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Standing at the crossroads of shadow and light, a lone figure gazes upon the glowing Tree of Life, symbolizing the journey toward self-discovery and true purpose
The philosophy of meaning
How to find your why and why motivation isn't the answer
A man gazes at the sunset from a mountain peak, representing courage, growth, and stepping beyond the familiar Waikato, New Zealand
Playing it safe might be your biggest risk
Why betting on yourself could change everything
A woman enjoying the beach alone, showing that solitude can feel freeing
The art of being alone
How solitude can heal a restless mind
As the sun sets in the distance, a couple embraces the warmth of happiness that fills their hearts and minds, reminding them of the essential role serotonin plays in their well-being
Discover the science of happiness: serotonin's role
Explore how gut health and stress management boost joy
Osaka Party, watercolour, 16 x 12 cm, Mark Weighton, 2025
Oh mother, give me strength
Gemini Full Moon
An energetic older woman with glowing skin, capturing the goal of increasing vitality rather than chasing immortality
Cheating time: science-backed longevity secrets in 2025
What wearable tech, custom protocols, and deep testing reveal about the future of aging
From ashwagandha to zinc: natural compounds that may enhance arousal, satisfaction, and hormonal balance
Boosting your sex drive: a supplement deep dive
Your comprehensive guide to the supplements and vitamins that support sexual health, desire, and overall well-being for both men and women
A woman dozing with her dog, capturing the simple, restorative power of pausing in a restless world
The science of rest
 What ancient cultures teach us about healing the body
A woman holds healing crystals in her hands, channeling calm and positive energy
Reiki healing with stones and crystals
A holistic approach to energy balancing
Caught in the maze of fear, the individual stands between paralysis and possibility
The paralysis of constant threat
The hidden costs of chronic anxiety and the liberating power of presence and participation
Grayscale photo of people sitting on chairs during a group therapy session
Do we really need more psychologists?
Rethinking the crisis of contemporary psychology and the societal conditions it cannot cure
The artwork “Bafflement of Depression”, highlighting mental health struggles, was uploaded as part of the Art4Good campaign
The Generation Z issue of mental health
From Covid-19 to AI, three defining forces reshaping a generation’s mental health
A woman stretches peacefully in the morning sunlight, embodying the power of a calming routine to ease anxiety and set a mindful tone for the day
Manage anxiety with a morning routine
Gentle practices for a peaceful mind and body
At 10°C, the body shifts from fight-or-flight to focus and stillness
Cold, calm, and reborn: my first ice bath journey in Saigon
What began as recovery unfolded into self-discovery
Cropped image of a happy man taking multivitamin supplements
Everyday supplements for a healthier life
Safe daily nutrients for people of all ages
A young monk boy walking with an umbrealla
The journey back to self
How self-discovery, gratitude, and conscious language transform personal growth into collective healing
Healthy intimacy can be supported by good nutrition, adequate sleep, and key nutrients that boost energy, hormone balance, and circulation
Supplements for sexual health and libido
Exploring the impact of zinc, vitamins, and other natural boosters on desire and performance
An Asian woman lying in bed while using her smartphone
Why health is no longer a given, but a conscious choice
In a world where physical effort is optional, reclaiming vitality requires knowledge, agency, and a personal 'why' that is anchored in deep meaning
A man lies down next to daisies, looking upset
Breakups, clarity, and finding yourself again
Breakups don’t need answers—they need better questions
A person holding a skincare bottle, preparing to apply a beauty product
How to get rid of acne?
Skincare, hormones, diet and the truth about clear skin
The pressure to keep up with online trends and appearances takes a visible toll on the woman's mental health
Disconnect to reconnect: social media's mental health toll
Understanding the impact and how to take a digital break
A young woman reads quietly beneath an autumn tree, lost in the world of stories as nature and solitude wrap gently around her
Coming home to stories
How books became my refuge, my reflection, and my way back to myself
True transformation happens when you dare to travel beyond success
Travel coaching: the future of luxury transformation
How the world's most successful entrepreneurs can use luxury travel as a catalyst for unprecedented personal and professional evolution
A woman drenched and looking drained, symbolising how some wounds take longer to heal and can pull you under the waves of grief at any moment
We don’t get to choose when our wounds heal
Childhood scars resurface in the moments we least expect, reminding us that validation is never guaranteed
A woman with breathing difficulties holds her nose, suffering from allergies; she clutches a large bouquet of flowers and has red, itchy eyes
Singing in the time of hayfever
Tips and tricks to keep you singing through allergy season
A teenage girl scrolling through social media—highlighting the mental health impact of screen time
Screen time and adult wellness: navigating the digital age
The risks of too much screen time and how to manage it
An elderly grandmother and grandfather lovingly hold their grandchild on their lap
Are we aging better than our parents?
