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This week at InnerSelf... From reclaiming joy in a too-busy world to challenging myths about health, power, and control, this week’s articles invite you to pause, breathe deeply, and reconnect—with yourself, with others, and with the deeper forces shaping our lives.

In the midst of a noisy and uncertain world, these offerings remind us that healing begins with awareness, and transformation begins with choice—guided not just by the mind, but by the wisdom of the heart.

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Wishing you enjoyable insightful reading, and of course a wonder-full, joy-full, health-full, and loving week. ...with Peace, Love, Gratitude, and Joy,
Marie T. Russell,
editor/co-publisher, InnerSelf.com
"New Attitudes...New Possibilities"

 

NEW ARTICLES OF THE WEEK:

Article by Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com:

Busy, Busy, Busy... Why Are We So Busy?

Too Busy to Live? How to Reclaim Your Time and Joy

Author: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

Do you ever feel like you're running on autopilot? This eye-opening reflection explores why we're so busy—and how to reclaim time, joy, and presence. Continue reading

 

Articles by Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

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Using AI for Personal Growth: A Gutenberg Moment for the Mind

Author: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com


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Most people think AI will either take their jobs or help them cheat on homework. But what if it could do something far more radical? What if it could help you think for yourself—for real? In a world addicted to shortcuts, artificial intelligence could be the first real… Continue reading

 

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The Return To The Land Of Oz

Author: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

Dorothy Gale III never quite believed the stories. Not fully. Not the way her grandmother told them. But she loved to listen. As a little girl, she’d curl up beside the old woman on a wide front porch in Kansas, the air thick with cicadas and the scent of cornfields. And the… Continue reading

 

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The Truth About Weight Loss Myths: What You’re Not Being Told

Author: Beth McDaniel, InnerSelf.com

What if everything you were told about weight loss was wrong? What if those well-meaning tips—count your calories, avoid all fat, push through hunger—were actually setting you up to fail? You’re not broken. The advice is. And it’s time we had a heart-to-heart about the myths… Continue reading

 

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When Your Phone Becomes You: The Hidden Anxiety of Disconnection

Author: Alex Jordan, InnerSelf.com

We’ve grown so attached to our smartphones that losing sight of one—even for a moment—can send our hearts racing. But what if that spike in panic wasn’t just about missing a call? What if it was something deeper: a disconnection from a part of ourselves? Continue reading

 

What Your Personality Says About Your Immune System

What Your Personality Says About Your Immune System

Author: Emma Rayner, University of Nottingham

Does being outgoing affect your immune system? New research reveals how personality traits may influence inflammation and infection response. Continue reading

 

I've Been Diagnosed with Cancer: What Should I Do?

Diagnosed with Cancer? What You Need to Know

Author: Dr. Jeremy R. Geffen

Receiving a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Here are five essential steps to help you move forward with clarity, support, and confidence. Continue reading

 

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Why Trump Never Takes the Blame: The Psychology Behind His Deflections

Author: Geoff Beattie, Edge Hill University

Why does Trump always find someone else to blame when things go wrong? From narcissism to Machiavellian strategy, psychological research reveals the deeper traits behind his leadership style. While taking credit for success, he pushes blame onto loyalists. Understanding this…Continue reading

 

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What Comes After Trump? Political Chaos, Collapse, or Collaboration?

Author: William E. Halal

Trump's reign may be collapsing under its own weight. But what fills the vacuum—reform or ruin—could shape America's future for generations. Continue reading

 

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Criticism Might Be the Best Thing That Ever Happened to You

Author: Alan Cohen

What if your biggest critics were actually pointing you toward your greatest strengths? This eye-opening piece reveals how. Continue reading

 

Breaking the Healing Barrier Using Our Body's Healing System

How to Unlock Your Body's Healing System

Author: Neil F. Neimark, M.D.

There’s a hidden healing system within you, just waiting to be activated. Learn how to break the barrier and reclaim your well-being. Continue reading

 

From Relationship to Partnership by Recognizing Family Themes And Patterns

From Courtship to Conflict to Connection

Author: Paul Brenner, M.D., Ph.D. and Donna Martin, M.A.

Learn how to shift from blame and tension to joy and partnership by uncovering the hidden patterns that shape your most intimate relationships. Continue reading

 

Control versus Trust: Learning to Live in the Neutral Zone

How Patriarchal Control Broke Us: Control vs Trust

Author: Richard Dupuis

Is control really helping you—or holding you back? Step into the neutral zone and learn why trust, not force, is the path to freedom. Continue reading

 

 Let Life Give You the Dreams Your Soul Longs to Manifest

Turn Your Soul's Vision Into Reality

Author: Cissi Williams

Learn how to manifest the dreams your Soul longs for by harnessing your inner energy, shifting perspective, and trusting in divine timing. Continue reading

 

Can Cold Showers Lift Your Mood and Help Depression?

Can Cold Showers Lift Your Mood and Help Depression?

Author: Peter Bongiorno, ND, LAc.

Could a simple cold shower improve your mood and energy? Discover how hydrotherapy revives the body, relieves fatigue, and soothes the mind. Continue reading

 

Love problems? There’s a pill for that, but Plato offers a wiser cure

Should There Be A Pill For Heartbreak -- Maybe Not

Author: Dr Laura D'Olimpio & Richard Paul Hamilton

Can love be cured with a pill? Before you pop one for a broken heart, ancient philosophers like Ovid and Plato might have better advice for the brokenhearted. Continue reading

 

This Week's Astrological Overview:

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Astrological Overview and Horoscope: July 14 - 20, 2025

Author: Pam Younghans

Mercury turns retrograde and Mars activates karmic patterns—find out how this intense week of astrology might affect you. Continue reading

See the article page for links to the video/YouTube version of the Astrological overview, or see video section below.

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Mercury Retrograde, Mars & the South Node, Uranus in Gemini

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Diagnosed with Cancer? Critical Steps Every Patient Needs to Hear First

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Turn Your Vision Into Reality

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How to Reclaim Your Time and Joy

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How to Unlock Your Body's Healing System

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When Your Phone Becomes You: The Hidden Anxiety of Disconnection

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How Patriarchal Control Broke Us: Control vs Trust

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Transforming Relationships into Partnerships

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What Your Personality Says About Your Immune System

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Criticism Might Be the Best Thing That Ever Happened to You

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When It Just Doesn’t Feel Right: Trusting Your Inner Compass

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Article Recap

This week’s InnerSelf focus is on reclaiming joy, inner healing, and questioning old beliefs that may no longer serve us. Through personal insight and collective awareness, we are reminded that true transformation always begins from within.

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