In a world where the phrase “mind over matter” is often tossed around, recent scientific research sheds light on how profound that concept truly is. Studies increasingly affirm that your thoughts directly impact everything from your brain and spirit to your immune system and even your genes. This insight has profound implications for your health ...
In the heart of Henan Province, China, nestled within the Funiu Mountain Range, lies a tale of resilience, dedication, and love that transcends the ordinary. This is the story of Du Guangyun, a rural teacher from Nanzhao County, and his wife, Li Zhengjie, whose unwavering spirit has become a beacon of hope and inspiration. The ...
In the Song Dynasty (960-1279), Ma Mo was the governor of Dengzhou in Shandong Province. He found a problem with the regulation of holding prisoners on the island of Shamen and had to devise a good solution. According to the rule of the Song Dynasty, the number of prisoners that could be held on Salmon ...
Music holds a special kind of magic that can profoundly touch your life. Sometimes, it can enhance your concentration, while at other times, it can help soothe your emotions or alleviate stress. There is no doubt that music has a remarkable ability to influence your innermost feelings. But have you ever stopped to wonder why ...
Remember the emotions you experienced around sadness that came with the last time you failed miserably at something? Or the last time you were so anxious about an upcoming event that you couldn’t concentrate for days? These types of emotions are unpleasant to experience and can even feel overwhelming. People often try to avoid them, ...
In a world where the pursuit of personal happiness often overshadows traditional values, the ancients believed that true blessings come from good virtue. The ancients identified five blessings: longevity, wealth, health and peace, good morals, and an excellent end to one’s life. Marriage is absent from this list, suggesting that a content life does not ...
In the quiet of midnight on April 1, 2000, a tragedy unfolded in the upscale villa district of Nanjing, China. This tragedy later gave rise to an extraordinary tale of compassion and humanity with the formation of the Pfrang Association. A night of horror Four unemployed young men, armed with knives and seeking to commit ...
In the 1800s, German philosopher Immanuel Kant was very critical. He is famous for making significant advances in studying ethics and morals. Kant was born in 1724 in Berlin, Prussia. He spent his life trying to determine right and wrong and how to make moral choices. This article will discuss Kant’s ideas, breaking down the ...
Feeling perpetually fatigued despite a full night’s sleep? This common conundrum often stems from the brain not achieving genuine rest. To combat this, consider adopting the following three restorative practices. These methods promise to invigorate your spirit, enhance your mental acuity, and boost productivity in work and learning. Effective rest techniques 1. Mental rest Contrary ...
Dr. Carl Jung was a Swiss-born psychoanalyst who greatly influenced the study of dreams. The theories of Carl Jung (1875-1961) remain a valuable source of guidance into the world of dreams. Many other theories have been proposed since his time. However, his analysis of the nature and meaning of dreaming still stands as the most ...