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The 3 Most Important Gifts You Can Give This Year

December 24, 2016 by Power of Positivity

We would like to take this opportunity show our humble gratitude to you, our loyal readers, for the the kindness, compassion, and love you have shown us throughout this entire journey together. We thank you for sharing our articles and other posts on social media so that other people can read and enjoy them.

We wish you a very merry festive period, surrounded by all the wonderful things that this time of year brings with all the people you love. We hope that you receive all the gifts that you have wished for throughout the year.

You have already given us many gifts this this year, and we would like to give you three gifts in return. If you would like to return or re-gift them, we will not be upset at all. On the contrary, we will be delighted (and there’s no receipt needed)!

The Most Important Gifts You Can Give This Year Are…

Kindness – “Kindness is more than deeds. It is an attitude, an expression, a look, a touch. It is anything that lifts another person.” – Plato

“Charis” or ????? is the Greek word for “kindness”. In Ancient Greece, the greatest act of charis was “xenia” or ?????, their concept of hospitality. According to the Wikipedia page dedicated to it, there were two basic rules of xenia: the respect afforded by the host to the guest; and vice versa. The host was to “provide him/her with food, drink, bath, and gifts when they leave.” The guest was to “be courteous to the host and not be a burden. The guest should also provide a gift if they have one.”

Jumping forward millennia, let us take a look into why you should give the gift of being charitable or kind. David R. Hamilton Ph.D. of the Huffington Post has the inside scoop:

1. Kindness makes us happier.

2. Kindness gives us healthier hearts.

3. Kindness slows aging.

4. Kindness makes for better relationships.

5. Kindness is contagious.

Compassion – Here is the Cambridge Dictionary definition of the word: “a strong feeling of sympathy and sadness for the suffering or bad luck of others and a wish to help them”.

You may have seen someone who is in a rut and going through some tough times. You listen to their story and it moves you, and you get into the groove of helping. Again, we delve into why you should give this gift, so we let Emma M. Seppälä Ph.D. of Pyschology Today take it away:

1. Compassion makes you happy.

2. Compassion makes you wise.

3. Compassion makes you attractive.

4. Compassion gives you time and money.

5. Compassion boosts your health.

6. Compassion uplifts and spreads.

7. Compassion is 100% natural.

Love – “Keep love in your heart. A life without it is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead.” – Oscar Wilde

No need for boffin analysis here. It is what these holidays are all about. With love coming in all shapes and sizes, being together with your loved ones at this time is the most rewarding thing you can do for all concerned. However, love is for everyone every day so we need to nurture this behaviour and carry it into the new year and beyond.

In summary, give to yourself and others this festive period by giving these three powerful gifts. You are like a candle, for when you give your light to another person, they receive light also. Therefore, you give and receive at the same time, giving light to another and receiving joy within your soul. Happy holidays at all!

Bibliography:
Unknown author. Xenia (Greek), Wikipedia
Hamilton D R (Ph.D.), 5 Beneficial Side Effects of Kindness, Huffington Post
Seppälä E M (Ph.D.), The Best Kept Secret to Happiness & Health: Compassion, Psychology Today

10 Important Signs Your Body Is Asking For Help

December 23, 2016 by Power of Positivity

When we think of intelligence, the human brain comes to mind – and rightfully so. However, it this sells the rest of our body short, in a way. The fact is that our bodies are also brilliant.

One way such intelligence manifests is how the body responds to internal stimuli. Despite of the millions of processes taking place within the body at any given time, we have an inherent ability to ‘feel’ when something is wrong.

The important question to ask, then, is how well do we pay attention to such feelings. The simple answer is that some are very attuned to bodily signals, while others are borderline neglectful.

As a result, one can confidently postulate that human health has become much more complicated, expensive, and intrusive because of our unwillingness or inability to understand the body’s attempt to communicate.

This leads us to the topic of today’s article: signals the body sends that may indicate a need for help; whether this help means medical intervention, dietary changes, or a need to re-evaluate one’s way of life.

Why is this important? Well, for many reasons, but preventing illness or disease may be among the most crucial. We must pay due attention to what, how, and when our body is communicating to us to successfully deter, and hopefully prevent, health conditions that threaten our existence.

