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10 Tips to Feel Empowered to Regain Control of Your Life

April 21, 2020 by Power of Positivity

Is your life not going the way you want? Do you feel like you’re in a slump and things are going from bad to worse? You can change your entire world by merely becoming empowered.

If you’re tired of dragging out of bed in the morning to go to a menial job and feeling that you are always less than the others, then it’s time to do something about it. By developing good habits and changing your outlook from negative to positive, you can change everything.

Do you ever feel envious of a person that seems to have it all together? It’s the woman or man that has a great career, the perfect family, and always has a smile on their face. The difference between them and you is self-confidence. To achieve anything in this life, you must have confidence and be assured of your abilities.

Become Empowered by Turning Your World Upside Down

Your actions control your destiny–and your overall happiness.

Materialism doesn’t equal a good life. You want to wake up each morning with the assurance that you will be productive, have a great day, and tackle any challenge with ease. If you’re ready to be empowered, then here are ten things that you should incorporate.

1. Quit Making Excuses

Have you made poor life choices in the past? Are you in a relationship that is unhealthy and dragging you down? You must address unhealthy behaviors rather than excusing it.

It’s normal to feel overwhelmed with life and all your responsibilities. However, you must quit making excuses. Stop telling yourself that you cannot go to the gym because you’re too tired. Rather, tell yourself that you will feel better and be healthier when you do.

Get rid of toxic relationships, and don’t justify keeping them around. Also, if you’re going nowhere in your job, then find a career that gives you what you want. No more excuses as you can empower yourself with a positive outlook and pure willpower. You control your destiny.

2. Be Careful What You Speak

Your words have power. Once you put something into the atmosphere, you cannot take it back. If you say things to yourself like “I am never going to be able to do this task,” then chances are you won’t. You have the power to motivate yourself by your speech.

Have you ever been around someone that is always negative and pessimistic? It’s hard to be around someone with such toxic tones for long. You will find that their negativity will rub off onto you. Watch your words when talking to yourself or others.

You don’t want to be a person that people avoid because you are such a naysayer. Rather, watch your speech when talking to others. If you keep your conversation on the sunny side, stay away from gossip, and speak about positive things, then people will find themselves attracted to you.

It’s best to stop and think about the message you are trying to convey before you speak. Make your words few and direct when talking to others. Sometimes, it’s best not to listen rather than talk.

Never reveal these things that can be turned against you.

3. Reward Your Accomplishments

When you do something good, then you need to pat yourself on the back. A reward system commonly used for children also works for adults. Set small goals and when you achieve a goal, give yourself a spa day or a trip with your buddies.

Taking control of your life means changing your entire outlook. You must make a list of goals that you want to accomplish in life. When you meet these goals, it’s a significant event. Rewards systems are great for keeping you empowered to keep going.

4. Work on Your Weaknesses

One of the ways to develop good habits is by taking inventory of your weaknesses. If you’re trying to lose weight, what is the one food that seems to trip you on your diet? When you identify a weak spot in your life, then you can work on it.

If it’s brownies that are your downfall in your weight loss journey, then find something to replace it with that’s healthy. Everyone has things that make them stumble and fall in life. However, when you become empowered, you can quickly identify the pitfall and find ways to avoid it.

Do you seem to attract toxic relationships? Find out why you are so attracted to people who don’t bring out the best in you. Then, once you identify the weak spot, you can work on fixing it.

5. Fall in Love with You

Have you ever heard the saying that you can’t love someone else until you learn to love yourself? It’s one of the most powerful statements you can use to motivate you in your journey towards regaining control of your life. How can anyone else love you if you don’t like you?

Remember, in this life, you are your biggest cheerleader. Part of the reason why so many people end up in toxic relationships is that they don’t believe they deserve better. Not only do you deserve better, but you can have the best connections when you refuse to settle for anything less.

Stop settling for things in life. Life is like going to a restaurant. You can pick and choose from the menu the items you want. You are settling for a Salisbury steak when you can order the T-bone. Stop looking at yourself through the mirror of all your past hurts and regrets.

Look at you as a person that has been through a lot of stuff but has come through stronger and more powerful. If you want a good spouse, then have some self-confidence and a drive to succeed. Those attributes will make you more attractive than a new haircut or outfit any day.

6. Know When to Walk

Do you always stay too long at the fair? So many people know when an expiration date has passed on a job or relationship, yet they hang in there, thinking that it will get better. The truth is it’s not going to get better.

Toxic situations are only going to poison you emotionally, which can also take a toll on your physical health. Don’t let people walk all over you. Know when it’s time to walk. As the old song says, you got to know when to walk away and when to run.

7. Don’t Live in The Past

Keep your past as a lesson, and don’t let it become a life sentence. You may have been through some bad things in your life but allow it to help you to become empowered. Some of the most influential people in this world are those that have risen from adversity and used it to help others.

What have you been through that has taught you a lesson? Can you use that to help others and build your self-confidence? Remember, life is not about how many times you fall; it’s about all those times that you get back up, ready to fight again.

8. Get Your Health in Check

One of the things that get people so down is their health. It’s easy to feel on top of the world when you are struggling with diabetes, high blood pressure, or some other medical problem.

You must get exercise and eat right so that you can have optimal health. If your diet is laden by junk food and sugary carbohydrates, then it’s unnatural to think that you will have the energy to run a marathon.

When you eat better, you will feel better. There is a direct correlation between your health and your overall being. If you want to feel empowered to run the race of life, then you must have strength and energy for your journey.

9. Strive for Independence

Independence is a beautiful thing. While it’s nice to have people to lean on during times of adversity, you need to be strong enough to handle whatever life throws your way. Have you ever heard the saying that you shouldn’t get married until you can financially stand on your own two feet?

So many people start relationships expecting the other person to take the financial burden. Your relationship with others will be so much better when you are financially and otherwise independent. You will have something to offer to others when you have your stuff together.

Employers and potential suitors will want someone that is empowered enough to have their finances as well as personal and professional lives in control.

10. Don’t Let Fear Rule You

Many people would apply for that management position if only they weren’t afraid that they would be overlooked. Never let fear stop you from achieving your dreams. It may be scary to do something that you don’t think you can do or would never dream that you could be successful at, but anxiety can hinder you from living your life to the fullest.

With every decision in your life comes the chance at failure. However, you are one step away from an entirely new experience. Do you have the strength to stare in the face of fear and not let it stop you?

Move out of fear and into a confident mindset to feel more empowered.

Final Thoughts on Feeling Empowered and Regaining Control of Your Life

Lastly, you have a tremendous amount of worth that you can add to society. When you learn to love yourself, know the true potential that is inside of you, and are not afraid to face fear head-on, then you can accomplish anything you want and more.

21 Subtle Ways Women Make The First Move

April 21, 2020 by Power of Positivity

Traditionally, men have always made the first move. They approach women, plan and pay for dates, and do a lot of the heavy lifting in the early stages of a budding relationship. It can be stressful, mentally taxing, and financially difficult for them, especially in this decade!

It’s not really fair to expect men always to make the first move. Shouldn’t women show their attraction, too? If there’s someone you like, you can take the first steps to make them a part of your life, no matter what your gender is!

Here are 21 subtle ways women make the first move.

1. Standing Close

A woman may make the first move by entering someone’s bubble. This proximity is a good indicator of a woman’s interest, as they will intentionally move or stand unusually tightly next to a person they are interested in.

Some women have, unfortunately, been taught to move backward and away from people they’re interested in, to entice a sort of “chase.” This tactic doesn’t work, and women actively trying to make the first move won’t (and shouldn’t!) consider that a good option.

2. Common Nonverbal Cues

Some women make the first move by prompting men to take the first physical steps. What does this mean? Essentially, they perform common nonverbal cues that are signs of openness that say “Approach me!”.

Men typically have a positive reaction to these cues, as they are long-understood signals of interest. For example:

Prolonged eye contact, where a woman meets a man’s eye and holds his gaze
Eyebrow flashes, where the eyebrows are quickly raised and lowered upon eye contact
Smiles, showing an openness to being approached

3. Striking Up A Relaxed Conversation

A simple, no-pressure conversation is a common way women make the first move. As a small talk type of exchange, there’s no tension, and either party can leave if desired. They may talk about:

The weather
What someone is doing somewhere
A few details about each other
Shared interests or connections

4. Using A Simple, Warm Greeting

Sometimes, a woman’s chosen method for making the first move is to provide a warm greeting, a subtle signal to their person of interest to start the real conversation. They may say hello or use any other greeting, taking care to use a welcoming tone that indicates they are open to the company.

