Gratitude is more than just a positive emotion  Gratitude is more than just being thankful for the good things that happen to you. It also means acknowledging the good that others do.  This could include thanking friends and family for help, expressing gratitude to strangers for their kindness, or simply being grateful for the beauty […]

Dandelion facts from the root up  There are hundreds of different dandelion species. The most common one is called Taraxacum officinale (1). Most studies are based on this species, but others are cultivated as decorative plants. The latter has larger leaves than wild varieties (2, 3). Here is what a wild dandelion looks like (2, 4) Leaf: […]

What is an empath? The term ’empath’ originated from a work by J.T. McIntosh, “The Empath.” The word simply meant a being with the mental ability of empathy. Nowadays, this term is most commonly defined as “someone who is highly empathetic.”  Apart from that, there is no purely objective way to tell whether someone is […]

What is mindfulness meditation? Mindfulness meditation is all about observing your thoughts and feelings in the moment. It’s a good thing to try because you don’t need a doctor’s note, and you can do it anywhere. You can meditate while sitting, walking, or even doing yoga. Meditation is like exercise for your brain (1). Just like you […]