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15 Habits of Irresistible People

August 30, 2016 by Power of Positivity

You know that person who seems to have a flair of good luck? The one who, even though isn’t drop-dead gorgeous, is always able to get whatever she wants? There is more to the outer beauty of these people. They light up a room when they walk into it. This type of person is able to accomplish much in life because of attitude, charisma, or something as simple as kindness. Their smile exudes confidence, compassion and joy. You may wonder what separates them from others.

Dr. Travis Bradberry, author of Emotional Intelligence 2.0, has researched and studied the emotional connection of people. He has recognized that there are basic characteristics that make some people more friendly and charismatic to others.

“When influential people speak, conversations spread like ripples in a pond. And those ripples are multidirectional; influencers inspire everyone around them to explore new ideas and think differently about their work.” Likeable people are conscious of how they treat others. They believe that “Few things kill likeability as quickly as arrogance.” Irresistible people don’t act as if they are better than you. They actually believe that you have the ability to succeed, and create the life that you want. But, what’s the secret to truly being this type of person?

Here are 15 things irresistible people do differently:

1. They treat everyone with dignity and respect.

Irresistible people don’t put others down. What makes them so likable is the ability to treat a homeless person in the same manner that he would treat the CEO to a huge company. To this person, there is no class or status that separates anyone. We are all part of the human race.

2. They don’t gossip.

The charismatic person has no need to utilize gossip as their motive to partake in a conversation. They are always bringing in the best of themselves, and allowing others to shine. This is what makes them so generous in uplifting others. Gossip is a negative trait, and they have little tolerance for it.

3. They treat others as they expect to be treated.

Dr. Bradberry believes that these type of folks follow a healthy life rule that says you should treat others the way you wish to be treated. “But that rule is flawed because it assumes that everyone wants to be treated the same way. In reality, people have different desires and goals.”

The irresistible person understands this and follows not the golden rule, but the platinum one: treat others the way THEY want to be treated.

4. They have healthy boundaries.

Irresistible people don’t try to please everyone all the time. They know that there is a time and place for everything. They don’t give more of themselves. Moreover, they have healthy ways of assisting and giving to others. But, they never run themselves ragged. These people take care of themselves. And, in that ability to sustain boundaries, they show a beautiful example of self-love to others.

5. They are genuine.

These type of people do not pretend to be someone they are not. What you see is what you get. They exude self-confidence. The irresistible person doesn’t have to have super-model looks, but she or he will walk into a room with such confidence that they shine. They know their worth, and never allow others to dictate how they should see themselves.

6. They have integrity.

Albert Einstein said, “Whoever is careless with the truth in small matters cannot be trusted with important matters.” The person with integrity stands in their authenticity. They know what matters and this is passed on to others. They make you question your honesty, principles, and goodness. Integrity is one of the best characteristics that they teach others.

7. They smile at everyone.

The most powerful and attractive quality that an irresistible person has is their ability to always smile, in spite of whatever is going on in their lives. They bring forth laughter with their energy. These likeable people know that a smile is sexier than any outfit, stronger than any pill, and has the ability to break down negativity.

8. They are compassionate.

The irresistible person is empathetic to others. They show compassion to animals, nature, and people. They know that one minute you might be on top of the world, and in an instant, you can find yourself struggling. Being compassionate is not just about showing kindness to those you like. But so does leaving the zone of comfort and stepping into places after the heart breaks into pieces. They take chances in loving others and they know it’s worth it. They help everyone and wear their hearts on their sleeves.

9. They love life.

Successful and charming individuals love life. They are not exempt from heartache, misfortunes, or challenges, but they know that life is priceless and it’s the only thing that is real. This life is for taking chances, loving, and helping others. They cherish every moment, and when they meet someone new, they make that person feel as if they are the most incredible thing in their day.

10. They bring people together.

These people are huge human connectors. They bring like-minded people together. They want to help others succeed. If you are among these types of enchanting individuals, you will notice that they immediately display a sense of connection. They may become your own fairy godmother, helping you reach the next level. They will immediately draw you a map to get to someone who can help you on your journey.

11. They truly love people.

This is a given. These happy people love people. The irresistible person is the one who coined the term “people person.” They love to be around others. They get inspired by energy and stories. The likeable individual has an ability to attract those who are ready to fly and conquer their own dreams.

12. They know you must work hard to get ahead.

The irresistible person may always wear a smile, but they know that nothing comes without hard work and some struggling. They work hard and succeed with an undeniable thirst for accomplishing their desires. They succeed because they don’t give up. And, when you are among this type of person, you also feel that ability to overcome anything ahead.

13. They listen.

Dr. Bradberry says, “People like to know you’re listening, and something as simple as a clarification question shows not only that you are listening but that you also care about what they’re saying. You’ll be surprised how much respect and appreciation you gain just by asking good questions.”

