We’ve come to understand that both introverts and extroverts do things differently. Extroverts tend to speak their mind and have no problem expressing their feelings to a large group of people. Introverts on the other hand appear to be more reserved, think clearly...

To many people who don't believe in any religion, Buddhism is generally seen as a "good" kind of religion. It doesn't start wars and has powerful things to say about the mind and mental self control. But what does the neuroscience say? In an interview with RedOrbit,...

The most complicated thing in the entire universe is the Human Brain. It is made up numerous neurons - equal to the galaxy’s stars! Science is yet to completely understand the mysteries of the human mind. However, experts are gradually unfolding the mysteries of...

I came across this TEDx talk given by Mark Mattson, the current Chief of the Laboratory of Neuroscience at the National Institute on Aging. It presents some fascinating details about fasting and why it isn’t as popular as it should be. Countless research studies are...

Have you ever had psychedelics? Even though it's illegal in America, it might offer some very useful benefits. Timothy Leary has always said that psilocybin, the active chemical in magic mushrooms, has the power to change people’s brains for the better, and now...

Mattheui Ricard is a writer and a photographer, but he is also a Buddhist Monk who has spent countless hours meditating. He describes meditation as exercise for the mind. He says it's similar to weight lifting, because it helps your mind expand in awareness and...

Ever heard of mindful living? It's become incredibly popular in recent years thanks to countless scientific research studies showing its benefits. The truth is, mindfulness practice has been around for centuries thanks to spiritual teacher Gautama Buddha, who founded...

Mindfulness group therapy may be just as effective as individual cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for treating a wide range of psychiatric symptoms, including those related to anxiety and depression, according to a study published in the journal European Psychiatry....

In 2011, the Finish tourism board decided to run a campaign promoting the "silence" you can get by visiting the beautiful country. Along with photos of awe-inspiring landscapes, they used the slogan "Silence, Please". Eva Kiviranta, manager of social media for...