In today’s fast-paced and busy world, finding time to relax and recharge often takes a backseat to our numerous responsibilities. However, research indicates that incorporating a ‘lazy day’ into our weekly routine can have significant positive im…
What do you think when you hear the word “gratitude”? One of America’s most famous gratitude stories comes from Oprah Winfrey. Remember Oprah’s gratitude journal? Each day for ten years, she faithfully wrote down five things she was grateful for, thing…
From a young age, fairy tales and happily-ever-after stories are pushed into our heads, leading us to believe that the key to happiness is to find “the one”. However, with divorce rates skyrocketing it’s becoming increasingly popular to remain single f…
While it is true that you can’t judge a book by its cover, it’s hard not to make assumptions based on appearances. We notice certain characteristics and subconsciously draw connections. But are we that far off with our assumptions? Our physical charact…
Most of us probably know or have known at least one person with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Considering there are 47.5 million people suffering from dementia worldwide, chances are you know more than one. (1)Perhaps you lost a grandparent, p…
In 1789 when Benjamin Franklin said that “in this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes,” one word he forgot to add in was drama. It’s true, is it not? You’re probably caught up in some of your own – willingly or not – right …
When you picture the word depression, what do you see? Off the top, images of disinterest, sadness, loneliness, emptiness, and hopelessness are likely some of the first to arise. These are interesting concepts because many people have a very clear idea…
He did the math and the extra cash would be too good to pass up. 64-year-old Terry Robison who lives in Spring, Texas has become a famous ‘economist’ after one of his Facebook posts went viral [1]. Actually, after reading it, I’m starting to reconsider…
Lots of people love to travel. It’s exciting and gives us a reason to get out of our comfort zones. Almost everyone would agree that a trip somewhere is something to be looked forward to. I remember my first trip elsewhere in the world, everything was …
Attempting to understand human psychology is not for the faint of heart. This work is best left in the hands of a trained mad scientist. Fortunately, some brave individuals have conducted studies to better understand what makes us humans tick. Here is …
Some psychologists have estimated that somewhere between 16-50% of the world’s population can identify as being introverted. The range is pretty wide because personality is an incredibly complex and fascinating element of humanity. What that mean…
Today’s video highlights how to support your body through burnout and adrenal fatigue. Why? Because chronic stress is rampant in our society. Because we’re all stressed to the max and overwhelmed with everything we need to do in our lives. Because we’r…
Life has this remarkable way of becoming our most influential teacher. Its lessons often arrive unannounced, camouflaged in experiences that shape our perspectives and values. The classroom isn’t always comfortable, but its curriculum is rich wit…
Conversations about perspective and mindset run rampant in the health and wellness field, and for good reason. You may be an optimist, a pessimist, or a “realist”. You may see the glass half-full, half-empty, or even entirely empty no matter how m…
Do you agree that the people in your life should be ones who lift you up instead of tear you down? Every once in a while it’s healthy to do a little friend-ventory to remove the negative influences in your life and replace them with positive ones…
A middle-aged man jokes with his work friends, saying, “I love being a dad- I have 2 great kids…. but my wife has 3!” The group might laugh and allow the conversation to move on, but the truth is, many women today really do feel like …
‘Friendship is unnecessary, like philosophy, like art…. It has no survival value; rather it is one of those things which give value to survival’. C.S. Lewis Friendships are crucial to the shape of our lives. Finding someone you enjoy spending time with…
Relationships can give a lot of meaning to a person’s life. And a successful relationship takes a lot of work and trust to build. Whether if it’s a relationship with a friend or a romantic partner, navigating their personality and issues takes time. Bu…
Editor’s Note: Sections before “Why Middle Children Are Better at Innovation and Have Happier Relationships” have been added to provide more value to you, our reader! Why is it that the moment you think you’re getting a grip on …
We all know them: Those independent, seemingly unbreakable, strong women. The ones who are absolutely incredible, but are often single. When they do decide to attempt a relationship, they always seem to pick emotionally unavailable men. Perhaps you’re …
