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The Power of Clothes: How They Affect the Mind

Thrive Global

There is plenty of research on how clothing affects our moods and self-perceptions. Goth clothes are often associated with depression, but it seems as if they may just be the thing to lift our mood. In contrast, lighter colors often make us depressed or pessimistic. Wearing a Uniform – Boosts Work Performance.

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Coffee versus cardio: Can exercise offer the same mental boost as caffeine?

Thrive Global

Although caffeine — the psychoactive ingredient present in coffee — is associated with several positive effects such as increased alertness, energy and mood, caffeine is not all good news for everyone. In Canada, coffee is second only to water as the beverage most commonly consumed by adults.

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This Is What Teens Say on Social Media When They’re Depressed

Thrive Global

If you are a college student, we invite you to apply to be an Editor-at-Large , or to simply contribute (please tag your pieces ThriveOnCampus). We, along with our co-authors, recently completed a study that found that college students hint about their depression on Facebook, and their friends are unlikely to encourage them to seek help.

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From One Student to Another: Let’s Look Out For Each Other

Thrive Global

If you are a college student, we invite you to apply to be an Editor-at-Large , or to simply contribute (please tag your pieces ThriveOnCampus). And a lot of people feel more depressed this time of year because the lack of sunlight can lead to disruptions in our serotonin levels and circadian rhythm. Read more here.

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Physical Fitness and Other Self Care Habits You Should Take Up

Revolutionary Wellness

And these sedentary lifestyles are catching up to us in the form of illnesses like heart disease, obesity, diabetes, colon cancer, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, anxiety, and depression. If you really hate exercise , try something that’s more fun, such as a game of golf, geocaching, tag with the kids, or hiking in the woods.

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Shondra M. Quarles: “Life is short so LIVE!”

Thrive Global

Can you share with us a few things you have done to keep your mood up? Writing and listening to inspirational audiobooks kept my mood up, too. I decided to use my time in isolation, which could have put me into a deep depression, to be productive and follow my purpose. He or she might just see this if we tag them.

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Amy Beaulieu On The Five Things You Can Do To Become More Resilient During Turbulent Times

Thrive Global

If you’ve ever been in a funk, or worse, battled with depression, you know what I’m talking about when I say ‘stuck’. Manage your mood. If you’ve ever been in a funk, or worse, battled with depression, you know what I’m talking about when I say ‘stuck’. Manage your mood. Want to change your mood almost instantly?