The irresistible person has this innate ability to stare into your spirit and truly make you feel as if you are understood, acknowledged and loved.

14. They have positive attitudes.

In spite of all the challenges in life, these folks continue to have positive attitudes. They don’t feed into negativity or entertain the woe-is-me attitude from anyone. They avoid confrontations and always search for an optimistic answer to the heavy questions in life.

15. They always say “please” and “thank you.”

The ability to show gratitude is a magic wand for the irresistible person. They know that compliments go a long way in the journey of life, but what truly makes others like you are the simple manners: saying “please” and “thank you.” These magic words are never misused, and they know exactly how powerful they are in making others feel understood, acknowledged, and accepted.

Irresistible people are those individuals who have been through emotional roller coasters and major transitional obstacles, and have learned that they aren’t alone in this world. You might just be one of these amazing people. You might be so humble that you don’t recognize how you are changing the world around you. These people know that we have a connection to each other. They make you feel as if you matter. And, that is one of the most profound effects they leave as their legacy: they truly see you, feel you, and care about you.

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6 Behaviors That End Relationships

August 30, 2016 by Power of Positivity

We are in a new era of relationships. Technology makes it easy for us to be in a constant state of communication. But, even though times have advanced, relationships are still old-school. It’s difficult to know what is acceptable and what is not. The golden rule is to follow your gut. You know when something is not right, when something just doesn’t sit well, and when you feel that you might be taken for a ride on an emotional roller coaster. True relationships, the ones that last, don’t play games. They are comfortable. If you are feeling like something is “off,” perhaps you need to address it and be honest with you and your partner.

Here are 6 behaviors that show it’s time to end a relationship:

1. Broken promises.

When we start new relationships, we give the best of ourselves. Favors are done automatically. We go above and beyond what is expected. In loving another, we make promises to always be available for each other. We make vows of respect, commitment, compromises, and integrity. But, what happens when those foundation blocks that once held us up, start to fall apart? What happens when we get comfortable with each other and we no longer work as hard to keep the relationship afloat? These are the broken promises we take for granted.

It’s not just in marriages. It happens in a new relationship. We begin to feel as if we give more than what we receive. Relationships aren’t about keeping a tally of what is given and what is received. However, when that person starts to act differently, no longer doing the same things as before, things need to be addressed. It’s not just about breaking promises of love and fidelity. It’s about being available through the good and bad times.

2. Communication withers.

In the beginning, you blew up each others’ phone with text messages. You would be on social media declaring your love to each other, but as time passes, those messages started disappearing. You are lucky to get one text during the day. And, it’s not because you are too busy, because let’s face it, when you are attracted to someone, you make time for them. As per WebMD “All relationship problems stem from poor communication, according to Elaine Fantle Shimberg, author of Blending Families. ‘You can’t communicate while you’re checking your BlackBerry, watching TV, or flipping through the sports section,’ she says.”

Communication requires work. It’s the willingness to make time to feel the awareness of each other.

3. Intimacy is non-existent.

What happened to the sex? The stress of finances, jobs, and family can hit the libido in a big way. However, intimacy doesn’t fade completely when two people are attracted to each other. It might decrease, but not become non-existent. In 1979, American psychologist Dorothy Tennov came up with a new word, limerence. It is defined as the period in relationships known as the falling in love and the lust stage. This is driven by the neurotransmitter phenylethylamine (PEA), combined with dopamine and norepinephrine.

These hormones are responsible for the positive and desirable feelings we get when we are attracted to someone. They are the chemicals that create euphoria and increased energy and dictate our sexual desires. Limerence feels amazing but, as per this psychologist and her research, unfortunately it has a shelf life lasting from about six months to three years. And, after that, it’s a slow decline. So, when the expiration life of sex is over, it’s time to figure out how to bring it back. Intimacy may decrease, but it should not be allowed to disappear completely. It’s up to you to decide if it’s worth saving. Is there more to the lack of sex than just being tired?

4. Neither of you are the same people as before.

We evolve as humans. We grow in all aspects of our lives, especially in relationships. You might have been one way when you began your relationship due to having been hurt in the past, or just life changes. The relationship might have begun as a rebound one, or you happened to meet when you first moved to a new place. You might have met at work. As time would have it, you have grown in different directions.

You might have been in college when you met and, now graduating; you don’t know what may happen. Experiences push us to find those partners that compliment our journey at one specific moment. When things change, we change, so the relationship starts to suffer. You’ve outgrown one another. And, the best thing to do is be fair with each other by acting mature enough to call it quits.

5. Hearing is one thing, but listening has disappeared.

Remember when you began your relationship and the two of you could talk for hours? You shared your stories and your dreams, and you believed no one could ever take away that amazing feeling of being heard. Now, you’ve hit a plateau that, to be heard, you have to fight for it. If you must get into an argument to state a point, or be understood, you must look hard at your relationship status. If talking has become a matter of setting up a scheduled time, perhaps you realize it isn’t that important to be in that type of commitment. We have to make appointments for medical issues, car problems, and other matters, but to be acknowledged in a relationship shouldn’t be one of them. How much time and energy do you need to put into being heard?

