Australia
Scientists may have found a way to measure meditation effectiveness
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New research finds previously elusive clues on how to track success in implementing mindfulness meditation.
Europe
The Making and Disposing of Ancestors: Researchers say Stone Age Societies had a Process
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Recent archaeological research at the Neolithic site of Masseria Candelaro in southern Italy has unveiled a rare and compelling glimpse into how ancient societies created and interacted with their ancestors.
News
The Magic Spell Hypothesis of Legalese
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The complex language of “legalese” in legal documents projects a sense of authority, a style that even non-lawyers have adopted and use effectively. We think Witches might be able to help.
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Researchers find that paranormal beliefs may increase stress- then the media found the word “witchcraft”
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A new study has found that feelings of distress and a reduced ability to cope with stress are linked to traditional paranormal beliefs, while no such connection was observed for new age philosophies. Then the media found that word witchcraft in the research.
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Mindfulness Meditation Produces Empirically Observable Pain Relief
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New research shows that mindfulness—a common and central meditation practice in many Pagan spiritual paths—not only helps manage pain, but also engages distinct brain mechanisms beyond the placebo effect.