5. Buying Drinks

A woman may buy drinks for someone at the bar that they’re interested in. This usually prompts the object of their interest to at least thank them, which opens the door for more conversation.

Besides, buying drinks for someone is one of the oldest ways to make the first move in the book! As such, though it’s relatively subtle, it’s difficult for anyone to misinterpret, which is a positive bonus.

6. Group Date Invites

Inviting someone to hang out in a bigger group is a subtle manner of making the first move, as it doesn’t force a romantic connotation over the event. If the group date goes well, it serves as a jumping-off point for a follow-up, one-on-one date.

In general, date invites can also be a woman’s way of making an obvious first move in a safe way, especially if they don’t know the other person yet. They’ll be in the company of others, and it’s a great way to gauge compatibility.

7. Wearing Red

Red is an inflammatory color of sorts. It presents an automatic appearance of femininity and attractiveness that easily hooks a lot of guys, putting them in a state of positive thinking for the approach. This red doesn’t have to be a dressed-from-head-to-toe color. It can be used in many, many ways, such as:

As lipstick
In accessories
In shoes
Little pops of color

Of course, do note that color is not consent, and women wear red for preference reasons – but combining red with cues of interest is definitely a way of making the first move!

8. Dropping Hints

A woman may drop hints if they’re interested in someone. The more obvious the hint, the more likely it is that they’re seriously trying to make the first move without losing subtlety. They might talk a lot about wanting to see a movie or go to an event, hoping to be asked out. The problem, of course, is that not everyone notices those hints!

9. Messaging First

A woman who reached out to someone they’re interested in first is making the first move, in a way. They’re taking the first steps to form a longer connection, in a way that makes them very easy to reach. They might go directly for flirtation, crack a few jokes, or just make small talk as they build up momentum.

10. Getting Spare Tickets

A woman who knows what the person they’re interested in likes may attempt to score bonus tickets to something that person would definitely want to take part in. Then, when the opportunity arises, they’d offer the spare ticket – and it becomes a date! Sneaky!

11. Asking Questions

When someone asks another person questions, it’s because they’re trying to get to know them. As such, a woman may subtly make the first move by asking someone questions about themselves. These can involve:

Personal questions
Questions about interests and hobbies
Questions about opinions on current events
Silly, fun questions, like “would you rather”s or icebreaker-type questions
Risque, flirtatious questions
Any open-ended questions that leave room for further discussion

These questions usually become progressively more personal as the asker sees how far they can get, as this is usually a good indicator of the other party’s interest.

12. Teasing

A lot of women like to engage in banter with the people they are attracted to. It’s a good test of whether the other person’s wit matches theirs if the senses of humor are compatible, and if there’s interest in general.

Playful, flirtatious teasing rarely goes overboard into hurtful insult territory, so it’s not difficult for most people on the receiving end to notice it as the first move of sorts!

13. Showing More Skin

Putting skin on display tends to catch the eye, and it certainly works to make others approach you! Research has even found a jumping-off point that indicates women who are undergoing ovulation tend to naturally decide to dress less conservatively, without even thinking about it.

Do note – importantly! – that revealing clothing is not consent, and plenty of women dress like this out of preference. However, a combination of certain kinds of clothing and signals of interest is a reason to believe a woman may be making the first move.

14. Gentle Touches

Gentle, soft touches of a seemingly innocent kind are another way that women make the first move, especially with men. This is because they know that men are often more physical in their preferences and responses, and may have a more positive response to touch. These touches may include:

Patting a shoulder
Lightly touching a forearm or knee
Brushing something off their clothes, hair, or face
“Accidentally” bumping into them
Standing close enough to be lightly touching sometimes

15. Expressing Desire To Keep In Touch

After a first meeting, a woman may make the first move by saying they want to keep in touch. They may use phrases like:

I’d love to hear more about this!
It’d be a pity if we couldn’t talk some more.
Hey, what’s your (social media)?
I can text you the details about (the topic of discussion) if you like.
Will you be at (event)?

These methods are very subtle, but they’re how a woman gets or gives contact information that will lead to something more. Sometimes, it’s platonic – but a lot of the time, there’s room to explore a deeper relationship!

16. Compliments

Few people will respond negatively to a well-placed compliment. A woman will find something to compliment in the person they’re interested in, ranging from appearance-based to deeper in meaning, depending on how much they already know the person they’re attracted to. They may compliment:

Clothing
Natural appearance features
Personality traits
Strength
Job-status

17. Asking Relationship Status

Generally, there’s no reason for anyone to ask about someone’s relationship status unless you’re at least someone interested – but it’s subtle because it doesn’t spell out a woman’s intentions. When she asks this question, the person who has caught her interest is likely to know quickly why she’s asking, even if she’s not crystal clear about it.

18. Pulling Onto The Dancefloor

The jury’s out on whether this can be considered “subtle,” but a woman may pull someone they like out to the dance floor to have a good time together.

It makes the first move in a non-committal way, as dancing together doesn’t mean you’re definitely going to date, but it also tests compatibility and potential intimacy in a slightly non-platonic way!

19. Spending More Time

For women who often come into contact with someone they like, they may go out of their way to spend more time with them. For example, they might:

Join them for meals
Just hang out with them
Walk or travel to common destinations with them
Join gatherings or events where they’ll be
Prolong conversations

20. Getting Friends To Help

A woman’s friends are her closest confidants. They may all work together to nudge someone’s interest in the woman in question. When a whole group of friends is trying to set two people up, it makes the first move in a subtle and roundabout – but definitely effective – way.

21. Just Asking Someone Out

Not everyone is good at picking up subtlety, and if you really like someone, sometimes the only way to make the first move is to be very clear and honest about it.

If you’re feeling confident enough for it, this is the one guaranteed way to get your message across with open and positive communication. It’s the 21st century – there’s no reason a woman can’t be direct about their desires, and plenty of women today make the first move boldly! So take a deep breath, get your positive thinking going, and ask someone out!

Final Thoughts On Some Subtle Ways Women Make The First Move

In this day and age, women are making the first move all the time, and there’s no reason you can’t do the same. If you don’t want to come on too strong, using these subtle ways to take that step can be a big help – but ultimately, don’t shy away from being direct and honest about your intentions!

15 Habits That Help Prevent Neurologic Diseases

April 21, 2020 by Power of Positivity

Your brain and central nervous system are the most essential systems in your body. While we would like to assume that everything will be fine and our nervous system will stay nice and healthy until we get old, this isn’t always the case. That is why it’s crucial to develop good habits that promote brain and nervous system health as well as minimize your risk of injury or neurologic disease.

Here are 15 good habits that can help you keep your brain and body happy and healthy

1 – Keep a Healthy Diet

While it might not be the first thing to come to mind when discussing neurologic health, diet is just as crucial for your brain as it is for the rest of your body. Ensuring your body gets the right balance of nutrients promotes overall body health, with different nutrients fueling different parts of the body.

Similarly to how a lack of protein can interfere with muscle function, having too little glucose can severely hinder your brain’s function, causing difficulties in concentration, brain fog, and even headaches. These conditions happen because the brain runs almost entirely on glucose for fuel. Glucose isn’t the only nutrient helpful to the mind, though, as it can also make good use of:

Glutamine
Zinc
Choline
Arginine

Some of these nutrients are so effective for the brain, as noted in a recent study that choline can help reduce edema and the destruction of the blood-brain barrier in large enough doses. A healthy diet is also essential since it can prevent other health issues that might affect the nervous system. For example, eating nothing but fatty foods and salts, eating nothing but fast food, or a high cholesterol diet can increase your risk for blood clots.

Having a clot in the arteries leading to your brain could end up causing a stroke, which could lead to severe neurologic damage. Having a healthy diet help lower your risk of clotting and high blood pressure, in turn reducing your risk of having a stroke.

2 – Keep Your Brain Engaged

Just like any other part of your body, your brain will start to taper off and dull with time, the longer you go without challenging it. Keeping your mind engaged and challenged will give you more mental energy and make you feel sharper and more alert.