6. You both make time for other things.

If you spend more time away from your relationship, or your significant other has more time for others than you, recognize there is a problem. If you can’t remember why you ever wanted to be with him or her, perhaps it’s time to step back and be honest. You might be wasting each others’ time by pretending to be in a relationship. Healthy relationships are free to come and go, spend time with friends, have separate hobbies, etc. But, if you constantly make excuses to be away from each other, it’s time to end that relationship. Your mate should be one of the most important people in your life. No compromising there!

Ending a relationship isn’t always a catastrophic event. Sometimes, it’s about allowing the right time and person to come into your story.

“Ends are not bad things, they just mean that something else is about to begin. And there are many things that don’t really end, anyway, they just begin again in a new way. Ends are not bad and many ends aren’t really an ending; some things are never-ending.” ~ C.JoyBell C.

11 Things Highly Intuitive People Do Differently

August 30, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Even if you don’t realize it, we all have been gifted with intuition, which some people know as that “gut feeling” they sometimes get.

Our intuition basically serves to keep us safe and help us to make informed, heart-based decisions. It informs us of impending dangers, and guides us through life so that we can grow into our highest selves.

Even Steve Jobs, considered one of the most prosperous businessmen in history, said that, “intuition is a very powerful thing, more powerful than intellect, in my opinion. That’s had a big impact on my work.”

We all have this innate ability to make decisions based on our intuition, but some of us have a better connection to that inner voice than others. If you tend to listen to your heart when faced with a difficult decision, then you probably do these things differently.

11 THINGS HIGHLY INTUITIVE PEOPLE DO DIFFERENTLY

1. They listen to their highest self.

Highly intuitive people simply don’t ignore their instincts; rather, they listen to them fervently, and make decisions almost exclusively from this source of wisdom. Many people still feel skeptical about intuition, but some swear by it.

If you don’t want to jump on the “intuitive” bandwagon yet, consider this story: While cleaning her house, one woman got a sudden gut feeling to call her mom. This inner voice told her that her mother had taken pills and that she needed assistance immediately. Sure enough, the woman hailed the nearest cab and went to her mom’s house, only to find that she had overdosed on a box of pills. She called an ambulance and saved her mother’s life, having her intuition to thank.

So, highly intuitive people don’t care if others think their “inner voices” sound crazy; they listen anyway, and in some cases, this could make the difference between life and death.

2. Highly intuitive people need plenty of alone time.

According to Sophy Burnham, bestselling author of the book “The Art of Intuition,” the majority of intuitive people are introverts.

This makes sense, because introverts cultivate energy from within, and they can’t hear their intuition without getting some quiet time alone. We live in a noisy world, so both introverts and intuitive people find their escape within. Also, highly intuitive people never feel lonely in their own company; they actually look forward to spending time alone and catching up with the latest insight in the universal realm.

3. They love to get creative.

Musicians, artists, fire-breathers, dancers, writers, and all creators have one thing in common: they allow their creativity to guide them effortlessly through life, and never question if it makes sense or not.

Actually, following their passions makes perfect sense to creative folk, because they know that their creativity makes them feel alive, and we came here to feel nothing less. Nurturing that inner creativity will allow life force to flow through you, something that intuitive people have already figured out.

4. Intuitive people practice mindfulness.

Intuitive people have a high level of self-awareness, meaning they have become acutely in tune with their inner feelings and outlook on themselves. They have mastered this through some sort of peaceful spiritual practice, which allows them to shut off the outside world for a bit and only pay attention to that blissful inner knowing.

Highly intuitive people tend to have less “mental fog,” because they’ve learned to sit silently with their own company, therefore feeling comfortable with themselves in the simplest form. Their thoughts no longer cloud them, because they’ve learned to rise above them.

5. They pay attention to their surroundings.

Just like they pay close attention to their inner world, the intuitive person looks at the outside world with the same open eyes and heart. They can connect deeply with others, because they’ve learned how to do so within themselves.

6. Intuitive people always tune into their gut feelings.

This doesn’t mean that every ache and pain calls for drastic measures, but intuitive people know they must pay attention to how they feel in order to care for themselves. They don’t call intuition a “gut feeling” for no reason; in fact, scientists have discovered that our gut is essentially a second brain because of the sheer number of neurons lining the intestinal walls.

Furthermore, some experts believe that our gut instincts are more effective and efficient than logical analysis in our decision-making process, according to a study performed by researchers from Boston College, Rice University, and George Mason University.

So, intuitive people don’t care how fast the world moves or how many demands people have of them; they will always take time to listen to that inner guidance.

