These Musicians Play Classical Songs At Crime Scenes to Help Neighbors Heal After Tragedy
These musicians soothe their neighbors by setting up their instruments after all the police and law enforcement teams have left local crime scenes.
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Optimistic People Shown to Sleep Better and Longer
Having an optimistic attitude does a lot more than just improve your mood—this new research says that it helps you get a better nights sleep.
Increasing Tree Cover on City Streets May Be Like Community 'Superfood' -Improving Health by 33%
This intriguing new study shows that communities with improved tree coverage were mentally healthier-but the same benefits did not apply to grassy spaces.
Want to Get Your Creative Juices Flowing? This New Study Says You Could Try Playing Minecraft
A new study from Iowa State University says that playing certain video games – particularly Minecraft – can help people think more creatively.
If You've Ever Taken a Picture That Embodies Kindness, Then It Could Win You Some Cash in This Photo Contest
Photographers from all over the world are being asked to submit pictures that embody kindness and compassion – and the entries from last year are gorgeous.
If You Worry About Having ADHD, Don't Despair - Scientists Now Believe Leonardo da Vinci Had It Too
"I hope that Leonardo's legacy can help us to change some of the stigma around ADHD," said the researcher who led the study.
Music Takes 13 Minutes to 'Release Sadness' and 9 to Make You Happy, Says New Study
Musical scientists have finally determined the exact amount of time it takes for music ease symptoms of depression and anxiety.
The Science of Kindness: Biology Proves How We Are All Connected
The basic lessons of biology teach us exactly why we are all connected with each other—and why that's important.
These Are The Best Things About Aging, as Voted By People Over 50
A new survey uncovers the positive aspects about aging—and almost half of adults over 50 say their self-confidence and fulfillment has increased with age.
How to Follow Negative News Without Getting Depressed
Spoiler alert: it is possible for spiritually-minded individuals to follow current events without feeling discouraged or depressed.
Smelling Your Lover's Shirt Could Improve Your Sleep As Much as Sleeping Aids
People who slept with their romantic partner's t-shirt was shown to improve sleep quality on par with sleep supplements such as melatonin.
Altruistic Babies? New Study Shows Hungry Toddlers Will Give Up Food in Order to Help Others
This heartening study shows that human babies are naturally willing to sacrifice their own wants and needs in order to help a stranger.
Doing Something Nice For Others Can Immediately Relieve Sensations of Physical and Mental Pain, Says New Study
This intriguing new study says that altruism and charity can reduce pain and increase peoples' accute and chronic pain thresholds.
Have You Found Meaning in Life? Scientific Study Says the Answer Could Determine Health and Longevity
Researchers are finally attempting to figure out the measurable physical and emotional impacts of philosophical questions such as "What is my purpose?"
Generosity Pays: Selfless People Tend to Make More Money
This new study from Stockholm University shows that nice guys might not finish last—and greed may not be the path to prosperity, after all.
How Meditation Can Help You Make Fewer Mistakes, According to Largest Study of Its Kind
The study was conducted on participants who had never meditated before—and they immediately began to show signs of neural change after the session.
Veterans Are Finding Lasting Peace After Taking These Free Journeys into Nature for Months at a Time
Rather than prescribing medication to US veterans suffering from PTSD, these ex-military members are finding therapy in nature.
Stressed to the Max? New Study Shows Deep Sleep Can Reduce Anxiety By 30%
This new research from UC Berkeley shows that there is a direct correlation between feeling overanxious and undersleeping.
Companies With Co-Workers Who Don't Get Along Should Encourage Gratitude Journaling, Says Study
University of Central Florida researchers found that gratitude journals in the workplace can help employee well-being.
Dreading a Dark Winter Lockdown? Think Like a Norwegian
WS looks to Norway to see how their traditions of coping with long cold winters can help Americans in states facing second lockdowns.
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