Reflections on health, environment, and awareness
Incorporating simple habits into daily life, such as mindful eating and regular activity, can have a substantial impact on overall health
12 tiny habits with big health impact
Optimizing your health through everyday choices
People joining hands and looking upward, diverse groups embracing, helping one another, and engaging in social inclusion activities
Defining well-being: what it really means to be well
A comparative exploration of global frameworks, human needs, and the everyday experience of wellness
When the self becomes a cage, the first act of freedom is to question it
Coping with frustrations
How confronting frustrations and questioning the ego can lead to genuine change and acceptance in human experience
Doctors performing surgery in an operating room
Silenced in the birth room
How some doctors dismiss women’s voices during childbirth and why it’s a serious moral issue
A woman in a gray sweater holding her smartphone
ChatGPT wrote by breakup text
Why you shouldn’t let AI or TikTok decide the fate of your relationship
A woman climbing endless stairs, symbolizing the ongoing journey of personal growth and development
The lifelong journey of personal development
Cultivating self-awareness, growth, and resilience to unlock your full potential and live with purpose
Sacred geometry and neural patterns emanate from a glowing profile, flowing seamlessly into the vast cosmic depths of consciousness
The power of the mind
How silent thoughts, intentions, and glances weave an invisible web of love and meaning
An elderly man lifting a heavy kettlebell, symbolizing longevity, healthspan optimization, and physical resilience
Hormesis and human potential
The neglected power of physical interventions for longevity
Listening with presence: where empathy begins
Beyond words: the healing power of active listening
A pathway to emotional wellness and therapeutic connection
Embracing the simplicity of an unplugged day, the two find solace in shared moments of quietude and literary exploration
Unplugged: what going tech-free can do for our well-being
How a 24-hour break from technology revealed the bliss and necessity of disconnection
Husband and wife living a sedentary lifestyle, lounging on the couch with little movement
Modern comfort, ancient costs
Sedentary lifestyles, health consequences, and the role of personal responsibility
The Gulf Stream is an 1899 oil painting by American artist Winslow Homer. It depicts a man adrift in a dismasted, rudderless fishing boat, struggling against stormy waves and the looming dangers of the open sea
When anxiety starts running your life
Colin’s story is a reminder that anxiety doesn’t define you—how you respond to it does
An Existential Crisis Outside Plato's Cave by Sami Gattoufi
Why your 20s feel so miserable
Navigating confusion, self-discovery and pressure to get it all right
Amidst the tranquil beauty of nature, meditation strengthens brain function and promotes mental clarity, supporting long-term cognitive health and emotional well-being
Meditation’s impact on brain health
Examining the neuroscience behind how meditation transforms brain structure and boosts mental well-being
Self-care wellness practices: Harnessing colorful energy and balancing vibrant chakras
Healing power of colour: benefits of chromotherapy
How colour’s vibrational frequencies transform your well-being
A beam of sunlight pierces through the dense foliage, illuminating a patch of moss-covered ground
The restorative power of nature
How spending time outdoors benefits our mental, physical, and spiritual well-being
A man standing against the backdrop of Dubai’s iconic city skyline
Dating in Dubai: love in a land of transactions
In a city of ambition and appearances, real connection is rare and fleeting
An artwork related to mental health, submitted as part of the Art4Good campaign
You attended an OCD event: now what?
