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As they say, "Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path." This thought should manifest within you when you think that you've failed in a relationship.

Women go to great lengths to make sure their hair are at its shiny best every day. From trying out stinky hair masks to giving into the homemade remedies that people swear “works wonders”, we’re usually willing to try anything once. However, it’s usually in our 30s that we go particularly crazy and start panicking about our hair problems (as I’ve heard from numerous friends currently going through the same). Well, no need to lose your calm and end up doing more harm than good.

A few days ago, one of my friends asked me if I was worried about the grey hairs showing up at my age. I told him that, at this point, I was just happy to have whatever hair was left on my head! But this made me realize that my high hair fall rate is probably because of the bad lifestyle habits I’d picked up.

Come on, don’t deny it. The day your crowning glory is looking gorgeous and falls beautifully to your shoulders, you walk with a spring in your stride. And when you have a bad hair day … yeah, let’s not go into how awful you feel then! What works on straight hair will definitely not work for kinky hair (Yes, there’s something known as kinky hair!). That’s why we’ve compiled this helpful guide for you to understand the different hair types and the kind of care that your specific hair type requires.

If you look at it from a functional point of view, our hair is probably one of the least useful parts of our body. And yet, it has an immense impact on us psychologically, affecting our self-confidence and sense of happiness in more ways than one.

I’m sure you’ve heard a lot of conflicting advice about how many meals you should eat in a day if you want to lose weight or maintain your waistline. Some experts (and your mother) tell you to eat upwards of six meals a day. Others suggest limiting it to two or three meals a day. And of course, there’s always that one person who’s all about intermittent fasting (I love food too much to do this to myself).

Indian food is well-known for its diversity. Different regions have their own crop and cuisine that is indigenous to their land, and each is more exotic than the next. This is especially true for the Northeastern part of India. Also known as the Seven Sisters of North East, they boast of sumptuous God given wonders. The region is an exciting mélange of various people, cultures and of course, food.

What if I told you that there’s a way to opt for a healthier and more balanced diet with just some minor changes in your eating habits? That would be exciting, right? Well, here are some basic Dos and Don’ts that can lead you to a healthier lifestyle, with minimum effort!

"The poison leaves bit by bit, not all at once. Be Patient. You are healing."Yasmin MogahedContinuing from where we left in the previous segment of our discussion of breakups and their effects. Here, we will try and find out what we can do to get over that distressed and sad state of mind. So, embark on a quest to reclaim yourself and begin a journey that lets you explore yourself and maybe open new horizons. 

For some reason, the phrase "I love you" has become a catchphrase among teenagers and people in their 20s. This phrase is always ready to pop out of their mouth at any time. Whether they are on the phone talking to their friends or at their workplace, this phrase gets tossed around quite a lot. I've seen one of my friends saying 'I Love You' to even cab drivers because they weaved us through seemingly impossible traffic. 

With globalisation and technological evolution, the world has changed so much. Cultures are now not limited to specific geographical boundaries and with the help of technology, people from all over the world can connect to each other. 

Relationships, in general, make people a bit nervous. It's about trust. Do I trust you enough to go there?"Neil LaButeThis saying is so true about individuals who are in their 30s and trying to find that special one in their lives. While dating is not so easy at any age, it introduces some entirely new challenges when you are in your 30s. It might get frustrating and overwhelming at times, but dating in the later phase of your life has numerous advantages over the time when you were maybe 10 years younger. 

There is only one healthy drink in the world: water! This is the best drinkable thing that exists. Still, all the marketing and promotions from big corporations have convinced us that there are better drinks that can keep us healthy.The market is full of so-called ‘healthy drinks’ packaged in shiny wrapping with all kinds of certifications and nutritional values on the side. Most of these drinks aren’t actually healthy as they often contain carbonic acids, unnecessary stimulants, and harmful chemicals such as food colours and preservatives.

People try all sorts of things when they’re trying to shed some kilos off of their body or rightly said–when they are trying to remove excess fat from their body. Different types of workout routines, homemade fat loss recipes, Ayurvedic medicines, and of course, FAD diets.

If there’s one drink that’s universally acknowledged as healthy, it’s water. Water has all the essential nutrients your body needs and it aids several critical functions of the body. Among other things, it hydrates you, makes your muscles flexible, flushes toxins out of the body, and keeps your skin supple.

Ever feel like really in the mood for setting and achieving goals right away? I’m sure you must’ve. But I can also say for certain that many of you also must have felt demotivated at least sometimes in your lives. And both the impulses are quite strong as they can push you to make decisions that can change the course of your life. For us these might just be the urges or impulses that push us to think and act in a certain way, but is it really that trivial?

Many of us common folk often talk about bettering ourselves. Some want to learn new skills so they can succeed in their workplace while others want something in-depth such as overall growth. Although it sounds quite important for each one of us, only a few succeed in their endeavour. And the reason is that the road to personal growth or self-improvement is not as easy as it sounds.

