Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with BrainTap

Every year from September 15 to October 15 we observe National Hispanic Heritage Month to recognize the contributions of Hispanic Americans to our culture. This observation was enacted by President Lyndon Johnson as Hispanic Heritage Week and later expanded by President Reagan into the month-long celebration it is today. BrainTap believes America is made up […]
Dr. Porter Shares His Six Tips For Starting Your Day With Success

Mornings are tough for many of us. The alarm startles us awake. We groan. We roll over and wish we had a few more minutes to sleep in. What if I told you mornings are the best time to set your body and mind up for success? Your morning ritual can contribute to a day […]
Meditations for Stress

A common culprit to chronic physical illness and increased mental health issues is stress. Our body reacts to stress by producing cortisol, the “stress hormone,” and by increasing our beta brainwaves. Learn to limit the effects of stress on your brain and body by listening to meditations focused on managing stress. This will help your […]
The Science of Meditation: Learn How To Meditate with Enhanced Meditations

One of the greatest ways science has proven to combat stress and its effects is to meditate. However, meditation can often take years of practice to master. That’s where enhanced meditation comes in. Society is Stressed It’s no secret that life can be stressful. In fact, studies have shown that Americans experience at least one […]
Melatonin and Meditation: How To Hack Your Sleep Without Supplements

Those nights when you are tossing and turning can feel like an eternity. You may pop a melatonin pill to help you fall asleep quickly and stay asleep longer. But what if there was a way to better your quality of sleep—without supplements? Meditation increases the natural melatonin in your body. Let’s dig in. What […]
Guided Sleep Meditations + 5 Ways Your Brain is Influenced by Sleep

When we go to bed, we are eager to rest and have our brains turn off… right? Actually, no. In reality, the brain is very much so on as we sleep. Even though we’re unconscious, our brains are incredibly hard at work. While there are many ways the brain is influenced by sleep, humans continue […]
Self-Care and Valentine’s Day: 7 Ways to Love Yourself

For some, Valentine’s Day is a triggering holiday. With all the talk of romance and relationships, it can be easy to write off the day completely. Whether you are single or in a relationship, this holiday can be a day of self-love and self-care. Self-Care and Valentine’s Day: Why It’s About More Than Romance How […]
Meditation for Beginners: How To Meditate, Even If You’ve Never Done It Before

Meditation for Beginners If you’re needing more zen in your life, perhaps it’s time you try meditation. In this beginners guide to meditation, you will learn what meditation is, different types of meditation, and how to meditate, even if you’ve never done it before. Whether you’re looking for mindfulness techniques, daily meditation, or even just […]
The Top Four Mindfulness Techniques for Pain Relief

According to the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies one in three people suffer chronic pain, which is defined as having pain that persists without acute injury. It can make actively participating in a meaningful life a struggle and affects: Job performance Sleep quality Sleep quantity Relationships Mobility Until recently, the most common solution […]
Need a Boost? Top Ten Tips for Gaining Energy

From time to time we all feel that mid-afternoon slump. Or we wake up more tired than when we went to bed. Sometimes we just don’t have enough energy to get through the day. Most of the time that feeling can be attributed to our lifestyle choices, habits or routines. We may be over-tired, over-worked […]