Good and bad experiences are more intense when shared

Undergoing an experience with another person - even if we do it in silence, with someone we met just moments ago - seems to intensify that experience...   http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/283620.php
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Sharing ‘extraordinary experiences’ with others may socially alienate us

Though you may be keen to share the details of your latest amazing trip with friends, a new study suggests we may 'pay a surprising price for sharing experiences we covet most.'... http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/283516.php  
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The Contrarians on Stress: It Can Be Good for You

Studies indicate that stress can be stimulating and healthy, and that boredom can have the same effects as having too much to do... http://www.nytimes.com/2014/10/04/your-money/the-contrarians-on-stress-it-can-be-good-for-you-.html
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An Hour of After-School Exercise Linked to Better Cognitive Functioning

A new study finds that at least 60 minutes of physical activity after school every day is not only beneficial for children's physical health, but it may also improve their cognitive functioning. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/283169.php
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The Link Between Self-Compassion and Healthy Choices

Self love isn’t just for hippies and millennials. If you’re trying to stick to a diet or scrape together the motivation to get to the gym, it might be for you, too...   http://time.com/3430670/self-compassion-health/
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Sleeping 7-8 Hours a Night Linked to Taking Fewer Sick Days

The researchers calculate that if insomnia, apnea and other kinds of sleep disturbances were eliminated, the total cost of worker sick days could be cut by 28 percent...   http://news.yahoo.com/sleeping-seven-eight-hours-night-linked-taking-fewer-200337817.html
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