What is the “Tao of Fully feeling”?

When we enter recovery (from substances, eating, trauma, gambling etc), One of the tough lessons we learn is that it is not about feeling bad and feeling good, It is about feeling or not feeling. The "Tao of Fully Feeling" as Pete Walker calls it, is a concept that eludes most. Early in recovery, We [...]

How Functional medicine can help asthma patients

Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by airway inflammation, bronchoconstriction, and increased mucus production, which can cause wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. While there are many conventional treatments available for asthma, functional medicine offers a holistic and personalized approach that can help improve [...]

Gaslighting: What it is and Why it occurs

Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation in which someone attempts to make another person doubt their own perceptions or memories. It is often used as a way to exert power and control over someone else.   There are a variety of reasons why someone might engage in gaslighting behavior. Some people do it intentionally, [...]

The Pathways of Neurogenesis: A Scientific Exploration of Brain Cell Regeneration

Neurogenesis, the process by which new neurons are generated in the brain, has become a topic of great interest in neuroscience research. Scientists have discovered that neurogenesis occurs throughout an individual's lifespan, not just during early development, and may be involved in brain repair and recovery from injury. In this article, we'll explore the scientific [...]

The Importance of Mental Health in the Workplace

Mental health is just as important as physical health, and yet it's often overlooked in the workplace. Work-related stress, anxiety, and depression can negatively impact not only the employee's health and well-being but also their productivity and job satisfaction. Therefore, it's important for employers and employees alike to prioritize mental health in the workplace. In this [...]

Depression: The Biochemical factors associated with development and progression of MDD

Depression is a complex mental disorder that can arise due to various factors, including genetic, environmental, and biochemical. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in understanding the biochemical factors associated with depression or MDD (Major Depressive Disoder). This article will explore the different biochemical factors that contribute to depression and how they [...]

L-Theanine: The relaxant that improves brain function, reduces anxiety and enhances cognitive abilities

L-Theanine (γ-glutamylethylamide), is an amino acid predominantly found in green tea. It has been shown to affect brain functions by relieving stress disorders, improving mood, and maintaining normal sleep. Many products enriched in L-theanine are available in the market today. However, the question remains whether L-Theanine really has any beneficial effect on the human body. [...]

Are psychoactive hallucinogens and synthetic psychoactive compounds the future for treating mental illness?

There was a time not so long ago when hallucinogens were only identified with the “hippies.” In its heyday, psychoactive compounds not only brought “hip” in the hipsters but also heavily influenced western art and music! Many popular and legendary musicians have publicly admitted to using psychedelics before composing some of their most popular and [...]

Ketamine: therapeutic implications against mental health disorders

Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic that functions as a non-competitive N-methyl-d-aspartate receptor (NMDAR) antagonist. Ketamine can induce psychedelic states even though it doesn't seem to focus largely on the serotonergic system. It is widely heralded by researchers as an effective alternative for the treatment of patients with resistant MDD (Major Depressive Disorder) and several other [...]

Anxiety and Stress: What they really are and how to calm your nerves

Anxiety disorders are among some of the most debilitating and highly prevalent mental diseases worldwide. Although general stress and anxiety are common in everyday life, they can become a matter of concern very quickly. Both anxiety and stress affect the sympathetic nervous system. Upon activation, the sympathetic nervous system releases cortisol and adrenaline. Since adrenaline [...]

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