Quiet time engaged in reading, doing puzzles, or playing word games benefit your wellness.

Additionally, it can also have the long term effect of reducing your risk of developing neurologic issues later on in life. You’ll find many habits are key to keeping your brain healthy overall as well, all with their benefits.

3 – Wear Protective Gear

We are not saying to wear a helmet wherever you go to protect your head, but wear the proper protective gear when appropriate. If you go bike riding or drive a motorcycle, always use a helmet. If you participate in high contact sports, use headgear and padded gloves when sparring or doing massive contact drills.

While a physical impact on the brain can cause brain damage, the direct blow the head isn’t always what causes the most damage. The brain has a bit of buffer between itself and the cranial wall, allowing for some slight movement in the surrounding fluid.

With a hard enough hit, the brain can shift with enough force to strike against the inner bone of the cranial cavity, and if the head moves or whips back rapidly, this could cause even more damage. This motion is also why whiplash in a car accident can lead to head injuries. Mild to severe brain trauma can have lasting effects, seeing a decrease in healthy brain matter years after the injury.

4 – Get Some Sleep

Sleep is essential for our bodies. Without it, our bodies can not recharge, and there is a slew of health problems that come with it. Without the rest it needs, the brain can often operate more slowly, leading to brain fog, a lack of concentration, and headaches. Try to get between 6-8 hours of sleep each night to ensure optimal brain function.

5 – Keep Active

While a sedentary lifestyle isn’t necessarily healthy in the first place, it might have detrimental effects on the brain as well. Even with some minor exercise, being inactive can affect memory and concentration, as well as critical thinking and information processing. Physical activity isn’t just necessary for your neurologic health, but also a variety of other body systems.

6 – Keep a Journal

Reading and writing are two of the best activities that can promote brain health, and journaling can be a great way to improve your mental health from an emotional standpoint, so why not combine them all into one package. Keeping a journal can also help from a more practical perspective by letting you plan out your week or cope with things weighing heavily on your mind on your terms.

7 – Avoid Excessive Drinking

While the occasional glass of wine with dinner isn’t likely going to harm you, excessive and repeated drinking can have severe adverse effects on your body as a whole, and this includes your brain. Binge drinking is especially dangerous, as it can lead to a rapid spike in levels of alcohol in the blood in a very short time. This habit could trigger ketosis and alcohol poisoning, leading to a variety of health problems, including brain damage.

8 – Keep Connected

We, as humans, are social creatures, thriving and growing best when surrounded by community. This social aspect isn’t just something that’s because of today’s society either but is hard-wired into us. A lack of socialization and secluding yourself can harm your overall mental health, and keeping your mind engaged is easier when you involve others. This is why study groups work so well.

9 – Relax

We must take the time to destress and wind down. Prolonged stress can have a variety of adverse health effects on the body. Stress was initially a trigger for our fight or flight response, keeping our bodies and minds on high alert if our lives were in danger. Now stress is caused by less endangering issues, and while it can be a driving motivator, prolonged stress can have a severe negative impact on your brain health.

10 – Don’t Smoke Cigarettes

The health risks of smoking are as numerous as they are devastating. This is increasingly true for their effects on the brain. Cigarette smoking can lead to a much higher risk of developing neurologic issues like Alzheimer’s or dementia later on in life. Thanks to recent studies and research, vapes aren’t much better when it comes to health risks either, so it’s essential to kick the habit as soon as possible if you do smoke.

11 – Cigarettes Hinder Neurologic Health

This one might not be something you can control, but air pollution is a big problem, especially in more congested areas. If you live near a major highway or interstate, it’s possible that the contamination could be having an effect on your overall health. While you might not be able to get up and just move away, it’s essential to try to get some fresh air from time to time. Get out to a local park or beach away from the smog and exhaust from time to time if you can. Not only will you feel better from the change of pace, but the improved air quality will help too.

12 – Care for Your Heart

Your heart and your brain are surprisingly more interconnected than you might think. Your aorta branches off directly into the arteries that lead to the Circle of Willis, a series of blood vessels that supply blood to the brain and surrounding areas.

While the Circle of Willis should circumvent potential clotting if the aorta or vessels leading to the area become blocked, or if not enough blood is flowing to the brain in general, this can have a drastic effect on the brain, causing it to age more rapidly as it doesn’t receive the nutrients it needs.

13 – Keep Learning

Your brain responds well to engagement. Sitting in front of the TV or doing something mindless to relax can be excellent for your body, but there is a bit of truism to the adage that TV will rot your brain. Learning will help your brain continue to grow and keep your critical thinking skills sharp, helping to curb the risks of developing neurologic disorders later on in life.

14 – Avoid Eating Junk Food

While this one ties into the healthy diet habit, it’s also essential to avoid overeating junk food. Having at least some leafy greens or vegetables in your diet can help give your brain the nutrients it needs to function. Blueberries are especially useful for promoting brain health as well.

15 – Start Early

Keeping your neurologic health in mind is something you shouldn’t wait to do until it becomes an issue. The earlier you start promoting a healthy brain through good habits, the better your chances of reaching old age without developing some other kind of neurologic disorder.

Learn how listening to TED Talks can boost neurologic health.

Final Thoughts on Avoiding Neurologic Disease by Healthy Habits

Following all of these habits early will keep your brain happy and healthy for longer into your life. Do you have any good practices that work for you? Share them with us over on Facebook!

Therapist Reveals How Melancholy Is Different From Depression

April 21, 2020 by Power of Positivity

More than 17.3 million adults suffer from depression in this country. A chemical imbalance causes this mental health disorder in the brain. It should not be confused with being blue or melancholy.

There are times in life when you feel sad. You may have lost a job or had a relationship that went south, and these struggles can affect your motivation. However, when the blues don’t go away within a few weeks, then a doctor will give you a more severe diagnosis.

You must understand the difference between circumstantial sadness and that which is caused by an imbalance of chemicals in the brain. The difference is vital in the treatment of this mental health concern.

The Causes of Melancholy and Despair

Life-altering events can cause you to become melancholy, though it should not be confused with clinical unhappiness. You can become blue from a triggering event, such as a death, job loss, break-up, or move.

When you are dealing with the blues, you are still able to go about your daily activities. You may feel sad for a few weeks or even a month, but you still function. Some people may spend the day in bed watching television and not going to the grocery store or hanging out with friends. Procrastination becomes commonplace.

Some experts call the period of blues an adjustment disorder as you are having a difficult time coping with changes in your life. However, it’s not the same as clinical despair. If you think you have situational sadness, then here are a few signs:

•Lethargy
•Inability to Focus
•Crying Spells
•Retreat from Family and Friends
•Avoid Normal Activities

Life goes on, even when you feel melancholy. Here are tips for choosing to think positive.

Defining Depression

Your despair can classify into two categories, major or clinical. If you have the clinical variety, then you will have severe, unrelenting symptoms. You may withdraw from everyone around you and avoid activities that you once loved.

When you are in a state of clinical despair, then your mood is severe enough that it inhibits your daily life. These issues are caused by an imbalance of serotonin, norepinephrine, or dopamine in the brain. When melancholy blues don’t go away, then it can change the way your body and brain function.

Some say that clinical sadness seems to snowball. You may experience the blues from the loss of a job, but the unhappiness intensifies when you can’t pay your rent, and then the electricity gets turned off. Here are some common signs that you are experiencing extreme or clinical despair:

•Calling off Work or School Frequently
•Nervous and on Edge – Anxiety
•Getting too Much or too Little Sleep
•Heart Palpitations
•Headaches
•Muscle Aches
•Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue
•Avoiding Pressing Obligations
•Unable to Keep Up with Daily Obligations
•Suicidal Ideations

Differences Between Being Melancholy or Depressed

The line between being depressed and having the blues are blurred. As you can see from the signs, it’s hard for an expert to tell the difference at times. Here are ten things that are different between the two.

1. Daily Life Functions

A person who is clinically depressed is unable to function, and their daily life is significantly affected. However, a person that is suffering from the blues can still function. Their sadness is not overwhelming enough to interrupt everyday life, though they will procrastinate.

2. Hygiene Problems

When someone is depressed, they may have problems doing normal things like taking a bath, shaving, or fixing their hair. The person who is melancholy from the blues can still do these things though it may take more effort than before.

