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Key Takeaways Abstract thinking helps us connect ideas and solve complex problems creatively.This type of thinking is valuable for making decisions, planning, and adapting in life.Abstract thinking develops as we grow and learn, starting in childhood. When you can connect ideas, see beyond the obvious, and imagine hypothetical scenarios, you’re using a skill known as abstract thinking. Also known as abstract reasoning, it involves the ability to understand and think about complex concepts that, while real, are not tied to concrete experiences, objects, people, or situations. Abstract thinking is considered a type of higher-order thinking. It involves ideas and principles…
Sweet tea is the quintessential southern beverage. And while many southerners have strong opinions about the best homemade version, few would turn down a gallon of Milo’s Original Famous Sweet Tea. It’s no-frills, yet there’s something about this signature brew that continues to win fans nearly 80 years later. (It’s got to be that real cane sugar.) For many folks, a jug of Milo’s is the anchor of the beverage table at family reunions, holiday gatherings, birthday parties, and more. Milo’s tea has become such a thing that it’s now its own company, separate from the Birmingham-based fast food chain.…
We’ve all been there: It’s 6 a.m. and the very last thing you want to do is get out of bed for that way-too-early HIIT class you already paid for. Or, if you’re a remote worker like me, you know you really should go on that jog you planned your entire day around…but also, what if you just didn’t? So. Tempting.It’s embarrassingly easy to put off that thing you know you should do—but why? As Janelle S. Peifer, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist and assistant professor at the University of Richmond told me, we humans like short-cuts and habits that…
1. Flu Vaccines Are Useless, Since They Don’t Fully Protect You From Getting the FluThe flu shot works by prompting the body to produce antibodies to protect against the contagious illness. While it’s true that the flu shot may not perfectly protect against contracting all forms of the flu, it’s nonetheless an important tool.Multiple strains of the influenza virus circulate each year, and each year those popular strains change. So vaccine developers base their formulas on their best predictions about the strains that will be dominant in the upcoming season.“When it’s a perfect match, the shot works extremely well,” explains…
Omega-3 fatty acids, creatine, magnesium and vitamin D support memory and brain function.Correcting low levels of these nutrients is more helpful than taking extra when levels are normal.Good sleep, balanced meals, moving your body and managing stress still matter more than any supplement. If you feel mentally drained by the end of the day—or notice it’s harder to focus, remember details or think clearly—you’re not alone. Between constant notifications, packed schedules and background noise that rarely shuts off, your brain may not be getting much real downtime. Even activities meant to help you relax, like scrolling or streaming, can keep…
Who’s ready for the Big Game this weekend? I know I am, but honestly, I’m more excited to dance it out to one of my all-time favorite artists during the halftime show. Fresh off a historic Grammy win for Album of the Year—the first Latin artist to take home the honor—the Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny is set to light up the halftime stage with his unbeatable rhythm. And the video teasers promise a full-on dance party. As someone with Puerto Rican heritage on my dad’s side, this is a proud moment not only for my family but also for…
Higher blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids are associated with a significantly lower risk of developing early-onset dementia, according to a large-scale analysis of more than 217,000 adults from the UK Biobank. The study was published in the journal Clinical Nutrition. The study followed adults aged 40-64 for an average of 8.3 years and identified 325 cases of early-onset dementia, defined as diagnosis before age 65. Researchers found that individuals with higher plasma omega-3 levels had substantially reduced risk of developing early-onset dementia compared with those who had the lowest levels. Participants in the highest omega-3 quintiles experienced a 35-40…
February may be the shortest month of the year but it’s a great excuse to linger over food and drink that feels a little indulgent. This month, the Good Food team has rounded up a new selection of standout buys to try that deliver on flavour, quality and feel-good appeal. From a beautifully balanced olive oil to luxurious chocolates worth savouring (ideal for Valentine’s Day), plus sophisticated non-alcoholic drinks for easy evenings in, these are the products that impressed us most. Whether you’re looking for clever kitchen shortcuts, gifting (yourself or others) or simply upgrading your everyday staples, consider this…
Does everything feel like too much these days? Get When Life Sucks: 21 Days of Laughs and Light for free when you join the Tiny Buddha list. “The wound is where the light enters you.” ~Rumi “I can’t do anything right. There’s something wrong with me.” My daughter said these words quietly, almost as if she didn’t want me to hear them. But I did. And the moment I did, something in my chest cracked open. I knew that feeling. I’d carried it my entire childhood. We were in the kitchen; I sat on the floor and pulled her next…
Key Takeaways In dysfunctional families, parents may prioritize their own emotional needs over their children’s.Children in high-conflict families feel scared, ashamed, and lonely, which may lead to mental health issues as adults.Parents struggling with addiction may not be able to provide a stable and caring environment for their children. The source of dysfunction in any particular family may vary, but the common thread is that the children who belong to these families suffer. Deprived of parents who nourish their emotional needs, provide stability, and acknowledge problems, the children struggle to grow into secure adults with high self-esteem and healthy coping…