fact or fiction
Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the health and wellness world of Longevity.
Breathing Through Change: A Meditation Practice for Uncertain Times
When the world feels unstable, breath is the one constant we carry with us. Amid shifting jobs, relationships, health, or even global events, meditation offers not an escape, but an anchor. Especially in times of transition, focusing on the breath is one of the simplest and most grounding practices we can cultivate.
By Marina Gomez6 months ago in Longevity
Meditation and the Inner Critic: Meeting Harsh Thoughts with Stillness
We all have that voice. The one that whispers (or shouts), “You’re not good enough,” “You should be doing more,” or “You always mess things up.” This is the inner critic — a survival mechanism gone rogue. And while many try to silence it with distraction or self-optimization, meditation offers a quieter, more radical path: sitting with it.
By Victoria Marse6 months ago in Longevity
Your Health Is Your Wealth: Small Habits, Big Impact
Introduction In today’s fast-paced digital world, we often ignore the very engine that drives us—our health. We prioritize deadlines, devices, and distractions, while our body quietly absorbs the pressure. But here’s a truth worth remembering: your health is the foundation of your success, happiness, and freedom. It’s time to invest in it, one small habit at a time.
By KAMRAN AHMAD6 months ago in Longevity
Compassion Fatigue and the Case for Self-Focused Meditation
You’re tired — but it’s not just physical. It’s a deep emotional fatigue, born from caring too much for too long. Whether you’re a caregiver, therapist, activist, teacher, or simply someone who feels the weight of the world, you might know this feeling: compassion fatigue.
By Victoria Marse6 months ago in Longevity
How to Meditate When You Feel Numb
We often turn to meditation in moments of stress, sadness, or overload. But what about when you feel… nothing? Not peace. Not tension. Just a vague numbness—like you’re watching your life from a distance, barely connected to what’s happening.
By Black Mark6 months ago in Longevity
Meditation for Decision Fatigue: Finding Clarity in the Noise
Modern life is a series of tiny choices: Flat white or cold brew? Reply now or later? Swipe left or right? By noon, your brain has already processed hundreds of micro-decisions—and by evening, you’re fried.
By Marina Gomez6 months ago in Longevity
The Sensory Meditation: Touch, Sound, and Texture as Anchors
Not all meditation happens in silence or stillness. Some of the most profound moments of awareness begin with the hum of wind, the texture of a wool sweater, or the warmth of a ceramic mug in your hands.
By Black Mark6 months ago in Longevity
Are Chemicals Causing Cancer in Young People
Cancer in young people is no longer a rare diagnosis. Over the past few decades, scientists and healthcare providers have observed a troubling rise in early-onset cancers. While genetics and lifestyle factors have always played a role, researchers are increasingly asking a critical question. Could everyday chemical exposure be a hidden culprit?
By Lucy watson6 months ago in Longevity
Why Meditation Feels Boring (And Why That’s a Good Thing)
Let’s be honest: meditation isn’t always blissful. Sometimes it feels… dull. You sit down with the best intentions. You close your eyes. You breathe. And within a minute, your mind starts whispering: “This is boring.”
By Victoria Marse6 months ago in Longevity
How Meditation Helps You Reconnect with Joy (Even After Burnout)
Burnout doesn’t just leave you exhausted—it can rob you of joy. What once sparked inspiration now feels heavy. Laughter becomes rare, rest doesn’t restore, and even small pleasures lose their flavor. When you’ve hit this level of depletion, the idea of “feeling good” again may seem distant, if not impossible.
By Victoria Marse6 months ago in Longevity