7. They empathize with others.

Highly intuitive people have a knack for understanding how others feel, and can offer advice and guidance when necessary. People often come up to them to share intimate details from their lives, because they instantly feel comfortable in the intuitive person’s company.

Intuitive people can also read others without them having to say a word, which helps them further understand each individual.

8. They pay attention to universal messages.

The universe speaks to us in a variety of ways, and intuitive people know this. They don’t view anything as a coincidence, such as seeing the same numbers on a clock frequently, or seeing the same person at the mall each time. Everything contains meaning for the intuitive person.

9. Intuitive people put themselves first.

Even though they relate well with others, intuitive people naturally put themselves as a priority so they can better serve others. They take time off work when needed, and create space each day for inner wisdom to flow through. They believe in working smarter, not harder, and have a difficult time understanding our work-obsessed society. Intuitive people make sure they get their needs taken care of first before attending to anything or anyone else.

10. They don’t dwell on the negative.

Intuitive people know that their inner voice can’t flow with negative energy blocking the waves of knowledge and healing. So, the highly intuitive regularly balance their energies and release negative emotions in order to fully connect to their highest self.

11. Intuitive people love deeply.

These types of people don’t hold back their emotions, instead letting them flow and creating space for others to do the same. Intuitive people feel totally comfortable in their own skin, and don’t apologize for having human emotions. They celebrate them, and encourage others to join in the party!

New Study Reveals: We’ve only ‘scratched the surface’ when it comes to discovering life on other planets

August 29, 2016 by Power of Positivity

If you wanted to meet aliens in this lifetime, you might be disappointed with this news. However, a new study has found that Earth was one of the first habitable planets to form in the universe. It also shows that most haven’t even been born yet. If we peaked a bit later, we might’ve gotten the chance to meet future alien civilizations. Nonetheless, if you believe in the afterlife and reincarnation, you might get to meet one of these futuristic lifeforms.

The universe has been around for a long time now, roughly 13.8 billion years. But only 8% of the habitable planets in our solar system have formed thus far. That means 92% of the habitable planets haven’t even been born yet. If fact, most won’t appear until after the sun burns out in 6 billion years.

If this seems a bit mind-boggling, don’t worry; many others probably feel the same way.

The research analyzed data from the Hubble and Kepler space telescopes. It predicted that most habitable planets haven’t formed yet. It also suggests that we’ve only scratched the surface when discovering planets that can support life.

At least we can say that, due to our knowledge and technological advancement, we can look back on the birth of the universe and solar systems, and have theories and evidence in place as to how they came into existence. Other future civilizations may not have this knowledge.

“Any far-future civilisations that might arise will be largely clueless as to how or if the Universe began and evolved,” explains the Space Telescope Science Institute in the US, which pioneered the research.

This might make you feel better about the dilemma of peaking too soon for aliens.

“Our main motivation was understanding the Earth’s place in the context of the rest of the universe,” said lead researcher Peter Behroozi. “Compared to all the planets that will ever form in the Universe, the Earth is actually quite early.”

The researchers used the Hubble and Kepler space telescopes to look as far back in time and space as possible, to understand how many stars and planets have already formed, and make a prediction about how many will form later.

The researchers discovered that, although stars came into formation much faster and at a greater volume 10 billion years ago, the Universe only used a small amount of its hydrogen and helium. What does this mean? Well, in short, the universe can keep producing stars for a very long time, despite star production slowing down.

“There is enough remaining material [after the big bang] to produce even more planets in the future, in the Milky Way and beyond,” said one of the researchers, Molly Peeples.

Scientists predict the last star in the universe will burn out 100 trillion years from now. In our galaxy alone, researchers estimate that around 1 billion habitable planets exist right now. So it only follows logic that future stars and planets will have the ability to hold life.

In addition, the researchers used this same data to predict that future Earth-like planets will likely appear inside galaxy clusters and dwarf galaxies, which have a great amount of gasses left for stars and planetary systems to form. Unfortunately, the Milky Way Galaxy doesn’t really have more resources to grow.

So, who knows what will happen in the next 100 trillion years in the universe. All we know is, Earth is among the 8% of habitable planets to form thus far.

As the Space Telescope Science Institute puts it: “That’s plenty of time for literally anything to happen on the planet landscape.”

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5 Things To Remember When A Loved One Passes

August 29, 2016 by Power of Positivity

When a loved one passes, it can feel like someone stabbed a knife through your heart. No matter your beliefs about the afterlife, losing a loved one always hurts on a deep level. We have to adjust ourselves to a life without this person, and the longer they’ve been with us, the more time it will take to heal. When a loved one passes, we have memories to console us, but the image of them so vibrant and alive in our minds can also hurt if we dwell on these memories too much. So, how do we properly heal from losing a loved one? How can we deal with something so permanent and final?

