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Melissa Hughes
Aug 4, 20233 min read
The 10% Brain Myth - BUSTED
The idea that we only use 10% of our brain is a common misconception. Research shows that much of the brain is never truly inactive.
Melissa Hughes
Jul 7, 20232 min read
6 Foods to Supercharge Your Brain
Can certain foods make you smarter? Science says yes! The brain is fueled by the nutrients we eat, and some give us a cognitive advantage.
Melissa Hughes
Jun 30, 20233 min read
Get Your Game Face On
The expression we wear doesn't just influence people around us, it also influences our own mood, cognition, and recovery from stress.
Melissa Hughes
Jun 9, 20234 min read
Are You a Master Multitasker?
While many of us think we're multitasking ninjas, neuroscience says there's no such thing as multitasking. We just switch from task to task
Melissa Hughes
Jun 7, 20233 min read
Why You Should Take that Beach Vacation
There is a wealth of scientific evidence that spending time in nature has a host of mental and physical benefits. Now, recent cutting-edge
Melissa Hughes
Jun 6, 20234 min read
Inside the Brains of Engaged Employees
Having a job you hate is worse than being unemployed — and if you're not thriving at work, you're probably not thriving at life.
Melissa Hughes
May 26, 20234 min read
The Negativity Bias: Why the bad stuff sticks
There is a reason why negative emotions have a greater psychological impact than positive ones. We can thank our ancestors for that.
Melissa Hughes
May 18, 20233 min read
Your Brain on Email
How much time do you spend on email each day? It isn't just a time-suck. It can morph into an addictive productivity sinkhole.
Melissa Hughes
May 18, 20234 min read
6 Ways to Boost Productivity and Slay your Day
If you tend to procrastinate, studies show that our brains are actually wired that way. Blame it on your instant gratification seeker.
Melissa Hughes
May 2, 20235 min read
The Power of AWE
While scientists can’t seem to agree as to whether awe is an emotion or a cognitive state, recent research says we need more of it!
Melissa Hughes
Apr 27, 20234 min read
Why Personalized Consumer Experiences are so Sticky
Customers value the experience more than the brand. When that experience is personal, it's more meaningful and memorable.
Melissa Hughes
Apr 8, 20234 min read
The Stress of Uncertainty
Most of us are creatures of habit. When life throws a curveball, the stress we experience impacts our physical and emotional health.
Melissa Hughes
Mar 31, 20233 min read
The Science of Surprise
Control freaks beware: perfectly planned experiences don’t make us the happiest but surprises do. It's called emotional intensification.
Melissa Hughes
Mar 30, 20234 min read
The Multisensory Dining Experience: How the Brain Tastes Food
Eating is one of the most multisensory parts of our day. But, did you know that the brain tastes the food long before it passes the lips?
Melissa Hughes
Mar 21, 20233 min read
WTF? How Typography Hacks the Brain
Everything we read in in print or online is influenced by the font we see much like music in a film. Typography is what language feels like.
Melissa Hughes
Mar 17, 20232 min read
The Vagus Nerve: Your Secret Superpower
Research shows that our longest nerve in the body has superpowers - both mentally and physically. 6 ways to engage your vagus nerve.
Melissa Hughes
Feb 23, 20232 min read
What the 90s Did to Your Brain
The 90s is often remembered as a decade of peace and prosperity. But perhaps the most significant gains were in neuroscience.
Melissa Hughes
Feb 13, 20232 min read
The Ultimate Performance-Enhancing Drug
It's widely accepted that gratitude is good for the soul. But, did you know it's a GAME-CHANGER in the workplace?
Melissa Hughes
Jan 13, 20234 min read
Building Resilience to Bounce Back from Adversity
What makes some people fall apart and give up while others are able to bounce back stronger than ever? The answer may surprise you!
Melissa Hughes
Nov 17, 20221 min read
This Simple Expression is Like a Mini-Orgasm for the Brain
Think about the last time you received a genuine compliment. How did that feel? Studies show compliments improve mood and brain function!