Stress relief seems hard to come by these days. Stress is an inescapable reality, fortunately or unfortunately. But it’s how you handle it that matters. In those moments that you let your stress get the best of you, it can become a negative long-term response that ruins friendships, relationships, jobs, and more. More than half...

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, knowing how to behave in a given situation, knowing how to interact with people’. Why you...

“Stress” has become a bit of a buzzword, wouldn’t you agree? It seems that wherever you go and whoever you speak to, everybody’s got some form of stress in their lives. Our constant exposure to stress has really taken the spotlight as a modern-day health issue. As it turns out, chronic levels of stress are pretty...

There are over 40 neurotransmitters in the human nervous system, and dopamine (DA) is considered one of the top four significant neurotransmitters, next to acetylcholine, serotonin, and glutamate.   What is dopamine, and what are its roles?  DA is a well-known brain chemical (neurotransmitter); although it also acts as a compound that helps maintain homeostasis (state...

Migraines are no fun, and they can greatly impact our daily lives. But did you know that they could be connected to your hormones, specifically serotonin? Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions, including mood, digestion, and blood flow. In recent years, researchers have discovered a significant link...

In recent years, there has been growing interest in the use of natural supplements to promote brain health and cognitive function. One such supplement that has gained popularity is Ashwagandha. Derived from the root of the Withania somnifera plant, Ashwagandha has been used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for its potential health benefits. Let’s...

Have you ever come across someone who seems overly self-centered, manipulative, and constantly seeking admiration and attention? It’s possible that you may have encountered a narcissist. But what exactly is narcissism, and how can you distinguish a narcissist from someone who is just egotistical? In this guide, we will delve into the key characteristics and...

“Middle-aged” women are not the same as they once were: Most of us don’t picture long-haired, jeans, and converse-wearing women when we hear this term. A 2017 survey done exclusively for The Telegraph shows that society’s image of women in their 40s and 50s no longer fits with who they actually are. This is the...

As if we needed more reasons to follow a Mediterranean style diet, while many diet trends come and go, the Mediterranean diet is an original, and to this day is still praised and followed for its inclusion of plant-based foods, omega-fatty acids and filling fiber coming from legumes.  However it’s one specific ingredient that gets...

The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck, but its impact on our overall well-being is far from small. The thyroid plays a crucial role in regulating numerous bodily functions, including metabolism, energy production, and hormone balance. When the thyroid isn’t functioning properly, it can lead to various health issues. The...

During the past several months of lockdowns, quarantines, and social distancing, families across the country and around the world have been separated, unable to see each other, hug each other, and support each other. In many ways, this extremely difficult time has brought families closer together, at least from an emotional standpoint. It has helped...

When many people think of depression, they think of individuals too sad to get out of bed or other popular images touted by Hollywood. Unfortunately, despite being widely discussed, depression’s stigma lingers. It’s difficult for those suffering from it to hear these untrue cliches about what they’re going through, and it may prevent them from...