“The human body and mind are tremendous forces that are continually amazing scientists and society. Therefore, we have no choice but to keep an open mind as to what the human being can achieve.” – Evelyn Glennie

10 Important Signs Your Body Is Asking For Help

Without further ado, we present 10 signs that your body may be signaling for help. Unsurprisingly, many of these signs revolve around dietary habits, as will be explained below.

1. Persistent dry skin

Dry skin is often uncomfortable and annoying. Our largest organ, the skin, will crack, itch, and scale if we are not consuming enough vitamins – particularly, Vitamin E – in our daily meals. Try adding more fish, nuts, and healthy oils to your diet to alleviate some of these symptoms.

2. Brittleness of the hair and/or nails

Like dry skin, brittle hair or nails usually indicate a nutrient or vitamin deficiency. Low calcium and/or vitamin B levels can cause these areas to crack, dry, and scale. The solution is to include one or more of the following: whole-grain bread, whole grains, milk, legumes, or potatoes.

3. Increased desire or consumption of sodium or salty foods can mean your body lacks minerals

Most minerals have a salty composition. So when the body craves salt-laden foods (e.g. potato chips, peanuts, dry meat, etc.), it is often an indication that additional mineral supplementation is needed. Also, craving salty foods may be a sign that there is inflammation or an infection somewhere in the body.

4. Increased desire or consumption of sugary foods

Similar to other cravings on this list, the impulse to eat more sugar generally indicates a lack of proper dieting. This aside, there are plenty of ways to counteract these cravings: drink lots of water, eat fresh and leafy greens, and/or eat more healthily and frequently.

5. Increased desire or consumption of raw foods can meed a problem in your body

Raw foods (e.g. sushi, sashimi, cheese) may indicate some imbalance within the gastrointestinal or digestive system. The reason: raw foods are effective in alleviating uncomfortable conditions such as gastroenteritis or cramping. Supplement these foods with fresh and leafy vegetables, and fruits.

6. Increased desire or consumption of seafood

Here, the problem can be two-fold; either there is a lack of nutrients or minerals (most likely protein) or some iodine deficiency. Seafood – in many forms – is a healthy dietary choice. However, be sure to include fresh cuts of meat or poultry, or some sort of substitute for vegans/vegetarians, to ward off such cravings and balance your diet.

7. Psoriasis can signal a problem with the body

Similar to other manifestations of dry skin, the presence of scaling or psoriasis on the arms or elbows is indicative of insufficient vitamins and/or minerals. Vitamins A and C are common culprits. This in mind, try to include foods such as apricots, carrots, or oranges.

8. Cramping, Poor Sleep or Insomnia

Of all symptoms, these three are often the most troublesome. Magnesium – a known inhibitor of neuronal activity, and potassium – an important nutrient for brain, heart, and muscle health, can alleviate many of these ailments.

Foods such as green and leafy vegetables, almonds, nuts, apricots, plums, bananas, and many others, can help suppress or eliminate such physical and psychological symptoms.

9. Bleeding from the mouth or gums

Bleeding of the mouth or gums often occurs because of a lack of vitamin C. However, ensuring the proper practice of oral care is essential as well. Vitamin C can be found in many sources: fruits (especially oranges), veggies, and garlic.

10. An increased desire for sour foods or beverages

Hormonal changes in the body (e.g. in pregnant women) can result in desiring more sour foods or drinks. Additionally, the ingredients contained in sour foods stimulate the liver and gall bladder – potentially indicating a problem with one or both.

Healthy sour sources include cranberries (or cranberry juice), lemons or limes.

References:
Kapner, M., DDS, Zieve, D., MD, MHA, & Ogilvie, I., PhD (Eds.). (2016, February 22). Bleeding gums: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia. Retrieved December 04, 2016, from https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003062.htm
What does craving sour foods mean? (n.d.). Retrieved December 04, 2016, from https://www.reference.com/health/craving-sour-foods-mean-16438b31e1e89e8d

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5 Things To Never Do Before You Go To Sleep

December 23, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Sleep is increasingly recognized as important to public health, with sleep insufficiency linked to motor vehicle crashes, industrial disasters, and medical and other occupational errors. An estimated 50-70 million US adults have (a) sleep or wakefulness disorder. – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Obesity. Smoking. Sleeping. What do these three things have in common? Each is considered a public concern or epidemic by the nation’s leading public health organizations.

