self care
For a healthy mind, body, and soul.
Giant Snakes and Ladders
For half a century, “I need to get fit; I wanna get fit; I’m getting fit!” has been a refrain, an infinity loop spooling through my brain. Typically, as soon as the thought “I’m on a fitness charge” sneaks into my mind, the wheels legs and or feet fall off and I’m back to square one twelve. It’s just one life sized game of Snakes and Ladders in the realm of exercise and fitness.
By Angie the Archivist 📚🪶5 months ago in Longevity
How to Protect Your Peace Without Logging Off Completely. AI-Generated.
I have a love-hate relationship with my phone. I love that I can call my mom while walking to the kitchen. I love that I can find a recipe, send a photo, or hear a friend's laugh from across the ocean.
By NotesByLiza5 months ago in Longevity
Understanding the generational differences.
Understanding the generational differences. How attitudes to risk taking, have changed As a young man (born 1942 so talking about years 1958 to 1970,) Myself, and all my circle of friends, associates and acquaintances, had a drug of choice – not need dealers or injections It was adrenaline—although most of us could not spell it or understand enough about body chemistry to explain it— any and everything with some element of danger was what we sought and loved. Narcotics were very rarely available or even known about. Alcohol was consumed in pubs only and they had legally limited hours of operation. This did not stop extended hours by claiming a “market day” or simply hoping the police did not notice late night drinking. For the benefit of city people, rural market towns in England, often have local laws where pubs could stay open all day on market day, since it was in these pubs that agricultural deals and business was done. Market day in a rural setting was primarily where cattle and other livestock were bought and sold. Laws were generally respected, but their application was tempered with tolerance and if no actual harm was done, then a warning from a local copper was enough. No paper work, no court, no lawyers ever involved.
By Peter Rose5 months ago in Longevity
AI Skin Analysis:What These Tools Actually Tell You. AI-Generated.
Most of us build our skincare routines the same way. A friend swears by something, a label sounds convincing, or a review at midnight tips you over the edge. You buy the product, use it for a while, and end up roughly where you started, with a shelf full of half-finished bottles and no real understanding of what your skin actually needs.
By tuhin khan5 months ago in Longevity
10 Ways Dental Health Can Affect Your Sleep
Poor sleep sometimes starts with oral health problems people do not expect. Dentists often notice connections between restless sleep and issues like grinding, dry mouth, inflamed gums, jaw pressure, and breathing concerns. Dental health and sleep quality affect each other in several important ways, and small symptoms can slowly turn into bigger problems. Dr. Debbie with The Dental Krewe said, “Many patients think sleep problems only come from stress or snoring, but dentists regularly notice signs inside the mouth that point toward grinding, inflammation, and airway issues affecting sleep every night.”
By Piper Burch5 months ago in Longevity
Beyond the Gym: 3 Surprisingly Simple Brain-Body Habits Neuroscientists Swear By for Healthier Aging
When most people think about aging well, they think of strict diets, expensive supplements, or hours at the gym. We hear the same advice over and over again: lift weights, do cardio, eat a healthy diet, and get good sleep. These habits are undoubtedly important, but neuroscientists are now beginning to believe that some of the most powerful strategies for aging well are surprisingly simple — and often overlooked.
By Mohib Ullah 5 months ago in Longevity
Exposure to air pollution for just one hour can significantly change lung and brain function.
One basic concept underpins air quality regulations worldwide: count the particles. Regardless of whether the particles originated from a car, a fireplace or a frying pan, measuring the tiny particles of matter floating in a cubic metre of air gives you a number that indicates how dangerous exposure to that pollution is.
By Francis Dami5 months ago in Longevity