We all have lost a loved one in life, and while time does tend to heal wounds, it doesn’t help when our emotions are so raw, and the loss just doesn’t seem real. So, when you are faced with indescribable grief and pain, remember these 5 things when a loved one passes.

5 Things To Remember When A Loved One Passes

1. You made an unforgettable impact on their life.

No matter how long you knew this person, you made an impact on their life. The interactions you had with your loved one will forever be etched into their consciousness, and your very presence and spirit will never be forgotten. You have to realize that everything here is temporary, and loss is part of life. While this doesn’t make it any easier to deal with in the weeks or even months after you lose someone, it can help in the long-term.

No one likes losing a loved one, but as long as you let them into your heart even for a short amount of time, you made an impact on them and brightened their world. You should feel grateful for the opportunity of getting to know them, and share space on this planet while you could.

2. You got to experience life with them, even if it seemed short in hindsight.

Going off of the last point, remember that when you lose a loved one, you got to experience things with them while they were here. None of us are even guaranteed a spot on this planet, and life is truly a miracle. So, even being here with them for that short amount of time is a blessing, because you got to connect, share, laugh, love, and cherish those moments with a beautiful human being. The very fact that the next day isn’t guaranteed to us should make us live life to the fullest, and tell everyone we love how much we care for them.

If the person you lost knew how you felt about them, or how much they meant to you at all, then you should have no regrets when you look back on how you spent your time together.

3. No pain lasts forever.

Also, keep in mind that all pain is temporary. It may seem excruciating, and you might not even want to get out of bed some days, but this too shall pass. You WILL find hope, light, love, and happiness again. To know happiness, we must know sadness, anyway. So, in order for you to find that spark again, you must deal with the darkness.

Let yourself feel the pain, as deeply as you must. Remember to take care of yourself, count on your support system, and take as much time as you need to heal. Your loved one would’ve wanted that for you.

4. You have other loved ones to cherish in life.

Although you lost someone special, you shouldn’t let that take away from experiencing all you can right now in this life. You have other friends and family who love you dearly and need your attention. Of course, we don’t want to discount the pain you feel from losing a loved one, but while you deal with the grief, remember to show love to the other special people in your life. After all, we never know how much time we have with someone, so we have to make every second count.

On that note, remember to keep an open mind after a loved one dies. Many people have had experiences with talking to someone from “beyond,” so you might want to talk to a licensed professional, or medium, who can help you contact your loved one. A review of 20 after-death communications found that people who had an encounter with the deceased felt more able to cope with the grief. This may have happened because people felt reassured by the experience, as it supported their spiritual beliefs.

5. Keep following your dreams.

This one might not seem obvious, but the death of a loved one should remind all of us how very short life truly is. We have to live the hell out of this life. However, we must do as we see fit for us as individuals. We must get out there and follow our dreams, no matter how scary they seem. We have to stop spending so much time living vicariously through others. And we must do what makes our hearts soar. We have to do all of this, for our own good. We all deserve to feel our souls on fire from the sheer bliss of living, and this is what your loved one would’ve wanted.

So, don’t ever let fear stop you.

You’re powerful beyond measure. Let the loss of your loved one inspire you to live every second as if you’re about to take your last breath, because none of us truly knows when that will be.

Here’s Why People Close Their Eyes When They Kiss

August 29, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Have you ever wondered why you kiss with your eyes closed? Many people dismiss it as just one of those weird things that happen, and don’t really question it beyond that. However, today we will share with you the science as to why we automatically close our eyes when we kiss that special someone.

When you kiss someone, you probably don’t think too much about closing your eyes; it just happens, right? You both feel the sparks flying. So you lean in for the kiss with your eyes open. But somewhere between locking eyes and locking lips, you shut your eyes. This happens involuntarily, whether you want it to or not.

It seems strange, but there’s actually a perfectly good explanation for it.

Here’s Why You Kiss With Your Eyes Closed

Psychologists have finally found answers as to why we kiss with our eyes closed. In short, the brain can’t deal with multiple stimuli at once, so in order to focus on kissing, we simply close our eyes while locking lips.

Royal Holloway University of London did a study on vision and tactile sensory experience, and found that our brain struggles to process what goes on during a kiss beyond the visual stimuli.

In other words, we can’t possibly keep our eyes open during a kiss, because our brains can’t process BOTH visual and sensory stimuli.

Polly Dalton and Sandra Murphy, both cognitive psychologists, discovered that “tactile [sense of touch] awareness depends on the level of perceptual load in a concurrent visual task”.

Published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Human Perception and Performance, the study actually came to conclusions without any couples having to kiss. Instead, participants had to undergo visual tasks while scientists observed their tactile sense.

The visual portion of the study included participants completing letter-searching tasks of varying difficulty, while scientists measured their tactile response by equipping them with a device that emitted small vibrations on their hands.

The Study Results

The results came in, and showed that participants responded less to tactile stimuli the more that their eyes had to do work.