Most common follow-up questions and answers
A woman walking through the streets of Dublin, Ireland, at sunset
How a Google Sheet made me a 10 km-a-day walker
A curious interview in which I ask myself simple questions — and actually answer them
Wall art in Lisbon, Portugal depicting a man hugging a woman—a powerful expression of love and self-expression
Humanity: the one true religion
Transcending borders, beliefs, and boundaries to embrace a universal ethic of compassion
From the window of a moving train, thoughts on identity, love and meaning come into view
41 reflections on life
Reflections on the joys, struggles and lessons that shape us
Child experiencing bullying at school, highlighting the need for stress relief and mental health support in educational environments
The rising mental health crisis in children
How academic pressure, social media, and family dynamics fuel anxiety and depression in children
An autumn ritual of beauty, serums, perfumes, and creams bathed in candlelight, evoking warmth, reflection, and the quiet luxury of fall
Love letters to fall beauty
Serums, scents and secrets of the season
Aging with vigor: the power of staying fit
Exercise: the key to a long and healthy life
Think of it as sweat equity: exercise and longevity go hand in hand
AI art prompted by the author using the DALL.E3 Model
Olive oil
The liquid gold of the Mediterranean
A women facing herself in fragments, identity is not reclaimed all at one, but rediscovered piece by piece in unexpected places
How to rebuild your life when you’ve lost everything
When the person you thought you were no longer exists, and the future you imagined feels like a cruel fiction
A person sitting on a rock, staring at their phone, surrounded by a sense of grief and the haunting presence of technology
Grief in the digital age: the AI dilemma
Exploring the emotional and ethical impacts of digital griefbots
Three women stand together, arms intertwined, their bodies visible rejecting narrow ideals
The politics of bodies and the virtue of thinness
A personal reflection on body politics, fat liberation and the pursuit of autonomy in a world obsessed with appearance
A person holding a large, juicy burger with both hands
Why self-discipline might be destroying your health
What Freud, the Bible, and your cravings for pizza have in common
A painting of a girl with green and red flowers emerging from her head, symbolizing the concept of love as a force for personal growth and mental health
What I do when I start to feel off
A personal guide to feeling like myself again
A man in a black cap stands with his eyes closed beneath a cloudy sky, lost in thought
How 176 days without alcohol changed my life
A personal journey beyond sobriety, exploring habit disruption, cognitive freedom, and the quiet power of conscious living
An experienced leader standing confidently before colleagues, proud and smiling
The tactical mind: rewriting leadership from the edge
How personal collapse breeds tactical resilience
Balance, risk, and careful navigation in the journey through the different levels of ambition
The ambition spectrum: from survival to transcendence
The five levels of human drive
Study in yellow and blue, watercolour, 18 x 14 cm, Mark Weighton, 2021
Harvesting our humanity
Pisces Full Moon
A close-up photo of burnt cigarette ashes
Don’t smoke behind my back
A journey from addiction to mindfulness
Female football players sitting on a bench during a daytime match, resting between plays
Raising children beyond gender stereotypes
Gender roles and marketing shaping childhood—and what parents can do about it
The daily commute isn’t just a ride, but a moment of silent struggle with mental health, it’s a place where worries echo in the mind, growing louder with every passing mile
The global bus ride of mental health
Understanding the personal journeys and shared struggles
A Buddha statue seated peacefully in front of a calm body of water
Power of brain waves through yoga nidra
Deep healing, creativity, and conscious rest through yogic sleep
A couple walks barefoot through the garden, holding hands with their child
The art and science of parenting
The journey of parenthood through love, guidance, and adaptation
A portrait of a person with vibrant rainbow colors surrounding them, symbolizing the process of letting go of negative thoughts and embracing positivity
It’s time for spring cleaning
A list of things you need to get rid of
A boat carrying two people glides through the waters of Tuyên Quang City, Vietnam
Finding calm in water
Why being near water can reduce stress, enhance mood, and reset your nervous system
A girl looking at her reflection at the mirror in red dress
How social media influencers corrupt your body imagine
3 things you can do about getting the physique you want
Pavilion for Max Ernst’s Dreams, watercolour, 16 x 12 cm, Mark Weighton 2025
Sweet talk
Aquarius Full Moon
"Courage", artist: Khann Pham
The Bhavani theory of resilient self actualization
A first-person reflection on transcending adversity
A happy elderly Indian couple stands smiling outside their home, radiating warmth and togetherness
Indian parents: forever young at heart
How ageing Indian parents and their loyal wolf pack are redefining friendship, fun, and fabulousness after sixty
Emotional trauma can leave lasting scars, often hidden beneath the surface of everyday life
How to deal with emotional trauma: strategies for healing
A compassionate guide to recovering from life’s most difficult moments
The natural beauty and tranquil sound of waves in the background of these women's workout transform an ordinary exercise session into a refreshing and energizing experience
The ultimate beach workout
Your guide to an outdoor full-body workout
A person sitting on a set of stairs, holding a book, lost in thought or overwhelmed by the weight of their studies
My life as an anxious student
A personal story of anxiety, OCD, and learning to cope in school
Silhouette of a man with devil horns in dark shadows, symbolizing temptation and spiritual struggle
Resisting the Devil: embracing humility and vigilance
Strategies for maintaining faith and virtue amidst subtle spiritual attacks
Ayurveda is an ancient Indian system of medicine that emphasizes a holistic approach to health, aiming to restore balance and harmony in the body, mind, and spirit
Ayurveda’s revival in Europe
Bridging ancient wisdom and modern wellness
Two swans gliding on the water during the day, symbolizing love and serenity at sunrise
Have our wings been torn off?
