A woman in India went into butt-kicking mode when a crocodile attacked her husband. The power of love knows no limits.…
On an episode of CNN’s “The Nineties”, Steven Bochco, writer and producer of shows like Hill Street Blues, LA Law, and NYPD Blue, reflected on one…
How accurate is your perception? Watch this video to get an idea (full screen is recommended)…
This article discusses how insurrections on slave ships were not uncommon, and captured women often led them. Important knowledge to commemorate…
Woman's Day has compiled a list of 25 important and not widely known facts about women's rights and achievements over the decades.
Did you…
This is the first in my series “In conversation with…” Some of the conversations will be with people I know well, others not so well. What they…
When we hear the term “wealth”, images of money and material luxuries typically come to mind. However, riches come in different forms that have…
As a kid growing up, I watched a lot of professional wrestling and one of the greats was Randy "Macho Man" Savage.
As a guest on the…
Though rejected by and estranged from his mother, a man learns to lovingly embrace the "bare reality" of who he is at his core. Regarding himself…
I am so blown away by this woman. At 91, she has an activity level that makes me look like I'm standing still and is capable of physical feats…
The American Heart Association created a checklist for good heart health that it called Life's Simple 7. The list included:
Eat better;…
A number of years ago, as part of a comprehensive physical fitness assessment, I had some metabolic testing done. This was when I learned that I…
I could probably count on one hand the number of people I know who are consistently satisfied with their sleep quality and quantity.
This…
Some of you will remember the tagline "Fly the Friendly Skies". The care and attention that a Delta flight attendant gave to a very nervous…
A South Carolina woman born with cerebral palsy was predicted by doctors to not reach the age of one. Defying the odds, she just celebrated her…
Back in my day (cue the rocking chair sound effect) Ticketmaster had outlets in record stores and the best way to get high-demand concert tickets…
When faced with "having to" do something, it can stir up feelings of resentment, obligation, burden, and not having autonomy. It's possible…
The longest scientific study on happiness ever conducted (84 years worth of research) has revealed the key to fulfillment and life satisfaction…
Though the topic of self-care gets more press these days and is extremely important to practice, many have a tough time identifying things to do…
I've never eaten at Chik-fil-A, but I like one of their recent commercials. It showcases an employee who writes short messages of kindness on…
Whether you think it's coincidence or destiny, this article showcases ten chance meetings between people that monumentally impacted our…
Being forced into extended isolation due to Covid has made it difficult for many people to find the will to reestablish friendships and personal…
A 2021 study demonstrated how just four seconds of 100% effort exercise (six total minutes weekly) improved cardiovascular function and anaerobic…
Yet another study concludes that one of the most effective ways to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety is acts of kindness.
Three…
Fewer people smoking, early detection, and improved screening methods are among the reasons for a steady decline in US cancer deaths. The survival…
A study in the journal Science Advances found that just nine percent of the globe's 6.3 billion metric tons of plastic waste has been recycled. If…
Wikipedia defines a hobby as an activity that is done for enjoyment, typically during one's leisure time. While picking up a hobby isn't something…
This great article details ways to shift one's perspective when it comes to adopting an exercise habit. Less emphasis is placed on changing…
I'll be the first to admit that I don't have a black belt when it comes to creating dishes. However, this meal is one that I'll have for breakfast…
The use of antibiotics in beef and pork has been going on for decades. In 2019, antibiotic-resistant bacteria killed over 1.2 million people…
Stress, we've all got it, and sometimes in copious amounts. In addition to relaxation breathing, and time spent in nature and with loved ones,…
A food critic's review on Tik Tok creates a sales boom for a Las Vegas pizzeria struggling to make ends meet and the restaurant owner sheds tears…
A member of the infamous Crips street gang serving time for murder finds a better way to live and a better version of himself by learning to…
Trading in a "less than healthy" habit for one that's better for you requires some examination of what makes you tick, some shifting of…
I hadn't heard of these before, but guerrilla crosswalks are those where regular citizens, without authority or permission, grab some paint and…
Metabolism refers to the chemical processes in our bodies that convert what we eat and drink into energy. This energy is used for functions like…
It turns out that happiness experts are like the rest of us—they have their bad days and challenges. This article details some of the go-to…
Niceness and people pleasing, something I'm very familiar with and have written about, is rooted in shaky self-confidence. In this article,…
It may come as no surprise but the leading cause of death is aging. Scientists seem to be making progress in targeting and removing "senescent" (…
For some time, it's been believed that a component of good sleep hygiene (actions and behaviors that promote higher-quality sleep) is to avoid…
This video shows how sand sprinkled on a table can be made into amazing designs by using sound.
Note: you may want to turn the volume down…
In a nutshell, chronotype is one's genetic predisposition for a particular sleep pattern, i.e., an early bird versus a night owl.
…
It's common knowledge that heavy alcohol consumption does no good for brain health. Over the years, a number of studies have indicated that one…
In 1992, the USDA introduced the food pyramid as a guide to proper eating. It was heavily influenced by food industry lobbyists, was difficult to…
It turns out that the positions we sleep in are pretty important. If your body has aches or pains, sleep posture can potentially improve or worsen…
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35924941/ Findings from a recent…
A waitress receives a tip that makes for an especially Merry Christmas.…
Desperate times call for desperate measures, and Jay, a resident of New York, took action that likely saved several lives from the recent historic…
For years, many countries viewed sleep as an obstacle to success and a waste of time. Fortunately, that mindset has been losing steam and people…
The heart warming story of a former homeless man, who channels his experience of suffering on the streets into providing help to those whose day…