3. Isolation

If you are depressed, then you will isolate yourself from the world outside. You will avoid work, school, and meetings you are required to attend. The isolated person will close themselves off in a room, and they don’t want to be disturbed.

4. Suicidal Ideations

People with the blues aren’t usually in a severe mental state that causes them to want to take their life. Though they may feel a bit hopeless or helpless, they don’t dream of ways to end it all. However, a depressed person can ruminate about ways to end their suffering.

5. Duration

People who have the blues only experience these unhappy feelings for a few weeks or months. However, when someone is major or clinically depressed, then they have an ongoing issue that won’t go away on its own. They need medical intervention to stop the vicious cycle that is controlling their life.

6. Intensity

Both the depressed person and the one who is melancholy both feel sad and miserable. However, the person who has the chemical imbalance that is causing their symptoms has a greater intensity. Their sadness may be so overwhelming that they may not be able to get out of bed for days on end. The differences in the intensity between the two is vast.

7. Differing Causes

The causes of the blues are always linked to an event that has occurred in life. However, a depressed person doesn’t need a major crisis to feel the way they do. They can’t shake their feeling of angst and sadness no matter how good things are going for them.

Consequently, melancholy or despair that doesn’t go away can develop into a clinically depressed state as the brain and body are involved.

8. Quality of Life

Someone who has some sadness due to circumstances will still have a better quality of life than someone who is depressed. While their body might be in a saddened state, it’s not significant enough to mess with their quality of life.

However, someone who is severely depressed can barely function. It may be all they can do to get up and take a shower in the morning or make breakfast. They have no strength, and their quality of life dramatically suffers.

9. Hallucinations

Someone who is clinically depressed can have both auditory and visual hallucinations. These hallucinations are caused by the imbalance of brain chemicals that make things array.

Consequently, someone who is just circumstantially sad doesn’t have these phenomena. Since there is no chemical imbalance in the brain, they are not likely to experience these symptoms.

Here are red flags someone is delusional.

10. Classification Differences

The American Psychiatric Association deems a clinical or significantly depressed person has a valid mental health disorder. The DSM-5 is a book of criteria that is used to make a diagnosis. A person with the blues doesn’t have a medical diagnosis, though it can progress as time goes on.

5 Alternative Treatments for Depression (that may also lift your melancholy)

Treating a depressive state is challenging because there is no one-size-fits-all method. The first course of treatment is usually antidepressant medications. However, these drugs come with dangerous side effects, and they don’t work for everyone. Here are some alternative therapies that have proven beneficial.

Therapy

Using a licensed therapist, you can use one of the many types of therapy. Since there are no medications used, you get to the source of the problem rather than masking it. Many people find great relief once they learn tips and tricks to help them overcome their constant angst.

Yoga

Yoga is an excellent Eastern exercise method that helps to breathe, and it can stimulate the feel-good chemicals in your brain. One specific type, Ingvar yoga, seems to have the most significant impact on reducing depressive symptoms, as it boosts the brain’s serotonin levels. Your mind works better when you learn the art of deep breathing.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture has been around for centuries. By placing small needles into specific points in the body, it can help to stimulate nerves and boost chemical productions. Many people feel a significant improvement in their depressive state after a few rounds of this ancient practice.

Magnesium

Many people find that they are deficient in one or more vitamin levels, which can directly affect the brain’s chemicals. Magnesium is one of the commonly found vitamin deficiencies that can have a significant impact.

Magnesium can cause irregular heartbeats, blood pressure issues, as well as irritability. You can take a supplement, or you can increase your dark chocolate, pumpkin seeds, bananas, and other rich foods.

Diet and Exercise

In many cases, a depressive state links to a poor diet and lack of exercise. By eating more plant-based foods, avoiding carbohydrates, and processed junk, you can see a significant improvement in your mental clarity.

While there are many diets on the market that promise stellar results, stick to something that allows the four major food groups, which include a variety of fruits and vegetables.

Final Thoughts on Knowing the Differences Between Melancholy and Depression

If you’re having problems with ongoing sadness and need the help of a medical professional, don’t feel like you are alone. Everyone will experience some sort of depressive state at least once in their life.

The key is to take care of the issue of your melancholy quickly. Do not allow it to take away from you or your family any more than it can. You can overcome this common problem, and you will.

Dietitian Reveals the 15 Best Foods to Support Your Circulatory System

April 21, 2020 by Power of Positivity

Your body’s circulatory system is one of its most essential components. It includes your heart, lungs, and blood vessels and inherently links to all significant health aspects of your body. Improving what you eat to support circulation will enhance the health of your body overall.

If you want to maintain a consistent level of good health, it’s essential to make sure that you treat your body well. A good starting point to doing this is to add the right ingredients to your diet over time. Take it slow. Health is a marathon.

Have you ever noticed that diets are tough to follow? Taking away the foods you enjoy from your menu is a tough thing to master psychologically.

Instead of taking things out of your diet, consider what foods you can add that will treat your body like medicine does. Adding a wide range of whole food ingredients to your daily diet can begin to work wonders for your health if consumed regularly.

Taking care of your body is a multifaceted effort. No one food is going to cure any of your health problems magically. However, a real lifestyle change towards healthier habits is a sure way to increase your overall health over time.

With that in mind, below are the 15 best foods you can eat to support your circulatory system.

15 Foods for Circulatory System Support

1. Leafy greens

Leafy greens like collard greens and kale are jam-packed with essential nutrients that create a suitable environment for your body. They have beneficial vitamins and antioxidants that support many of your body’s vital functions. Specifically, vitamin K is a great nutrient that benefits your blood flow and prevents over-clotting.

In addition, the rich content of nitrates allows these green veggies to help your body reduce blood pressure and decrease stiffness in arteries.

Intake of leafy greens can help decrease your risk of heart disease, according to some studies.

Eating a salad every day with a variety of leafy greens, olive oil, berries, and walnuts (see #5) is a great way to incorporate a handful of good-for-you ingredients in a single meal.

2. Whole Grains

A “whole” grain refers to grains that have the germ, endosperm, and bran included. Grains that have been minimally processed like quinoa or buckwheat are great examples of this. The fiber contained in these grains can significantly reduce the body’s retention of bad cholesterol.

In addition, oats are another incredible source of whole grains that can help the body fight bad cholesterol. “Ezekiel bread,” whole-grain bread with a variety of seeds and natural grains, is another great option in this category. Although whole grains have gotten a bad rap recently, they are outstanding for most people when consumed in their most whole and natural form.

3. Dark Chocolate

The flavonoids present in the natural cocoa plant links to improving blood circulation. A study found in the Circulation Journal stated that dark chocolates rich in flavonoids improved the patient’s blood circulation. In contrast, white chocolate (which is not actually chocolate) did not yield the same result.

Dark chocolate shouldn’t be too hard for most people to eat, but if you don’t like the taste, try adding raw cocoa powder to your coffee in the morning. This addition can be a great substitute for cream.

4. Cold-Water Fish

Fish that live in cold water contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. Think salmon, mackerel, and cod. These fats are crucial for the heart and the entire circulatory system. Adding fish like salmon to your diet is a great way to get your protein and a ton of vital nutrients simultaneously.

5. Nuts

Nuts contain both magnesium and L-arginine. Magnesium allows your body’s arteries to loosen and relax so that they can make way for more blood. L-arginine helps to produce nitric oxide, which performs the same function.

Even just one handful of nuts per day can add a ton of vital nutrients to your diet. You can even blend them up in smoothies for even more convenience.

6. Oranges

The vitamin C present in oranges allows the blood capillaries to dilate and carry more blood to the cells. Vitamin C also aids in the production of collagen, which aids in circulation as well. Any food high in vitamin C is a great option to add to your diet if you want to increase your body’s circulatory health. Make sure that you eat an orange whole and not juiced so that you don’t miss out on the valuable fiber content.

7. Berries

Berries of all kinds are incredibly nutrient-dense. Besides, they contain anthocyanins, which protect the body from inflammation, which contributes to heart disease. Eating high amounts of berries can reduce factors for heart disease, including decreasing bad LDL cholesterol.

Adding berries as a regular part of your diet can greatly increase the health of your circulatory system. You can add a handful of berries as they are, blend them in smoothies, or add them to salads for an easy way to incorporate them into your diet.