In other words, the participants found that during the letter-searching tasks, they barely felt the vibration, but when they shut their eyes, they felt it much more strongly. For the record, the scientists set the vibrations to the same frequency the entire time.

We can apply this same logic to other highly stimulating activities, such as physical intimacy, where the people involved would rather close their eyes in order to avoid become overwhelmed, sensory wise.

During intimacy, people tend to close their eyes in order to process the experience without the visual portions of it distracting them. Thus, the same logic goes for kissing as well.

“These results could explain why we close our eyes when we want to focus attention on another sense,” Ms Dalton told The Independent.

“Shutting out the visual input leaves more mental resources to focus on other aspects of our experience.”

The results of the study suggest that closing our eyes during a kiss will magnify the intimacy of the encounter, making it more pleasurable to us.

Evolution may have played a part in this, as less distractions mean better focus during intercourse, which may bring higher chances of pregnancy.

Of course, some people choose to kiss with their eyes open, although remembering to open them may take some effort. However you enjoy kissing, at least now you know the reason behind why we normally kiss with our eyes closed, and that nature just wants us to have a better experience with our special someone.

11 Things You Should Know If You Love a Pisces

August 28, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Dating a Pisces may not seem easy at times, but it will definitely be a rewarding relationship. Pisces tend to live in their head more than reality, so getting them to come back to Earth won’t always be a walk in the park. They love to daydream. And they use their imagination to create beautiful things in this world. They have a child-like, whimsical nature that people around them either love or hate, but they don’t bother with people who don’t vibe with them. They are deeply sensitive and emotional, however, so make sure you nurture their humongous, beautiful hearts if you decide to be in a relationship with a Pisces. If you need a few more tips about loving a Pisces, keep reading below.

HERE ARE 11 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LOVING A PISCES:

1. Pisces require tons of love and affection.

Pisces may not tell you they want affection. But they secretly do and wish that you would just intuitively know their needs. Pisces have a giving nature, but they will become imbalanced if they don’t receive much in return. Pisces may not show it, but they love old-fashioned ideals of romance and grand gestures, so if you plan to keep them around, make sure you let them know loud and clear how you feel about them.

2. They love expressing themselves creatively.

Pisces men and women can get bored quite quickly with the world today; they’d rather create something from within their own mind. They can also get overwhelmed with the fast pace of the world today, so they prefer to spend lots of time in their rooms where they have the clarity and solitude to work from their imagination. They may not have a normal job, instead choosing something that allows them to be creative, no matter how much they make from it. If you date a Pisces, remember to honor their creative spirit, and allow them to express themselves fully.

3. Pisces put their relationship first.

As a deep person themselves, Pisces naturally want a committed, serious relationship. They don’t understand the thrill of seeing multiple people at a time, so you won’t have to worry about them having wandering eyes. They will remain faithful and loyal to you, so treat them with the same respect.

4. They need a lot of passion in their relationship.

If you date a Pisces man or woman, prepare to woo and flatter them regularly. They don’t see this as being needy or high-maintenance; they just want to see that you care, and that you still feel the same way about them. Passion doesn’t just have to show itself in the bedroom, though; maybe write or sing them a song(if you’re musically inclined), or cook them dinner one night. Anything you do to show your feelings toward them will be appreciated.

5. Pisces also need deep conversations.

You can’t get by talking about surface-level things with a Pisces; you’ll have to dig deep to keep a Pisces interested. A natural dreamer, Pisces love delving into topics such as outer space, weird creatures of the Earth, aliens, conspiracy theories, spirituality, and intellectual things like these. Of course, they can stand a few simple conversations every once in a while, but for the most part, they crave deep conversations that stimulate their mind and light up their soul.

6. They will put you first, always.

Pisces will always put you first, no matter what. They would give you their last dollar if you really needed it, because they want to see you happy. So, if you have a Pisces mate, make sure you reciprocate and put them first, too.

7. Pisces live inside their heads a lot.

Pisces tend to stare off blankly into space often; they don’t mean to seem aloof or uninterested, it’s just that what goes on inside their minds fascinates them much more than the “real” world does. Don’t take it personally, though; if you want to chat, simply call their name or wave your hand in front of their face to grab their attention. An interesting article from groenerekenkamer explains how a pisces man is like in a relationship.

8. They’d rather stay in than go out.

Pisces love to Netflix and chill – A LOT. They’d rather order some food in and spend quality time with you than get all dolled up and try to fight the crowds and deal with excessive noise. Pisces need a lot of one-on-one time, anyway, so enjoy spending time with your lover doing more quiet activities.

9. They also need a lot of alone time.

Pisces need a lot of solitude in order to balance their energies, especially after going out in the hectic, chaotic world we live in. Empaths and sensitive creatures by nature, Pisces can become quite frazzled from spending too much time in the “real world.” So, give them their space to create, nourish, love, and recharge, and don’t ask them to emerge from their sanctuary too soon. They will come out when they feel ready.

