The health benefits of a random act of kindness

Good News Notes: “This year, “Random Acts of Kindness” Day fell on Monday, but the foundation behind it wants you to consider being kind every day. In fact, they want you to be a “RAKtivist,” or a “Random Acts of Kindness activist.” Here’s why: Spreading kindness not only helps others feel better about themselves — it can…

Neuroscience study finds evidence that meditation increases the entropy of brainwaves

Good News Notes: “New research suggests that the brain displays a similar pattern of chaotic activity during meditation as it does during the psychedelic experience. The findings, published in the journal Neuroscience, indicate that meditation is associated with increased brain entropy. ‘We are currently witnessing a major psychedelic renaissance, both in science and society. Psychedelics…

Fort Wayne Mother Diagnosed With Brain Tumor For Donations

Good News Notes: “A Fort Wayne family pregnant with their second child found out their mother had a large brain tumor. Months after successful surgeries, celebrities heard about their story and offered to help out. Rachel Hardesty, of Fort Wayne, began losing energy and body functioning while she was about 7 months pregnant with her…

Study shows yoga may boost brain function

Good News Notes: “Looking for a way to improve your memory, gain control over your emotions, and boost your ability to multitask? A new brain scan study may be just the incentive you need to put yoga at the top of your New Years’ to-do list. The review of 11 published studies found a link…

NKY community rallying around 7-year-old with brain tumor

Good News Notes: “The community of Wilder, Kentucky is rallying around a 7-year-old girl who is battling an aggressive brain tumor.” “Aiyana Wallace’s family told FOX19 NOW they first noticed a change in how she was walking. Her lazy eye also got worse, so they took her to the doctor.” “Aiyana’s family says she has…

Emilia Clarke Grateful for Kindness of Nurses After 2 Brain Hemorrhages

Good News Notes: “In PEOPLE’s first-ever Kindness Issue, the Game of Thrones‘ actress opens up about her painful recovery journey since her 2011 and 2013 aneurysms — and how she was able to overcome the difficult hurdles with the help of strangers and loved ones.” “It was a brain aneurysm that ruptured, and it was pretty…