8. Garlic

Garlic is incredibly potent food for your health for many reasons, but it also aids your body’s natural flow of blood. It can help lower blood pressure with the allicin present in it. This compound helps the arteries dilate.

Make sure to eat it raw — you can swallow whole garlic cloves without swallowing, like a pill. Adding garlic to your daily diet is an easy way to increase your body’s natural flow of blood. You can also cook it, but cooking it at high heats for long periods can diminish some of the valuable nutrients that it has to offer.

9. Watermelon

Watermelon contains lycopene, a natural antioxidant that can help to improve circulation. Other red foods like tomatoes contain high amounts of lycopene as well. This food is an excellent and easy health addition to aid your body’s circulatory system. Watermelon is another fruit that can be eaten as is or added to smoothies.

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10. Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne pepper can help increase your metabolic rate, which in turn stimulates the arteries and blood vessels. Luckily, cayenne pepper is easy to add to a wide variety of dishes and goes well on fish, poultry, or red meat alike.

11. Ginger Root

One of the healthiest foods on Earth, ginger root can aid in digestion problems and increase the body’s blood circulation. Ginger can be added to a wide variety of Asian dishes or shredded and blended in a smoothie. It’s pretty potent, so it might be a bit difficult to eat raw.

12. Goji Berries

Goji berries are a mainstay in health stores. They can work in conduction with other foods to increase the body’s blood circulation. They are also high in fiber, meaning they can help contribute to decreasing LDL cholesterol. While goji berries are healthy, they’re also a bit expensive, so use discretion when buying them against another berry.

13. Ginkgo Biloba

This extract from the ginkgo tree helps to dilate blood vessels. Some sources claim it increases blood flow to the brain specifically, although this is uncertain. You can et this in tea or pill form.

14. Beets

The presence of nitrate in beets converts to nitric oxide, which helps the blood vessels to dilate naturally. They are also chock-full of incredible nutrients that support your body’s overall health. Your circulatory system is related to all aspects of your body, so it’s never a bad idea to pursue holistic health along with it.

15. Natto

Lesser-known in the Western world, this food made from fermented soybeans contains high amounts of a blood-thinning nutrient known as nattokinase. This compound reduces the fiber in your blood, making it less “sticky.” Make sure that you stay away from natto if you are on any prescription blood thinner.

Bonus: The two worst foods for circulation

1. Sugar

Sugar is bad for your health overall. That’s no surprise. Eating sugar causes your body to release far too much insulin, causing your body to become chronically inflamed.

The chronic inflammation associated with overeating sugar can cause your body to develop type 2 diabetes, which in turn damages the circulatory system. The high levels of glucose present in the blood make the veins more brittle and unable to function as they were intended.

2. Salt

While your intake of salt (and its related effects on your health) are still being studied, it is clear that intaking massive amounts of sodium is terrible for you. While you can certainly counteract this with activity, it’s important to cut the excess amounts of sodium present in your diet.

Final Thoughts on Trying to Eat More Foods That Boost Circulatory System Health

Overall, try incorporating one or two of these foods over time into your diet. Apart from benefiting your system, these foods contain a ton of nutrients that benefit your overall health in a variety of ways. Also, one of the best ways you can benefit your circulatory system is by adding exercise as a part of your daily routine. This activity can also help your heart and lungs strengthen, along with the benefits added by nutritious foods.

10 Ways To Sharpen Your Sixth Sense

April 21, 2020 by Power of Positivity

Do you ever have feelings of Deja Vu, as you’ve experienced certain events before? Do you ever have a “feeling” that things are going to happen before actually experiencing them? Have you experienced a dream that has come true? Or do you happen to think or say something at the same time as someone else? Then you are using what is known as your “sixth sense.”

Your sixth sense can help you navigate your way through life—to better relationships, improved health and well being, and even success in your career. It can help you to realize your full potential and lead a life that you were always destined to live.

What is the sixth sense?

Your sixth sense is an inner sense of guidance. So use those intuitive promptings that urge you to take specific steps in life that lead you in a “right and true” direction for you. It is a cumulative power of all your other senses—sight, sound, taste, touch, smell. Indeed, these senses culminate to form a stronger sense of inner knowing.

We are all born with inherent tendencies; the degree to which we develop them will make an impact on our lives and the lives of those around us as we seek to build these inner knowings that lead us, quite often, to bigger and better things.

We experience higher levels of intuition when keen insight, subconscious nudges, and senses bring us to a conclusion that would otherwise not be reached using the five senses. When trying to understand your extra sense, it is essential to keep in mind that everyone has it, it has its basis in science, and it is not to be feared.

You have most likely already used this sense to navigate your way through life; it is just as powerful and beneficial as the rest of your senses, if not more! Your intuition will lead you to magical places if you allow the power inside of you to be expressed through you, and these places can definitely be more exciting than if you were to approach the world through your five-sense lens.

As you develop your powers of intuition, they add a whole new dimension to life and living, empowering us with confidence and infusing us with passion.

Can you develop your sixth sense?

This psychic ability is not only innate. It can be developed. In fact, you are probably already using your natural skills to predict specific outcomes in your life.

Stories abound of people who get a “bad feeling” about a flight, so they cancel their trip. Later, the person finds out that the plane they were to be riding on has crashed.

Others have a nudge that they should call to check on a neighbor or loved one. Upon arrival, they find that the person they have had a prompting to call has suffered an illness or injury and needs care.

The more you work with this “power” to develop it, the more you will be guided to those types of experiences that increase your faith in your abilities.

Taking some “natural” steps to exercise your “supernatural” powers could lead you to magical things in your life.

Consider these ways to work with and sharpen your sixth sense:

1. Take time out

We live in a busy, noisy world. The more you can tune into the wisdom of silence within you, the more likely it is that you will hear your inner voice speaking to you. It may not come in words, but pictures, hunches, and feelings; begin to act on the information that is given to you and open yourself up to the process of trusting your intuition.

2. Listen to your gut

We don’t say “gut feelings” for nothing—-we’ve all had those feelings roiling around in our midsections that tell us to steer clear of danger or to move toward a particular outcome. It may seem illogical at first, but the more you follow this gut feeling, the more likely it is that it will lead you in a real direction for your situation.

3. Follow the signs

The more you open yourself up to the possibility of a sixth sense in yourself and others, the more synchronicities will begin to show up in your life. Do you hear the same song over and over? Does a particular animal or icon catch your eye? Pay attention to the signals the universe is giving you; there may be hidden meaning in these visible clues.

4. Take note of when you experience your sixth sense

At times, your sixth sense may present you with a lightbulb moment. This occurrence may be a flash of inspiration, an answer to a problem, or a burst of awareness that leads you to a new level of understanding. Take notice of the events, and celebrate them as they happen. The more you acknowledge and appreciate your inner wisdom, the more likely you are to see moments like these happening regularly.

5. Guess!

Don’t take your psychic ability too seriously; play with your inner powers, and don’t be afraid to guess once in a while—who knows? You might hit the mark. Try to predict who is calling you, or see how many emails you will encounter when you open up your account. Playing with inconsequential outcomes such as these will increase your faith as you discover that you can be right—most of the time.

6. Pay attention to your dreams and visions

Whether you acknowledge it or not, we all have dreams and inner visions that lead us in a specific direction. Pay attention to the information that you get, and ask what the purpose of this information is and how it is meant to serve you in life. Asking will open up a whole new world of answers, and the ride is exhilarating.

7. Write it down!

When you first begin to open to the world of intuitive awareness, it can seem very overwhelming and a bit frightening. As you go through your daily experiences, begin to write down those “stories” that seem outlandish or unbelievable. If nothing else, they will be good conversation pieces as you start to share your experience with others. Revisiting your process as you look over past diaries will give you confidence that you chose to follow something valid.

8. Pay attention to your feelings

Have you ever met someone and had an instant “feeling” about them? When walking home on a dark evening, have you ever been tempted to look behind you to see if someone is following you? Those feelings are real, and you should pay attention to them.

If so, your own hunches are attempting to speak to you and guide you in a specific direction. Over time, these feelings will get more reliable and more persistent. So always be grateful for them, for they can lead you to opportunities, help you avoid calamity, and keep you safe from harm.

9. Visualize, and speak your intentions

Your subconscious mind, intuition, and dreams regularly speak to you; you should consider sending messages back to your subconscious!

