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For years, music has been a source of comfort, joy and inspiration – but science is providing evidence that the old adage “music heals” may actually be true. Music therapy, an emerging area of health care that employs sound, rhythm and melody to restore mental, emotional and physical health. Whether it is to alleviate anxiety or recover from stroke, however, it turns out to be among the most natural and potent therapies available. 1. The Science Behind Music Therapy Music therapy relies on how the brain manipulates sound. When we listen to music, it stimulates several areas of the brain…

The real estate business is changing at breakneck speed and much of this change is being fueled by tech. With AI-enhanced marketing and virtual home tours to name a few, technology today is helping agents work smarter, close deals faster and provide clients with unmatched experiences. Let’s face it whether you’re a veteran realtor or just getting started, you can no longer afford to ignore the fact that integrating the best tech tools into your routine is no longer an option, but an absolute must if you want to be able to not just survive but thrive in this digital-first…

Rich doesn’t settle the way it used to, when rich was a bank account or piece of property. Freedom, flexibility and fulfillment matter most to millennials and Gen Z-ers when it comes to financial success. These generations are challenging our norms around wealth with innovation, technology and different value systems. And they don’t work for stuff.; instead of consumer craved goods, they seek experiences, ethically-driven financial vehicles and digital distracti_ _ons that mirror their own values. As the economy changes form, their path to wealth creation can be a new model of financial independence in the age of new 21st…

The metaverse went, in short order, from a futuristic dream to technological reality and the impact is being felt all over. One of its most hopeful application is education. The metaverse is building a new category of immersive, interactive spaces that change what it means to learn with others, communicate what you know and engage in the unfolding design process around shared knowledge. As with virtual classrooms and digital campuses, traditional barriers of geography and access are dissolving. Now, the question is not whether education will come to the metaverse, but how fundamentally it will reshape what we think of…

In a culture that fetishizes never stopping, the anti-hustle movement is pushing back on the idea that you have to be constantly productive to be successful. For decades, “hustle culture” has promulgated the idea that long hours are a sign of ambition and self-worth. But a cultural shift is brewing, thanks to the increased attention on mental health, burnout and work-life balance. The anti-hustle movement is about sustainable success – one that’s based on rest, mindfulness and purpose instead of exhaustion. That doesn’t mean giving up on ambition – but redefining what a meaningful and healthy work life actually feels…

Emotional resilience the ability to stay steady and even bounce back in the face of stress, adversity, or failure has become increasingly essential in our accelerating world. Rather than enjoying glorious things, many of us feel the need to immerse ourselves in distractions because life is so full of anxious moments. One such advance is biofeedback, in which contrary to popular perception and everything we thought we knew from watching those 1980s after-school specials science teaches us how to control physiological processes like heart rate, breathing and muscle tension. By uncovering these internal mechanisms and making them trainable, biofeedback gives…

Electric cars are the future of mobility, but their most critical part is currently a limiting factor. The 2010s have seen dramatic improvements in battery technology, making electric vehicles (EVs) faster, safer and more eco-friendly than ever. What’s changing now is not just how these batteries store energy but also how smartly they manage it. Smarter, greener batteries are energizing a cleaner, more efficient world — changing the way we drive and the way we think about energy. 1. The history of the battery in cars Electric vehicle batteries have come a long way since their early days. The earliest…

The dichotomy between academia and industry skill sets is by far one of the world’s most relevant sphinx nowadays. Even though millions of people graduate from universities every year, many employers say they still have a hard time finding job candidates with the right practical skills. Not just that, with the rapid growth in technology and changing business needs and outdated course contents the gap is vastly increased. Closing it demands a great deal of cooperation among educators, industry and policymakers. The idea isn’t just to prepare students for vibrant careers but to provide them with the adaptability and critical…

Luxury real estate has been considered a purchase of the elite for years a sign of wealth, exclusivity and status. But the concept of fractional ownership is altering that story. This model democratizes luxury real estate by enabling multiple investors to collectively hold title of a high-value property. From vacation homes in exotic locales to prime commercial space, fractional ownership is shedding the elitist fac¸ade of high-end properties and providing investors with a down-to-earth way to get real value out of their real estate investments without getting weighed down by 100% ownership. 1. Understanding Fractional Ownership Fractional ownership is an…

Building housing that is both affordable and sustainable has become a priority for governments and developers around the world. That’s where 3D-printed homes come in – a game-changing innovation that could transform the future of real estate. By taking advantage of cutting-edge robotic machines and the latest that additive manufacturing has to offer, we’d be able to 3D print for ourselves sturdy living accommodations in a fraction of the time at a fraction of the cost than traditional construction methods. In places like India, where rapid urbanization confronts intensifying need for housing, 3D-printed homes could unlock the potential to address…