Loving yourself for who you are, and caring for yourself both physically and mentally, can often seem overwhelming or even selfish. But pay no heed to the naysayers, and learn to love yourself despite all the negativity life throws at you. Here is what the greats have to say when it came to self-care: Oprah Winfrey on being there for yourself: Oprah tells us to always work on yourself since we are the only ones...
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It is common advice these days to drink plenty of water, and for good reason. We have been told constantly that our bodies as humans are made of about 70% water and water is necessary for almost every function the human body carries out. In truth, the human body is 60% made up of water and it is not unusual to find water levels between 45% and 75%. The amount of water in a human...
In the quest for successful children, parenting researcher and author Jennifer Breheny Wallace has a refreshing perspective: raise them to be "healthy strivers." These resilient, self-motivated individuals don't tether their self-worth to their accomplishments. While today's teenagers often find themselves entangled in a hyper-competitive environment, this approach can help alleviate the anxiety and depression plaguing many. Wallace contends that the mounting pressure to succeed in an atmosphere she terms "toxic achievement culture" significantly contributes to...
Some family secrets don’t protect you. They blind you. That was the case for Brooklyn Olumba, whose family believed they had no history of breast cancer. Everything changed when her aunt was diagnosed late and passed away just three months later. It was a painful shock, but also a turning point. This tragic loss forced the family to ask hard questions. And those questions led to answers that saved Brooklyn’s life. Her story is a...
Recently, you may have come across plenty of discussions with the older generation taking offense to the newer generation opting for a pet rather than an actual child. You might’ve also seen new couples taking their due time when it comes to planning children but they don’t wait long to get themselves a pet. So, what is the big deal about pets, particularly dogs, which makes a lot of people opt for them over babies?...
When it comes to fashion and glamor, few names stand out as prominently as Naomi Campbell. As one of the sought-after models from the 1980s to today, she has graced countless catwalks across the world and captivated audiences with her beauty, grace, and style. But what about her diet plan? What exactly does the glamorous model eat to maintain an incredible look despite crossing the standard age? It turns out that the supermodel lives by...
We know how important it is to keep yourself clean. In the last few years, this idea has been reinforced to protect yourself from the deadly Coronavirus. We assume that scrubbing our bodies every day is the best way to stay clean and healthy, however, scientists have proven that excessive bathing or showering can cause more harm than good. According to one doctor, only three parts of your body need to be washed with soap...
