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The Experiment In order to understand a little more about the relationship between stress, eating habits and the environment, 100 college students were chosen to participate in this study. The students were divided into 2 groups, one being placed in a neat and tidy kitchen environment while the other was placed in a kitchen which was chaotic and cluttered. Once there, the students were encouraged to think and talk about times they had felt in control of a situation and times when they had felt stressed or out of control....

With winter fast approaching, playing host to chilly chins and No-Shave-vember, beards are about to get really popular, really soon. Unfortunately, one question that simply does not get asked enough is ‘which type of beard would suit me best?’ Having never really gotten the hang of growing a beard, I’ve never thought about it but surely some menfolk have pondered whether they suit a goatee or a full-on lumberjack-esque beard?...

15 Common Complaints of Dumb Complainers

You shouldn’t be surprised by your reaction to the negative comment, as it’s a human’s survival mechanism to avoid being criticized. Clearly, we don’t want to be seen as failures, so we’d rather shut our eyes and cover our ears than have to take any criticisms from others. However, there’s a serious problem with this approach. Namely, by doing our utmost to avoid being criticized, we allow ourselves to travel on a never-ending highway of mediocrity....

At some point or another, everyone stumbles into an awkward situation or makes a verbal misstep. But some people just seem to be born to put their foot in their mouths. Although many people may think that only a rude, socially inept, or downright unintelligent person would constantly say the wrong thing at the wrong time, that couldn’t be farther from the truth. In reality, people who can’t seem to stop themselves from saying what’s on their mind are actually awesome to be around....

You may have experienced this—times when you are extremely fatigued, but you’re not ready to sleep at all. And when you try to sleep, it evades you furthermore. These are times when you are too tired to sleep. I have some feasible solutions for you in this article as I discuss the importance of sleep and why you can’t sleep even when you’re feeling tired. Why Am I Too Tired To Sleep?...

When you make it a conscious habit to express appreciation for your life, the Universe listens and responds with more love. Let me be clear… this doesn’t mean that you’re a bad person if you aren’t able to see the good on a bad day. Life is far from perfect. Sometimes things happen that cause us to react negatively. Having a pity party is okay now and then. However, it does nothing good for your mental and emotional well-being....

I started my first business aged 21 full of optimism, passion and arrogance. Like most 20 year-olds, I thought listening was a waste of time. Sure, they might have done it before, but I was doing something different and better. It took me 20 years to realise that talking to people and asking for help are two of the most useful skills an entrepreneur can learn. Find a mentor Finding a mentor is a good way of receiving professional and targeted guidance....

You may even want to give up but don’t! I am here to provide you with help in figuring out why you are struggling with getting fit and will some realistic solutions. First, it is important to highlight that being skinny doesn’t automatically make someone healthy or fit. In-fact, that’s far from the truth as a small frame doesn’t guarantee either. However, it is a known fact that there are more health risks associated with obesity....

Even though you may not know it, because many people feel too ashamed to talk about it, there are people all around you that have experienced the same thing, myself included. Breaking The Pattern of Attracting Narcissists I know how disheartening this experience can be. For almost 9 years, I attracted one dysfunctional relationship after another. I wasn’t sure things would ever change for me, but eventually, they did. The good news is that there is a way to break the cycle of attracting narcissists....

Personal to-do lists Events management Task management File tracking Marketing I’m sure we could find dozens of other uses that people have for email, but the truth of the matter is that emails don’t provide an efficient solution to any of these points. Emails were intended to send messages. They do that extremely well. Have you ever lost an email? Have you ever had an email that has never arrived to its user?...

A lack of fiber is much too common, and leads to constipation—a top complaint brought to physicians. And, if your body is not detoxifying properly you will feel sluggish, lack energy, have skin flare-ups, and be prone to weight gain. Did you know that you need 25-35 grams of fiber a day ? This can seem like an arduous task if you’re not eating the right foods. This article will give you an easy blueprint to ensure you get your daily fiber intake in a simple and enjoyable way....

For others, productivity is necessary in order for creativity to thrive. I’m part of the latter group, productivity has been my savior. It has been the gap between stress and calm, the link between dreams and action and the catalyst that helped convert mediocre to successful. Do we have to follow the rules? Learning to be more productive can be a chore — it can be daunting to try and adopt a new way of working....

Are you feeling drained and exhausted with everyone needing or wanting something from you? Our boundaries are mixed when we float on sensitive and caring bubbles.The toxic bubbles start bursting those bubbles. Even if we convince ourselves that is it beneficial, red lights will appear and all comes to a halt. You feel like no one cares when you are the one that really has an issue. Do for Yourself As You Do Unto Others Now everybody needs to be liked, but remember that you can easily slip into this mission the wrong way....

Complicators, they seem blind or fearful of simple solutions. Everything they do, they do it in the most difficult and complex manner. From a distance, this looks like they thrive on challenges. Simplifiers, on the other hand, are the opposite. They avoid complications of any kind. They can be mistaken for people who only do the minimum amount of work needed to get by. The difference between these two kinds of people becomes obvious when they are required to write an essay or report....

Running continues to become increasingly popular in the United States, especially endurance running in the form of marathon distances and beyond. Have you ever wondered if there is a common factor motivating so many to cover such long distances? Why do some runners describe a sense of euphoria, or “high,” during a run, while it remains absent in others? Forrest Gump, famously quipped that he “just felt like running” as he embarked on his coast to coast trek in the 1994 film....

All you anti-breakfasters out there might want to reconsider your morning meal abstinence, for the sake of your health; we’ve got the numbers to back up its importance. Bon appetit! Featured photo credit: When We Eat Matters/Massive Health via data.massivehealth.com

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The health benefits of exercise are well documented and widely known. Yet, it is one of the most neglected aspect our lives. As a consequence, our health suffers and the medical bills pile up. Physical activity keeps us healthy, improves mood and self esteem. Research shows that people who exercise regularly lead a healthier, happier life compared to those who don’t. Given the overwhelming evidence, it seems obvious that we should all exercise regularly....

People with a mild dependency can experience withdrawal, but it will be in a different manner than those who have been battling a long-term addiction and heavy dependency. It would be wise to consult a doctor when deciding to kick alcohol addiction, ensuring that if the symptoms become extreme, there is someone to call and visit for treatment. Stage One This first stage of alcohol withdrawal is presented by tremors....