In the rapidly changing world we live in, have you ever thought, I want my kids or grandkids to be more confident. Confidence. Confidence. It’s a word that carries a lot of weight and for good reason. In Latin, the root word of confidence is fidēs, mea…
If you’ve been in the workforce for any length of time, you may have had dreams of handing in our resignation and giving your supervisor the big F-you. Well, an employee in the UK found a way to do just that and go viral at the same time. According to …
It only takes a few minutes of watching him in his element that you realize Jim Carrey is a special kind of talent. The kind of person that can have us slapping our knees with laughter, but can also bring us to the point of tears. But behind the image …
Happy Birthday to these Scorpios: Leonardo DiCaprio, Emma Stone, Katy Perry, Ryan Gosling, Demi Moore, Matthew McConaughey, Scarlett Johansson, Rachel McAdams, Owen Wilson, Anne Hathaway, Julia Roberts, Chloe Sevigny, Sean Combs, Prince Charles and Hil…
Who stares back at you when you look in the mirror? How have they changed over the years? For most people, watching their bodies change over the years can be an experience filled with mixed emotions- not all of them good. Women especially can feel bomb…
Let’s say you were given a stack of photos of women and you were asked to rate them on their beauty. How will you judge them? Perhaps you will look for smooth skin, full lashes, straight teeth, slim build, curves in the right places, contoured face, sm…
For decades, women have been told that there is only one body type that is beautiful. In recent years we have been challenging that narrative to make the world a more body-positive place for everyone. This pair of best friends set out to do just that. …
A man born in Shenyang, China in 1936 probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a model – maybe it is! Either way, eighty-year-old Deshun Wang is breaking stereotypes all over the place, from age to beauty. Wang’s Early Life A…
When we’re young, we think we know it all. I have it all figured out, you think. It’s extremely sobering to understand that you, in fact, don’t have all the answers. Time and again, the people who have lived full lives and can look back on those life e…
Love knows no bounds and this charming British couple lives out this truth day in and day out. Meet Tommy and Maryanne Pilling, two individuals with Down syndrome who married each other twenty-two years ago. Some people believe the myth that people wit…
In a time when only about half of marriages survive the test of time, it’s important to be extremely careful about where you get your relationship advice from. Between tabloid magazines that want to sell you phony dating advice to make a few buck…
Sand art is one of the most underrated forms of art in the modern world. This may be because, while being aesthetically pleasing, their effects are transient as they tend not to last, not to mention they are almost impossible to transport. Some may say…
At 96 years old, Iris Apfel is not what you would picture any other 96 year old to be. Her signature big glasses, flashy clothing, and confidence have defined her as an icon for all those who want to stand out and be different. Not only has she become …
Every husband has had those days where he didn’t necessarily rack up points. But we’re here today to celebrate the wonderful ways in which he’s helped you grow as an individual, a wife, and a mother. If your husband does any of these 18 things, you are…
Being a new mother can be an extremely stressful time. You spend 9 months literally growing a baby inside you, and then all of a sudden, or after an agonizing 22-hour-long marathon birth, you have a tiny life to take care of. Many new mothers feel a li…
To this day, etiquette is unavoidable, it is a part of our everyday lives. Many of the basic etiquette rules are based on morals and keen judgment of social situations. According to Binghampton University etiquette is ‘practicing good manners, kn…
It’s pretty easy to have bad habits in the morning. I know that the first thing I do is roll over and check my phone, then stumble into the kitchen to make coffee. But these bad morning habits are ones that I’ve decided I need to break. Bad…
With so many opinions out there, it’s sometimes difficult to judge how to make this whole parenting thing work out. We are always striving to be the best mom or dad to raise the best children possible! Everyone who has kids makes parenting mistak…
Everyone knows that excessive alcohol consumption can have negative effects on our health and well-being. But did you know that there are also numerous unexpected benefits of not drinking alcohol? Whether it’s a temporary break or a permanent cho…
We’ve all thought about what we would do if we won the lottery. With our financial woes out of the way, it seems as though the path to a happy life is pretty straightforward – but is it? Science says winning the lottery does not make people happi…