We all have stress in our lives. I think it is unavoidable. But too much stress can lead to a long list of physical and mental issues.What is too much stress though? I found this article from Healthline. It lists 11 signs that could signal you're under too much stress.I will tell you to read with caution. Almost all of us will suffer from many of these… it just could be a warning sign if you are experiencing too many at the same time. Last thing in the world I want this article to do is stress you out about having some or all of these signs!Be Well,Anisa 1. Acne… Acne is one of the most visible ways that stress often manifests itself. When some people are feeling stressed out, they tend to touch their faces more often. This can spread bacteria and contribute to the development of acne. Several studies have also confirmed that acne may be associated with higher levels of stress. One study measured acne severity in 22 people before and during an exam. Increased levels of stress as a result of the exam were associated with greater acne severity (2Trusted Source). Another study of 94 teenagers...
Month: September 2021
Can You Solve This “Simple” Riddle? It Has Many People Scratching Their Heads…
Puzzles, brain teasers or riddles are great to help keep our minds sharp.You may have seen this new riddle making the rounds on the internet. Many have said it is hard, while others say it is super simple!This horse riddle, or more specifically, the buying-and-selling strategy of a horse have many people posting answers that are completely wrong!The Riddle is below… see if you can figure it out. Bonus points if you can spot what tripped so many people up.Be Well,Anisa The Riddle… A man buys a horse for $60. He sells the horse for $70. He then buys the horse back for $80. And he sells the horse again for $90. In the end, how much money did the man make or lose? Or did he break even? INSANE LOW PRICE ALERT!This item sold for $40, but now you can get one for $3! And with traveling becoming popular again this is great. I have used it for 10 years!Get yours while you can by visiting our site! The Answer… Although it might appear simple at first glance, this riddle has a sneaky twist to it that can trip you up if you're not following along closely with every...
Unexpected Reasons For Brain Fog & Moodiness
As we get older we tend not to drink enough water. I found this article on Brain Fog and other issues that was quite interesting and I wanted to share!Your frequent headaches and mood swings may not be a sign of stress or other maladies.Instead, they may indicate that you're dehydrated. If you race around too much and forget to drink enough fluids, you can begin to feel fatigued, experience headaches, mood fluctuations, and just not be as sharp mentally. Some people start to think more negatively and perceive physical activities as more difficult to perform.Luckily, there are many ways to avoid this, even for those who don't enjoy drinking plain water and don't want to give up their java habit. Here are expert tips to help:Be Well,Anisa Drink fluids… Aim for a minimum of half your body weight in ounces per day (75 oz. for a 150 lb. person), mostly from water. ATTENTION GEORGE CARLIN FANS!All 14 George Carlin HBO Specials + More Stuff is finally available!Get this commemorative, boxed set edition of George Carlin at his funniest.In fact we have a treat for you… VISIT HERE TO WATCH A VIDEO CLIP Limit sugary beverages… If you don't like...
4 Ways to Stop Beating Yourself Up, Once and For All
I just turned 59 last week. I have mixed emotions. On one hand I still feel like I'm 30, but my body disagrees with that feeling!This whole Third Age idea is about embracing and celebrating our age. But if you are like me the "inner critic" can get in the way.What is this "inner critic"? It's your internal voice that is mostly negative talk that can give us false, harmful thoughts that often lead to misconceptions about our self.I found this article by Jennice Vilhauer Ph.D. that gives us 4 easy ways to calm the "inner critic" within.Be Well,Anisa 1. Notice The Critic… To gain control over your inner critic you have to first be aware of it. During every conscious moment we have an inner dialogue with ourselves. Much of our thinking is so automatic and happening so rapidly that we barely notice it before we move on to the next thought. Making the conscious effort to slow down and pay more attention to your thoughts will help you notice when the critic is present. Your emotions will also cue you to the presence of the critic. Negative emotions such as doubt, guilt, shame, and worthlessness are almost always...