Sandra is a neuroscientist and she talks about how your mind has a strong idea of what your weight "should" be. This is called your "set point" and does a lot to explain why dieting doesn't work. What … [Read more...] about Why dieting doesn’t usually work
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Ubuntu – I am because of you
Ubuntu - I am because of you Boyd Varty, TED Women 2013 - December 2013 Inspirational and almost unbelievable stories from a South African who's lived most of his life in the midst of nature. He's … [Read more...] about Ubuntu – I am because of you
The Depths of Who You Are
The Depths of Who You Are by Eckhart Tolle - 3rd January 2014 In this short teaser video, Eckhart covers some serious ground that many will find hard to swallow. I think he's right on the mark. … [Read more...] about The Depths of Who You Are
The Miracle Of Mindfulness
The Miracle Of Mindfulness - An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation By Thich Nhat Hanh, Beacon Press, originally published in 1975. This is a classic book about meditation and I really … [Read more...] about The Miracle Of Mindfulness
Mind Over Medicine : scientific proof you can heal yourself
This book shows, in a clear scientific way, how the mind is a much bigger factor in our health that we are led to believe. Lissa starts the book off considering the placebo effect and wonders, if it … [Read more...] about Mind Over Medicine : scientific proof you can heal yourself