Reading increases emotional intelligence. Research has shown that people who read literary fiction — stories that explore the inner lives of characters — show a heightened ability to understand the feelings and beliefs of others. Researchers call this ability the “theory of mind,” a set of skills essential for building, navigating, and maintaining social relationships.
The body doesn’t make iodine on its own, so you need to get it from food sources or supplements... Your thyroid plays a crucial role in your overall health, and iodine plays a vital role in its ability to function properly...
Basically, the opposite of FAST FOOD, slow food is home-cooked healthy meals which are good for our bodies as well as the environment. Personally, I have found learning to cook and prepare food to be a bountiful experience especially when carried out with the help of my two children. It’s fun family time, they get to eat good healthy food and we get to learn and grow together.
@sikhdad and I created a safe space to discuss the topic of Men’s mental health within our community shortly after the news spread. We went through the community’s questions and covered the below topics:
There’s no shame in acknowledging you need help. You can start with a trusted friend or your faith leader. But don’t delay if you think you may need professional help.
If you’re worried about an upcoming event at which you need to perform in some way — a presentation at work or a toast at a wedding — here’s how you might reframe stress as something useful:
Money can’t buy happiness! Maybe it can? Evidence suggests that prosocial spending — defined as spending money on other people, rather than on yourself (giving to charity is an example) — can boost our emotional well-being and provide many other health benefits.