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DATE: August 5, 2026 at 08:38AM
SOURCE: SCIENCE DAILY MIND-BRAIN FEED

TITLE: Sitting up straight may improve your mood and decision-making

URL: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260804034624.htm

A simple change in posture may subtly affect how people feel and make decisions. Participants who sat upright reported greater feelings of pride and took more successful risks in a virtual balloon game than those who hunched over. Most did not realize researchers had influenced their posture, helping rule out the possibility that they were merely responding to expectations. The results suggest workplace ergonomics could influence more than physical comfort.

URL: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260804034624.htm

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DATE: August 5, 2026 at 08:38AM
SOURCE: SCIENCE DAILY MIND-BRAIN FEED

TITLE: Sitting up straight may improve your mood and decision-making

URL: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260804034624.htm

A simple change in posture may subtly affect how people feel and make decisions. Participants who sat upright reported greater feelings of pride and took more successful risks in a virtual balloon game than those who hunched over. Most did not realize researchers had influenced their posture, helping rule out the possibility that they were merely responding to expectations. The results suggest workplace ergonomics could influence more than physical comfort.

URL: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260804034624.htm

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A small crossover study (41 participants) examined the effect of modified breathing--2 sec. inhale, 8 sec. exhale--on risk/reward decision-making. Prolonged exhalation was associated with more risk-taking. Functional MRI showed increased activity in brain regions sensitive to rewards, indicating greater reward sensitivity and no change in loss sensitivity.

Summary: https://www.sciencealert.com/deep-breathing-to-calm-your-nerves-may-actually-increase-risk-taking-behavior

Original paper: https://www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-6273(26)00339-9?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS0896627326003399%3Fshowall%3Dtrue

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A small crossover study (41 participants) examined the effect of modified breathing--2 sec. inhale, 8 sec. exhale--on risk/reward decision-making. Prolonged exhalation was associated with more risk-taking. Functional MRI showed increased activity in brain regions sensitive to rewards, indicating greater reward sensitivity and no change in loss sensitivity.

Summary: https://www.sciencealert.com/deep-breathing-to-calm-your-nerves-may-actually-increase-risk-taking-behavior

Original paper: https://www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-6273(26)00339-9?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS0896627326003399%3Fshowall%3Dtrue

#Science #DecisionMaking #Breathing #RiskTaking

DATE: July 24, 2026 at 06:00PM
SOURCE: PSYPOST.ORG

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TITLE: Neuroscientists uncover a surprising link between your breathing rhythm and your willingness to take risks

URL: https://www.psypost.org/neuroscientists-uncover-a-surprising-link-between-your-breathing-rhythm-and-your-willingness-to-take-risks/

A new study published in the journal Neuron provides evidence that controlling our breathing rhythm can actively shape how we make choices involving risk. The findings indicate that exhaling for longer periods increases activity in the body’s resting nervous system, which in turn makes the brain more sensitive to potential rewards. This suggests that simple breathing techniques could serve as a practical tool for altering our decision-making behavior in everyday life.

The way we process external information and make choices is deeply connected to our internal physical state. When a person is stressed, their heart beats faster and their breathing accelerates. This physical arousal tends to make people more sensitive to potential losses, often resulting in cautious, risk-avoidant behavior. This stress response is controlled by the sympathetic nervous system, a network of nerves that prepares the body for intense physical activity.

On the other hand, a relaxed physical state is usually associated with the parasympathetic nervous system. This is a parallel network of nerves that helps the body rest and digest, slowing the heart rate and promoting a sense of calm. Past research suggests that people with higher resting parasympathetic activity tend to be more sensitive to potential rewards.

A team of scientists led by Wenhao Huang and Soyoung Q. Park at the German Institute of Human Nutrition wanted to see if people could intentionally manipulate this internal system to change their behavior. They focused on a specific technique called prolonged exhalation. This involves inhaling briefly and exhaling slowly. Physiologically, exhalation is linked to a decrease in heart rate, which increases the natural variations in time between heartbeats.

The researchers aimed to find out if this intentional breathing method could boost parasympathetic activity in real time. They also wanted to understand if such a physical shift would alter how the brain evaluates risky options. By looking at the connection between the heart, the lungs, and the brain, the scientists hoped to uncover a biological pathway that links conscious breathing to complex cognitive processes.

To test their ideas, the researchers recruited healthy adults for a laboratory experiment. The final group included 41 participants, with an average age of about 25 years. The scientists used a within-subject design, meaning every participant completed a gambling task under two different breathing conditions, allowing the researchers to compare each person’s behavior against their own baseline.

In one condition, participants breathed naturally, a state referred to as eupnea. The researchers first recorded each individual’s normal breathing rhythm and created a customized visual pacing bar on a screen for them to follow. In the other condition, the participants followed a prolonged exhalation pattern. This required inhaling for two seconds and exhaling for eight seconds, again guided by a visual progress bar.

