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Sleep and good mental health

Sleep and good mental health - Heartfulness Magazine : Heartfulness Magazine - Heartfulness Magazine DR DAMON ASHWORTH  is a clinical psychologist and sleep researcher. Here he describes the benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for overcoming insomnia, and also offers many solutions to help with sleep problems. Sleep difficulties are a feature of nearly every mental health problem, including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, bipolar disorder, psychosis and schizophrenia. Take depression for example. Up to 90% of individuals with depression have sleep difficulties, and two out of every three have significant enough sleep problems to also have a diagnosis of insomnia. Worse still, insomnia does not tend to go away on its own without appropriate treatment. This is because once people start to sleep poorly, they tend to develop ways of thinking and behaving around sleep that make their problems worse over the long run. Fortunately, there is a treatment out there that ca...
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7 Krishna Secrets Successful People Use Without Realizing

  7 Krishna Secrets Successful People Use Without Realizing 1. Focus on Action, Not Results Successful people understand that how you start your morning shapes the rest of your day. Successful people don’t obsess over whether everything will turn out perfectly. They focus on the work in front of them, the small steps they can take today. When you pour energy into action instead of worrying about outcomes, you naturally get better at what you do, and momentum builds almost on its own. The lesson? Do your part fully, and let the results take care of themselves. Stressing over outcomes only slows you down. 2. Stay Calm, Even When Life Gets Messy Toxic Relationships? Here’s What Krishna Says About Cutting People Off Life isn’t always smooth, and emotions can easily take over. High achievers notice feelings like frustration, fear, or excitement—but they don’t let emotions control their choices. They pause, think, and respond instead of reacting. This emotional balance helps them see sol...
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The Science of a Smile

  The Science of a Smile How happiness affects the body and mind Opening Hook A smile is often dismissed as something small — a reflex, a polite social gesture, a fleeting curve of the lips. But science says it’s far more powerful than we give it credit for. Behind that simple expression is a cascade of biological events that can strengthen the immune system, reduce pain, lower stress, and even lengthen your life. Section 1: Happiness is Biology, Not Just Philosophy The brain’s happiness chemicals : dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins. How a genuine smile activates the brain’s reward system. Positive emotions trigger the parasympathetic nervous system — our body’s “rest-and-repair” mode. Section 2: The Hormonal Ripple Effect Smiling and feeling happy lowers cortisol (the stress hormone). Lower cortisol = reduced inflammation, better heart health, stronger immunity. The “undo effect” of positive emotions: they counteract the physical harm cause...
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A Happy Person Lives Longer

  Sketch of my upcoming book  Part 1 – The Happiness–Longevity Connection   The Science of a Smile – How happiness affects the body and mind.   Stress, Cortisol, and the Clock of Life – Why stress shortens life, and happiness slows the ticking.   The Mind–Body Conversation – How emotions communicate with our immune system, heart, and brain.   Part 2 – Building the Happiness Habit   The Architecture of Joy – Daily rituals that rewire your brain for positivity.   Gratitude as Medicine – The power of thankfulness in extending life.   The Social Vitamin – How friends, family, and community add years to your life.   The Purpose Prescription – Why having meaning keeps you healthier and sharper.   Part 3 – Living Longer the Happy Way   Food for Mood – Nutrition that fuels both happiness and longevity.   Move Your Way to Joy – How exercise acts like a happiness drug.   Mindfulness & Flow – How being present adds quality (...
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How to Punch Like Buffett 20 PUNCHES

  Buffett’s rule keeps one’s feet on mother earth. He says, “The stock market is a device for transferring money from the impatient to the patient.” Instead of chasing 50 stocks, pick a few that are fundamentally strong with solid management pedigree. The idea is not to punch above or below your weight. Like Buffett’s partner Munger would growl, “Do not be stupid. Pick what you know.” How to Punch Like Buffett The biggest question is – How do you choose your 20? Buffett’s rule is a mindset, not a math problem. But both Buffett and Munger loved checklists, so here is one for India: Know Your Circle of competence : Invest ONLY in what you understand. Stick to what Buffett said, “Risk comes from not knowing what you’re doing.” If you cannot explain why a software firm wins or a tech startup loses, skip it. Stick to stocks you know and understand. May be a  bank  or a  FMCG  stock. It could be anything. But you must know it well, and understand the business deeply. ...
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The Anxious Generation

  The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness (2024) by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt explores the sharp rise in youth mental health issues and how technology and overprotective parenting have fundamentally changed childhood Wikipedia PenguinRandomhouse.com . Key Insights 1. The Great Rewiring of Childhood Haidt describes how, around the early 2010s, the shift from "play-based childhoods" to "phone-based childhoods"—driven by smartphone ubiquity—led to dramatic increases in anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicide rates among adolescents PenguinRandomhouse.com TIME The Wall Street Journal . 2. Decline of Unstructured Play Overprotection and reductions in kids’ free, unsupervised play have stifled their ability to learn resilience, independence, and social skills. Free play is essential for brain wiring and emotional development WellBeing International, Inc. SumizeIt . 3. Four Developmental Ha...
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"Surrounded by Idiots" by Thomas Erikson

  "Surrounded by Idiots" by Thomas Erikson is a popular book on communication and personality differences. It uses a simple four-color model to explain how people think, behave, and interact — and how to adapt your communication for each type. 1. The Four Personality Colors Erikson bases his system on the DISC model , simplified into colors: Color Core Traits Strengths Weaknesses Motivated By Red Bold, decisive, competitive Quick decision-making, leadership Impatient, blunt, domineering Results, winning Yellow Social, optimistic, enthusiastic Inspiring, creative Disorganized, easily distracted Fun, recognition Green Calm, patient, loyal Good listener, reliable Avoids conflict, resistant to change Security, harmony Blue Analytical, precise, detail-oriented Accuracy, planning Overcritical, perfectionistic Facts, quality 2. No One is Just One Color Most people are a blend, with one or two dominant colors. Understanding your mix helps you see both strengths and bl...
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