Languages are fascinating. They are more than just a means of communication; they’re used to heal, bring joy, express ideas and showcase emotion. Languages have allowed humans to reach great heights, brought people together, and build cultures. There are around 6,500 spoken languages in the world and every single of them is unique. Some go beyond words and are very difficult to learn. For example, the Xhosa language incorporates click consonants. There are also hundreds
Work and everyday stresses can take their toll on your body and mind. Excessive strain can lead to burnout, mental health problems, physical health problems like blood pressure, etc. Unfortunately, the modern lifestyle is very stressful with poor work-life balance. That’s one of the reasons why even big companies like Google encourage their employees to take daytime naps. You don’t have to spend too much time napping because just 90 minutes is enough to reboot
Stress and exhaustion can play havoc on the body as well as the mind. Unfortunately, people, today deal with this on a daily basis in their personal and professional lives. Most have demanding jobs that require intense focus for long hours of the day; others have to deal with family issues, raising children, or taking care of dependents, all of which can take their toll on their health and wellbeing. It is important to focus
The unfortunate fact is, we rarely stop to think what fast-paced lifestyles, sedentary jobs, unhealthy or erratic dietary habits, and lack of exercise does to our health and overall well-being. Our bodies have an inbuilt system for speed and stress; however, they also have a powerful hard-wired system for quiet and relaxation. Using the right system at the right time can help us move through life efficiently and faster, yet without burning out our physical
There is no right age to start thinking of how to keep your brain healthy. People who challenge their brains are likely to live a longer and more fulfilling life! There are different types of exercises that can boost our brain energy, but mental health exercises are often overlooked. Take some time each day to give your mind a mental workout! Things that benefit our brain are right in front of us, sometimes we don’t