During both breathing exercises, participants were presented with a series of gambles. Each option carried a 50 percent chance of winning a monetary reward ranging from 10 to 30 euros, and a 50 percent chance of losing a specific amount ranging from 5 to 15 euros. The participants had a maximum of three seconds to decide whether to accept or reject the gamble using a four-point scale.

To keep the participants engaged, they were told that three of their decisions would be randomly selected at the end of the study. These selected choices were then paid out using real money. This ensured that the participants took the gambling task seriously and made realistic choices.

As the participants made these choices, the research team recorded their physical responses using multiple tools. They monitored heart activity with electrocardiograms and pulse sensors to measure heart rate variability. Heart rate variability refers to the fluctuation in time between successive heartbeats. Higher heart rate variability is a well-known marker of increased parasympathetic activity.

The scientists also measured skin conductance and pupil size using specialized trackers. These physical responses indicate sympathetic nervous system activity. At the same time, the participants laid inside a functional magnetic resonance imaging scanner. This machine tracks blood flow in the brain, allowing the scientists to observe which neural regions became active during the decision-making process.

The measurements revealed that the prolonged exhalation technique successfully changed the participants’ internal states. Heart rate variability increased significantly when participants exhaled slowly, confirming an increase in parasympathetic activity. Interestingly, this breathing pattern did not change skin conductance or pupil size.

This suggests the breathing technique selectively activated the resting nervous system without turning off the body’s baseline arousal markers. Behaviorally, the slow breathing pattern changed how participants approached risk. When using the prolonged exhalation technique, individuals chose to accept the risky gambles more often.

The statistical models indicated that this shift happened because the participants became more sensitive to the potential rewards offered by the gambles. Their sensitivity to potential losses did not change between the two breathing conditions. The longer exhalations specifically amplified the appeal of the monetary gains.

The researchers also confirmed that this effect was not due to changes in attention or response speed. The participants did not take longer to make their decisions under the slow breathing condition. They also did not make more random choices, meaning their risk-taking behavior was calculated and intentional.

The brain scans provided a biological explanation for this behavioral shift. The researchers looked closely at the functional magnetic resonance imaging data for 35 of the participants who had complete heart and brain recordings. They found that individuals who experienced the largest increases in heart rate variability also showed heightened activity in two specific brain areas.

These areas were the ventromedial prefrontal cortex and the precuneus. The ventromedial prefrontal cortex is a region near the front of the brain involved in processing risk, fear, and decision-making. It plays a major role in calculating the subjective value of an option. The precuneus, located toward the back of the brain, helps integrate bodily sensations with self-awareness.

The scientists suggest that the breathing technique sent calming physiological signals to these brain areas. This bodily input in turn increased the weight the brain assigned to potential rewards. The physical state of the body directly altered the cognitive evaluation of the choices.

Although the study provides detailed insights into the connection between breathing and decision-making, it does have some limitations. The laboratory setting and the specific monetary gambling task might not perfectly mimic choices made in daily life. The researchers designed the task specifically to account for human loss aversion, meaning the potential rewards were deliberately set higher than the potential losses.

Future studies will need to test different types of risks with balanced reward and loss ranges to see if this breathing effect applies universally. The scientists also hope to explore how prolonged exhalation might influence decision-making in high-pressure, real-world environments. Evaluating the technique in fields like emergency response, elite sports, or aviation could reveal whether controlled breathing helps professionals make better choices under acute stress.

Because the technique is easy to learn and does not require intense cognitive effort, it could be an ideal tool for rapid arousal regulation. The authors note that these findings might also hold promise for clinical psychology. Conditions like anxiety, panic disorders, and depression often involve imbalances in the autonomic nervous system and an altered ability to perceive rewards.

By practicing slow, extended exhalation, patients might have a low-cost, accessible way to recalibrate their physical state. This could potentially improve their emotional processing and daily decision-making. Future research could also examine if breathing techniques might help manage eating behaviors.

Food choices are heavily driven by reward evaluation and momentary bodily states. Teaching people to control their breathing could offer a new strategy for populations struggling with dietary regulation. Uncovering the exact ways our organs communicate with our brain could pave the way for novel treatments that target the body to heal the mind.

The study, “Slow breathing impacts inter-organ dynamics modulating brain function and risk behavior,” was authored by Wenhao Huang, Mine Schmidt, Ignacio Rebollo, Felix Molter, Min Pu, Beatrix Keweloh, Lok Yan Lam, Peter N.C. Mohr, Gabriele Bellucci, Stefan Röttger, and Soyoung Q. Park.

