The hottest Well-being Substack posts right now

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One year of Talks

Ben’s Blog 🏉 🧠🧑‍💻 • 18 implied HN points • 02 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Fitness Mental health Public Speaking Well-being
  1. Public speaking can be daunting, but sharing your experiences can build confidence. Starting with small talks can help you find your voice.
  2. It's important to prioritize nutrition and sleep for better performance in work and sports. Managing energy makes a big difference in success.
  3. Reflecting on your journey can help you realize the value of your experiences. Sharing those lessons can inspire and help others in their own challenges.
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Is capitalism making you lonely?

inexactscience • 2 HN points • 13 Aug 24
📖 Philosophy Capitalism Loneliness Social Science Economic Theory Well-being
  1. There is a loneliness epidemic seen around the world, and some people think capitalism might be contributing to it.
  2. Research shows a moderate negative relationship between economic freedom and loneliness. When economic freedom increases, loneliness tends to decrease.
  3. While there are arguments that capitalism could increase loneliness, such as encouraging long working hours and individualism, the data suggests that capitalism, in fact, may help reduce feelings of loneliness.

Don't tell me what to do 😡 — Reactance bias

10x your mind • 119 implied HN points • 18 Aug 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Well-being Mental health Decision-making Personal Growth
  1. People often react adversely when told what to do, leading to the reactance bias where they do the opposite just to assert their freedom of choice
  2. Feeling out of control can increase the desire to go against restrictions, like strict rules on teenagers may push them to break them
  3. Having many options can create a sense of security, even if some features may never be used, leading to biased buying decisions

Christmas Edition: Ahhhh! A Christmas tree!

Klement on Investing • 2 implied HN points • 19 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Holidays Traditions Health Environment Well-being
  1. Getting a real Christmas tree can be better for the environment if you keep it for several years. An artificial tree may only be better after four years of use.
  2. Shopping for real Christmas trees might help improve your mood and make you feel more relaxed. This is backed by a study that showed people felt restored after the experience.
  3. Choosing a real tree can contribute to a cozy holiday environment where you can enjoy time with family. It's a nice way to add some festive spirit to your home.

ex150ish-4: Week One

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 05 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Weight Loss Well-being Illness
  1. The author's weight loss journey with ex150ish-4 started well but faced challenges like a sudden illness during a choir performance.
  2. Despite feeling unwell, the author managed to push through the choir concert successfully by buying medication to alleviate symptoms temporarily.
  3. The author reflects on the impact of the diet amidst challenges like illness and social events, pondering its effects on well-being.

A Secret Post For Paid Subscribers Only

The Heart Attack Diet • 19 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Mindfulness Well-being
  1. The post contains secret information for paid subscribers only, promising insights into perfect health, success, and spiritual growth.
  2. The author expresses gratitude for the support of subscribers and hints at a desire to maintain authenticity in their content creation process.
  3. Readers are encouraged to subscribe to the Heart Attack Diet newsletter for a 7-day free trial to access more exclusive posts and archives.

The Upper Limit Problem

Intentional Wisdom • 39 implied HN points • 15 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindset Self-Improvement Personal Growth Well-being Positivity
  1. The Upper Limit Problem involves setting false limits on our potential, which can hold us back from achieving true greatness.
  2. Self-awareness and recognizing behaviors like self-criticism, worrying, and deflecting praise are key steps to overcoming The Upper Limit Problem.
  3. Getting comfortable with success, embracing our strengths, and operating in our Zone of Genius can help unlock our true potential.

Short Thoughts on Affirmations

Autoscriptorium • 39 implied HN points • 24 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Well-being Psychology
  1. An affirmation is a positive statement to boost self-regard and integrity, relying on repetition and reassuring oneself.
  2. Affirmations are like spiritual jumper cables, making one strong by using words to shape reality, unlike prayer which asks for things.
  3. Making personalized affirmations is crucial for guiding oneself through uncertain futures, rather than relying on generic statements from others.

R U OK with R U OK day?

A Perfectly Cromulent Software Engineer • 39 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Well-being Therapy Medication Action
  1. R U OK? Day is an initiative in Australia that promotes suicide prevention by encouraging people to ask others if they are okay.
  2. While the sentiment behind R U OK? Day is important, it highlights the need for deeper systemic support beyond individual efforts.
  3. Addressing mental well-being requires more than just asking a simple question, it calls for tangible actions like improving access to therapy, medication, housing, and employment.

In which I visit my parents

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 02 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Weight Exercise Mental health Well-being
  1. Visiting parents can lead to overeating due to their efforts to provide favorite foods and plentiful meals
  2. Weight fluctuations can happen after a visit home, but the effects may not be long-lasting
  3. It was surprising for the author to observe rapid weight gain with a specific diet and the potential for permanent weight increase due to deliberate overeating

Short Thoughts on Morale

Autoscriptorium • 39 implied HN points • 06 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Physical health Well-being
  1. Morale is influenced by internal factors like character and temperament, and it can be affected by external circumstances, but ultimately stems from within.
  2. Unconscious factors like physical energy are malleable and respond to positive encouragement, while neglect can lead to decline.
  3. Small successes pave the way for bigger achievements, and establishing patterns makes starting easier, leading to a cycle of renewal and increased energy.

