Love is an emotional and spiritual state, but it’s also a difficult thing to define. Psychologist and biologist Enrique Burunat, for example, sees love as a physiological motivation “like hunger, thirst, sleep, or the sex drive.” Other psychologists distinguish between primary and secondary emotions, and they view love as an emotion that stems from a […]
The functions of sleep remain a mystery, but what is known is important: during slumber the body performs essential functions, such as reenergizing cells, cleaning the brain, consolidating memories and regulating hormones. Sleep also plays a crucial role in our mood and can influence everything from appetite to stress levels. Sleep and health are intimately […]
A bed is the most important piece of furniture in your home and it plays a critical role in your health and well-being. The right mattress can ease back and neck pain, improve posture, help you fall asleep faster, and keep you cool at night. However, choosing a mattress can be daunting with so many […]
Love is one of the most intense emotions we can feel. It’s often described as a feeling of strong affection, protection and warmth for another person. It’s a feeling that can be felt for humans, non-human animals, and even principles and religious beliefs. Love is so important that it’s a common topic of discussion and […]
Sleep has long been a mysterious aspect of the human condition, but in recent decades scientists have discovered its role in a wide range of bodily functions, including metabolism, learning, memory and mood. Insufficient or inconsistent quality of sleep can have major health consequences and affect how well we think, react, work and learn. It […]
Love is one of the most intense emotions we feel as humans. It’s the reason why we spend so much time adoring our partners and dreaming about their well-being. It’s also the emotion that makes us swoon over our favorite celebrities, even if we never met them in person. There’s no single definition of love, […]
Most people are well aware that a good night’s sleep makes them feel more alert and energetic. They may not realize that sleep is also critically important to their health, affecting nearly all of the body’s major systems. From the immune system to the nervous system, from the digestive tract to the muscular system, studies […]
There’s a lot to consider when choosing the best bed for your unique sleep needs. From frame style to material composition, firmness to size, it’s important to find the right fit. However, the most important factor is comfort. A good night’s sleep can boost mental health, normalize the immune system, improve happiness and reduce stress […]
Love is one of the most powerful emotions we can feel. It can make you forgive your partner for their annoying habits, push yourself to finish a creative project that matters to you, or even work hard to earn money to send your children to college. Love can also be the reason you volunteer for […]
There’s no question that sleep is vital to your health and well-being. It’s the time when your brain and body take a break from day-to-day activity to repair and recharge. Researchers are only beginning to understand all of the ways that sleep is necessary and beneficial, but it’s clear that getting enough sleep supports almost […]