Month: June 2023

Erik Erikson created the theory of psychological development to identify different stages in life. Starting with trust vs. mistrust, the stages go through an entire lifetime, culminating in life’s final stage: ego integrity vs. despair. The sixth stage in this theory is intimacy vs. isolation. This stage usually occurs in the adult years from about…

Will artificial intelligence (AI) wipe out mankind? Could it create the “perfect” lethal bioweapon to decimate the population?1,2 Might it take over our weapons,3,4 or initiate cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, such as the electric grid?5 According to a rapidly growing number of experts, any one of these, and other hellish scenarios, are entirely plausible, unless…

Morning people occupy a certain reputational high ground. They’re often considered more productive and somehow, more virtuous, in the way they go about their days. Research shows there are some mental health benefits that come with naturally rising early, but experts generally agree that the healthiest path is trying to find and match your natural circadian rhythms. Still,…

The “Loneliness Pandemic” has been reported lately, with research showing that younger Brits are experiencing high levels of loneliness, and are over two times more likely to report feeling lonely ‘often’ or ‘always’, than those living their later years (aged 70+). Furthermore, the feeling of loneliness has been reported to continue to be at higher levels since the Covid-19 pandemic. Eeek. After this forced us all…

Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published April 24, 2018. An updated 2023 Dirty Dozen list has been added for comparison. Fresh produce, whether organic or conventionally grown, is one of the healthiest food choices you can make. Organic produce gains an edge, however, because it tends to be more nutritious,…

Fitness goals have an air of gravitas to them—especially in the era of social media. Your feed may be packed with people running a marathon in every state to raise money for a great cause, or trying to squat heavy to win a CrossFit competition. While these targets are valiant (scratch that, really freaking cool),…

Nestled within the striking Sonoran Desert, Scottsdale, Arizona, seamlessly blends vibrant city living with a profound respect for nature. Its captivating Western charm harmonizes with a burgeoning contemporary art scene, progressive culinary experiences, and innovative technology hubs, making the city the perfect environment for contemporary living. Undeniably, the Scottsdale townhomes for sale capture this unique…

Cancer doesn’t have to rob you of your joy and peace. In fact, if you choose, it can serve as an opportunity for tremendous personal growth, insight, and deeper healing. Psychologist and cancer survivor Susan Apollon’s new book, An Inside Job, offers insight into the true nature of healing and how to tap into your…

Thoracic surgeons have long been pioneers in transplantation, delivering the first successful lung, heart-lung, and triple organ transplants at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. They have also led the way in minimally invasive lung surgery. Uniportal Robotic Thoracic Surgery Robotic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that can remove lung cancer or other abnormalities. During the…