Staying Safe in a World Full of AI Integrated Devices

Rod’s Blog • 19 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Privacy Security Well-being
  1. AI can pose risks to privacy through data collection without consent; protect your privacy with strong passwords and limit AI features' access.
  2. AI can threaten security through sophisticated attacks like deepfakes; protect your security with regular updates, antivirus software, and verifying content sources.
  3. AI can impact well-being by increasing stress and reducing social skills; protect your well-being by setting boundaries, balancing online and offline activities, and maintaining social connections.

My first Energy Management presentation went great!

Ben’s Blog 🏉 🧠🧑‍💻 • 61 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Energy Management Well-being Self-care Physical health Emotional Health
  1. The Energy Management presentation was successful and well-received by the audience.
  2. Sharing personal stories about energy management made the presenter feel supported and understood.
  3. The positive experience of the presentation encouraged the presenter to continue giving similar talks in the future.

My method to boost creativity

VS Blog • 7 HN points • 02 May 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Creativity Brain function Self-Improvement Well-being Mental health
  1. Boost creativity by exposing yourself to diverse and novel stimuli while moving around, triggering new ideas and solutions.
  2. Enhance creativity by letting go of control during the process and allowing associative memory and thinking to make connections.
  3. Maximize the effectiveness of this creativity-boosting method by visiting new locations with abundant, diverse, and novel stimuli, and fleshing out multiple problems beforehand.

Copper

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 99 implied HN points • 02 Jul 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Minerals Well-being
  1. Copper plays a crucial role in boosting blood cells, strengthening bones, and providing color to the skin, hair, and eyes.
  2. Copper assists in clearing histamine, boosting brain power, and works frequently in partnership with vitamin C.
  3. This post provides in-depth information on the importance and functions of copper, highlighting its various health benefits.

The right to live your life

I have thoughts • 79 implied HN points • 13 May 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Parenting Reproductive Rights Mental health Physical health Well-being
  1. Every person deserves the right to live their life as they choose, free from restrictions or forcible actions against their will.
  2. Parenting is a deeply personal journey that can be all-consuming, requiring support, resources, and respect for individual choices and challenges.
  3. Advocacy for human rights, bodily autonomy, and reproductive freedom is crucial, highlighting the importance of empathy, understanding, and support for diverse experiences and choices.

Heroes

Who is Robert Malone • 27 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Activism Self-care Well-being Advocacy Freedom
  1. The post highlights personal heroes in the fight against COVID-19 policies, including Robert Kennedy and various politicians who took brave stances.
  2. The importance of alternative media and changing internet platforms for spreading information freely is emphasized.
  3. The need to fight against censorship, corruption, and misinformation by working together to bring the government to account and educate about the dangers of psywar campaigns and propaganda.

Free 24/7 Help

Ben’s Blog 🏉 🧠🧑‍💻 • 43 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Therapy Well-being Self-care Stress
  1. Consider seeking help from AI chatbots for immediate support when feeling overwhelmed and unable to wait for a therapist.
  2. Reflect on the importance of mental health routines during stressful times and remember that temporary disruptions can be managed.
  3. Prioritize brain health by being proactive, staying organized, and seeking professional advice when necessary.

Leadership Lab #23 | Being in your Funk

The Leadership Lab • 78 implied HN points • 28 Feb 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-care Well-being Psychology Mindfulness
  1. Funks happen, and it's important to accept and be in them. Avoid having an avoidance mindset and shift towards an approach mindset.
  2. Navigate through a funk by focusing on balancing stress and rest cycles rather than overworking or completely avoiding work.
  3. Practice awareness, acceptance, and letting go to move through a funk. Embrace the journey of being in a funk instead of trying to escape it.

Today and tomorrow

Inside Game • 19 implied HN points • 02 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness Nutrition Well-being Self-Improvement Habits
  1. Striking a balance between short-term and long-term goals can be tough, so using systems can help minimize anxiety and focus on building routines.
  2. Implementing systems for fitness and nutrition, like committing to daily workouts and tracking calories, can lead to steady progress over the long-term.
  3. Taking small daily steps towards goals, allowing for breaks when needed, and finding a rewarding rhythm is key to balance present desires with future goals.

Yes, You Have a Homeostat

The Heart Attack Diet • 19 implied HN points • 02 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Fitness Physiology Well-being Weight management
  1. Animals need to maintain the right amount of stored fat for survival; too little makes them vulnerable, too much impairs movement and fighting abilities
  2. Having a homeostat helps animals regulate their fat levels and stay at their optimal weight consistently without much effort
  3. Different animals have different ideal fat percentages based on their needs and roles, and the homeostat system ensures they stay within these ranges