How ‘Negative’ Parenting Styles Can Affect Your Child
Credit: psychcentral.com Parenting styles can have a lasting impact on kids, even into adulthood. Here’s how to recognize the signs. Without a doubt, parenting is one of the hardest jobs out there. It can be rewarding, frustrating, exciting, and challenging all at the same time. As a parent, you might question yourself daily about whether […]
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What you need to know about willpower: The psychological science of self-control
Credit: www.apa.org With more self-control would we all eat right, exercise regularly, avoid drugs and alcohol, save for retirement, stop procrastinating, and achieve all sorts of noble goals? Many people believe they could improve their lives if only they had more of that mysterious thing called willpower. With more self-control we would all eat right, […]
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Negative Thoughts: How to Stop Them
Credit: www.verywellmind.com Negative thinking can contribute to problems such as social anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem. The key to changing your negative thoughts is to understand how you think now (and the problems that result), then use strategies to change these thoughts or make them have less of an effect. “Our thoughts, emotions, and […]
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A Brief History of Skincare Through the Ages
Credit:inbmedical.com Ever wonder how women in ancient times or in the Renaissance used to make themselves beautiful? Well, let’s just say they didn’t have the skincare wonders we have now – med spa procedures, Botox, and countless anti-aging creams and serums. Curious to learn more about the history of skin care? Then travel back through […]
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10 positive character traits of an easy going person
Credit: hackspirit.com We all have that one person that is simply awesome to be around. They’re charismatic, funny, and have a knack for giving great advice. But what really stands out is that they’re easy-to-be-around. They don’t judge you unnecessarily or look down on you in any way. They have a certain type of personality […]
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Physical Activity Vs. Exercise: What Is The Difference?
Physical activity Vs. exercise – what could the difference be? Most of us are often confused between physical activity and exercise. Some also believe that physical activity doesn’t warrant the need for daily exercise. But what does science say? How is physical activity different from exercise? What benefits do both offer? Here, we answer your […]
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The History Of Veganism: Know Your Roots
Credit: theveganreview.com From ancient philosophers to international movements, here is a very summarised and brief look at how veganism came to be and the milestones that make up the history of veganism. The concept of vegetarianism dates to 3300 BCE in the Indus Valley in northern and western India, with Indian philosophers such as Mahavira […]
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Three Meals a Day? Or Is There a Better Way?
Credit: visiontimes.com Eating is an essential component of our day, often taken as three complete meals. A delicious breakfast might be an incentive to get out of bed in the morning, while lunchtime provides an opportunity to get together with friends as a break from our hectic routines. Dinner, meanwhile, is valuable for family time […]
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How to deal with depression
Credit: blogsinmyemail.com Depression is defined as a mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life. In simple words, a state of low mood and aversion to activity where one is unable to experience a healthy mental well-being, the simple joys of life, appreciate […]
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12 Science-Based Benefits of Meditation
Credit: healthline.com Meditation is the habitual process of training your mind to focus and redirect your thoughts. The popularity of meditation is increasing as more people discover its many health benefits. You can use it to increase awareness of yourself and your surroundings. Many people think of it as a way to reduce stress and […]
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