One of the more popular types supplements on the market these days are called nootropics.  These are essentially a more natural version of "smart drugs"that are made to enhance both  brain power and physical performance .  Of course, one could say the original nootropic is coffee which contains caffeine.  Caffeine is a known to boost brain power, mood, and other cognitive benefits.  In fact, coffee is probably the most widely used nootropic, although it is more often … [Read more...]

 Over the past half century, society has become more isolating each and every decade.  Particularly with the advent of the various technologies that originally may have been made to help bring us together, but over time have done the opposite.  This can be said of the television and now to video games and of course social media.It also doesn't help that as couples pair off these days, they tend to dissociate with their former single friends for other married couples and "family … [Read more...]

Life has become more stressful than it ever has been throughout history.  And one of the most common problems associated with stress is overthinking.  And when we overthink, it simply creates more stress.  In fact overthinking is often associated as being a type of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.Overthinking can lead to a number of problems interfering in our lives from both a mental and physical perspective from lack of sleep, unable to perform our jobs, and leading to taking … [Read more...]

Have you ever wished you could reprogram your brain, just as a hacker would a computer? In this three-step guide to improving your mental habits, learn to take charge of your mind and banish negative thoughts, habits, and anxiety - in just 21 days! A seasoned author, comedian, and entrepreneur, Sir John Hargrave once suffered from unhealthy addictions, anxiety, and poor mental health. After cracking the code to unlocking his mind's full and balanced potential, his entire life changed for the … [Read more...]

 You've probably heard of dopamine at one point or another.  Commonly referred to as the "feel good" chemical in the brain, it is a neurotransmitter that helps control the brain's reward and pleasure centers. Dopamine also helps regulate movement and emotional responses, and it enables us not only to see rewards, but to take action to move toward them.Dopamine is important for many of our daily behaviors. It plays a role in how we move, for instance, as well as what we eat … [Read more...]