The findings from new neural research prove how using controlled or conscious breathing during times of stress or when heightened concentration is needed can positively change the brain. The taking in and releasing of deep breaths proves what many intuitively knew, that this simple act can relieve feelings of stress and bring greater focus. https://qz.com/quartzy/1132986/neuroscientists-have-identified-how-exactly-a-deep-breath-changes-your-mind/

Humans are social creatures. Our need to connect with others is deeply hardwired in our evolution. Times have changed, but not be

The 2018 Young Australian of the Year in NSW won the prestigious Stockholm Junior Water Prize last week. Macinley Butson's ultraviolet radiation sticker accurately measures the solar UV exposure required to sanitise drinking water. Costing less than one US cent to produce, it has the potential to revolutionise the way some of the world's poorest people can be certain that the water they are drinking is safe. https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/this-will-stick-in-our-minds-for-a-long-time-macinley-s-invention-could-change-lives-for-one-cent-20190831-p52mm4.html

SERA is the world's first adjustable weighted blanket, fully washable and can be configured to weigh from 7 to 28 pounds. My vision was to create an adjustable totally customizable weighted blanket for people who suffer from sleep and anxiety disorders. Our blankets have also been used by children with ADD, PTSD, Aspergers and Autism as well as seniors with Parkinsons, Dementia, and Alzheimer's. The blanket's weight is sewn into strips which then get pulled into the channels of the cover with a custom Sera tool. The weighted strips come in different weight increments. https://bit.ly/SeraOnKickstarter