It’s said that a smile can light up a room, but did you know certain circuits in your brain also “light up” when you grin? As it turns out, there’s an intriguing relationship between the expression on your face and the mood you’re experiencing—one that, to some degree, can be “hacked” to help elevate your… Continue reading How a Smile Can Change Your Brain Chemistry
You’re standing on the ledge of a scenic lookout point, safely protected by guardrails when—suddenly—the thought of tumbling over the rail pops into your mind with morbid detail. You’re driving down the highway on a nice, sunny day when—out of nowhere—you picture yourself snapping your steering wheel to the left and hurtling into oncoming traffic.… Continue reading What are Intrusive Thoughts, & How Do I Stop Them?
