on the

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