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5 Ways To Achieve Mindfulness At Work

5 Ways To Achieve Mindfulness At Work

Although mindfulness is often seen as consequence of meditation, it is however, not the only way to achieve it. Being mindful allows you to de-stress, stay focused and enjoy the moment.

There are various benefits to meditating at work. However, if you are looking for more subtle ways to achieve mindfulness at work, we show you how to do it!

Be Present

If you are consciously present, you work faster and better. The concept of mindfulness mainly requires counciousness and presence in the moment. For example, start the day with a clear idea, and immerse yourself entirely in doing each task. Take few moments before starting to organize your thoughts, and stay completely focused on what you are doing.

Avoid Multitasking

There is absolutely nothing wrong with being a single-task person. In fact, research show that people who work slowly on a specific targeted tasks, usually tend to reach better results than some multitaskers.

Moreover, switching between data and information so quickly makes your brain tired faster. Psychologists said that when multitasking, you feel productive when in reality it’s inefficient.

Make Stress Your Friend

Stress is a normal reaction of your body towards the workload you have to do. However, stress can actually be used to your favor. In fact, research showed that people who believe that stress is needed, tend to have lower mortality rates, and better creativity. Use stress and a motivation that uses you to do your best, every time.

Work On Your Growth

Any job should be helping you grow professionally. If you have fixed mindset, then that means that you are more focused on quantitative data, and don’t allow yourself to grow in other areas. If you want to achieve mindfulness at work, it is key to embrace your qualities, yet adopt a growth mindset.

Be Grateful

Finally, being grateful is the door to being conscious and achieving mindfulness. It is important to count your blessings at work, and accept what you can and cannot change. Ask yourself questions about your job, and get to know what you love and what needs to be worked on. Cultivating gratitude will instantly release more positive thoughts that will help you enjoy the long hours at work.

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Here is What You Need To Know About The Coronavirus

The coronavirus is spreading in alarming rates. This lethal disease starts as a common cold, yet ends up with death. It first broke in the city of Wuhan in China, and in the matter of days it spread through the whole country. Few more cases were recorded in several parts of Asia, U.S and even Europe.

The Chinese government has now put a siege on Wuhan, disallowing any incoming or leaving flights. Coronavirus is the most dangerous virus since the break-out of Ebola in 2014. Here is what you need to know about it!

What Is Coronavirus?

China registered 41 deaths on Saturday morning, only for the death toll to double in 48 hours. Now, recent data estimates that over 2750 people have been diagnosed with coronavirus, from which 80 have died already.

The disease that was first related to contact with animals. However, more infected people appeared claiming they had no animal exposure. According to the World’s Health Organization, ”coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases.”

Symptoms to Watch Out For

Although the disease first starts with a sore throat, runny nose and cough, not all those symptoms mean coronavirus. In fact, CoV targets the respiratory system, and causes difficulty in breathing.

However, if you have recently cameback from China, pay attention to the symptoms. In any case, it’s always better to get the test and make sure it’s just a simple cold.

How Does it Become Contagious?

Many experts are discussing how CoV could be transmitted from one person to another. Unlike other viruses that spread through physical contact and air, this one may be different. Actually, a Chinese doctor made the claim that you could get infected from the simple fact of having eye contact. The Chinese health minister warned people that you could get the virus before the other person even realizes they have it.

The Fast Spread of Coronavirus is Causing Panic Worldwide

In the light of how easily contagious CoV is, and it’s fast spread, the world is literally freaking out. As cases have been reported in the United States, France and other regions of the world, many countries restricted flights to Wuhan, and imposed airport tests in major cities. In order to treat all virus holders, China approved building a hospital in 10 days for those infected, given that the numbers are expected to keep rising.

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How Often Do We Need To Cry To Be Healthy?

Very few people in the world still see crying as a weakness. Now, it has officially been backed up with data and studies. How often do you cry? most importantly, how often do we need to cry? We break the answer to that in this article.

In addition to feeling absolutely relieved, science find crying a healthy activity? Why? Because ‘‘crying activates the body in a healthy way,” says Stephen Sideroff, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist at UCLA.

Why Should You Cry When You Need To?

First of all, the study targeted both men and women. Yes, because let’s get rid of that idea than ”men don’t cry” as if we weren’t in 2020 already. Social pressure has affected many people, telling them that crying is a sign of emotional decontrol. However, psychology has been defending the healthiness, normality and benefits of crying.

Health Benefits of Crying

Japan is well aware of how crying makes you a better person, they created ”crying-clubs” so you can socialize over few tears. According to several psychologists, emotional tears release a higher level of stress hormones, as oppose to reflex tears like when you get something in your eye for example.

Moreover, the reason you always feel good after a crying session, is that crying your eyes out contains more mood-regulating manganese. At the same time, your body also releases tension and stress, as well as it activates your parasympathetic nervous system.

How Many Tears a Week?

Now that we’ve established that crying is great, let’s discuss how much of it should we do. In fact, have you ever wondered how often we need to cry? Biochemist William H. Frey in 1980, argued that women cry on average, 3,5 tears while men shed 1.9 tears monthly.

Furthermore, these figures have increased significantly in the past years. The American Psychological Association, the average time adults spend crying yearly is approx 2 hours and a half. So, if you are falling under this number, go watch ‘‘My sister’s keeper”.