URL: https://www.psypost.org/neuroscientists-uncover-a-surprising-link-between-your-breathing-rhythm-and-your-willingness-to-take-risks/

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DATE: July 24, 2026 at 06:00PM
SOURCE: PSYPOST.ORG

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TITLE: Neuroscientists uncover a surprising link between your breathing rhythm and your willingness to take risks

URL: https://www.psypost.org/neuroscientists-uncover-a-surprising-link-between-your-breathing-rhythm-and-your-willingness-to-take-risks/

A new study published in the journal Neuron provides evidence that controlling our breathing rhythm can actively shape how we make choices involving risk. The findings indicate that exhaling for longer periods increases activity in the body’s resting nervous system, which in turn makes the brain more sensitive to potential rewards. This suggests that simple breathing techniques could serve as a practical tool for altering our decision-making behavior in everyday life.

The way we process external information and make choices is deeply connected to our internal physical state. When a person is stressed, their heart beats faster and their breathing accelerates. This physical arousal tends to make people more sensitive to potential losses, often resulting in cautious, risk-avoidant behavior. This stress response is controlled by the sympathetic nervous system, a network of nerves that prepares the body for intense physical activity.

On the other hand, a relaxed physical state is usually associated with the parasympathetic nervous system. This is a parallel network of nerves that helps the body rest and digest, slowing the heart rate and promoting a sense of calm. Past research suggests that people with higher resting parasympathetic activity tend to be more sensitive to potential rewards.

A team of scientists led by Wenhao Huang and Soyoung Q. Park at the German Institute of Human Nutrition wanted to see if people could intentionally manipulate this internal system to change their behavior. They focused on a specific technique called prolonged exhalation. This involves inhaling briefly and exhaling slowly. Physiologically, exhalation is linked to a decrease in heart rate, which increases the natural variations in time between heartbeats.

The researchers aimed to find out if this intentional breathing method could boost parasympathetic activity in real time. They also wanted to understand if such a physical shift would alter how the brain evaluates risky options. By looking at the connection between the heart, the lungs, and the brain, the scientists hoped to uncover a biological pathway that links conscious breathing to complex cognitive processes.

To test their ideas, the researchers recruited healthy adults for a laboratory experiment. The final group included 41 participants, with an average age of about 25 years. The scientists used a within-subject design, meaning every participant completed a gambling task under two different breathing conditions, allowing the researchers to compare each person’s behavior against their own baseline.

In one condition, participants breathed naturally, a state referred to as eupnea. The researchers first recorded each individual’s normal breathing rhythm and created a customized visual pacing bar on a screen for them to follow. In the other condition, the participants followed a prolonged exhalation pattern. This required inhaling for two seconds and exhaling for eight seconds, again guided by a visual progress bar.

During both breathing exercises, participants were presented with a series of gambles. Each option carried a 50 percent chance of winning a monetary reward ranging from 10 to 30 euros, and a 50 percent chance of losing a specific amount ranging from 5 to 15 euros. The participants had a maximum of three seconds to decide whether to accept or reject the gamble using a four-point scale.

To keep the participants engaged, they were told that three of their decisions would be randomly selected at the end of the study. These selected choices were then paid out using real money. This ensured that the participants took the gambling task seriously and made realistic choices.

As the participants made these choices, the research team recorded their physical responses using multiple tools. They monitored heart activity with electrocardiograms and pulse sensors to measure heart rate variability. Heart rate variability refers to the fluctuation in time between successive heartbeats. Higher heart rate variability is a well-known marker of increased parasympathetic activity.

The scientists also measured skin conductance and pupil size using specialized trackers. These physical responses indicate sympathetic nervous system activity. At the same time, the participants laid inside a functional magnetic resonance imaging scanner. This machine tracks blood flow in the brain, allowing the scientists to observe which neural regions became active during the decision-making process.

The measurements revealed that the prolonged exhalation technique successfully changed the participants’ internal states. Heart rate variability increased significantly when participants exhaled slowly, confirming an increase in parasympathetic activity. Interestingly, this breathing pattern did not change skin conductance or pupil size.

This suggests the breathing technique selectively activated the resting nervous system without turning off the body’s baseline arousal markers. Behaviorally, the slow breathing pattern changed how participants approached risk. When using the prolonged exhalation technique, individuals chose to accept the risky gambles more often.

The statistical models indicated that this shift happened because the participants became more sensitive to the potential rewards offered by the gambles. Their sensitivity to potential losses did not change between the two breathing conditions. The longer exhalations specifically amplified the appeal of the monetary gains.

The researchers also confirmed that this effect was not due to changes in attention or response speed. The participants did not take longer to make their decisions under the slow breathing condition. They also did not make more random choices, meaning their risk-taking behavior was calculated and intentional.

The brain scans provided a biological explanation for this behavioral shift. The researchers looked closely at the functional magnetic resonance imaging data for 35 of the participants who had complete heart and brain recordings. They found that individuals who experienced the largest increases in heart rate variability also showed heightened activity in two specific brain areas.

These areas were the ventromedial prefrontal cortex and the precuneus. The ventromedial prefrontal cortex is a region near the front of the brain involved in processing risk, fear, and decision-making. It plays a major role in calculating the subjective value of an option. The precuneus, located toward the back of the brain, helps integrate bodily sensations with self-awareness.

