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Key Takeaways Rationalization is a defense mechanism that justifies actions to avoid feelings of shame and guilt.Freud suggested rationalization protects people from anxiety by allowing them to justify their actions.Rationalization can sometimes help cope with difficult situations but might hinder emotional growth. Do you ever find yourself thinking, “It wasn’t that important anyway?” after something you *really* wanted doesn’t work out? While it might seem like you’re just brushing off disappointment, there might actually be something else at work—a defense mechanism known as rationalization. Rationalization involves justifying behaviors, thoughts, or feelings using logical explanations. While such explanations *sound* reasonable, they…
Drinking fluids right when you wake up is key for healthy digestion. Tea made with warm water can help gently get things moving in your digestive system.Other drinks like plain water, coffee and smoothies all have benefits. Your body craves fluids after a night of sleep. What you choose to drink first in the morning can help set the tone for your day—especially when it comes to digestion and gut comfort. “Hydrating soon after you wake up can help your metabolism function more efficiently,” says Supriya Rao, MD, a quadruple-board-certified physician in internal medicine, gastroenterology, obesity medicine and lifestyle medicine. “Even…
Key Takeaways Homeostasis helps the body maintain a stable internal environment, including temperature and blood sugar.Your body uses feedback loops to keep itself in balance by responding to changes.Hormones help regulate blood sugar levels to maintain homeostasis. Balance plays an important role in well-being. In fact, it’s central to our very survival. Homeostasis is a process that allows the body to maintain a stable internal environment. While we often think of this in terms of the physical mechanisms involved, homeostasis also plays a vital part in maintaining mental health and wellness. If the brain and body systems that regulate mood,…
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Based on the (really rather excellent) comic book series from Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, Prime Video’s satirical superhero romp The Boys picks up the genre deconstructionist torch passed by Alan Moore’s Watchmen. The tone is less philosophical but even more cynical, suggesting that power doesn’t just corrupt—it makes people absolute dicks. It’s set in a world where people with superpowers work for a powerful multinational corporation, with plenty of money and a powerful PR machine behind them to clean up their messes and excesses, and keep them in the…
Most research focuses on practices similar to NSDR, including yoga nidra, meditation, and body scan (a mindfulness exercise that involves scanning the body for pain, stiffness, or other sensations). Because NSDR is a relatively new term that rarely appears in clinical research, findings from these related practices provide the best available evidence. “NSDR is more of an umbrella term, but yoga nidra and meditation studies are, more or less, the strongest quantitative evidence in the field,” says Fisher. Research on these techniques suggests NSDR may offer several benefits.May Reduce StressThe body’s built-in alarm system (the stress response) helps you respond…
It’s that time of year, when the world falls in love…with seasonal finds from Trader Joe’s. There are already countless holiday products hitting store shelves, including Sleigh Ride Cookies, Cranberry Pecan Muffins, and Gingerbread Ice Cream Sandwiches. At first glance, it seems a pretty full spread well worth a little extending of your monthly grocery budget. Of course, TJ’s isn’t the only store with a plethora of holiday goodies (looking at you, Costco holiday cookie platter), but it may be the most beloved. At least, it usually is–but one glaring omission from its seasonal supply has fans in an uproar,…
Giada De Laurentiis and her daughter Jade share their family’s favorite Baked Bolognese.It’s time-consuming, but the recipe can be made in advance.This comfort food is perfect for Christmas get-togethers and winter dinners. Christmas is just around the corner, and while you’ve been focusing on buying gifts or whipping up cookies, you may have put the dinner plans on the back burner. Before you start worrying, Giada De Laurentiis has a cozy Baked Bolognese recipe that will surely wow your family. This is a cheesy dish that is a delicious option for the holiday table—and it’s easy to make ahead of…
Elevate those classic vegetable sides with the addition of creamy, melty cheese. Veggies like sweet potatoes, brussels sprouts, cabbage and more meet savory parmesan, cheddar, feta or mozzarella to create a tasty side dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, these dishes come together in three steps or less, making them the perfect addition to your weeknight lineup. Try our five-star Cheesy Baked Tomatoes or our quick and easy Roasted Lemon-Feta Broccoli for a side that will be the star of the show. Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Parm Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser, Food…
Key Takeaways People form close relationships with those they see and interact with often.In Gestalt psychology, objects close together are seen as a group.Sitting near someone can make it more likely to become friends. We tend to form close relationships with people we see and interact with often, whether it’s classmates, coworkers, neighbors, or others that we encounter regularly in our everyday lives. The reason why this happens is referred to as the proximity principle in psychology. It describes the way relationships are formed between things close to one another. It explains why physical closeness—or even the perception of closeness—plays…
Dietitians say the Cottage Cheese-Berry Bowl is the best high-protein snack for better sleep. This high-protein snack contains tryptophan, no added sugars and is the perfect size. Limit screens, establish a bedtime routine and exercise regularly for better sleep. When it comes to choosing an evening or late-night snack, it’s ideal to reach for something that can support a good night’s sleep. Food and sleep are connected in so many ways, with some foods keeping us up and some foods helping us snooze. EatingWell’s Cottage Cheese-Berry Bowl is pretty close to the perfect sleepytime snack. It’s high in protein and contains other…