Can Walking in the Park Make You Smarter?

Can Walking in the Park Make You Smarter?

Can Walking in the Park Make You Smarter? Evidently, yes.  So says Dr. Rachel Hopman, a neuroscientist at Northeastern University in Boston.  She conducted a study which found that spending 20 minutes, 3 times a week, walking in any sort of natural area boosted...
As We Live and Breathe

As We Live and Breathe

I thought I knew a fair amount about breathing from numerous decades of doing Yoga, but there were surprises in James Nestor’s book Breath. In this extensively-researched book, the author explores both ancient teachings and leading-edge science to help us understand the importance of proper breathing techniques for vibrant health and wellbeing. It will change your perceptions – and perhaps your habits – around this thing that you do about 20,000 times a day, mostly unconsciously.