More Than Chemicals: The Difference Between Pleasure and Happiness

The experience of pleasure is distinct from the experience of happiness. Quite distinct.

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9 Ways to Increase the Positivity in Your Life

You have more control over your happiness than you might think. In fact, the happiest people don’t leave their life satisfaction to chance, they do the work necessary to make their happiness a priority. While there is no happiness switch that you can simply turn on, focusing your attention on positive thoughts and actions through mindfulness will most certainly lead you toward a more enjoyable and meaningful life.

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The Complicated Link Between Diabetes and Sleep

One of the most serious health consequences of disrupted, poor quality sleep is a significantly increased risk for diabetes. The relationship between sleep and diabetes is complex, and scientists are still working to understand all the ways that sleep and circadian rhythms (also known as your internal biological clock) affect this disease. That said, we have some hints, since we know sleep has a powerful connection to metabolism (how our body uses food for energy), to hormones that regulate appetite and eating patterns, and to the body’s use of blood sugar and insulin.

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What it Means to Have Good Communication Skills in Your Relationship

Probably the single most important contribution you can make to your marriage is to be aware of your own feelings.

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