10. They wear their heart on their sleeve.

Pisces have big hearts, and unfortunately, a lot of people take advantage of that. If they like you, a Pisces will shyly let you know, and then not sleep, eat, or do anything else until they have won you over. Pisces can sometimes suffer from low self-esteem, due to their quiet, contemplative, passive nature. So, if you really like them, you’ll have to go the extra mile to convince them that they’re worthy of being in a healthy, happy relationship. A Pisces doesn’t let just anyone in, so take this as a sign of trust and proceed carefully. A Pisces man or woman needs reassurance that you won’t just steamroll their heart, so make sure they know your true intentions and feelings. Only get with a Pisces if you plan on committing to them and nurturing their sensitive soul; they have a lot of love to give, so don’t waste it.

11. They greatly value loyalty.

A Pisces needs your word that you will remain faithful in a relationship. If you show your Pisces man or woman that you only have eyes for him or her, then they will stick around for a while. One of Pisces’ greatest pet peeves is seeing someone destroy their relationship for a quick, meaningless fling, so make sure you honor your commitment with your lover and don’t break their heart.

8 Signs You Have A Vitamin E Deficiency

August 28, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Compared to many other vitamin types, vitamin E isn’t discussed all that often. However, this fat-soluble vitamin plays a number of important roles in the human body. This article discusses such functions in addition to symptoms of vitamin E deficiency. We’ll also provide sources of vitamin E that can be implemented into our daily diets.

The Role of Vitamin E

Among the primary roles of vitamin E is to halt the production of reactive oxygen species, or ROS. ROS forms internally when the food that we eat is converted into energy. ROS can damage our cells through a process called oxidation, and has been named as a potential root cause of cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Vitamin E is an effective antioxidant that halts the production or ROS during this oxidation process. Scientists believe that by limited free-radical production, vitamin E may be effective in the prevention of chronic diseases. Additional prevention capabilities of vitamin E are currently being investigated.

Vitamin E is also involved in immune system function. Coupled with its potent antioxidant properties, the vitamin serves as a primary defense mechanism in the prevention of both chronic and acute illnesses. Additionally, individuals with vitamin E deficiency are more at-risk for both infectious diseases and the development of tumors. These risk factors are enhanced during the aging process.

It is worth mentioning that vitamin E deficiency is quite rare, and that consuming just the minimal amount counteracts many associated symptoms. Individuals most at-risk for vitamin E deficiency include: elderly adults, premature and/or underweight infants, those with abnormal fat absorption, people on very low-fat diets, and those with any type of malnutrition.

8 Signs You Have A Vitamin E Deficiency

1. Impaired immune response.

As mentioned above, vitamin E plays a key role in proper function of the immune system. Vitamin E deficiency stunts the immune system response to harmful agents that trigger sickness and disease. As such, a person with a vitamin E deficiency may become ill more often and experience longer durations of illness. Additionally, relative symptoms of illnesses may be exacerbated in those with a vitamin E deficiency.

2. Vision problems

In experimental studies, vitamin E has been shown to “prevent, slow progression of, or improve macular degeneration.” Although the scientific rationale for such properties are inconclusive, it is clear that vitamin E possesses inherent properties that help protect our vision.

It can be ascertained, then, that insufficient levels of vitamin E may inhibit vision ability. This is the result of systemic damage to eye cells caused by free radicals. The American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends vitamin E to prevent many adverse eye conditions.

3. Loss of muscle mass

Bodybuilder’s have been singing the health benefit praises of vitamin E for years. As it turns out, scientists and researchers are in agreement with our bulkier counterparts. Specifically, muscle cells have a tendency to tear, requiring an assortment of vitamins and nutrients to aid the healing process. Physiologically, vitamin E ensures that the plasma membrane – an essential component of muscle repair – remains in-tact.

4. Muscle weakness

Not only can deficient levels of vitamin E result in loss of muscle mass, it can also cause our muscles to become frail. The physiological mechanisms that promote muscle weakness is similar to muscle loss: deficiency of E vitamins allows free radicals to attack the innards of our muscle cells. Scientists have also discovered the links between vitamin E and muscular dystrophy and diabetes-related muscle weakness.

5. Balance problems

Neurologically, deficiency of E vitamins may have effects on the nervous system. One particular concern of neurologists is the apparent decline of motor skills. As a result, inadequate levels of vitamin E can lead to nerve degeneration of the hands and feet, impaired reflexes, poor coordination and balance loss. It is believed that individuals with severe E deficiency are more likely to experience coordination-related problems.

6. Cognitive difficulties

Our brains are highly sensitive to the effects of free radicals and oxidative stress. In advanced stages, a vitamin E deficiency can directly impact basic cognitive function. Relatedly, people that test for high vitamin E levels often demonstrate better cognitive performance.