To be more specific, the correct term for this sleep epidemic is sleep deprivation or sleep deficiency…and many of us have this problem. The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) reported in 2014: “Forty-five percent of Americans say that poor or insufficient sleep affected their daily activities at least once in the past seven days.”

Unfortunately, it’s getting worse. In February of 2016, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that 1 in 3 adults do not get enough sleep on a regular basis. Sleep deficiency/deprivation has serious consequences – both for the individual, and for society.

Most importantly, lack of rest can seriously affect our health. According to the CDC:

“Persons experiencing sleep insufficiency are also more likely to suffer from chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, depression, and obesity, as well as from cancer, increased mortality, and reduced quality of life and productivity.”

Despite a prolific amount of scientific research, there are still plenty of people who think that lack of sleep is no big deal. Part of this can be attributed to the fact that information pertaining to sleep’s effects on our health is not widely disseminated. When’s the last time a commercial or public announcement was made about the importance of sleep?

This said, one of the main reasons for America’s insomnia problem is our propensity for engaging in bad habits prior to going to bed

We discuss 5 such habits in this article. Each of the 5 has been researched – and subsequently proven – to adversely affect both the quality and duration of sleep.

Without further ado, here are 5 things to never do before you sleep:

1. “Binge watch” TV

How many of us have TVs in the same room where we sleep? (Me too).

We work hard, are time-constrained, and want to find a way to actually enjoy ourselves for a bit. “What better time than to watch some Netflix than bedtime?,” we think. And about two-thirds of us watch TV an hour before bed time.

The problem with watching TV is that it (literally) stimulates the brain. W. Christopher Winter, MD and sleep specialist explains: “The bright light of TV stimulates the brain, which can affect the secretion of melatonin, a hormone necessary for quality sleep.”

Do this: As tempting as it may be, shut the TV off at least an hour before bedtime.

2. Update Facebook/Instagram/Snapchat/anything

Our desire to constantly interact with our social networks is seemingly insatiable. It’s so, so easy to just reach for our smartphone and check email, texts, Facebook, or just browse the web.

Similar to watching the tube prior to bedtime, smartphones also stimulate the brain. The blue light produced by many electronic devices interrupts the body’s natural sleep/wake clock – also known as circadian rhythm.

But unlike that TV remote we always lose, our phones are usually within an arm’s reach. Life is so hard these days, sheesh…

Do this: A part of us may die inside, but the solution here is to bid the phone “night-night” and stash it.

3. Munch on fatty/spicy/sweet foods

Two reasons not to do this: (1) sweets like cookies, cupcakes, juice, etc. can bring “unwanted guests” like ants and flies and (2) they keep us awake. Which one is worse? Heck, they’re both worse.

Foods that are spicy or laden fat can trigger our stomach to respond with lovely acid reflux. Of course, our innards don’t take a particular liking to stomach acid entering the esophagus when trying to sleep.

Do this: Try to eat no later than two hours before bedtime to allow for proper digestion. Limit the aforementioned foods during this time.

4. Drink or eat anything with caffeine

Come on, folks. We all know better than this.

But in our defense, it’s not always simple as abstaining from coffee or soda pop.

Some ‘decaffeinated’ coffee can actually contain up to 20 milligrams of caffeine. While this may be 4-6 times less caffeine than in a regular cup of joe, it can still keep you awake. Caffeine can actually stay in the body for as long as 12 hours.

What about chocolate? Well, aside from the discussion about eating sweets before bedtime, certain types of chocolate contain caffeine. 100 grams of dark chocolate, for example, contains over 40 grams of the stuff.

Do this: By all means enjoy coffee and chocolate, but do so during the day.

5. Not having a bedtime routine.

Look, we all want to accomplish what we can, when we can. It can be tempting to “get a head start” on the day ahead; but it isn’t a good idea to do anything that requires significant brainpower before nodding off – and any activity too stimulating makes it difficult for the brain to do just that.

The brain needs a period of time to unwind and prepare for sleep.

Do this: Take at least 30 minutes and do something relaxing to invite a good night’s sleep.

Sources:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2016, February 16). 1 in 3 adults don’t get enough sleep. Retrieved December 14, 2016, from https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2016/p0215-enough-sleep.html
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7 Reasons Why A Taurus Is The Strongest Lover In The Zodiac

December 23, 2016 by Power of Positivity

If you’ve ever had the pleasure of dating a Taurus, you know firsthand just how loving, loyal, and hard-working they can be. Taurus’ have many traits that make them great partners, but they don’t just throw their love around to whoever knocks on their door. This zodiac sign enjoys deep, committed, passionate relationships, not just one-night stands or casual flings. Perhaps this desire for a real relationship makes them the best lover in the zodiac because they won’t settle for anything less than a love worth fighting for.

