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Happiness lies, first of all, in health Life is not merely to be alive, but to be well. Wayne Fields, What the River Knows, The best six doctors anywhere And no one can deny it Are sunshine, water, rest, and air Exercise and diet. These six will gladly you attend If only you are willing Your mind they'll ease Your will they'll mend And charge you not a shilling. Introduction--why you should switch to eating nuts. When you are sauntering around the newly opened glitzy malls of the metros or the new spawning eating joints you are sometimes taken aback by the amount of children and adults showing signs of obesity, sometimes morbid, tagged along with their fawning mothers who believe that your waist circumference is directly proportional to your affluence. Unbridled capitalism and nihilistic consumerism have drawn developed countries like America into a vortex of an obesity epidemic which have produced a massive drain on their health care system and it is time to learn from thei...

Carpe diem: I did not realize the value and meaning of the word when I read it, but I did when I gained it. Procrastrination From my college days to my late 40s, I always had the idea that people who wake up early in the morning are real goons. They cannot enjoy life like a human being — no late night Netflix or thriller story books — like the birds and the animals — they go to bed as the sun sets — to rise early with its first rays — little did I realise that this routine was an elixir of life. It puts life into a different perspective and fills the day with abundant energy. Initial struggle — my routine was to delay getting up from my bed — as long as I could — but make sure I was on my desk on time — bleary-eyed and still recuperating from the previous night’s dreams and heavy meal. I needed a cupful of caffeine to kickstart the day. The motivation came from Twitter, self help books, and watching people age gracefully without suffering from lifestyle diseases. Then you realise...

I. Introduction  Importance of recognizing subtle signs of addiction and substance abuse Recognizing subtle signs of addiction is vital for • early intervention, • preventing health risks. • reducing harm. • promoting mental health. • supporting recovery. How to recognize the subtle signs of addiction /substance abuse? 1: Changes in Behavior • Increased secrecy and withdrawal: The person may become more secretive, evasive, or withdrawn, avoiding social interactions and isolating themselves from loved ones. • Changes in personal hygiene and grooming: Neglecting personal hygiene, grooming, and appearance can be a sign of declining self-care due to addiction or substance abuse. • Changes in sleep patterns: Disrupted sleep patterns, such as insomnia or oversleeping, can be indicative of substance abuse or addiction-related issues. • Changes in appetite and weight: Appetite changes, such as loss of appetite or increased cravings for certain foods. • Changes in mood and emotional inst...

I. Introduction Integrity and honesty are the two pillars on the strength of which an everlasting relationship is built. • Honesty and transparency creates a foundation of trust which builds a sense of security and safety in the relationship. Your honest communication leads to more productive and meaningful conversations and find solutions easily. • Respect: Honesty and integrity also demonstrate that you respect your partner and value your relationship. It shows that you are willing to be vulnerable and authentic, which can deepen your emotional connection and create a more meaningful bond. • Accountability: When you make a mistake or hurt your partner, owning up to it and being honest about it can help you take responsibility for your actions and show your commitment to the relationship. This can lead to increased forgiveness and understanding between partners. Overall, integrity and honesty are essential qualities in any healthy relationship. They create a strong foundation of tru...

The Role of Resilience in Achieving Success in Life: 1. Resilience helps us overcome challenges in life and helps us bounce back from setbacks.People with resilience are not averse to challenges in life and they tackle them head on and reversing them thus coming out winners in life. 2. Resilience is essential for growth: Resilient people are not bogged down by failures. These people see failure as an opportunity to learn and grow, rather than as a sign of defeat. 3. Resilience leads to greater success: People who are resilient handle the adversities of life very well . They are able to maintain a positive attitude and stay focused on their objectives, even in the face of adversity. To become resilient • it is important to adopt a growth mindset, • be willing to take risks, • and learn from mistakes. • Resilient people surround themselves with a supportive network of friends and family, and are able to ask for help when needed. • They also take care of their physical and mental heal...

It was a time: when you realized that you could sustain yourself on half of your monthly budget--with petrol bills- down to negligible, no more costly weekend dinners and the multiplex movies and malls. when the masks took the smile out of your lips and planted it on your eyes, the eyeliners and eye mascara were in vogue while the lipsticks and the lipliners faded away. when you realized that the small stretch of balcony is more than enough to burn your daily calories and so does a cotton yoga mat is more than a substitute for your fancy neighborhood gym. when vanity went out for a toss -and you realized you can survive with curated minimalism in clothes and devices without pandering to the capitalist propaganda and ads . when you realized the virus had no friends. when technology proved supreme -Apps-- grocery , swiggy -- they bought the malls at your doorsteps. when it was a field day for introverts--alone but not lonely -happy to be esconed with their songs and books but the pandem...

I was longingly looking online at the electric toothbrush available at a 30% discount, promising to give a plaque free dentitition and a perfect sparkling smile, with the same intensity as a bald man would look at a hair dryer or a curler. The only thing missing in the whole picture was my tooth—you do not realise the importance of something in life, such as health, wealth, teeth, hair, or love, until they abandon you; therefore, nurture them with care—then they will be yours for life—both virtues and vices. The tooth is one of the most essential parts of our body because it actually lets us enjoy the different tastes of life. Food is the essence of survival, and unless it is presented in the right form at the table and in the right form by the teeth to the palate, the whole beauty of a cuisine is lost. And not to mention the power of that beatific smile—with a perfect set of teeth—it can launch or destroy a thousand ships. And we have taken the maintenance of the teeth for granted s...