The name comes from the idea that this alignment creates a “portal” for manifestations to take place, with “lion” coming from the sun in Leo. As astrologer and holistic psychiatrist Kayse Budd, M.D., notes, “During the Lion’s Gate portal, Sirius separates sufficiently from the sun to come into view. Since Sirius is the brightest star in our night sky, some ancient (and even current) mystics believed it infuses the earth with extra energy and light....

Well, a large new meta-analysis of dozens of studies on the theory just called BS. The biggest factor that affected how much of a person’s brain got activated? The particular type of sexual content they viewed. The least predictive factor? Gender. “Following a thorough statistical review of all significant neuroimaging studies, we offer strong quantitative evidence that the neuronal response to visual sexual stimuli, contrary to the widely accepted view, is independent of biological sex,” the researchers write....

Thanks to neuroplasticity, it is possible for the brain to change and learn. And contrary to popular belief, neuroplasticity isn’t something that infants have a monopoly on or that you suddenly lose one day. Instead, it’s normal brain function and a fascinating cognitive ability, waiting to be shaped by your life experiences. Curious? Read on to learn about neuroplasticity, plus how to exercise it through lifestyle changes and key brain nutrition strategies, including supplements....

As child psychiatrist and past-life researcher Jim B. Tucker, M.D., tells mbg, past life therapy operates from the idea that there is “carry-over from one life to another,” and we all possess “some type of consciousness entity (or in religious terms, a soul) that experiences successive lives.” Some people believe that memories, feelings, and even traumas from past lives can still affect them today. Past life regression expert and author of The Past Life Perspective Ann Barham explains that most of her clients want to explore their past lives in order to resolve issues from previous lifetimes or simply learn more about themselves and the nature of reality in general....

Here’s the thing: The study of the skin microbiome is still evolving and, in some ways, just beginning. On a basic level, we know the overall benefits and some of the things that can damage it. But we’re still learning much about the intricacies of its workings and how we can best support it. Ideally, these actives work toward a common goal: helping your flora thrive, thereby allowing it to perform the multitude of functions it should....

The original video was posted in July 2021 and has since racked up nearly 17 million views, garnering attention with the claim that the trick can make people fall for you. Lloyd, in subsequent videos, says it’s never failed her. Does it actually work? While there may not be a foolproof “magic trick” to make someone instantly fall in love with you, there may be more to this move than you think....

Sagittarius, on the other hand, is a mutable fire sign, and the ninth sign of the astrological year. It’s also ruled by Jupiter, the planet of luck and expansion. Unlike Taurus’ preference for stability and routine, Sagittarius wants to adventure and explore and be spontaneous. Franklinly, Taurus and Sagittarius embody very different qualities. As astrologer Molly Pennington, Ph.D., tells mbg, “There is not a lot to support the relationship between these two....