If you’ve dated a Taurus or are currently in a relationship with one, read on to find out just what makes this sign such an amazing partner.

7 Reasons Why A Taurus Is The Strongest Lover In The Zodiac

1. They are intensely loyal.

You won’t find a sign more devoted or dedicated to your relationship than a Taurus. When they find someone that truly makes their heart happy, they wouldn’t want to sacrifice that for anything in the world. A Taurus will stand by your side no matter what life throws at them or the relationship because they can’t imagine betraying someone they love. You won’t ever have to worry about your Taurus having eyes for another man or woman because they don’t believe in sabotaging a great relationship for a temporary lapse in judgment.

2. They have a lot hiding beneath the surface.

When you first talk to a Taurus, they won’t reveal much. Taurus has a very mysterious, distant aura about them, almost as if they won’t really give you the time of day. They don’t mean to seem rude, but they’ve been so used to getting hurt by others and people taking advantage of their kindness that they keep their guard up now. However, once you get to know them, you’ll see what beautiful treasures they’ve been hiding. Taurus has a lot to say and has a very genuine soul, but you just have to peel back the layers a little bit first and give him or her a reason to trust you.

3. They have a strong work ethic.

Taurus’ may seem like workaholics, but being dedicated to a purpose means this attitude carries over into other aspects of their lives, too. Taurus give their all to everything in life, whether that means jobs, relationships, friends, family, spirituality, or something else. They don’t believe in doing something if you only give half of yourself to the task. So they give 110% every time, no matter what. They work tirelessly on whatever they feel called to, including their relationships.

4. Taurus has a mean stubborn streak.

You might wonder how this makes them a strong lover, but hear us out. Being stubborn usually equates to being passionate about something. Think about a time when you stood up for yourself and didn’t listen to what others had to say about it. You probably didn’t want to budge on your beliefs because you knew deep down what you stood for and couldn’t stray from what your heart really wanted. This is Taurus 24/7 – a passionate, dedicated, stubborn person who will stand all alone if they have to in order to protect their own perspective and beliefs.

They have a tendency to see things from only their eyes. But this makes them strong people in general because they have a lot of faith in themselves.

5. They hate staying stagnant.

Taurus, more than almost any other sign, need constant growth in their lives in order to feel satisfied. They need goals, a sense of direction, and a purpose. They don’t wander aimlessly. Instead, they set their eyes on the prize and don’t stop until they’ve won it. They know the value of dedicated action and want to see you achieving your goals, too. In a relationship, a Taurus won’t ever give up on you or your dreams; they will encourage and support you to the finish.

6. Taurus is deeply romantic.

Even though Taurus’ seems simple and by-the-book most of the time, they also have a sweet, romantic side that the right person can easily bring out of them. A Taurus loves the nice things in life, and wants to treat you to some of those luxuries, too. Their generosity and sweethearts make them some of the strongest lovers in the zodiac because they only want the absolute best for you.

7. They enjoy deep conversations.

Taurus only keeps people around who they have real, meaningful relationships. They don’t believe in having hollow relationships with people, because what’s the point in keeping people around if you don’t have a true connection with them? In a relationship, Taurus love to dig deep and pour their heart and soul into a conversation, so if you want to get with a Taurus, be prepared to divulge your darkest secrets and deepest thoughts.

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This 8 Year Old Boy Was Starving In An Orphanage Last Year. Watch His Amazing Transformation

December 23, 2016 by Power of Positivity

After seeing a heartbreaking photo on Facebook of a starving seven-year-old orphan with special needs, Priscilla Morse flew all the way to Bulgaria to adopt him.

When she made it to the Bulgarian orphanage to sign all the adoption papers and finalize the process, Ryan weighed just seven pounds and had extra hair all over his body due to malnutrition. His skin looked ghostly and pale, and due to his condition, doctors didn’t have much hope for him.

