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ADHD and the Gumball Machine: What to Do When Sleep, Exercise, and Meditation Aren’t Enough

In the realm of mental health and self-improvement, we often hope for tangible, predictable results from our investments in well-being. The analogy of the brain as a gumball machine—where we insert healthful inputs and expect a rewarding output—simplifies our expectations but can lead to frustration when reality falls short.

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How to Reduce the Frequency and Intensity of Negative Thoughts

How to Reduce the Frequency and Intensity of Negative Thoughts By Liv Hua, Ph.D., BCC How often have you found yourself in the endless cycle of changing a baby’s diapers? It’s much like dealing with our minds on those days when automatic thoughts bombard us relentlessly. Their frequency and intensity can be overwhelming, leaving us

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