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4 Ways Spicy Foods Boost Our Health

4 Ways Spicy Foods Boost Our Health

I am known among my friends and family for my love of spicy food. In fact, I carry a few small bottles of hot sauce wherever I go – in case there’s some kind of emergency. And yes, I use them often. Some people believe that the appeal of spicy food lies in the thrill of the challenge. […]

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4 Things We Should Never Demand From Our Partners

4 Things We Should Never Demand From Our Partners

There are many things we should absolutely demand from our partners. Respect, honesty, and fidelity. for example, are vital to any relationship. However, many people go beyond this and overstep the boundaries of reasonable entitlement. When we believe our partner owes us something that they do not, we are shifting the balance of power in a […]

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Study: Pets Strongly Benefit Those With Mental Illness

Study: Pets Strongly Benefit Those With Mental Illness

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened,” wrote Anatole France. Those who have owned – and truly loved – a pet recognize that doing so forms a bond completely unlike any other. Our pets love us in a way that is uncomplicated and unconditional. They give us warmth and purpose. They […]

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Design Your Ideal Life: A Strategy from a Google Coach

Design Your Ideal Life: A Strategy from a Google Coach

How many times have you sworn you were going to get your life together? It’s an appealing proposition, but also an overwhelming one. How does one advance a career while being a good parent, loving spouse, and devoted friend? Is it possible to lose ten pounds while doing so? How does one balance these things with […]

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How to Handle Criticism the Way Mentally Strong People Do

How to Handle Criticism the Way Mentally Strong People Do

No one likes to be the subject of criticism. It challenges our sense of self-belief and can leave us feeling belittled and judged. There are some people, however, that relish being criticized, that look forward to a challenge and do not take criticism to heart. These are the mentally strong. So how do the mentally […]

The Ideal Mom, The Ideal Worker, and Our Dehumanizing Expectations of Women

The Ideal Mom, The Ideal Worker, and Our Dehumanizing Expectations of Women

“There is no such thing as work-life balance. Everything worth fighting for unbalances your life,” wrote Alain de Botton. But still, as women, we feel pressured to “go for it”; to “lean in”; to “have it all”. The average American mother returns to work only weeks after giving birth. About half of new mothers take five weeks or more […]

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5 Grains of Ancient Wisdom That Will Make Your Life Easier

5 Grains of Ancient Wisdom That Will Make Your Life Easier

Ancient wisdom can teach us surprisingly many things about ourselves and our life. We love to read and watch movies about ancient civilizations. There’s just something mystical about people and their way of living in the times of ancient Rome and Greece. Even if we are not dedicated fans of history, we enjoy a good