However, in spite of all this, Priscilla and her husband felt called to adopt Ryan. They both felt confident that Ryan could improve with the proper love and care, and plus, they had both already adopted their seven-year-old daughter McKenzie in 2012 from an orphanage in Russia. She has Down syndrome and a congenital heart defect, but this didn’t stop her adoptive parents from trying to give her the life she deserves. They want the same for their new son, Ryan.

Already after just over a year with his new family in Tennessee, Ryan is showing dramatic improvements. He’s been steadily gaining weight, and currently weighs 23 pounds. He’s starting to babble like a baby and even moves a little bit on his own. He smiles now just like any healthy, happy 8-year-old boy should, and pictures of him taken this month show just how much he’s improved over the past year.

You’ll see in the photos below that, compared to a year ago, Ryan has gone through quite an astonishing transformation.

**WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGES **

After being adopted in November 2015. Ryan weighed 7 pounds.

Taken in November 2016. Ryan now weighs 23 pounds.

Mrs. Morse told DailyMail.com that she first learned about Ryan back in June 2014 on an adoption page on Facebook.

She and her husband David decided pretty quickly that they wanted to adopt Ryan.

So, toward the end of October 2015, Mrs. Morse flew halfway around the world to Bulgaria to finalize Ryan’s adoption. Due to his worsening health and the doctors’ predictions, Morse thought Ryan might die before she could even finish the paperwork.

‘The first meeting was pretty scary,’ Mrs Morse told Inside Edition. ‘He was bones and skin, he literally looked like a skeleton. The first thing that went through my head was, “he’s going to die.”‘

As soon as she brought Ryan to the U.S. in November 2015, she rushed him to Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital where doctors put Ryan on a feeding tube immediately.

‘I had never in my life seen doctors look at a child and burst into tears,’ she said. ‘They did call social services. They said, “I’m sorry, he’s probably going to die.”‘

Ryan spent his first two weeks in America in the hospital, where he was monitored and given the proper care for his condition. Then, he was released and readmitted shortly afterwards for an additional month.

Since coming to America, however, Ryan has gained a considerable amount of weight and shown other signs of improvement, such as losing the layer of hair that once covered him due to malnutrition. He’s also gained color in his lips and skin as his health has improved over the past year.

The Morses have even been able to enroll him in public school where he will continue to improve under the guidance of a special needs teacher.

Doctors have determined that Ryan has cerebral palsy, microcephaly, scoliosis, clubbed feet, and dwarfism, which explains his small size. Despite all of these problems, Ryan has made great progress, all because two people believed in him and literally saved his life.

‘His progress has been nothing short of a miracle in my opinion. The first time I saw him I couldn’t even formulate a sentence. I was convinced he would die before I got him home and now he is a happy, giggly, active boy,’ Mrs Morse told DailyMail.com.

Doctors say it may take years for Ryan to make a full recovery, and they still aren’t sure how much he will grow or how well he’ll be able to speak.

However, the Morses have a positive attitude and believe he will continue to improve.

Being adopted herself and having a special needs brother who died at nine years old, Mrs. Morse says she’s inspired to adopt special needs children because of how much her parents loved her brother.

Ryan posing for a photo with Mom and Dad.

‘I was pretty young when he passed away, [but] I remember how much my parents loved him in spite of all his special needs,’ she said. ‘I wanted to give that to a child that was given up because of his special needs. Everyone is deserving of a family.’

In addition to their adopted daughter McKenzie and son Ryan, they have two biological sons, seven-year-old Jack and 13-year-old Dylan.

Sources: All photo credit goes to Facebook.com/savingbabyryan

11 Things Men Do If They’re Falling In Love With You

December 22, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Guys can be as different as night and day. Guys like to think they are simple creatures, but they are just as complex and mysterious as women can be. Indeed, they might be at their most cryptic when falling in love.

Every man has had different experiences with women and deals with them in their own unique way. There are, however, similarities in how men express their love for women.

Here are 11 things men do when they are falling in love with you:

1. He Will Hold Your Purse When He’s Falling in Love

Regardless of what men do for a living or what their place in society is, they, in general, do not want to be perceived as weak, servile, or submissive. If they are holding your purse, they don’t care how others perceive them because they are full of another emotion that is pushing away all other worries or concerns.

2. Shop For Feminine Hygiene Products

If they are falling for you, then you could ask them anything and they will do it to earn your affection. They don’t care about appearing weak or uncomfortable. They only want you to be happy and if feeling uncomfortable for a few minutes in the grocery store is all it takes, then consider it done.

