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Good gut bugs ease stress and improve memory

Taking a probiotic strain of Bifidobacterium longum reduced physiologic and psychological stress and led to a modest improvement in memory in a small pilot study of healthy men. The study builds on preclinical studies that identified this B longum strain

Posted in General, Psychiatry

Mediterranean Diet Linked to Larger Brain Volume

A new study provides more evidence that following a Mediterranean-type diet (MeDi) is good for the brain. In a multiethnic cohort of elderly dementia-free adults, those more adherent to the MeDi had larger brain volume than their less adherent peers.

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Grandma’s Experiences Leave Epigenetic Mark on Your Genes | DiscoverMagazine.com

Grandma’s Experiences Leave Epigenetic Mark on Your Genes | DiscoverMagazine.com. Amazing article about how events in grandma’s life can effect the genes you get from her!

Posted in Systemic Constellations

Humility versus Expediency

Both humility and expediency show up as flexibility. So what is the difference? Humility involves a commitment to our values. An open hearted awareness certainly helps us to heal and to grow. Our values give this growth some sort of

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“This is not McMindfulness by any stretch of the imagination” – The Psychologist

“This is not McMindfulness by any stretch of the imagination” – The Psychologist. An interesting interview with JonKabat Zinn discussing the place of mindfulness in relation to psychology and Buddhism.

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Mindfulness meditation beats sleep hygiene for older adults

Older adults who suffer from moderate insomnia may benefit from mindfulness meditation, a clinical trial shows. The research indicates this form of meditation is a better bet for a good night’s sleep than the more conventional strategy of focusing on

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Heaven and Hell

An old monk was sitting in deep meditation by the side of the road with his eyes half closed, his legs crossed and his hands folded in his lap. Suddenly his meditation was interrupted by the gruff and strident voice

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Constellations& Gestalt – a closer look

Constellations& Gestalt – a closer look This article is by Gordon Wheeler, an American psychologist who is president of the famous Esalen Institute. www.esalen.org For those interested it discusses the connection between Gestalt therapy and Family / systemic work. Enjoy!

Posted in Systemic Constellations

Self compassion, Mindfulness and Healthy Attachment

Attachment patterns established between parents  and children serve those children well through life. It allows them to form healthy adult friendships and intimate relationships. I also allows them to embrace the opportunities that life presents to them. When attachment is healthy,

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An empathic young mum getting special support from her own mum

http://www.theage.com.au/comment/-2qqby.html In this article the author is considering the position of Prince William with his new baby but without his mother. She was in a similar situation and found a very creative solution. These are the sorts of solutions that

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