How often do you get hiccups? They’re a common condition surrounded by a lot of misinformation. In the movies, they’re often a telltale sign that a character has a drinking problem. In reality, they have many causes. You’ve probably heard of dozens of home remedies. However, most of them lack any science to back them up. You may even be wondering what is going on with … [Read more...] about Understanding Hiccups
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Anger: What It Is, How to Use It, and How Not to Use It
Anger is part of life. Everyone gets angry sometimes. However, it's crucial to realize that not all emotion is harmful. When you're mad, it's best to assess what's behind your emotion. You can then take steps to eliminate it. Resolving anger is not easy, though. It can also be frustrating, time-consuming, and downright exhausting. But resolving your anger can help you live a … [Read more...] about Anger: What It Is, How to Use It, and How Not to Use It
5 Ways to Help Children Set Boundaries
One of the best things a parent can do is help their children set boundaries. Boundaries help children develop limits for themselves and their activities. One example is saying "no" to their friends when they want to do something that they know their parents would not approve of or asking them to do something that makes them feel unsafe. Other boundaries include telling … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Help Children Set Boundaries
5 Ways to Break Free from Negative Patterns
As humans, we form habits. In the process of developing our habits, we also create patterns. They are habits that we do continuously. Sometimes it's good to have a habit because it helps us remember things or makes life easier. But some actions do more harm than good. Work to break free from these negative patterns as soon as possible. Why? These patterns can lead you down a … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Break Free from Negative Patterns
9 Common Negative Habits That Are More Harmful Than You Realize
Everyone has a good understanding of which habits are good and which are not. However, some bad habits are much worse than you might realize. When you understand how damaging many common negative habits really are, you’ll be more motivated to make a positive change to your behavior. A bad habit is generally more damaging than a good habit is helpful. See how … [Read more...] about 9 Common Negative Habits That Are More Harmful Than You Realize