Did I check all my emails? I should call Mum later. What about that workmate whose birthday is tomorrow? Didn't I want to bake her a cake? Will I be too late for my Pilates class? I really need to catch up with my girlfriends again soon. Oh, I also should run to the dentist and get my teeth checked. The fridge is empty again; I forgot to go to the supermarket... Our brains are constantly active. And so are we. When we ask, "How are you?" we often hear, "Yeah, good, I'm busy." "I'm busy" seems to be the default...

Lemons are anything but ordinary—they're incredibly versatile. Whether you're squeezing their juice or grating their zest into dishes, lemons add a zingy flavour that works wonders in both sweet and savoury recipes. Especially during winter, lemons shine for their health benefits. Packed with Vitamin C, they boost your immune system and help your body absorb iron better, keeping you healthy and strong. But there are more health benefits when consuming lemons. They're loaded with over 170 different plant compounds, which do more than just provide Vitamin C. Studies show that citrus fruits might lower the risk of certain cancers and even reduce...

By now, we're well aware of the benefits of practices like meditation, yoga, and stretching to calm down, reconnecting with ourselves, and finding balance. Yet, there's another tool that can significantly enhance our lives and influence our mindset: affirmations. You may have heard of affirmations before, but what exactly are they? And how can simple words impact my daily life?  According to Success Consciousness, this is how affirmations are defined: Affirmations are sentences aimed to affect the conscious and the subconscious mind, so that in turn, they affect our behaviour, thinking patterns, habits and environment. So by saying a phrase again and again,...

Have you ever thought about how a hug can make a big difference? It's a simple gesture we may overlook, but it holds a lot of meaning. Hugs go beyond words, providing comfort, support, and a unique connection. Science tells us that we all need physical touch – it's not just a nice gesture, it's a biological necessity with unexpected advantages. So why should we hug more? Let's explore that together. The Science Behind Hugs When we embrace someone in a hug, our bodies undergo a series of physiological changes that contribute to both our physical and emotional health. One...