The scientists suggest that the breathing technique sent calming physiological signals to these brain areas. This bodily input in turn increased the weight the brain assigned to potential rewards. The physical state of the body directly altered the cognitive evaluation of the choices.

Although the study provides detailed insights into the connection between breathing and decision-making, it does have some limitations. The laboratory setting and the specific monetary gambling task might not perfectly mimic choices made in daily life. The researchers designed the task specifically to account for human loss aversion, meaning the potential rewards were deliberately set higher than the potential losses.

Future studies will need to test different types of risks with balanced reward and loss ranges to see if this breathing effect applies universally. The scientists also hope to explore how prolonged exhalation might influence decision-making in high-pressure, real-world environments. Evaluating the technique in fields like emergency response, elite sports, or aviation could reveal whether controlled breathing helps professionals make better choices under acute stress.

Because the technique is easy to learn and does not require intense cognitive effort, it could be an ideal tool for rapid arousal regulation. The authors note that these findings might also hold promise for clinical psychology. Conditions like anxiety, panic disorders, and depression often involve imbalances in the autonomic nervous system and an altered ability to perceive rewards.

By practicing slow, extended exhalation, patients might have a low-cost, accessible way to recalibrate their physical state. This could potentially improve their emotional processing and daily decision-making. Future research could also examine if breathing techniques might help manage eating behaviors.

Food choices are heavily driven by reward evaluation and momentary bodily states. Teaching people to control their breathing could offer a new strategy for populations struggling with dietary regulation. Uncovering the exact ways our organs communicate with our brain could pave the way for novel treatments that target the body to heal the mind.

The study, “Slow breathing impacts inter-organ dynamics modulating brain function and risk behavior,” was authored by Wenhao Huang, Mine Schmidt, Ignacio Rebollo, Felix Molter, Min Pu, Beatrix Keweloh, Lok Yan Lam, Peter N.C. Mohr, Gabriele Bellucci, Stefan Röttger, and Soyoung Q. Park.

URL: https://www.psypost.org/neuroscientists-uncover-a-surprising-link-between-your-breathing-rhythm-and-your-willingness-to-take-risks/

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11-Jun-2026
Lower dopamine may drive teen #riskTaking that fades with age

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1130888

#science #humans #puberty #behaviour #psychology #neuroscience

11-Jun-2026
Lower dopamine may drive teen #riskTaking that fades with age

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1130888

#science #humans #puberty #behaviour #psychology #neuroscience

The epistemic wall: why people who have made a decision that leads to a transformative personal experience can't provide any useful advice for others contemplating the same decision.

Video at link: https://bigthink.com/the-well/the-hidden-bias-in-every-life-changing-decision/

#DecisionMaking #Philosophy #Parenting #Divorce #Identity #ParadigmShift #RiskTaking #Science

The epistemic wall: why people who have made a decision that leads to a transformative personal experience can't provide any useful advice for others contemplating the same decision.

Video at link: https://bigthink.com/the-well/the-hidden-bias-in-every-life-changing-decision/

#DecisionMaking #Philosophy #Parenting #Divorce #Identity #ParadigmShift #RiskTaking #Science

A quotation (sort of) from Ben Franklin

Beware, beware! he’ll cheat ’ithout scruple, who can without fear.

Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) American statesman, scientist, philosopher, aphorist
Poor Richard (1743 ed.)

More about this quote: wist.info/franklin-benjamin/34…

#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #benfranklin #benjaminfranklin #poorrichard #cheat #cheater $cheating #conscience #criminal #deceit #fear #fraud #getawaywith #guilt #humannature #opportunity #risk #riskassessment #risktaking #scruple #shame

Creativity Every Day 7/10
Stay open to unconventional approaches. 🚪 Creativity lives where structure meets curiosity—discipline gives ideas shape; risk gives them wings.
#OpenMindset #InnovationThinking #RiskTaking #Emberhart

Fans keep saving Andy Richter on 'Dancing With the Stars' for the most wholesome reasons

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/fans-keep-saving-andy-richter-on-dancing-with-the-stars

A quotation from Charles Mackay

Nations, like individuals, cannot become desperate gamblers with impunity. Punishment is sure to overtake them sooner or later.

Charles Mackay (1814-1889) Scottish poet, journalist, song writer
Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds, “The South-Sea Bubble” (1841)

More info about this quote: wist.info/mackay-charles/79186…

#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #charlesmackay #downfall #gambling #inevitability #nation #nationalsecurity #punishment #risktaking

A quotation from Victor Hugo

We might have understood and admired in him protest in the name of legality and liberty, proud opposition, legitimate but perilous resistance to the all-powerful Napoleon. But what pleases us in the treatment of those on their way up is less pleasing in the treatment of those on their way down. We approve of fighting only so long as there is danger, and in any case only those who fought in the first instance have the right to be exterminators at the last. He who has not been a persistent opponent in times of prosperity should remain silent when the downfall comes. Challenging success gives the only legitimacy to prosecuting failure.
 
