Most people think of daydreaming as harmless — a little mental escape, a sign of a creative mind. That’s what I believed for years too. What I didn’t realize was that my daydreaming had quietly crossed a line, and by the time I understood what was happening, it had already cost me jobs, relationships, scholarships, […]
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Therapy can be a truly transformative experience — a safe, supportive space for personal growth, healing, and self-discovery. It gives you room to explore your emotions, gain deeper self-awareness, and develop practical strategies for navigating life’s challenges. But here’s something not everyone realizes going in: what you get out of therapy is largely shaped by […]
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Finding the right mental health professional is one of the most important steps you can take for your well-being. Whether you’re seeking therapy for the first time or looking for someone new, the right fit can make all the difference in your healing journey. Finding the right mental health professional looks different for everyone. What […]
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Most of us have been told since childhood to stop daydreaming — to pay attention, stay focused, and keep our heads out of the clouds. But what if that advice was actually working against us? Science increasingly shows that letting your mind wander isn’t a character flaw. In fact, it might be one of the […]
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Achieving a happier, more productive life requires a firm commitment to ongoing self-improvement. This goal is best achieved through balance, good health, and financial strength. Other important keys to greater life enjoyment include a fruitful career and sound decision-making skills. Below are five tips to help you live a happier more productive life. 1) Strive to […]
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Hypnosis is one of the oldest forms of psychotherapy around, but it is not always the first option people think of. Learning how to use self-hypnosis for anxiety, is a great way to manage anxiety, and it’s easier than you might think. There are some wonderful hypnotic techniques that can be combined to help you […]
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Meditation increases happiness A study published in Psychosomatic Medicine (Davidson et al., 2003), found that practicing meditation regularly not only made people happier but that the level of happiness increased the longer they meditated. The study also found that the immune systems of people who meditated were much stronger compared to the immune systems of […]
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Doing chores It can be really difficult to motivate yourself to do chores when there are a million more important things that you could be doing instead. Try and enjoy the activity by taking stock of the individual actions and how they are helping to improve the state of the room or house. Working on […]
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Are you obsessed with your email? How often do you check it? Is it time to step away from the laptop and your phone notifications? Our phones, too, are a constant source of notifications flooding in, whether it’s an email a text, or a social media notification. And every time I see my phone light […]
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I love my family. A LOT. My brothers and sisters are beautiful, creative, hilarious, and passionate people who still somehow manage to be very different from each other. They are really great! We still don’t see eye to eye on almost anything, though. Over the years we’ve developed a somewhat graceful way of dealing with […]
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Sir Mix a Lot was right. And we should all love big butts. The reason being? Apparently, women who have larger posteriors are shown to be smarter and healthier. The study was performed by Oxford University professors and shows a correlation between a “pear-type” body have been shown to be generally healthier and smarter. According […]
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Remember when VegNews was exposed for using edited pictures of non-vegan foods in order to promote their vegan recipes. 2011 was definitely the beginning of veganism hitting the mainstream. Remember when Oprah and three-hundred-something of her staff went vegan and after that, Bill Clinton? I didn’t see that coming. Since then, we’ve seen lots more celebrities, athletes, and even […]
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Sometimes the most miserable thing about being vegan is dealing with non-vegan CRAVINGS. In my mind, cravings often take on the form of a monster under the bed or a horror-movie killer knocking down the door. The victim runs, but there is no place to hide. I often have no control over my cravings. Willpower, […]
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Nutritional Insurance is Tricky, Supplements can help While your body may need certain supplements, nutritionists continue to have different opinions about what roles one-a-day supplements should play in a diet. What counts as a supplement? Anything you add to your diet is a supplement. When thinking about supplements, most people immediately imagine daily multivitamins and […]
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1. Get Plenty of Grains Whole grains and cereals are excellent sources of carbohydrates, healthy fats, and proteins. Whole grains are perfect additions to your vegan pantry. Buying them in bulk to keep them properly stored and easily accessible is the best way to keep them around. Store them in labeled and dated sealed containers […]
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