Science

December 28, 2025

We May Actually See Our Lives Flash Before Our Eyes as We Die

We may not know what happens after we die, but science has at least given us a clue as to what happens to our brains. In a landmark study published in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience in 2022, researchers revealed that the human brain may, in fact, remain active during—and even after—the transition from life to death.

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December 19, 2025

Scientists and Psychologists Agree That Life Gets Better Once You Start Practicing Gratitude

While some people say their school years were the best of their lives, others believe life only gets better with age. Spanish psychologist and author Rafael Santandreu offers a different take, arguing that the “best stage” of life isn’t tied to how old you are—it begins the moment you shift your mindset toward gratitude, and that can happen at any time. “Many people think that the best stage of life is childhood or youth.

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December 11, 2025

New Study Suggests Alzheimer’s Disease Could Be Slowed by Walking 5,000 Steps a Day

Walking is a very effective and accessible exercise that can keep you healthy throughout your life. Besides keeping you physically fit, a new study shows that it could have additional mental benefits down the line. The study, led by Mass General Brigham, an integrated health system based in Boston, found that taking a daily stroll could help slow down the cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

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November 26, 2025

This 15-Minute Activity Is Proven To Reduce Anxiety and Improve Mental Health

Staying positive can be a real challenge for those who suffer from anxiety or low self-worth, but new research shows that our imaginations play a powerful role in creating positive change. A study from the University of Missouri-Columbia revealed that visualizing our best possible selves through a simple, 15-minute exercise showed immediate increases in positive emotions. The study involved undergraduate students in Missouri who completed the Best Possible Self exercise daily for two weeks.

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