When we are younger, we tend to consider every playmate and classmate our friend. Birthday parties in elementary school are large affairs with friends crowded around the table. As we grow older, this crowd diminishes. We begin to notice different kinds of friends, including those who are just casual acquaintances. We end up losing friends. Some friends...

No matter what type of relationship we have with someone – familial, friendship, or romantic relationship – we all want to feel seen, heard and appreciated. We want to feel loved and respected. Above all else, we want to feel important to the people who we have decided are important to us. What happens when those...

A mom is that person who immerses the entirety of herself into another human being – her child. Science says that some of a baby’s DNA cells never leave the mother’s body, a phenomenon known as fetomaternal microchimerism. Some of the fetus’s cells escape from the uterus through the placenta and will be transported by...

Carbon dioxide is one of the most abundant and active gases causing the greenhouse effect, a process whereby the earth’s atmosphere traps radiation and heat from the sun, which results in global warming. CO2 is a naturally occurring gas that can either be produced or increased by things such as animal respiration, volcanic eruptions, deforestation,...

Many influencers, CEOs, and gurus contribute their success to waking up early. So anyone looking to improve their productivity, physical health, and mental wellbeing tend to hear recommendations to become an early riser. Waking up at 5 a.m. can provide the time and space to do self-care, practice mindfulness, exercise, and get started on work....

It used to be that the only people you heard talking about sobriety were those who had a drinking problem. Today, however, more and more people are choosing to go sober for reasons other than addiction. While the benefits of sobriety are often extolled for their impact on physical well-being, the lesser-known social implications of...

As companies across industries assess the performance of their youngest hires, many are noticing a troubling trend. Gen Z employees, often fresh out of college, are being let go at a faster rate than their older counterparts. A new study sheds light on why this might be happening. It offers insights into the challenges faced...

Being likable isn’t just about what you do—it’s equally about what you choose not to do. People who are genuinely liked often have a few traits in common, and these characteristics help them build deeper, more meaningful connections with others. Here’s a look at the things that likable people avoid, which makes them so endearing....

“A hero is someone who, in spite of weakness, doubt or not always knowing the answers, goes ahead and overcomes anyway.” – Christopher Reeve  It was a terrifying ordeal for Alyssa Bostic when she got buried alive under a collapsed sand cave at the beach. Just over two years ago, a fun day at the...

A lot of people would wonder why any elderly person would bother with weight loss. Really, aren’t they supposed to be relaxing and not stressing themselves out in their golden years? Well, they’re about to be re-schooled by Jessica Slaughter, an 86-year-old grandmother from St Louis, Missouri. This determined senior citizen went down from a...

We all know how parents work hard to support their kids. For 18+ years, moms and dads will do just about anything to make sure their children are comfortable and provided for. Many people first think of expensive cars or luxurious vacations as a way to spend their wages. However, the expression “home is where...

Retirement is a significant life transition that affects relationships, viewpoints, and everyday routines. It redefines identity and purpose from newly discovered freedom to shifting priorities. Here, we look at a few of the major changes that occur once the typical work years end and we retire. 1. It Becomes Lonelier Retirement isn’t always the best...