When you think of salt, the first thing that comes to mind is probably cooking. But did you know that this common kitchen staple has been used for centuries as a natural solution for household maintenance? Its absorbent, abrasive, and antibacterial properties make it incredibly versatile, tackling everything from moisture control to stain removal without …
Over the years, alcohol addiction has yet again manifested herself as wicked of a muse as she’s always been. Alarmingly, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), nearly 14.1 million adults in the United States suffer from alcohol use disorder (AUD). A few pints a week may seem harmless at first, …
Creating and maintaining a strong, healthy romantic relationship requires a tremendous amount of work, patience, and mutual understanding. It involves continuously building trust and ensuring both partners are respected. However, there are instances when relationships can transform into toxic environments, often due to manipulative tactics such as gaslighting. Gaslighting, a troubling psychological phenomenon, typically involves …
The shadow of stigma that surrounds depression and other mental health conditions is subtle yet widespread, often going unnoticed. It persists even when depression is being discussed openly, constraining how we understand and perceive the individuals living with depression and the different forms it can take. As such, certain indicators of high-functioning depression may be …
Throughout my nursing career, I spent my share of time in both the role of the employee and supervisor. One thing I recall clearly is the fact that I always had plenty of people to staff the shifts and stay overtime when needed. However, that wasn’t always the case when I was a staff …
I confess the idea of burial leaves me feeling a little unsettled. This realization came to me with the recent loss of my dear Aunt Mary. She was like a second mother to me. Seeing her lying in her coffin made her appear exposed and vulnerable. I didn’t like it. Watching her coffin drop into …
A stunning new photo project by Arkadiusz Podniesinski recently revealed never-seen-before images offering unprecedented insight into the wild and desolate exclusion zone surrounding the Fukushima nuclear power plant – where tonnes of contaminated soil lie untouched and overgrown forest is engulfing hundreds of abandoned vehicles and homes. Many vehicles now lie almost completely covered by …
If Clocky, the motorized alarm clock that runs away so you can’t hit the snooze button, isn’t enough to force you out bed, you need this High Voltage Ejector Bed. The mad engineer behind the amazing invention is Colin Furze.Furze has created the perfect bed to prevent anyone from oversleeping an alarm ever again. His High Voltage Ejector …
Perhaps your first crush was Eric from The Little Mermaid, even though he was clearly not real his pretty blue eyes, floppy hair and sweet pursuit of Ariel was still hard to resist. Even if falling head over fins for a cartoon drawing seems a little silly, anyone that has ever found Disney Princes attractive …
There was a time in our not-so-distant history when we didn’t know how bad smoking was for you. Doctors smoked in the office with their patients and even pregnant mothers puffed on cigarettes without a worry in the world. Today, we all know that smoking is bad for your health. In fact, the U.S. Department …
Depression can be a hard mental illness to diagnose. Especially since many who suffer from it choose to conceal their depression. At times it makes them feel alienated, or feel like there’s no one to reach out to for help. If you or someone you know show any of these habits, please reach out to …
Most people assume that those with anxiety disorders face severe limitations in their daily lives. However, some anxious people function well at work, maintain a social life, and generally appear “normal.” In fact, they might even be considered high achievers. Yet, on the inside, they are worried, stressed, and have a tendency to assume the …