[Nous eussions compris et admiré la protestation au nom du droit et de la liberté, l’opposition fière, la résistance périlleuse et juste à Napoléon tout-puissant. Mais ce qui nous plaît vis-à-vis de ceux qui montent nous plaît moins vis-à-vis de ceux qui tombent. Nous n’aimons le combat que tant qu’il y a du danger ; et, dans tous les cas, les combattants de la première heure ont seuls le droit d’être les exterminateurs de la dernière. Qui n’a pas été accusateur opiniâtre pendant la prospérité doit se taire devant l’écroulement. Le dénonciateur du succès est le seul légitime justicier de la chute.]

Victor Hugo (1802-1885) French writer
Les Misérables, Part 1 “Fantine,” Book 1 “An Upright Man,” ch. 11 (1.1.11) (1862) [tr. Donougher (2013)]

More info about (and translations of) this quote: wist.info/hugo-victor/78713/

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🎩✨ Ah, the "entrepreneurs" who bravely leap into the arms of their parents' wallets and call it innovation! 🙄 Let's hear it for the kids who risk it all... except for their trust funds. 🤑 #CourageInCushion
https://luolink.substack.com/p/the-million-dollar-safety-net-how #Entrepreneurship #TrustFund #Innovation #RiskTaking #ParentalSupport #HackerNews #ngated

🎩✨ Ah, the "entrepreneurs" who bravely leap into the arms of their parents' wallets and call it innovation! 🙄 Let's hear it for the kids who risk it all... except for their trust funds. 🤑 #CourageInCushion
https://luolink.substack.com/p/the-million-dollar-safety-net-how #Entrepreneurship #TrustFund #Innovation #RiskTaking #ParentalSupport #HackerNews #ngated

Are We Creating Entrepreneurs or Just Privileged Risk-Takers?

https://luolink.substack.com/p/the-million-dollar-safety-net-how

#HackerNews #Entrepreneurship #Privilege #RiskTaking #Innovation #SafetyNet

Are We Creating Entrepreneurs or Just Privileged Risk-Takers?

https://luolink.substack.com/p/the-million-dollar-safety-net-how

#HackerNews #Entrepreneurship #Privilege #RiskTaking #Innovation #SafetyNet

Full Unedited Video: https://rumble.com/v6u33oz-peak-male-content-chrogman-on-ig-is-blowing-up-for-fighting-a-random-follow.html

PEAK MALE CONTENT: Chrogman on IG is blowing up for fighting a random follower everyday!
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#SocialMedia #ViralContent #InstagramFame #Chrogman #OnlineCelebrity #RiskTaking #DigitalCulture #SportsEntertainment #ViralVideos

How does our brain process interactions with an #avatar compared to another human being? This study shows that feedback from an avatar increases #RiskTaking behavior in humans and is associated with lower activity in the #amygdala & ventral #striatum @PLOSBiology https://plos.io/3S3Esmw

How does our brain process interactions with an #avatar compared to another human being? This study shows that feedback from an avatar increases #RiskTaking behavior in humans and is associated with lower activity in the #amygdala & ventral #striatum @PLOSBiology https://plos.io/3S3Esmw

Gender and creativity: New study challenges traditional views https://www.psypost.org/gender-and-creativity-new-study-challenges-traditional-views/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #GenderEquality #Creativity #Empathy #RiskTaking #Psychology

Thinking Green: Why Schools Should Have #NaturalSpaces

December 13, 2023.

"As urbanization and technology increasingly dominate our landscapes and lifestyles, many educational facilities are becoming more and more sterile. However, the presence of green or natural spaces in schools has become more important than ever. Not only do these spaces offer aesthetic value, but they also contribute significantly to the physical, psychological, and educational well-being of students. This article explores the benefits of integrating green spaces in school environments and provides practical strategies, such as sourcing wholesale plants, for schools to achieve this goal.

The Benefits of Green Spaces

"Learning and Cognitive Development: Exposure to natural environments has been shown to improve memory, attention, and concentration in students. This leads to better academic performance and a more effective learning environment. Additionally, green spaces provide sensory experiences and opportunities for hands-on learning experiences and exploration, fostering curiosity and creativity among students.

"Mental Health and Well-being: Green spaces provide a calming effect, reducing stress and anxiety in students. The tranquil environment of natural settings can offer a peaceful retreat from the often hectic school routine, contributing to better mental health and emotional well-being. In fact, studies have shown that children who have regular access to green spaces exhibit fewer behavioral problems, such as hyperactivity.

"Physical and Social Development: Access to green spaces encourages physical activities like playing, walking, and other forms of exercise. This not only helps in tackling issues like obesity but also promotes overall health and fitness among students. Natural environments also foster more organic social interactions that lead to improved social skills, better peer relationships, and greater opportunities for collaborative learning and play.

