In today’s fast-paced, capitalistic world, the pursuit of wealth is often mistakenly equated with the pursuit of happiness. The more money people earn and the more possessions they accumulate, the closer they believe they are to achieving happiness. But is this belief true? Not quite. Why Material Wealth Falls Short Research shows that chasing happiness[…]
Author Archives: Dr. Sadaqat ali
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Intelligent People Are More Likely to Do Stupid Things Not only are more intelligent individuals more likely to consume more alcohol more frequently, but they are also more likely to engage in binge drinking and to get drunk. In an earlier post, I show that consistent with the prediction of the Hypothesis, more intelligent individuals consume larger quantities of alcohol[…]
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Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Research on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) identifies five key factors that can negatively impact a child’s mental and physical health in the long term. Studies suggest that many adults with significant challenges faced at least two of these adverse events during childhood. Five Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): Physical Abuse Physical[…]
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Creativity Can Thrive Without Alcohol & Drugs My entire life I grew up around creative people. Indeed, my godfather was John Birks “Dizzy” Gillespie and my godmother was the wife of legendary saxophone player Stan Getz. I was so close to both of these men since I was practically born and when they died I[…]
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What’s The Difference Between Being “Sober” Versus Being in “Recovery”? There is an important distinction between being “sober” and being in “recovery”. The differences are clear to those who have experienced both phases in their healing process from alcoholism. When an alcoholic is “sober” from alcohol without attending a mutual-help program, therapy, medication management, and/or treatment then they are in a[…]
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What is Deja Vu & How Do I Recognize & Use it in My Life “Deja Vu” is a common intuitive experience that has happened to many of us. The expression is derived from the French, meaning “already seen.” When it occurs, it seems to spark our memory of a place we have already been, a person[…]
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Understanding Addiction and Its Emotional Roots Addiction often arises from emotions like fear, anxiety, or hopelessness. These emotions fuel a “wanting mind” — a state where we believe our happiness can only come from something we don’t currently have. This creates a cycle of longing and frustration, leading to suffering when our desires remain unfulfilled[…]
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Why do people find it so difficult to change old habits? Whether it’s a manager frustrated with employees or individuals stuck in destructive behavior patterns, breaking free can feel impossible. However, recent brain research provides powerful insights into why habits persist and how they can be changed effectively. Why Habits Are Hard to Break The[…]
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Cravings: When the Brain Remembers Drug Use Cravings are strong urges that arise from memories stored in the brain. These memories are activated through the brain’s natural chemical response to substance use. Research reveals that triggers—such as seeing a pipe or a powdery substance—stimulate the sensory parts of the brain and create reactions similar to[…]
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Thousands of years ago, people consumed sugar in its natural forms, such as fruits and vegetables, without significant health concerns. Today, refined sugars and processed carbs dominate modern diets, contributing to widespread health issues. Alarmingly, refined sugar and white flour account for about one-third of daily calorie intake, presenting challenges for bodies unequipped to process[…]