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This extinct bird evolved back into existence

This extinct bird evolved back into existence
(Image: © Charles J Sharp [CC BY-SA 4.0])

We all know a thing or two about the evolution theory and how different species change with the time (a lot of time). But we’re pretty sure this is the first time you hear about the bird who evolved back into existence after it’s own extinction.

The bird who evolved back into existence

El pájaro extinto que volvió de entre los muertos
White-Throated rail bones 136.000 years apart

The white-throated rail, a bird species exclusive to Aldabra Island(near Madagascar) became extinct 136.000 years ago. Still, if you fly to the island it used to inhabit, you’ll see some of these birds around.

Not fossils or bones, actual birds, because this bird is a tough one. After it’s own extinction, the evolution came into play and, surprisingly, started repeating itself. How? Apparently, and according to this study, the reason lies in the island itself.

The lack of predators led to it’s extinction

This extinct bird evolved back into existence

Originally, this birds lacked a natural predator, so they started to lose the ability to fly, one generation at a time. Due to this changes, when the island disappeared below the sea, the white-throated rail couldn’t escape.

This was 136.000 years ago, and the sea, some time after, backed up, allowing the island to rise again to the surface. This very moment, the same birds from Madagascar that once colonized the island, came back.

The evolution kicks in (again)

Baobabs en Madagascar

This is where the magic happens. Because after the second colonization of the island, the birds started to develop the same characteristics their predecessors did before them.

Leading to something the scientists call “iterative evolution“. In other words, the exact same species evolving for the second time after it became extinct. Marking the first time in history we are able to see this phenomenon in birds.

A unique bird in the Indian Ocean

playa de madagascar

Leaving this bird who evolved back into existence with something unique. Which gives it even more importance, since it’s the last flightless bird species in the Indian Ocean.

Easing the way for the scientists when it comes to the study of the relation between the sea level and how it affects the life in islands.

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Have You Heard About This Ghost Metro Station?

This is not a movie plot, although it could inspire one. Actually, the ghost metro station has become a historical spot in the capital city of Spain. The Chamberí’s underground station, holds so much history that it has become a main attraction in Madrid.

The story of this metro station dates back to October 17th, 1919. Chamberí became one of the eight stops of the first line of metro ever created in Spain.

Andén 0, The Ghost Metro Station

Andén 0 is the current name of the Chamberí’s platform. It was designed by Spanish known architect, Antonio Palacios. The legend says that during the Spanish civil war, many people took refuge in the station.

The walls of the station show evidence of how the bombings affected the infrastructure. Sometimes at night, people have claimed hearing voices and screams of people who probably died there, as a consequence of the war.

It Remains Closed Since 1966

Following the Spanish post-war reforms, the metro of Madrid was a primary concern. Chamberí metro station is situated on line 1, between the stops of Bilbao and Iglesia.

In 1960 the Madrid Metro Community decided to renovate all metro stations, and expand the lines. The platforms were lengthened from 60 metres (197 feet) to 90 metres (295 feet). However, Chamberí’s closeness to neighborring stations didn’t allow for its expansion. Therefore, it was officially shut down in 1966, and hasn’t been used since.

Free ”Ghost Station” Experience

Due to the rising interest in the story of this metro station, it was decided to convert it into a museum. In 2008, it was opened to allow its visitors a free of charge experience.

Andén 0 still represents the 60s in Spain. All billboards inside were preserved, and once you get in, you feel that you have reached a different era, and a different world. Chamberís’s ghost station is definitely worth a visit!

Photos: Pixabay, Metro de Madrid.

Can Sleeping Too Much Lead To Your Death?

Sleep has been a target area for several research and studies. Just like it’s recommended to get 7-8 hours of sleep per night, experts also warn about the side effects of sleeping too much. In fact, it has been found that sleeping over 8 hours a day can cause to an early death.

Researchers from Seoul National University, in South Korea shared their shocking findings, in a study that targeted over 133,608 adults. In this article, we summarize for you why can sleeping too much lead to your death.

What Is ”Too Much” Sleep?

Study leader Claire Kim defines ”oversleeping” as getting more than 7 hours of sleep per night. In fact, according to her findings, both categories of people who get more than 10 hours of sleep, or less than 6 hours, are in danger of premature death.

However, a healthy sleeping schedule is different based on age groups. Children for example, often need more hours of sleep than adults. The study analyzed the case of adults between 40 and 69 years old.

Naps Could Be Deadly

According to the findings of this research, both men and women who slept over 8 hours a day (yes, this includes long naps) were ”40 percent more likely to have at least three health conditions linked to premature mortality”, as claimed by Kim.

In addition, sleeping too much is related to increasing sugar levels in the blood, and lowering your cholesterol. Moreover, both significantly increase the risk of strokes, diabetes and early death.

Sleep Guidelines For a Longer Life

In order to avoid the consequences of sleeping too much on your health, try to organize your sleeping schedule. The study insists that adults need more than six hours of sleep daily, but less than 8 hours. However, men undergo more risk, as they have a 12 percent more risk of early death if constantly sleeping less than 8 hours a day. As oppose to women, who, in some cases, get away with sleeping less than the recommended amount.

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