It’s true what they say — you are the company you keep. The people you surround yourself with can either lift you up or bring you down. Keeping negative people out of your life is vital for your own health, well-being and happiness. Choosing to surround yourself with uplifting, kind and wonderful people can keep…
Maybe you’re an old soul, or you’re falling for someone who is. Old souls tend to live and love a bit differently than others, so it’s important to understand their personality, passions, goals and dreams in order to truly get to know and love them. Here are ten things to understand before you fall in…
As scary as it may be, true intelligence seems somewhat rare today. Those with a real desire to learn, expand their knowledge and push boundaries to become truly great are few and far between. Highly intelligent people often get pushed into the background in favor of those who have the ability to entertain, and many…
When Adam was born in Northeastern India, his mother took one look at him and said if she had to take him home, she would poison him. Both parents did not want the baby because he was born with a severe cleft lip, no eyelids, no hands, and legs fused together. All these problems were…
Many of us struggle with self-worth and relying on what others have to say. This story will change your perspective! A young man who was down on his luck went to see a wise man for some guidance. He said: “I have come seeking advice, for I am haunted by feelings of worthlessness. I don’t…
Stress often creeps into our lives, even when we’re trying our hardest to keep it out. Balancing work, bills, family members, friends, romantic relationships and other obligations can be difficult, and at times it can become overwhelming. Constant stress can affect your mood, thoughts, work performance, emotions and relationships, and you may not even realize…
You probably already know that spending time in nature is great for your health and well-being. Getting some fresh air while relaxing to the sounds of birds chirping, sticks rustling under the feet of furry little creatures and trees swaying in the wind can soothe the mind and feed the soul. Nature is so diverse…
As a child, the first relationship you have is usually with your parents or caretakers. This is arguably the single most important connection you will establish, because it sets your first understanding of love. Whether you grow up in a home full of love of one full of chaos, children in even the happiest of…
When your stress level has been elevated and you feel weighed down, you could be experiencing mental fatigue. Spending long periods of time in a hectic environment or feeling constant anxiety can affect more than just your physical being. The brain controls the body, so mental fatigue can become serious. Here are five signs of…
The psychic staring effect is a phenomenon in which humans are able to sense when they’re being stared at, even when there is no possible way for them to see the person staring. Dr. Marilyn Schlitz confirmed the effect in a study where she had participants sit in an empty room with a camera. The participants’…
Cancer can be an extremely devastating disease that affects not only the person diagnosed, but their friends and family members as well. While the exact causes and cures for different types of cancers are still largely unknown, most people who are diagnosed follow the routine treatment options. Others, however, are taking things into their own…
How do you get your kid to go to sleep when they’re feeling anxious about their day or the monsters under their bed? It’s a question that perplexes many a parent, which is probably why repetitive children’s book sales are so high. But what if I told you there was a way to get your…
RSV stands for respiratory syncytial virus — a common and highly contagious virus that infects the respiratory tract of most children before the age of 2. For some, the virus simply causes a cold. But for others, a RSV infection can lead to serious problems such as bronchiolitis or pneumonia, and it can become life-threatening. RSV…
Sugar addiction has become a huge problem in the United States, leading to shocking levels of obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and even cancer. The amount of sugary sodas, juices, energy drinks, candy and processed foods that Americans are consuming has helped contribute to illnesses across the map. Five tell-tale signs of a sugar…
According to the American Cancer Society, ovarian cancer only accounts for about 3% of cancers among women. but it causes more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive system. While the exact cause of ovarian cancer is still unknown, one of the noted risk factors is diet. The American Cancer Society recommends eating…