Knowledge and reason
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Reason is a powerful tool, but it pays to know its limits
by Pranay Sanklecha
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All you need to know to start skipping stones like a pro
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Emerging therapies
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How to know if hypnosis is for you
Even experts can be confused about clinical hypnosis. So here’s all you need to help decide if you might benefit from it
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