Motivational speakers and self-help books often tell us to believe in ourselves and that success will come to us on its own. Such messages and conversations often attract a lot of people but it does not tell them what it takes to be successful and how the meaning of success can be different for everyone. Visualizing that you can be successful is only one aspect of positive thinking but unfortunately, most speakers and books don’t tell you the other extremely important aspect of it i.e. realism.

In a perfect world, you might be the perfect person who is good at everything, but that’s not the case in this real, imperfect world. Even Superman is weak to Kryptonite, he has his alter ego (Clark Kent) issues to manage, and not to mention the fact that he cannot spend time with Louis.

Thinking positive is what most people should do or at least they should at try it once. Although it is a fluffy term that all of us have heard too many times, in the real world the ‘term’ or should I say the ‘notion’ carries much more weight. So much so that it can be put into the basket of other character traits such as ethical behaviour or morality. If we talk about the scientific aspect of the notion, positive thinking is more than just being happy and optimistic.

Do you feel that you’ve been holding yourself back for quite some time? And that you’ve become a slave to negative thoughts put in your mind by you and your surroundings? Well, this is high time you consider a change in your thinking and I mean a positive change.

We all talk to ourselves and half the time we don’t even realize what we’re saying. Sometimes we’re kind. We cheer ourselves on and dive deep within our wellspring of confidence to keep us going. But most of the time, we’re unduly harsh and unforgiving towards ourselves. We severely scrutinize our mistakes and we don’t hold back criticism.

Hate is such a strong emotion and in pop culture, this word is used in a very nonchalant manner. Millennials often say that they hate certain food, colour, and even people. But is it that easy to hate someone or something? Or you just dislike them. And if you’re not sure about your emotions about someone whether you really hate them, you should just calm your mind and read this post.

“Personality disorders are one of the most underrated and least understood mental disorders that are affected by both our environment and our genetics.”Our personality is a screen on which others both us and people close to us can see how we think, feel and behave in different situations. Most of us are quite consistent with our personalities and we improve and grow with times (which is a good thing as long as it doesn’t become stagnant). But in some cases, the same personality traits can show an erratic fluctuation at times such as a fluctuating emotional state, anger issues, social anxiety, etc. And if not addressed early, these can turn into severe personality disorders.

Finally, in the epilogue of the 3-part series of psychological disorders, we are going to discuss Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders and more. Well, what can I say; many of us have one or the other OCD. Some like to wash hands again and again while others are always arranging their wardrobe obsessively. However, these symptoms are quite mild of different types of OCD and can be put in the category of quirks that almost everyone has. However, if the condition worsens to an extent where it starts affecting people’s lives, it’s time to visit a psychologist.

In popular culture that often perpetuates negative thinking and dark humour, it’s easy to get lost in our heads and spiral into a chain of negative thoughts and toxic beliefs about yourself and you're worth. When this happens, we often try to use brute force to push these thoughts out.

Most of us are always stuck to our mobile screens. May it be social media, OTT platforms, or just streaming videos on YouTube, at least one person in your family is always looking at their mobile screens as long as they are not working (and maybe even when they’re working as most industries these days require the use of online tools for research and execution). In such a commonplace event, it’s quite easy to call someone an internet addict. But is internet addiction that common it has just become slang. Well, if you look at the case study of Manish (alias), maybe you can find that out.

There has been a lot of discussion going on in the mental health community about porn and its effects on the human mind. Many countries including India has a ban imposed on popular websites that serve pornographic material in the form of pictures and videos. However, there are advocates both in favour and against porn. The anti-porn campaigners back their pleas by the moral aspect whereas porn supporters call it a normal human urge to watch and indulge in sexual activity.

Many of us often go through rough patches in our lives that test our mettle. Some of us come out victorious while others go through a lot of mental stress that affects their behaviour very deep. There are also cases where people have developed severe trust issues and have become overly paranoid. Now, there’s a possibility that you might be suffering from a personality disorder but before you start doubting yourself, you should at least try to assess your mental state and see if you really have a few symptoms or not.

I’m sure you must’ve had at least one friend who is very dramatic. He or maybe she is demanding and always exaggerating every small thing. This is all fun n games until their behaviour starts to get a bit serious and their antics as a friend start crossing the line. Maybe these are the symptoms of a psychological disorder.

Tired of seeing those extra kilos that appear every time you check your weight? Or despite your best efforts, you are unable to reduce those love handles? Don’t worry, our revolutionary ‘Cruncher’ will cut your extra belly fat within 4 weeks. Buy ‘Cruncher’ and lose up to 20 Kgs of weight in just 28 days.”

It’s official—too much work can take a toll on your mental health, particularly if you’re a woman.An observational study published online in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health found that working 55 hours or more per week and working most or all weekends significantly increased the risk of depression in women.