"Environment Quality: Plants and trees in green spaces function as natural air filters, improving air quality around the school. This is particularly beneficial in urban areas, where air pollution is a significant concern. At the same time, plants can perform the job of being natural sound buffers, reducing noise pollution and creating a more peaceful and conducive learning environment for students.

"Connection with Nature: Regular exposure to green spaces helps students develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of the #NaturalWorld. Students can learn about plants, animals, and ecosystems firsthand, applying their classroom knowledge to real-life experiences. This connection is crucial for fostering #EnvironmentalStewardship and a sense of responsibility towards nature conservation.

Strategies for Creating Green Spaces

"Creating #SchoolGardens: School gardens can be used for teaching subjects like biology, environmental science, and nutrition. Gardens offer hands-on learning opportunities and can help students understand plant life cycles and food production. At the same time, planting trees around school premises can create shaded areas, reduce heat, and improve air quality. Sourcing native plants from wholesale nurseries can be a cost-effective and sustainable way to establish school gardens and contribute to overall greening efforts.

"Developing #GreenPlaygrounds: Unlike traditional playgrounds that predominantly feature manufactured equipment, green playgrounds integrate natural elements such as trees, grassy areas, bushes, and sand. These spaces are designed to stimulate imaginative and unstructured play, which is crucial for children’s cognitive, physical, and emotional development. By incorporating elements like logs for balancing, natural climbing structures, and areas for digging, children engage in more creative and physically active play.

"Establishing #WildlifeHabitats: By creating spaces like #ButterflyGardens, bird feeders, small ponds, or native plant areas, schools can attract and support various local wildlife species. These habitats provide students with unique, up-close opportunities to observe and learn about different ecosystems and the species that inhabit them. Such initiatives not only enhance #biodiversity but also serve as living laboratories for hands-on learning in subjects like biology, ecology, and environmental science.

"Incorporating Living Walls and Green Roofs: For schools with limited space, living walls (vertical gardens) and green roofs are innovative ways to integrate greenery. Living walls are installations where plants are grown on vertical surfaces, transforming plain walls into lush, living tapestries. Similarly, green roofs involve cultivating vegetation on rooftops. Both these features beautify the school environment and offer tangible environmental benefits, such as improved air quality and reduced urban heat island effect.

"Integrating #Sustainability Action: Integrating sustainability action into the curriculum and #GreenSpace initiatives can help students understand the importance of environmental stewardship. For instance, schools can implement a composting system in the school garden or use upcycled materials in garden projects to promote waste reduction and resource conservation. This form of education encourages critical thinking about how our activities impact the environment."

Read more:
https://campuspress.yale.edu/ledger/thinking-green-why-schools-should-have-natural-spaces/

#Curiosity #Creativity #RiskTaking #Resilience #NatureDeficitDisorder #LessScreenTime #MoreGreenTime #SolarPunkSunday #NatureBasedLearning #SchoolGardens #BiophilicDesign

Thinking Green: Why Schools Should Have #NaturalSpaces

December 13, 2023.

"As urbanization and technology increasingly dominate our landscapes and lifestyles, many educational facilities are becoming more and more sterile. However, the presence of green or natural spaces in schools has become more important than ever. Not only do these spaces offer aesthetic value, but they also contribute significantly to the physical, psychological, and educational well-being of students. This article explores the benefits of integrating green spaces in school environments and provides practical strategies, such as sourcing wholesale plants, for schools to achieve this goal.

The Benefits of Green Spaces

"Learning and Cognitive Development: Exposure to natural environments has been shown to improve memory, attention, and concentration in students. This leads to better academic performance and a more effective learning environment. Additionally, green spaces provide sensory experiences and opportunities for hands-on learning experiences and exploration, fostering curiosity and creativity among students.

"Mental Health and Well-being: Green spaces provide a calming effect, reducing stress and anxiety in students. The tranquil environment of natural settings can offer a peaceful retreat from the often hectic school routine, contributing to better mental health and emotional well-being. In fact, studies have shown that children who have regular access to green spaces exhibit fewer behavioral problems, such as hyperactivity.

"Physical and Social Development: Access to green spaces encourages physical activities like playing, walking, and other forms of exercise. This not only helps in tackling issues like obesity but also promotes overall health and fitness among students. Natural environments also foster more organic social interactions that lead to improved social skills, better peer relationships, and greater opportunities for collaborative learning and play.

"Environment Quality: Plants and trees in green spaces function as natural air filters, improving air quality around the school. This is particularly beneficial in urban areas, where air pollution is a significant concern. At the same time, plants can perform the job of being natural sound buffers, reducing noise pollution and creating a more peaceful and conducive learning environment for students.

"Connection with Nature: Regular exposure to green spaces helps students develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of the #NaturalWorld. Students can learn about plants, animals, and ecosystems firsthand, applying their classroom knowledge to real-life experiences. This connection is crucial for fostering #EnvironmentalStewardship and a sense of responsibility towards nature conservation.