The personal and universal forces behind migration, from survival to belonging
Teenager feeling frustrated by low engagement on social media
The Instagram effect: expectations and mental health
Unveiling the pressures, false perfection, and impact of Instagram on our lives and well-being
A woman in nature, seated on a boat, embodying the journey to self, mindfulness, and the freedom of life beyond professional roles
Who are you outside of your work or business?
Finding your lost identity outside your working life
With arms raised in freedom and a sprig of life in hand, she embodies the power of simple, intentional choices to move, eat, and thrive toward a vibrant and healthy future
Eat, move, and thrive
Simple habits for a longer, more fulfilling life
Calligraphy, a story told in ink, sprawled gracefully across the table
You are not your life story
How past narratives shape our choices, our behavior, and ultimately our lives
A hiker in Mount Everest reached its goal of arriving to the mountain top with effort and determination in Nepal
Success lessons from M.R Kopmeyer and Robert Kiyosaki
Strategies on turning goals into reality through mindset, habits and financial literacy
A photo featuring grey balloons, capturing a moment from my 30th birthday celebration
My plot twist before the big 3-0
Thirty, unscripted, and unbothered
Women practicing yoga and exercise to stay healthy and boost metabolism
How to boost your metabolism?
Separating fact from fiction to help you manage weight and stay healthy
An elderly couple staying strong, active and connected—simple daily habits like these have great benefits on health
How to live longer and better
Evidence based habits to boost your health, energy and life span
A woman holding a chanting bowl in a natural setting, embodying Ayurveda and a healthy lifestyle
Ayurgenomics: merging Ayurveda and genomics
Ancient wisdom with modern personalized medicine
A model displaying radiance, the modern ideal of youth— flawless, ageless and carefully curated
The forever young look
The quest to stay forever young drives a million dollar industry—with a high human cost
Embracing the flexibility and autonomy of working from home can lead to improved health, stronger family life, and greater focus, debunking the stigma around remote work
The truth about working from home
Freedom, fulfillment, and the fight for balance
Studies show that loving relationships like this may positively influence memory and cognitive longevity
Could a healthy sex life save your memory?
New research suggests that a fulfilling sex life in middle age could be linked to better cognitive function later in life
A woman holding prayer beads, deeply engaged in spiritual reflection and prayer
Finding strength through true prayer
How shifting from desperate pleas to humble reflection transformed life and financial situation
A moment of tranquility: a young woman with vibrant red hair rests on a soft blanket amidst the lush green grass
Natural ways to manage stress, anxiety, and insomnia
Simple techniques and herbal remedies to reclaim peace of mind
A man standing in front of a park bench, creating an optical illusion that distorts perception
Magic is a science book we don't understand
Wisdom, growth, and the magic of perception
A businessman holding a glowing lightbulb, symbolizing creative thinking and the journey from failure to success, highlighting resilience, growth, and perseverance
Power of failure: turning setbacks into success
Why embracing failure is essential for growth and innovation
"A little girl wears a reindeer mask, her face beaming with a joyful smile
Human acts by emotions or reality
Delicate balance between emotion and reality in everyday life
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