On a clear, dark night, the sky lights up with millions of stars, the brightest of which form a glowing band from one horizon to the other. That band is the tiny slice of our galaxy, the Milky Way, that can be seen from Earth. Unfortunately, a 2016 study found that in a whopping 80 percent of North America and 60 percent of Europe, you can't see the Milky Way at all because of the light pollution. This isn't just a shame for stargazers; it's a real hazard for the natural world. Artificial light can disrupt bird migration, alter the behavior of insects, and mess with plants' seasonal cycles.
Read More"I'm talking literal biological changes. When you breathe deep, alkalinity rises, cortisol drops. When you hold your breath, you can boost adrenaline. We have a race car waiting for us to drive, but most of us just set it on autopilot, never intentionally putting our foot on the gas or the breaks. Take control of your breath and take control of your life." ~ Aubrey Marcus
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