Hands up who has given their partner the silent treatment in a relationship? Now let’s have another show of hands for all those that didn’t think it caused their partners any real pain? Would you be surprised to learn that silent treatment in a relationship causes actual physical pain? This is because ignoring someone activates the same area of the brain that responds…
Should you trust your gut feeling about relationships? Go with your gut. Trust your gut feelings. Follow your instincts. How many times have we heard this advice? But is there such a thing as a gut feeling about relationships and can science prove it? Actually, there is scientific evidence that suggests gut feelings have a very solid biological base. And it’s all to…
Do you want to know how to make people like you? If so, did you know that scientists have researched this very subject and found psychological reasons why we naturally gravitate to some and not others? Some of their findings you might not have heard of and have fancy names like spontaneous trait transference. Others are more familiar like mirroring body language. So…
Were your parents emotionally disconnected from you when you were a child? You were probably raised by neglectful parents. Like the other parenting styles, uninvolved parenting can have consequences for children that last into adulthood. We discuss what it is, its causes and how it affects children. A Case in Point Sabrina (not her real name) recalls her childhood with uninvolved parents. They…
Is your hair dry and stressed? A banana mask has tremendous benefits for hair. We introduce you to what they are, and how you can make an inexpensive one for yourself. How do bananas benefit your hair? It may seem frivolous to use bananas for hair care, but they work. Here are the many ways you can use them to make your crowning…
These simple romantic ideas will help you revive romance in your long-term relationship or marriage, even if you have been together for many years. We’ve all been there: your eyes shine with joy, you never fight with your partner, and you’re happy. Romance is in the air: candies, flowers, kisses... That’s the honeymoon period with its romantic ideas and atmosphere. However, it never…
You've missed your period but are sure that you aren't pregnant. Why could your period be late? Late periods are a cause for concern. They are indicative of health issues and may make changing one's lifestyle necessary. Here is some insight for women who wonder why their period is late. A Normal Menstrual Cycle You are familiar with the menstrual cycle, or a…
For years I have battled against various phobias. I have researched many treatments but none have proven to be successful. This is why, when I happened to stumble across a study that associated dopamine function with fear, I was suddenly interested. I’ll tell you why. A few decades ago I had a night phobia. It was the worst of the phobias I had…