Visualize an inevitable outcome. Or, tell your subconscious mind what you wish to achieve or accomplish in a situation. Perhaps you can plant a seed that will later bloom into the outcome that you intended.

The more you can develop a path between your conscious intent and your subconscious mind, the more it will go to work for you. Eventually, it will present itself in the form of people, places, and experiences that will move you toward your goals.

10. Stop saying “no”

To open up to your sixth sense completely, you must stop saying “no” to those inner hunches as they come through.

When you ask, be prepared for an answer, and do not brush off that inner voice that is trying to communicate with you. It may not be an answer that you are ready to receive or accept. But the process is not about getting the answer you want every single time. Instead, it’s about letting information come through that may serve a higher purpose to you or to someone else.

Final thoughts on sharpening your sixth sense to make serious breakthroughs

Like any sense or ability, you must practice with your intuition for it to bloom. Only them can you put it to work for you. As you do, you will eventually be able to call on your abilities at a moment’s notice; you may also wish to incorporate other healing modalities into your training for additional benefits. Practices like yoga, meditation, and tai chi all do their part to sharpen your skill and make the process of “at-will” direction even more accessible.

The more you use your sixth sense abilities, the more sensitive they will become. Enhanced intuition is healing for yourself and for others. Indeed, you will learn to eventually shift your focus in life from one of fear and separation to one of love and gratitude. This change will make your daily walk with intuition even more powerful and impactful.

10 Tips to Get Chiseled Arms at Home

April 21, 2020 by Power of Positivity

Did you know that you can get chiseled arms right from inside your home? Maybe strengthening and sculpting your body was one of your New Year’s resolutions all those months ago. You can get bigger biceps and toned arms without an expensive gym membership.

Think of all the work your arms do for you. Although many people have learned to cope beautifully after losing one or both limbs, it would make everyday tasks more challenging. Your arms have some of the most natural muscles to exercise for more definition.

Of the four muscles of your upper arm, you are probably more familiar with the triceps and biceps. Compare that with twenty muscles in your forearm, both front and back. All these muscles work together to create your arms’ fantastic range of motion.

Are you frustrated with your arms being too thin or flabby? It takes work to build arm muscles, but it’s worth it. The good news is that you can be set up and working out in no time.

Setting Up Your Home Gym

Are you ready to boost your appeal? Set aside a room or open space in your house for some necessary exercise equipment. Encourage the entire family to get involved to help you stay motivated. You will appreciate an inside gym when it’s scorching hot in the summer months.

Make a schedule when the family will exercise together or individually, print it out, and post it where everyone can see it. Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothes, and place a fan nearby to circulate fresh air. Provide hand towels and plenty of water to stay hydrated.

To counter the dread of exercising, create a fun atmosphere in your gym with some of your favorite music. If you need some pointers, try exercising with online tutorials. Getting in shape doesn’t have to be boring.

As you build your swimwear body, pay close attention to your arms. Not only are chiseled arms attractive, but they will give you an edge in swimming and other exciting summer sports. You can enjoy pumping your biceps to show your hard work.

10 Great Tips For Chiseled Arms

Before you start any exercise regimen, you must discuss it with your doctor and your professional trainer. You can collaborate on a fitness plan that is right for you. They will also tell you that if you feel undue pain and nausea during a particular exercise, you should stop it immediately.

Consider adding regular arm exercises to your daily regimen. With dedication and practice, you can have the toned arms and upper body you want. Try these ten helpful hacks to get chiseled arms this summer without leaving the house.

1. Curls and Lifting Repetitions

Although buying hand weights won’t break the bank, you can do it without them. Want to do a few wraps while you are working around the house? Your answer is right on the pantry shelf.

Just grab a couple of cans of soup for your arm exercises. Choose any brand you like, making sure they are the 23 oz. family size varieties. Hold your soup cans like hand weights and do your curls and repetitions as usual. If you do this just fifteen minutes a day, you will see the difference in your chiseled arms.

2. Try Classic Pushups

If you remember high school gym class or you were ever in the military, you know the benefits of pushups. This iconic exercise has been around since the time of Constantine, though some fitness historians believe the modern version was popularized at the beginning of the 20th century.

The only thing you need to do pushups is enough room to stretch your body out comfortably. Pushups are ideal for creating a flat tummy, toned legs, and chiseled arms. If you have back or joint problems, talk to your doctor or personal trainer to see if pushups are safe for you. You may do a modified version of the exercise to achieve comparable results.

3. Get Your Zen On with Yoga

This ancient Indian art combines physical movement, mindful breathing, and meditation to benefit body, mind, and spirit. The graceful yoga poses, called prana, gently stretch your muscles and tone them.

Along with strengthening your core, many of the yoga pranas include leg and arm exercises to make them more robust and flexible. You needn’t be a master yogi to get chiseled arms and reap other benefits of practicing yoga.

Exercise at home–try an in-home yoga studio or high intensity interval training using your own body weight.

4. Do Pullups for Toned Arms

Pullups are a great way to build muscles in your upper back and arms. When you visit a gym, you will probably see several people doing pullup repetitions on the parallel bars. However, you can still do the same exercises without a gym and even without bars.

If you have a sturdy door with heavy hinges, you can hold to the top of the door for pullups. For a modified version, lie under a heavy table with your hand on its edges and pull your body up that way. During pleasant weather, try doing pullups from a sturdy tree branch in your yard.

5. Try Arm Airplanes

Here is another favorite exercise you probably learned as a kid in school. Airplanes, or arm circles, don’t require equipment, and they will work muscles in your shoulders, arms, and upper back. Be sure you have room to spread your arms fully from both sides.

Stand straight with your legs slightly apart and stretch both arms straight sideways. Start with little circles and gradually increase their size. If you like, you can turn your airplanes into windmills and touch each foot with the opposite hand.

6. Have a Seat

Who would believe that you could build muscle and get chiseled arms at home by sitting in a chair? Well, it’s almost that simple. All you need is a little space and a solid chair that will support your body weight.

Sit comfortably in your chair and move your body a bit forward to keep your feet flat on the floor. Now, grip each side of the chair with your hands and slowly lift your behind, ensuring that you are supporting your weight with your arms. Lower your behind down quickly and do these seat lifts about 10-15 times.

7. Turn Your Fitness Regimen Upside Down

Doesn’t it seem like kids know how to make boring exercise fun? Chances are you probably see your children doing headstands and handstands around your house or the yard. Would you believe these upside-down tricks that make the kids giggle are excellent exercises for adults?

These dizzying childhood pastimes are also used in ancient exercise regimens like yoga. While you are up against a wall balancing on your head and arms, you can nourish your brain with a little extra blood. Plus, headstands and handstands strengthen your shoulders and arms when done safely.

8. Bring It Over Your Head

Another way you can shed unwanted fat from your arms and make them ripped is by doing overhead tricep extensions. This exercise benefits your upper and lower limbs, shoulders, and upper back. You can use an appropriate weight of dumbbell or your large soup can.

Stand straight with your feet spread a little, and your knees slightly bent. Use both hands to hold your weight vertically with your arms overhead. Bend your elbows and gently lower the pressure behind your back and lift it again for 10-15 repetitions.

9. Do the Kettlebell Swing

Kettlebells are solid, round weights with handles on top, available in various sizes. You can pick up one or a graduated set inexpensively in a sporting goods store or online. Choose a weight that’s proper for you with a handle that fits comfortably in your hands.

With your feet spread apart, bend your knees and squat halfway down, and have the kettlebell positioned on the floor between your legs. Grab the handle with both hands and bring your body upright while stretching the weight straight in front of you. Kettlebell swings do wonders for strengthening your back, upper legs, and giving you chiseled arms.

10. Put Some Weight into It and Bench Press

If you are into physical training, you probably have a weight bench with graduated barbells at home. Bench pressing and gradually increasing the weights can benefit your whole body, including your arms.

Place the bench weights on the support, position your body on the bench, and lift the barbell up and down smoothly for 10-15 repetitions. As you feel your arms, shoulders, and upper back getting stronger, you can add a little more weight to the barbell.

When you are working with heavyweights, it’s recommended that you work with a partner who can spot you, meaning to place the barbell in the supports while you lie on the bench. To avoid serious injury, never lift any more weight than you are trained to do.

