When Dr. Luc Beaudoin was an undergraduate student nearly 40 years ago, he often had trouble falling asleep on Sunday nights and was eager to find a solution. He found inspiration in a cognitive ...

Noise-canceling earbuds act as a barrier to all of it. The noise-canceling technology in my headphones helps by creating a soothing, impenetrable bubble that blocks out the auditory chaos and creates ...

The human mind has an incredible capacity for imagination, but sometimes that creativity works against us. When thoughts spiral into worst-case scenarios and disaster feels inevitable, catastrophic ...

We use mental tricks to survive. Those who struggle with time management frequently trick themselves by setting reminders to arrive earlier than they need to so they won’t be late. Athletes, ...

Earlier this year, I signed up to run my first marathon, and before I even started training, I was already sweating just thinking about the final miles of the race. I’ve heard it all: You’ll cry. Your ...

Ever dreamt of solving math problems in your head with the speed of a calculator? Mental math might seem challenging, but it's a skill attainable through the right tools and techniques. The abacus, an ...

Sign up for CNN’s Sleep, But Better newsletter series. Our seven-part guide has helpful hints to achieve better sleep. When Dr. Luc Beaudoin was an undergraduate ...