Are you taking care of your aging parents with more health issues than a WebMd page? It’s a duty that you probably take on willingly, and with total love and devotion. However, you need to take care of yourself too. Many caregivers are at risk for burnout, driven by anxiety/worry and physical and emotional exhaustion. [...]
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How to make new friends
It was easier to make friends in school: you just struck a conversation with someone in your class, or signed up for a club or a sport, and voila—a potential kindred spirit. But once we start working, our circles narrow down considerably. We’re busy, often shuttling straight from the office to our home. When we [...]
Effect of suppressed anger on health
Yes, you’re angry at someone, and can spend many hours thinking of what he did, why he’s wrong, and all the things you wish you could say and do to get back at him. But the fact is that chronic, deep-seated anger can hurt your health. Here are some of the effects of anger on [...]
How to productively deal with anger
Hidden anger hurts your health, and temper outbursts can damage your relationship. So if you’re In the habit of suppressing what you feel and then going berserk when the stress piles up, read this article. It will help you understand your temper and then identify and control the triggers that lead to emotional outbursts.
How to deal with stressful friendships
Friends should be warm, supportive, and fun to be with, right? Uhm…ideally. There are some “friends” who seem to make you feel miserable and guilty, or cut you down with sarcastic or insulting comments and then laugh it off. These are very toxic relationships, and it may make us wonder why we bother even hanging [...]
How to confidently start a conversation
Conversation can be considered an art. It requires a certain skill and flourish to start conversations and maintain it interesting and genuinely engage the other party. Some people are just natural conversationalists and can start a conversation without any effort. Others, on the other hand, find it difficult to converse with other people, much less [...]
How to deal with difficult family members during reunions
You love your family, but let’s face it: sometimes they can drive you crazy. Some relatives are downright toxic to be with. The overcritical aunt who has a knack for sandwiching a compliment between two cutting insults. The clingy mother who makes you feel guilty, somehow, for actually having your own life. The bossy brother [...]
How to find time to meet up with friends
When was the last time you went out with your friends? Once you get sucked into “adult responsibilities”—work, household errands, raising kids—it can be very hard to squeeze in time for friends. Instead, we keep in touch through Facebook or the occasional text message. However, regular “friend time” is crucial! Studies show that having deep [...]
Can birth order affect your personality?
Some people believe that your birth order—whether you were the eldest, youngest or middle child—can affect your personality traits and outlook on life. The theory is based on the kind of experiences you have had, based on the social expectations and the experiences you may have been exposed to. Here is a general view of [...]
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