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Every fast food restaurant has its thing: Chick-fil-A has nuggets, Taco Bell has Tex-Mex comfort food, and In-N-Out has burgers. While Wendy’s has the Baconator, Biggie Bags, and buckets of chili, the star of the chain’s menu is, arguably, the Frosty. This not-quite soft serve, not-quite milkshake treat is a menu staple for the brand. But, beyond the classic Chocolate and Vanilla, Wendy’s has dropped plenty of impressive seasonal Frosty flavors over the years—including Orange Dreamsicle, Strawberry, and Pop-Tarts. Now, the chain is gearing up to bring back one of its all-star Wendy’s Frosty flavors—but only for a limited time.…
With all of the distractions and chaos of modern life, it’s easy for your train of thought to derail or forget your grocery list as soon as you enter the store. To be honest, my memory just isn’t as sharp as it was when I was regularly studying vocab flashcards in high school. And sometimes, when I walk into the kitchen, I forget why I was going in there in the first place (btw, the doorway effect1 is real).
Key Takeaways A Freudian slip is a mistake in speech or memory that reveals thoughts or feelings from the unconscious mind.Sigmund Freud believed that these slips show hidden desires or unresolved conflicts.Some types of Freudian slips happen when suppressed memories or thoughts come to the surface. Have you ever accidentally called your partner by an ex’s name or made a comment that inadvertently revealed something you were trying to keep under wraps? These little verbal slip-ups might seem like simple mistakes, but according to psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud, these Freudian slips might reveal a lot more than we realize. In simple…
5. Be Thoughtful About Social MediaSocial media can be a blessing or a curse — it all depends on how you use it. If you find yourself stressed after scrolling through Instagram, comparing yourself to all the other people you see, consider taking a social media “vacation.”Research suggests that self-esteem and body image are both negatively impacted by social media, in part due to making such comparisons, and that taking a weeklong break leads to better mental health, generally speaking. One small study found that young women who took a seven-day break saw positive effects on both self-esteem and body image.[18]If,…
Key Takeaways Existentialism is a philosophy that focuses on our freedom to find meaning and take responsibility for our actions.Existential therapy helps people cope with anxiety and make authentic choices by focusing on personal responsibility and freedom.Existential therapists believe that anxiety comes from uncertainty about the changing meaning of life and existence in the world. Existentialism is a philosophy of human nature focused on our free will to determine the course of our lives. It emphasizes individual responsibility to create meaning rather than relying on a higher power or religion to determine what is important, valuable, or morally right. Existentialists…
Anthropologie’s display-worthy homeware and clothing never fail to catch my eye. The prices often stop me in my tracks, especially in this economy. Sure, I can peruse the sale section, but more often than not, it isn’t filled with pieces that excite me. That is, until today. In my quest to find spring pieces for my kitchen—and cozy clothes for the in-between weather—I discovered some serious hidden gems marked down by up to 80%. Shop the cutest cocktail charms, a cozy pair of Daily Practice Side-Stripe Sweatpants and a showstopping Century Marble Platter starting at $8 while they’re still in…
If you’re the kind of person who only uses Safari to download Chrome, you need to think again. For a Mac user, Safari might be the best browser there is (yes, even better than Chrome). It’s fast, secure, doesn’t buckle under most loads, sips RAM instead of munching through it, and it’ll help your battery last longer as well. And yes, there are even extensions and ad blockers that work natively in Safari. It’s time to take another look at Safari, and use all its hidden features and smarts to make your browsing better. Blast away ads and other distracting…
Neiman Marcus has been synonymous with over-the-top luxury since its opening in Dallas, Texas, in 1907. Throughout the years, the department store’s high-end fashion has drawn the likes of Coco Chanel, Gloria Vanderbilt, Howard Hughes, and Anna Wintour. While the couture there might be a little too rich for the average budget, the brand’s cheesy dip (yes, the store has several namesake recipes) is rich in taste only. It won’t break the bank—but it will have you (and your guests) coming back for more. What Is Neiman Marcus Dip? Also known as Million Dollar Dip, Neiman Marcus Dip is a…
We all experience negative thoughts sometimes, but when we spend *too* much time dwelling on them, it can create distress and even contribute to mental health problems. Rumination involves repetitive and passive thoughts focused on the causes and effects of a person’s distress. The problem is that these negative thoughts don’t lead to solutions. We often slip into this type of thinking when we’re faced with a problem we want to solve. They tend to creep in when we’re stressed or dealing with something overwhelming. Instead of inspiring us to engage in active coping mechanisms or problem-solving strategies to relieve…
Some drinks have lots of added sugar. A balanced smoothie might help blood sugar. Adding fiber, protein, and healthy fats is key to making a smoothie that’s good for blood sugar. Try water, unsweetened coffee, green tea, or herbal tea for other blood-sugar friendly drinks. Eating a balanced breakfast each morning can have a big impact on your blood sugar levels, and what you sip on is important, too. Many people don’t realize that their favorite flavored coffee drinks and juices are loaded with added sugars that can cause blood sugar to spike. But more intentional drink choices—such as a well-balanced smoothie…