Strategies for Creating Green Spaces

"Creating #SchoolGardens: School gardens can be used for teaching subjects like biology, environmental science, and nutrition. Gardens offer hands-on learning opportunities and can help students understand plant life cycles and food production. At the same time, planting trees around school premises can create shaded areas, reduce heat, and improve air quality. Sourcing native plants from wholesale nurseries can be a cost-effective and sustainable way to establish school gardens and contribute to overall greening efforts.

"Developing #GreenPlaygrounds: Unlike traditional playgrounds that predominantly feature manufactured equipment, green playgrounds integrate natural elements such as trees, grassy areas, bushes, and sand. These spaces are designed to stimulate imaginative and unstructured play, which is crucial for children’s cognitive, physical, and emotional development. By incorporating elements like logs for balancing, natural climbing structures, and areas for digging, children engage in more creative and physically active play.

"Establishing #WildlifeHabitats: By creating spaces like #ButterflyGardens, bird feeders, small ponds, or native plant areas, schools can attract and support various local wildlife species. These habitats provide students with unique, up-close opportunities to observe and learn about different ecosystems and the species that inhabit them. Such initiatives not only enhance #biodiversity but also serve as living laboratories for hands-on learning in subjects like biology, ecology, and environmental science.

"Incorporating Living Walls and Green Roofs: For schools with limited space, living walls (vertical gardens) and green roofs are innovative ways to integrate greenery. Living walls are installations where plants are grown on vertical surfaces, transforming plain walls into lush, living tapestries. Similarly, green roofs involve cultivating vegetation on rooftops. Both these features beautify the school environment and offer tangible environmental benefits, such as improved air quality and reduced urban heat island effect.

"Integrating #Sustainability Action: Integrating sustainability action into the curriculum and #GreenSpace initiatives can help students understand the importance of environmental stewardship. For instance, schools can implement a composting system in the school garden or use upcycled materials in garden projects to promote waste reduction and resource conservation. This form of education encourages critical thinking about how our activities impact the environment."

Read more:
https://campuspress.yale.edu/ledger/thinking-green-why-schools-should-have-natural-spaces/

#Curiosity #Creativity #RiskTaking #Resilience #NatureDeficitDisorder #LessScreenTime #MoreGreenTime #SolarPunkSunday #NatureBasedLearning #SchoolGardens #BiophilicDesign

The Benefits of #NatureBasedLearning

Early childhood programs with lesson plans like ‘over the river and through the woods’ provide a valuable foundation.

"The natural world is alive with spontaneity and unexpected lessons at every turn. Unlike predictable games, the surprises a young learner discovers outdoors promote problem-solving skills, scientific and mathematical exploration, language and preliteracy skills.

"'The first time children go out into the forest they are tripping over rocks and roots,' describes Audrey Elszasz, founder of Laurel School’s Outdoor Pre-Primary program on its Butler campus (complete with a yurt). “Eventually they are like little billy goats running up and down slippery slopes, coming back to the bus with muddy faces and rosy cheeks.”

"Nature-based education has been gradually gaining a foothold throughout the country, especially with early childhood programs that expose toddlers and preschoolers to the wonders of the great outdoors. The value of outdoor learning is not a new discovery. A decade ago, Richard Louv began opening eyes with his best-seller Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder.

"Louv argues that we pay a price for a preference for electronics vs. the outdoors: It results in a diminished use of our senses, attention challenges and higher rates of physical and emotional illnesses. With academics being 'pushed down' to lower grades to meet Common Core Standards, school days are more rigorous than ever."

https://clevelandmagazine.com/education/articles/the-benefits-of-nature-based-learning
#Curiosity #Creativity #RiskTaking #Resilience #NatureDeficitDisorder #LessScreenTime #MoreGreenTime #SolarPunkSunday

The Benefits of #NatureBasedLearning

Early childhood programs with lesson plans like ‘over the river and through the woods’ provide a valuable foundation.

"The natural world is alive with spontaneity and unexpected lessons at every turn. Unlike predictable games, the surprises a young learner discovers outdoors promote problem-solving skills, scientific and mathematical exploration, language and preliteracy skills.

"'The first time children go out into the forest they are tripping over rocks and roots,' describes Audrey Elszasz, founder of Laurel School’s Outdoor Pre-Primary program on its Butler campus (complete with a yurt). “Eventually they are like little billy goats running up and down slippery slopes, coming back to the bus with muddy faces and rosy cheeks.”

"Nature-based education has been gradually gaining a foothold throughout the country, especially with early childhood programs that expose toddlers and preschoolers to the wonders of the great outdoors. The value of outdoor learning is not a new discovery. A decade ago, Richard Louv began opening eyes with his best-seller Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder.

