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Operant Conditioning: What Is It and How Does It Work?

Operant (or instrumental) and classical (or Pavlovian) conditioning are considered by psychologists to be the simplest forms of learning. A 2018 study published in Frontiers in Psychology states, "By way of operant conditioning, human behavior ...

Van Life: Tips for Healthy Living in Tiny Spaces

Van life might seem like a strange and fairly outlandish idea, but it’s something I’m doing as you read this. While I gave up a lot of STUFF when we moved into the van, one ...

What Is Eustress and Why Is It Good For You?

The term eustress was coined in the 1970s by an endocrinologist named Hans Selye, who combined the Greek prefix eu- (meaning "good") with stress. Eustress, therefore, literally means "good stress." What is "positive stress" exactly, and ...

Classical Conditioning: How It Works + Potential Benefits

In the past, some psychology experts believed that classical conditioning (CC) could explain nearly all aspects of human psychology — including our ability to learn how to communicate, cooperate with others and control our emotions. While ...

Does Vinegar Kill Germs and Mold? 7 Best Uses

Look at any homemade home cleaner recipe and you'll likely see vinegar on the list of ingredients. It's touted for its non-toxic, disinfecting effects, but many wonder if it really does the trick on touch ...

Heart Disease in Women: How to Reduce Your Risk

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America, killing one person every 37 seconds. It's a health condition that doesn't discriminate, affecting the lives of men, women, and people of most racial and ...

7 Life “Hacks” to Transform Your Work-Life Balance

When it comes to work-life balance, the struggle, for many, is real. In our modern society of go-go-go, it's easy to feel torn between your professional life and your personal life. But really, we need ...

What Is Pink Noise & How Does It Compare to White Noise?

If you struggle with insomnia or have a hard time falling asleep, have you considered using relaxing sounds like pink noise to help you get not only more rest, but better rest? Many times we can't ...

Diaphragmatic Breathing Benefits, Exercises & Instructions

What if I told you there was a simple mind-body technique that could help keep you calm, could be done anywhere, and requires no equipment, supplements or apps? It's called diaphragmatic breathing, and it's been ...

Food Waste Study: The Staggering Amount of Uneaten Food in the U.S.

Despite that about one in eight Americans struggles to obtain enough food each day, food waste in America (and many other industrialized nations too) is a growing concern. As writers from Pennsylvania State University put it, ...