Mindfulness meditation-based pain relief For years now researchers have been looking at cognitive-based approaches to pain relief. There have been success with interventions using hypnosis, acupuncture and distraction, and of course, the placebo effect shows that the body can, on occasion, heal itself. The effect isn’t magic — it is down to the opioids. The…
What Is Mindful Eating: Benefits and How to Practice One of the core mindfulness skills we teach on our programme is paying attention while doing everyday tasks. This includes eating. If we are not being mindfulness, many of us eat without tasting or experiencing our food — even a favourite meal may be wolfed down…
PTSD Meditation: How It Works and How to Try It New research has shown the mindfulness is an effective therapy for people suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The research was conducted with American soldiers who had experienced combat. They were enrolled in a 16 week programme, which included mindfulness. Their results were compared with…
Tips to Practice Mindfulness Through Knitting Form of mindfulness: Over the last few years, colouring books for adults have become incredibly popular. Not only do these help you rediscover the fun of colouring in, but concentrating on colours and shapes helps you clear your mind of chattering, persistent thoughts. I was recently asked what I…
Can neuroscience tell how you’ll vote? Neuroscience: An Irish election has just past, and an American election is looming, but have you ever considered how exactly you decide who to vote for? Now, presumably you’ll say that you choose a candidate based on his or her platform, promises, political party affiliation and other such rational…
The Surprising Secret to Longevity – The surprising secret to a long life You won’t be surprised to hear that unhealthy lifestyle choices, like smoking, excessive drinking and bad eating habits play a role in how long you’ll live. Nor would you be amazed to learn that chronic illness affects the number of years you’ll…
The Neuroscience of Conflict and its Impact on Workforce Conflict – Imagine this scenario: You are driving to work and your car stalls at the red light. Behind you impatient drivers start honking. How do you feel? Here’s another one: You’re giving a presentation at work, and Joe from accounts disputes your figures. You’ve gone…
The Neuroscience of Mindfulness Meditation Exploring the neuroscience of mindfulness: Are you a religious person? Perhaps you attend mass every week and pray daily. Maybe you prefer the term “spiritual” because you believe in a higher power, but you’re not an adherent of any particular religion. Then again, you could be someone who has lost…