"Louv argues that we pay a price for a preference for electronics vs. the outdoors: It results in a diminished use of our senses, attention challenges and higher rates of physical and emotional illnesses. With academics being 'pushed down' to lower grades to meet Common Core Standards, school days are more rigorous than ever."

https://clevelandmagazine.com/education/articles/the-benefits-of-nature-based-learning
#Curiosity #Creativity #RiskTaking #Resilience #NatureDeficitDisorder #LessScreenTime #MoreGreenTime #SolarPunkSunday

Thinking about #God may encourage #risktaking

https://bigthink.com/thinking/thinking-about-god-may-encourage-risk-taking/

Thinking about #God may encourage #risktaking

https://bigthink.com/thinking/thinking-about-god-may-encourage-risk-taking/

Leadership involves taking calculated risks to achieve greater rewards. Management, conversely, often focuses on establishing routines and procedures to mitigate risks. The absence of either aspect can hinder progress or increase vulnerability. #RiskTaking #OperationalExcellence 🎲📊

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Leadership involves taking calculated risks to achieve greater rewards. Management, conversely, often focuses on establishing routines and procedures to mitigate risks. The absence of either aspect can hinder progress or increase vulnerability. #RiskTaking #OperationalExcellence 🎲📊

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New #study shows ‘#genetic #underpinnings’ of #bisexuality

#UniversityofMichigan #findings show #link to #risktaking.

#Women #Bisexuals #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #Science #Research #Studies #Genetics

https://www.washingtonblade.com/2024/01/10/study-genetic-underpinnings-bisexuality/

New #study shows ‘#genetic #underpinnings’ of #bisexuality

#UniversityofMichigan #findings show #link to #risktaking.

#Women #Bisexuals #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #Science #Research #Studies #Genetics

https://www.washingtonblade.com/2024/01/10/study-genetic-underpinnings-bisexuality/

What Makes Us Bold: A parasite infection can make a leader of the pack—or a dead wolf.

…people infected with T. gondii are more likely to pursue business and entrepreneurship as their career choices.
…tested 1,495 undergraduate students—studying engineering, business, and arts and sciences at a large American university—for T. gondii using a saliva-based test and found that 22 percent carried the #parasite

https://nautil.us/what-makes-us-bold-264300/
#RiskTaking

What Makes Us Bold: A parasite infection can make a leader of the pack—or a dead wolf.

…people infected with T. gondii are more likely to pursue business and entrepreneurship as their career choices.
…tested 1,495 undergraduate students—studying engineering, business, and arts and sciences at a large American university—for T. gondii using a saliva-based test and found that 22 percent carried the #parasite

https://nautil.us/what-makes-us-bold-264300/
#RiskTaking

Many of the world’s biggest #TechCompanies have been announcing #layoffs recently. Their explanation is usually that they #overhired and need to cut #costs. But #HarvardBusinessSchool professor Sandra Sucher says companies often underestimate the downsides.

Layoffs don’t just come with bad publicity: they lead to weakened #engagement, higher #turnover, and lower #innovation as remaining employees fear #RiskTaking.

https://hbr.org/podcast/2023/02/why-many-companies-get-layoffs-wrong

Many of the world’s biggest #TechCompanies have been announcing #layoffs recently. Their explanation is usually that they #overhired and need to cut #costs. But #HarvardBusinessSchool professor Sandra Sucher says companies often underestimate the downsides.

Layoffs don’t just come with bad publicity: they lead to weakened #engagement, higher #turnover, and lower #innovation as remaining employees fear #RiskTaking.

https://hbr.org/podcast/2023/02/why-many-companies-get-layoffs-wrong

Haha, not sure if the information will be worth the extra $10 but this makes me smile:
Ellen Joanne, your DNA suggests you have a stronger tendency to take risks.
Your genetics suggest that you’re more likely to take risks than 80% of the population.

#Genealogy
#Ancestry
#Traits
#Risktaking

The greatest mistake is to stop making mistakes. #Zen #wisdom #risktaking #truth #SelfAcceptance #Self #SelfLove

#Introduction

I'm an experimental psychopathologist. I specialize in measuring the body's changes during psychological states (especially the startle blink and #postauricular reflexes for defensive and positive emotional processing, respectively) and in the measurement of traits using self-report (#meanness in #psychopathy) and behavioral (#risktaking) methods.

I'm also the director of clinical training for #UNLV's psychology department, helping students to meet their doctoral training goals.

#Introduction

I'm an experimental psychopathologist. I specialize in measuring the body's changes during psychological states (especially the startle blink and #postauricular reflexes for defensive and positive emotional processing, respectively) and in the measurement of traits using self-report (#meanness in #psychopathy) and behavioral (#risktaking) methods.

I'm also the director of clinical training for #UNLV's psychology department, helping students to meet their doctoral training goals.

@kaitclark

Hi Kait, great idea! If you could please add me to the list, including the keywords #cognitiveaging #risktaking #decisionmaking and #openscience