Final Thought: Chiseled Arms Come from a Solid Commitment to Change

This season, refuse to be a couch potato and get your body moving instead. Don’t be hindered if you can’t afford to join an expensive gym as there are things like yoga you can do at home. So use these tips and others to strengthen your body. And, you’ll have the chiseled arms and ripped biceps and triceps you have always wanted.

10 Behaviors That Reveal Emotional Abuse

April 21, 2020 by Power of Positivity

Emotional abuse harms its victims harshly. It can ruin one’s self-esteem, make one too frightened to leave a relationship, and stay disguised as innocent or loving behavior.

Luckily, as more and more information is becoming available regarding this form of abuse, people are becoming more educated on its signs.

Here are ten behaviors that reveal emotional abusers.

1. Putting You Down

It can be easy for emotional abusers to masquerade hurtful things under the disguise of trying to help you.

Belittling Interests

They call your interests annoying or childish. They may even try to convince you that there’s no point in pursuing your hobbies and passions.

Appearance-Based Insults

They may criticize you for being too fat or too thin or even laugh at your fashion choices.

Belittling Accomplishments

No matter what you do, it is never good enough. They may also claim your achievements for their own.

Trivializing Your Emotions

Your emotions and opinions are somehow never serious enough for consideration and care and are always brushed aside. You’re also told that you’re just overreacting, and it’s not as severe as you think.

General Dismissiveness

They ignore you when you try to tell them about something you’re excited about, or they act like they would be anywhere else but here.

2. Derogatory Personal Attacks

Today’s world derives so much money from tearing down positive self-esteem. Unfortunately, emotional abusers are no different.

Character Attacks

They attack you directly and make you think there’s something wrong with you as a person. They’ll say you’re always wrong, or that you never can be relied on, or worse.

Name Calling

“Stupid” and “useless” are prominent examples, but it can also be other horrible words.

Cruel Pet Names

They may call you by pet names that are very cruel or derogatory, especially in front of people who are listening.

Make Everything Out To Be A Joke

Abusers will say things about you that can be incredibly hurtful. But trying to object to this damaging behavior will have them excuse it as a joke, and accuse you of having no sense of humor.

3. Trying To Control You

Abusers think that once they can control you, they’ll have a more positive chance of you staying with them, ignorant of their real intentions.

Spying On You Digitally

They won’t respect your privacy, both online and in the real world. If they don’t already have your passwords, they may have spyware on your devices.

Keeping Track Of Your Location Constantly

They might sneak tracking devices into your vehicles and track location on your devices, and demand you instantly respond to all texts and calls from them no matter what.

Financial Control

Every single penny must be accounted for. They set things up, so you have to rely on them for any financial purchases.

Insisting On Receiving Respect

You can never be given for any of your faults, and you must defer to their authority. Good luck getting any respect in return, though.

Making Decisions For You

You don’t get a say in any decision, both big and small. They’ll cancel appointments and close bank accounts on your behalf, without your knowledge.

Commands

They’ll order you around, and expect instant obedience. Often, they’ll ignore your plans and bodily autonomy in the process as a result.

4. Isolating You is Emotional Abuse

The easiest way to control someone is to keep them away from any positive support systems that might protect and shelter you. It’s hard to maintain positive thinking when you feel alone.

Stepping In Between You And Family

They may lie to your family and say you can’t make it to family gatherings, or say you want to avoid them.

Preventing Your Socialization

If you try to go for an outing with friends or socialize in some way, they will find ways to prevent you from leaving their side.

Interrupting

They continuously try to demand your attention at every opportunity, interrupting any conversation you may be having at the time.

Building Co-Dependence

Codependency is a dangerous and toxic relationship and isn’t a positive one worth sticking around in. It forces you to conform your responses to your abuser’s behavior, to the point that you forget how to function without them.

Making Others Dislike You

They’ll lie to everyone they meet, convincing them to think the worst of you – preferably before they even meet you.

5. Neglect and Ignorance

Humans are social creatures. Needing affection and attention is hard-baked into our DNA – which means depriving us of such fundamental human rights can be incredibly harmful to our emotional health.

Withholding Affection

They’ll withhold intimate moments as a way to punish you, or even refuse to touch you.

Dehumanization

They won’t even give you the courtesy of making eye contact with you when talking to you or listening to you as if you aren’t worth that level of basic human decency.

Not Caring

You can cry, you can beg, you can scream in pain – it won’t make a difference. They refuse to do anything.

Openly Ignoring You

If they don’t outright tune you out, they’ll try to change the subject or gloss over when you try to talk to them about something important.

Closing Down Communication

Any conversation with them is always on their terms, no matter the medium. They might suddenly walk away in the middle of a conversation they don’t like, or ghost you entirely.

Accusing You Of Neediness

If you find yourself reaching out for help, they’ll make you feel as if you’re asking for too much. That you shouldn’t have to need help with such a tiny problem in the first place.

6. Changing The Narrative

Abusers will always try to rewrite the sequence of events and get you to doubt your thoughts, emotions, and even memory.

Gaslighting

Gaslighting is when someone denies an argument or event took place, calling your mind and sanity into question. In fact, gaslighting is a potent and toxic behavior that can derail your self-esteem and positive thinking.

Read to learn more about this type of emotional abuse.

Arguing About Your Feelings

Abusers will insist that your emotions are somehow invalid or not what you think it is, regardless of how you genuinely feel.

Denying Situations

Here’s an example of denial. Abusers may damage or steal your belongings, then claim innocence over the matter. This is just one example of how far emotional abuse can go!

Refusing To Admit To Abuse

When you try to bring up evidence of their abuse, they will vehemently deny it.

Claiming You’re The Abuser

They’ll try to flip the tables on you and accuse you of being the abuser. They’ll paint themselves as the victim, and you as the one with the control and anger issues.

7. Inability To Accept Responsibility

Most abusers refuse to accept responsibility for their actions – even if they somehow agree to go to counseling sessions. Instead, they’ll always try to push the blame onto someone else.

Trapping You

After getting to know what your triggers are, abusers will then take advantage of it to upset you. But if you retaliate in any way, then you’re somehow at fault.

Blame

If abusers are to be believed, you are somehow the reason they have the control and anger issues they have.

Making You Feel Like You Owe Them

They develop a sense of debt in you, so they can control you with guilt.

Pinning It All On You

Abusers often claim that it’s your responsibility to prevent their anger and control issues from acting up. Either you ought to have been faster, or work harder, or keep your head down – the reasons are endless.

8. Poor Emotional Control

Extreme emotions can be difficult to handle, especially if you have a condition that causes emotional dysregulation. However, abusers often use this as an excuse to inflict harm on you.

Jealousy

Abusers will often accuse you of acting flirtatiously towards other people or even cheating on them.

Shouting

Abusers will yell and scream at you – anything verbal that will scare you into obedience. They often will act violently and destroy belongings as well, though it may never lay their hands on you.

Sudden Outbursts

If you don’t comply with their demands or orders, you may find yourself on the receiving end of their furious, red-faced tirade.

Unpredictability

There’s no real rhyme or reason to their behavior. One moment they may make you feel like you’re on top of the world, the next they’re moody and reclusive, or they’ll suddenly explode and unleash hell on you.

9. Knowing How To Get To You

Abusers don’t show their true colors immediately. They’ll seem to be the most attentive, caring person in the world, and coax you to make them a confidant.

Knowing What Buttons To Push

Armed with emotionally intimate knowledge about you, abusers will use it to annoy, upset, or frustrate you whenever they please.

Threats

Abusers will make all sorts of threats, terrifying you into compliance as a result.

Acting Like You’re A Child

You are given no autonomy – your abuser will dictate what you can and cannot do, who you can befriend and who you cannot, and even what you’re allowed to eat.

10. Humiliation is Emotional Abuse

They’ll do anything to make sure you stay under their control – and belittling you is one of the most important tools they have in their toolbox.

Being Patronizing

They’ll often make you feel less intelligent than you really are by talking down on you, or dismiss subjects with the excuse that you wouldn’t understand it.

Jokes That Hit Hard

When in the company, they make jokes at your expense. It doesn’t matter if the jokes are based on facts or complete lies – they all serve to hurt you and make you appear foolish.

Sarcasm

Abusers will make all sorts of sarcastic remarks that are hurtful digs in disguise. They will later claim that they’re simply teasing you and that you’re taking things too seriously.