When we think of physical fitness, the first thought that perhaps zaps into our head is hustling in the gym and getting some workout done. Men might imagine being physically fit as having proper muscles and V-lines. Women might think it means being slim and toned. What if I were to tell you that’s not entirely correct? To put it simply, it refers to how healthy your body is, how efficiently it’s functioning, and how able it is when faced with ailments and diseases. However, the notion also incorporates the ability to perform rigorous physical activities.

If we look back on our childhood memories, the ones that probably stand out most to us are the ones we made at school. School life is often full of contradictions, full of both enjoyment and struggles. But the balance may tip one way more than the other for some.

Stereotypes can be quite damaging. While you may say they exist to make people and situations more relatable, they often do more harm than good by putting individuals in a box and categorizing them in one way. Perhaps the most affected by such stereotyping are the LGBTQ+ community whose acceptance in society depends on the public perception of their identities.

The ‘official’ definition of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) as given by CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning) is: "The process through which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions."

Yesterday, I was having a conversation with one of my colleagues about the importance of emotional health. He took me by surprise when he said that he considered himself an emotionally healthy individual.Why did he feel that way about himself? He had a simple answer, “Because I am always chill and I don’t give a damn about anything in the world!”

What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when someone mentions the word ‘self-care’? Perhaps a day-out to the spa? A day-in with Netflix, food, and your most comfortable pajamas? Or maybe a good-old shopping trip to blow some stress and cash?

Animal lovers and pet owners are quite open about the joy that the company of their favorite animal gives them. However, some people don’t get why is so special about having a pet. You have to put in a lot of time, effort and resources in taking care of their health and hygiene and all this extremely difficult when you live alone. But many are not able to understand that the happiness that a pet brings to your personal space is not superficial; this companionship is also beneficial for your emotional wellbeing.

How does it feel when someone likes your snaps and follows you on Instagram? The answer is obvious! Of course, it feels great. But how do you feel when someone posts a negative comment or “no reaction” on your pics on the same platform. In this situation, if you don’t feel great and start even doubting yourself, you might be in a difficult condition.

Emotions are tricky. Expressing them can get complicated at times, either because we’re unable to find the right words or because the listener is unable to relate to our emotional state. Either way, the fluency with which we express our emotions determines how emotionally healthy we are. We often get irritated over small things and shove people away for no apparent reason. As a result of this neglect, we resort to isolation. But does this help understand what we’re feeling? Or is this just an escape mechanism for us?

Alternative healing therapies involve a variety of practices that fall outside the purview of pharmaceutical treatments. People always turn to them as an alternative to conventional or mainstream treatment for minor illnesses, when they find that the latter isn’t working for them. Hence the name alternative healing.

As Tejas took the crowded yellow line from Green Park Station to M.G. Road, he was doubting his decision of consulting a holistic practitioner. Amit had been recommended to him (with glowing references) by a friend. “He really helped my college professor. You should go meet him at least once. I mean, what’s the harm?

The title of this post will seem a bit exaggerated to many. This is because many think ‘why set any boundaries in a relationship?’, ‘Is it even needed?’ Well, don’t get shocked, but setting some personal boundaries are important for a healthy relationship that you want to last an eternity. The boundaries you set, determine where one thing ends and the other start and this is how people should behave around you. And in an intimate relationship, these boundaries determine where both you and your partner stand in the relationship.

There’s a lot you can say about us millennials. You can call us rash; you can call us ambitious. You can say we’re the reason the economy’s falling, or you can say that we’re changing the way industries work. Whatever you think about us, one thing is undeniable: we bring in an incredibly unique perspective into anything we’re involved with. It directly stems from our upbringing smack in the middle of the boom of technology and the time when globalization changed how we interact with each other forever.

Every relationship goes through a phase of conflict. It might be your mundane sex life, busy work life or struggles for earning more money; and not to mention the newest point of stress i.e. couples were forced to spend more time together during lockdowns due to Corona pandemic. Such tensions can increase friction in any relationship.

A relationship is founded not on grand declarations, but small gestures. This short conversation took me less than five minutes. But this insignificant amount of time that I took out from my really busy schedule would've probably helped her smile for the whole day (I hope!).

Whether it is your workplace, your family life, or your better half, expectations are a cornerstone of every relationship. However, we often fail to understand that setting unrealistic and excessive expectations is also not good. This is because fulfilling expectations takes a lot of effort and many a times people have to go out of their way to fulfil someone’s expectations. Although the situation usually remains quite balanced in a workplace setting but I’m sure all of us have reached to a point where our expectations from our family, friends, and especially with our partner were not met.

Modern societies have required us to change our family structures. Nuclear families are commonplace and often both mother and father have to work throughout the week for the bright future of their children. On the other hand, children remain busy in their schools, tuitions, sports, and extracurricular activities. It becomes hard to find time for each other in such hectic lifestyles and this is precisely the reason why family bonding becomes more relevant in modern family structure.

Whether it’s a nuclear or a joint family, the health of our family relationships can impact our well-being. Although small arguments and disagreements don’t affect a family’s functionality, repeated occurrences of the same can build up and take a toll on a family's peace and quiet.