3. He Remembers the Little Things if He Is Falling In Love

When he really cares, he remembers how you take your coffee. He remembers your favorite restaurant, your favorite food, or your favorite TV show. He remembers your birthday. He remembers because you have become very important to him and will become a bit of a fanboy of your life.

4. He Brags About You

He constantly tells others how great and wonderful you are. He is proud to have you on his arm. He thinks that you are the best thing since sliced bread and will let everyone know it.

5. He Listens Carefully

When you are talking, he will listen very carefully to you because he wants your attention and everything about you is interesting to him. He is becoming a fan boy and will soak up everything there is to learn about your life and who you are.

6. He Teases You

Guys tease each other to show affection. If he teases you a little, he is showing you he cares. He is trying to start a fire by striking little sparks. He will also laugh it off when you tease him in return.

7. He Sacrifices for Your Happiness

He will drive two hours round trip to fix your printer for you before heading off to work. He doesn’t mind because you are important to him. Your happiness is becoming more important than his own comfort. He will go out of his way to make you happy, even if he sacrifices a bit of his own happiness to do it.

8. He Goes The Extra Mile if He Is Falling in Love

It isn’t enough to go out and get you dinner – he will drive across town to get dinner from your favorite restaurant. If he is falling for you, then he will go the extra mile to make even small things super special.

9. He Thinks You Are Beautiful When You Think You Aren’t

You know those mornings when you roll out of bed, shuffle to the kitchen and make a cup of coffee while scratching your forehead and sporting hair that looks like Medusa’s old wig? Yeah, he still thinks you are the most beautiful woman in the world even when you are absolutely convinced you look like a train-wreck. It doesn’t matter to him. He only sees the perfect you.

10. He Cares About Your Friends and Family

When he falls for you, then your tribe becomes his tribe. It is hard to explain, but people and things that are important to you become very important to him. He wants to protect you and knows that if your friends or family are hurting, then you will be hurting.

He will walk into hell and back to make sure that you do not get hurt, even obliquely through your family. He will make himself available to them, help them do chores or fix things, bring them dinner, drive them home or take care of them as if they were his family.

11. He Lets Himself Be Vulnerable

When he really loves you, he will let himself be weak in front of you because he trusts you implicitly not to take advantage of that vulnerability. Guys, in general, wear emotional armor all of the time and feel very uncomfortable taking it off. If he takes that emotional armor off and lets you inside, then he really is falling in love with you. Psychologists note that gentlemen often struggle with opening up to communicate. So when you crack open that shell, it’s a sign of true love.

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10 Important Signs Your Body Is Asking For Help

1. Persistent dry skin

2. Brittleness of the hair and/or nails

3. Increased desire or consumption of sodium or salty foods can mean your body lacks minerals

4. Increased desire or consumption of sugary foods

5. Increased desire or consumption of raw foods can meed a problem in your body

6. Increased desire or consumption of seafood

7. Psoriasis can signal a problem with the body

8. Cramping, Poor Sleep or Insomnia

9. Bleeding from the mouth or gums

10. An increased desire for sour foods or beverages

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Without further ado, here are 5 things to never do before you sleep:

1. “Binge watch” TV

2. Update Facebook/Instagram/Snapchat/anything

3. Munch on fatty/spicy/sweet foods

4. Drink or eat anything with caffeine

5. Not having a bedtime routine.

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7 Reasons Why A Taurus Is The Strongest Lover In The Zodiac

1. They are intensely loyal.

2. They have a lot hiding beneath the surface.

3. They have a strong work ethic.

4. Taurus has a mean stubborn streak.

5. They hate staying stagnant.

6. Taurus is deeply romantic.

7. They enjoy deep conversations.

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Here are 11 things men do when they are falling in love with you:

1. He Will Hold Your Purse When He’s Falling in Love

2. Shop For Feminine Hygiene Products

3. He Remembers the Little Things if He Is Falling In Love

4. He Brags About You

5. He Listens Carefully

6. He Teases You

7. He Sacrifices for Your Happiness

8. He Goes The Extra Mile if He Is Falling in Love

9. He Thinks You Are Beautiful When You Think You Aren’t

10. He Cares About Your Friends and Family

11. He Lets Himself Be Vulnerable

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Seppälä E M (Ph.D.), The Best Kept Secret to Happiness & Health: Compassion, Psychology Today

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