Public Humiliation

They’ll make a huge scene in public, doing their best to attract as big a crowd as possible so they can humiliate you in front of an audience.

Saying Everyone Hates You

They’ll twist your perception of reality, and make it seem as though the whole world wants nothing to do with you.

Walking Out

They may simply leave a situation or an argument. If this is a social event, it forces you to handle whatever problems they leave behind in their wake and cover for them. If it’s at home, it allows them to control the conversation on their own terms.

Final Thoughts On Some Behaviors That Reveal Emotional Abuse

Emotional abuse is covert. It can seem hidden or appear less serious than other forms of abuse. But abuse is not a competition, and all types of abuse are damaging to the victims. If you believe you may be in an emotionally abusive relationship, reach out for help at your local domestic violence help center or talk to trusted people who can help you.

Doctors Explain the Health Risks of 5G Technology

April 21, 2020 by Power of Positivity

Some doctors are warning the public about the possible health risks of 5G technology, but are their fears valid? This technology offers unprecedented communication speed and buying/selling options. Could this groundbreaking science carry unknown dangers to you and your family?

Remember when the days of communication consisted of a phone connected to a wall in your house? If you were traveling and needed to contact someone, you had to find a dime and a payphone. Today, you can use your 5G technology to call anyone or access the Internet on the go.

You probably depend on your cellphone more than you know. However, do you realize that doctors have debated whether the radio frequency radiation (RFR) it uses could harm your body? Will this revolutionary technology turn on us like the stolen fire of Prometheus?

Are you and your family using potentially hazardous phones, or are the concerns baseless? Some of the questions scientists and doctors ask about 5G technology and its validity.

What Is the 5th Generation of Mobile Technology?

Mobile communication technology was born in the late 1970s and is based on an analog system. It revolutionized the world of telecommunications and was dubbed 1G, or first generation. As communications advanced with the dawn of the Internet in the 80s, mobile technology switched to digital, and the world saw 2G or 2nd generation speeds.

In the 21st century, telecommunication developers introduced 3rd generation power and 4G in 2010. Nine years later, everyone was in a rush to try the newly released 5G technology. You probably have 5G with your mobile devices and eagerly await the 6th generation revelation.

Users worldwide depend on 5G mobile technology because of its high-speed, reliability, and ability to connect in a flash. It is the lifeline for global business, communication, and healthcare. When speed counts, 5G technology is the best to date.

How fast is 5G speed? Compared to 2G’s maximum speed of .2 megabytes per second, 5G can reach maximum speeds up to 10 gigabytes per second. The difference between the two is like comparing a snail to a race car.

5G Technology and Radiation

The components of mobile technology are quite complicated. Countless towers are set up worldwide to send and receive digital data at astronomical speeds. They connect to smaller towers, WIFI, and hotspots in businesses and homes.

None of this technology could be possible without radio waves, a part of the electromagnetic radiation spectrum. This radiation is an integral part of the universe and has been around us since the beginning.

Mostly, the radio waves that power mobile technology are benign. However, 5G requires more towers, antennas, and masts. Many medical experts are concerned that the increase in electromagnetic energy (EMFs) may be dangerous to us.

The Invisible Power of the Universe

Audiologists say that humans have a hearing range from 20 to 20,000 Hz, depending on the individual. Much higher and lower pitches go through your body every second that you can’t hear. When your dog is howling for no apparent reason, it is often because he hears sounds inaudible to you.

Did you know that you are bombarded by radioactive electromagnetic waves constantly? Your electronic devices receive these waves and transmit them to you in sounds and images. Could these dangerous waves be a silent hazard to your health?

How 5G Technology and Frequencies Can Affect You

Building on the work of his predecessors, Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity says that all matter is energy. This energy, he proved, can only be changed but never destroyed. Everything around you comes from energy, including your body.

High-frequency vibrations produce this energy. All things in the universe and every cell in the human body vibrates, although you are unaware of it. Universal vibrations can resonate or clash with each other.

Like a snowflake, everything has a unique vibration frequency. Depending on how the vibrations rate on the frequency spectrum, they can be beneficial or potentially harmful. Often, you don’t even realize it.

The speed which atomic particles vibrate determines their frequency, measured in hertz, or Hz. Faster particles produce higher frequencies, while lower ones vibrate slower. How these two works together depend if they are beneficial or hazardous to you.

The optimal frequency range for human safety

At optimal health, human cells have a frequency range between 62-75Hz. If your frequency gets lower than 62, it can resonate with low-frequency bacteria and viruses, causing sickness and disease. So, your well-being depends on frequency interaction.

Stress and environmental factors can lower your body’s frequency. Many health experts believe that overexposure to 5G power may also be detrimental. The imbalance of frequencies can be responsible for several health issues, they warn.

How to Keep Your Body at a High Frequency

Fortunately, there are things you can do to keep your frequency on the high end of the spectrum. Changes in your lifestyle can boost your energy field and make you less susceptible to disease.

Did you know that your thoughts and the things you say have energy? It’s little wonder that negativity causes your cell vibration to be sluggish, and you feel an energy slump. This negativity can affect the power around you, causing lower frequency and potential health issues.

1. Eliminate the Negatives

Boost your vibrations with positive thoughts. It may sound like a bunch of New Age myths, but it has scientific data behind it. There’s a reason we say we are feeling down or low. Our body recognizes these lower, disharmonic vibrations.

According to medical experts, stress is one of the top culprits for physical and mental disorders. It has a low vibration and brings your body in tune with it. While there is no such thing as a stress-free life, you can minimalize it with a higher-vibration mindset.

Do you notice how light and energetic you feel with a positive attitude? Being positive does not mean you are naïve. It means you choose to focus on positive elements in your world, thus raising your vibration frequency.

2. Improve Your Diet

Like everything else, food also has unique vibration frequencies. There is a reason that processed junk foods are bad for you. Their lower frequencies disrupt your cell frequency, which can cause weight gain and accompanying diseases.

Do you want to lose weight and feel better? Trade low-frequency junk food for whole, nutritious foods. Their atoms have a high vibration, bringing your body’s cell vibration where it needs to be. A healthy diet can boost your vibration and energize your whole body when it’s matched with regular physical activity.

3. Limit Your Exposure to High-Frequency 5G Technology

You probably wondered how you ever did without your mobile devices and the Internet. However, humans have survived for millennia and never had these recent inventions. Because of how our modern world is structured, it is nearly impossible not to use them in some form.

Think of how often your eyes are staring at a mobile device screen. Not only are you causing severe eye strain, but doctors warn that you could be over-exposed to potentially harmful radiation. These high-frequency electromagnetic energies are used and emitted by 5G power.

Scientific research demonstrates a correlation between certain cancers and other deadly diseases from this over-exposure. Since you keep your 5G cellphone and other mobile devices so close to your body regularly, you may be more at risk.

Other hazards:

Other potential hazards flagged by the medical community include proximity to cell phone towers and other transmitters. People who live close to these large towers often complain of unexplained illnesses and cancer. Some experts theorize that proximity to these powerful 5G emissions could be the culprit.

To be safe, consider limiting your time on your mobile devices. Consider setting technology-free times with your families, such as during meals or devoted family time. If you live near a cell phone tower, discuss it with your healthcare provider and stay current with your checkups.

Learn how to use your 5G mobile devices safely. Remember to keep your cell phone in your briefcase or purse. Limit how long you are on your devices, and don’t keep them close while you sleep.

While you can’t avoid 5G radiation entirely, purchasing an electromagnetic field home adapter can help. These EMF devices can be placed in your home or worn as an attractive piece of jewelry. They can do some to correct the hazardous radiation, but not all.

4. Spend Time Outdoors

Think of how energized you feel when you spend quality time outdoors with your family. Limited exposure to sunlight boosts your mood, helps your body produce Vitamin D, and kicks up your vibration energy.

Make your outdoor time as technology-free as possible and take in the beauty of your surroundings. You will have a good time with family and friends while reducing your exposure to 5G technology.

Final Thoughts: Use Sound Judgment Regarding 5G Technology

Before you panic, remember that other reputable studies downplay electromagnetic energy radiation’s potential hazards and health risks. Stay informed, talk to your doctor, and use common sense with your 5G mobile devices.

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