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The Gut-Brain Highway: How Your Stomach Controls Your Mood

The Gut-Brain Highway: How Your Stomach Controls Your Mood

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamAugust 10, 2026Leave a comment 17 min
Have you ever felt “butterflies” in your stomach before a big presentation? Or perhaps you experience a sudden knot in...
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The Science Behind Contagious Laughter

The Science Behind Contagious Laughter

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamOctober 23, 2025 4 min
The Joyful Phenomenon of Contagious Laughter Have you ever found yourself chuckling along with a friend’s laughter, even when you...
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Neuroscientist’s Melanoma Journey

Neuroscientist’s Melanoma Journey

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamDecember 25, 2024October 4, 2026 4 min

Dr. Sarah Thompson shares her stage III melanoma recovery, detailing how she combined scientific rigor with mindfulness and compassion to navigate her treatment.

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Monogamy Shows Different Brain Chemistry in Men

Monogamy Shows Different Brain Chemistry in Men

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamDecember 24, 2024 3 min
The Science of Love: How Monogamy Affects Men’s Brains Love is a powerful force that has fascinated humans for millennia....
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Neuroscientist’s Brain Health Morning Routine

Neuroscientist’s Brain Health Morning Routine

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamNovember 15, 2024 4 min
Start Your Day with a Neuroscientist-Approved Brain Health Routine Mornings set the tone for our entire day, and what better...
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The Science of Swearing

The Science of Swearing

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamOctober 26, 2024October 23, 2026 5 min
Swearing is a universal phenomenon that transcends cultures and languages. While often considered taboo, the act of swearing has intrigued...
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BDNF and Mood: How This Protein Affects Your Mental Well-Being

BDNF and Mood: How This Protein Affects Your Mental Well-Being

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamJune 23, 2024October 7, 2026 8 min
Understanding BDNF and Its Role in Mental Health Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is a protein that plays an important role...
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The Science and Art of Empathy (& What It is Not)

The Science and Art of Empathy (& What It is Not)

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamJune 14, 2024October 14, 2026 2 min

This guide explores the neurological basis of empathy through mirror neurons and offers practical strategies like active listening to strengthen personal connections.

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I asked a neuroscientist if these stress-busting supplements are BS or not

I asked a neuroscientist if these stress-busting supplements are BS or not

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamJune 2, 2024 2 min
In our fast-paced world, stress has become a common companion for most of us. Seeking relief, many turn to supplements...
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Mirror Neurons: Our Deepest Connection to Others

Mirror Neurons: Our Deepest Connection to Others

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamMay 1, 2024October 20, 2026 2 min

Discover how mirror neurons function to facilitate empathy, social learning, and behavioral development by reflecting the actions and emotions of others.

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The Science Behind Intuition: How & Why It Works

The Science Behind Intuition: How & Why It Works

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamApril 17, 2024 2 min
Intuition has long been viewed as something mysterious or inexplicable. But modern science is shedding new light on this phenomenon...
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The Neuroscience of Gratitude and How It Changes You

The Neuroscience of Gratitude and How It Changes You

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamApril 14, 2024October 15, 2026 9 min
The Profound Impact of Gratitude on the Brain Gratitude is much more than just a positive emotion. A growing body...
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Mindfulness Brain Research and Neuroscience

Mindfulness Brain Research and Neuroscience

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamMarch 22, 2024October 18, 2026 8 min
The Science Behind Mindfulness Mindfulness is an ancient practice that is becoming more mainstream as research uncovers its many health...
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4 Bite-Size Habits Neuroscientists Swear By For Brain Health  How To Increase Your Vertical Jump Almost Overnight

4 Bite-Size Habits Neuroscientists Swear By For Brain Health How To Increase Your Vertical Jump Almost Overnight

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamMarch 9, 2024October 21, 2026 5 min
Maintaining a healthy brain is essential for living a life full of vitality, clarity, and efficiency. Neuroscientists have uncovered small,...
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What is Positive Intelligence?

What is Positive Intelligence?

The Balanced Compass Editorial TeamMarch 8, 2024October 2, 2026 7 min
Understanding Positive Intelligence Positive intelligence is the practice of cultivating positivity, compassion, and emotional balance within oneself to promote wellbeing....
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