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11/13/2025

11/13/2025

11/13/2025

Coffee lovers, this one’s worth celebrating.

A recent lab study found that compounds in espresso may help prevent tau proteins, one of the hallmarks of Alzheimer’s, from clumping and damaging brain cells.

It’s early research, but it reinforces what we already know: our daily choices, even something as simple as a cup of coffee, can influence brain health at the molecular level.

Here’s my recent blog post breaking down the research: https://drperlmutter.com/another-reason-coffee-lovers-celebrate-espresso-may-defend-brain-tau/

11/13/2025

11/12/2025

It’s time to let go of the myths! Both Nervous System Regulation and Optimism are NOT about being “calm all the time” or “eliminating stress.” They are active, flexible skills we build every single day.

11/08/2025

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11/08/2025

APA and APA Services, Inc. are monitoring the immediate and cascading effects of the federal government shutdown, which has halted most "nonessential" operations across federal agencies critical to psychology's research, education, and practice infrastructure.

Learn more and access our latest resources: https://at.apa.org/d8026e

11/07/2025

You can't build healthy relationships with people who dismiss your feelings or refuse to communicate.

A relationship isn’t just about love; love alone cannot carry the weight of disrespect, neglect, or emotional unavailability. True connection requires more than fleeting affection—it requires mutual respect, honesty, and the courage to face difficult conversations. It requires the ability to listen without judgment, to validate each other’s experiences, and to show up consistently, even when it’s uncomfortable. Without these foundations, even the deepest affection will crumble under the weight of misunderstandings, resentment, and silent frustration.

Love without respect is like a house without a foundation: it may look beautiful on the outside, but it cannot stand the storms of life. Emotional safety is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. When your feelings are ignored, minimized, or dismissed, it erodes your sense of self and teaches you to settle for less than you deserve. Communication is not just about talking; it’s about truly understanding one another, creating space for vulnerability, and sharing responsibility for the relationship’s health.

Choosing to step away from people who cannot offer respect or care is not rejection; it is self-preservation. Protecting your peace is not selfish—it is essential for your growth, happiness, and capacity to give and receive genuine love. Remember, the relationships that lift you, honor you, and allow you to thrive are worth the patience, the effort, and the boundaries you set. Anything less is not love—it is compromise of your soul, and you deserve far more than that.