Perhaps the most promising research related to vitamin E and cognition, the vitamin has been shown “to prevent or delay cognitive decline (which) has been tested in clinical trials in both aging population and Alzheimer’s disease patients.”

7. Digestive issues

Vitamin E’s role in digestion is more of a prescriptive one than preventative. In other words, vitamin E deficiency may not tie directly into digestive problems, although it is certainly possible considering the importance of related vitamins. Interestingly, physicians often prescribe high amounts of vitamin E to aid problems with the digestive system. Therefore, if we should experience digestive problems, it may be wise to up our vitamin E intake.

8. Skin problems or hair loss

Certain membranes of our skin are vulnerable to damage from free radicals, particularly the lipids of our skin cells. Skin lipids are susceptible to both internal and external damage, especially from UV exposure and pollutants. As a fat-soluble antioxidant, vitamin E is very effective in counteracting potential damage to skin lipids.

Sources of Vitamin E

It is quite easy to consume the recommended amount of vitamin E. However, here are some foods with high vitamin E content:

Nuts
Green vegetables
Avocado
Asparagus
Yams
Sweet potatoes

In addition to these and other foods, vitamin E can also be purchased as a supplement.

New Moon and Solar Eclipse on September 1st: Here’s What It Means For You

August 27, 2016 by Power of Positivity

A solar eclipse on September 1st also occurs at the same time as the new moon. And that is something all zodiac signs should know. The shifting energies of the planets that surround us in our solar system have an impact on our lives here on Earth in numerous ways.

In this article, we will explore the effects of the new moon and the solar eclipse on our energies, the effects of a coming Mercury retrograde, and what these astronomical events mean for your future plans in 2016.

The New Moon and Solar Eclipse on September 1st: Here’s What It Means For You

Do you notice the effect that the full moon has on your mental and emotional states? It is even possible that your physical body notices these changes in the cycles of the moon as well. For example, a full moon can cause women to ovulate. Or a new moon can bring on a higher frequency of seizures for those who have them. Tides are higher during both the new and full moons. Because water makes up most of our bodies, we may feel the pull of the moon as well.

Scientific effects of a solar eclipse

Researchers have looked at the changes in behavior of animals during a solar eclipse. One study of a captive group of chimpanzees who were kept outdoors at the Yerkes Regional Primate Research Center was observed during an annular solar eclipse in 1984. The primates definitely noticed the darkening sky and made their way up a climbing structure, facing the darkening sun. Several of them watched the eclipse and stayed up the climbing structure until the end of the eclipse. Other animals may recognize the changes in Earth’s temperature, magnetic field, and gravity during a solar eclipse as well.

Researchers at the National Atmospheric Research Laboratory (NARL) in India measured the effect of the annular solar eclipse of 15 January 2010 on the Earth’s surface and the atmosphere. There were significant soil temperature changes as deep as 15 meters depth below the soil. The shadow the moon created while passing over the sun also created strong vertical downdrafts which observers noticed during the peak of the solar eclipse. The researchers also say that the eclipse ‘is also found to have pronounced effect on all the surface meteorological parameters for a two-day period.’

With these temperature changes in the soil and air, weather patterns on Earth are affected. Other effects of an eclipse include changes in the normal geomagnetic forces on Earth. Physicists studying the effects of magnetic forces during a solar eclipse in 1999 found that ‘Ionospheric measurements clearly show a decrease of electron density due to the reduced solar irradiation during the eclipse.’

When and where you will see the solar eclipse

Timeanddate.com says that the solar eclipse on September 1st will be a annular eclipse. This means that the sun will appear to have a ring of fire surrounding it as the moon passes between the earth and the sun. The eclipse actually begins on August 31st around 9:00pm Eastern time and ends on September 1st around 3:00am Eastern time. North and South America will miss out on being able to see this eclipse. However, those in Africa may get to appreciate it.

When the eclipse happens, this is what it means for you

The coming solar eclipse is happening in the astrological sign of Virgo. Cafe Astrology says:

‘A Solar Eclipse occurs on September 1, 2016, at 9 degrees and 21 minutes of Virgo, affecting people born with personal planets and points at approximately 4 to 14 degrees of the Mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces) most significantly.’

All zodiac signs should prepare for the energy of the eclipse and the new moon to open new opportunities. This shift can bring a new experience will last all the way until February 2017. September 1st will be the start of the new phase of our lives, but the fulfillment of this fresh start will not be completed for a month or longer. Use this time to be open to new experiences and embrace the coming change with an open mind and heart.

Other positive changes that are brought by the new moon and solar eclipse on September 1st. For instance, we gain clarity about our future goals. Also, we gain a better understanding of the direction of our lives. We may have some additional energy from Mercury going into retrograde on August 30th. However, Mercury will bring us important information that is brought to light which may affect our decisions about future plans.

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