Happiness is always accessible. The proof is in the research. Learn the tricks.

More evidence regarding the gut-brain connection. A new discovery in allopathic medicine, ancient wisdom according to Eastern medical systems. East meets West again! Read on.

The higher the level of cortisol, a stress-fighting hormone, the greater the body weight, B.M.I. and waist circumference. Higher cortisol levels were also associated with persistence of obesity over time. Get the skinny on this research.

Those that want to stay relevant in their professions will need to focus on skills and capabilities that artificial intelligence has trouble replicating — understanding, motivating, and interacting with human beings. Read on.

The ability to learn is about more than building and strengthening neural connections. Even more important is our ability to break down the old ones. Check out this article on why, how and what sleep has to do with it!

Science is just beginning to provide evidence that the benefits of this ancient practice are real. Breathing practices can help reduce symptoms associated with anxiety, insomnia, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and attention deficit disorder. Read more.

Common wisdom holds that to enhance well-being and reduce conflict and stress, you’ve got to ease up on work. Conversely, to have a significant impact on the world and be successful by prevailing societal standards, you’ve got to put work above pretty much everything else in your life. Is this really how this works?

A new report from Global Corporate Challenge links happiness and productivity. This is nothing new but always a good reminder that “reflecting on achievement, practicing gratitude and saying thanks are small things, Batman acknowledged, but, he added, “Our findings show they add up to a big difference.” Read more.

“How we move, think, and feel have an impact on the stress response through real neural connections.” Click to read more.

I’ve shared several articles and written some myself on why you should get enough sleep. From impaired judgement to raised blood pressure, a lack of sleep can have severe effects on the body and mind. Get the scoop here.