We have all heard and probably recited the nursery rhyme “sticks and stones can break my bones ” You know the rest: “But words can never hurt me.” If only it were true. The fact is that words do hurt. Unlike a bruise or broken bone, we can’t see the…
Grouping, labeling, sorting, removing, ordering and arranging our precious treasures, at home or work, is an ongoing process or an awful mess. The reality of it’s better to practice “staying” organized than “getting” organized, especially if you want to avoid that overwhelming feeling you get as you “step up” into…
Conquering food cravings is vital to the success of your diet and weight-loss plan. No matter what diet plan you are on, you will inevitably face cravings. Everything seems to be going along smoothly; you’re doing great on your diet plan, and then you have a bad day or go…
By Robert Benson Do dogs provide health benefits? Believe it or not, they do! Did you know that owning a dog and pet ownership in general, can help a person in many ways? Owning a pet can improve your mental wellness, reduce your visits to the doctor, improve your cardiovascular…
Stress can make even the most focused and hardworking people lose their minds. Stress can ruin your life when you’re always worried about something and scared that you’re going to fail. Many people may not realize how easy it is to relieve stress and live a healthier, happier life. There…
By Peter Hutch Transcendental meditation was taught for the first time in the West about fifty years ago by the physician and philosopher Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. It soon became very popular around the world because of its many positive effects. This particular meditation technique is independent of local values, religions,…
Weight loss is a lifestyle. You live in a world that tells you to lose weight — while tempting you to gain more. To maintain successful weight loss, you must address the mental issues, not just the physical. Weight loss is work. “Get-thin-quick” schemes are as unreliable as “get-rich-quick” schemes….
In the past several years, the dating scene has changed considerably. People are busier, careers sometimes move to the top of our priority list, and dating has had to evolve as a result. Online dating has transformed the way adults can meet their next date, expanding your options far beyond…
If you’re sick of sex, you needn’t feel alone. At some point in life, it happens to everyone. Why are you tired of sex? The reasons vary, and rest assured, whatever they are, there are ways to recapture or boost your interest in sex. Here are some effective ways to…
By Martin Mak If you need to recall something that you learned just a few seconds ago or maybe 2 minutes ago, you are using your short term memory. Many factors affect your short term memory, also known as working memory. Understanding, or being aware of these factors, can help…