Tag: wellbeing
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Work Out to Feel Good, Not to Maximize the Scale: Rethinking Fitness with Esther McCarthy
Introduction: Rethinking Why We Exercise For many, workouts are a means to an end — a number on the scale, a tighter outfit, or a societal measure of discipline. But a growing stream of wellness voices advocates a gentler, more sustainable approach: move to feel good, to improve mood, energy, and overall health, not merely…
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Work Out to Feel Good About Yourself, Not to Control Others: A Fresh Fitness Mindset with Esther McCarthy
Rethinking Fitness: The Shift from Weight Loss to Well-Being When we talk about exercise, it’s easy to default to the weight loss narrative. But a growing perspective, echoed by fitness voices like Esther McCarthy, invites us to shift the focus: work out to feel good about yourself, not merely to shrink the number on the…
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Work Out to Feel Good, Not Just to Lose Weight: A Fresh Take on Fitness Motivation
Rethinking Fitness: Beyond the Scale For years, public conversations about exercise have orbited around weight loss and body image. The idea that sweat equals a slim silhouette is deeply ingrained in media, ads, and even well-meaning wellness advice. But a growing movement is inviting people to redefine why they move: to feel good about themselves,…
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Single Binge Drinking Session Can Weaken Gut Lining, Study Finds
New Insights on Alcohol and Gut Health A recent study sheds light on how even a single binge drinking session can impact the gut. Researchers examined the effects of consuming a typical binge amount—roughly four drinks for women or five for men within about two hours—and found measurable changes that suggest the gut lining becomes…
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Binge Drinking Harms Gut Health: One Session Can Damage
New evidence links a single binge drinking session to gut damage A recent study highlights a startling finding: even a single binge drinking episode—roughly four drinks for women or five for men within about two hours—can weaken the gut lining. While the health risks of chronic heavy drinking are well known, this research draws attention…
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Cat Burns Celebrates a New Life After Breast Reduction Surgery
Cat Burns Opens Up About a Personal Turning Point British singer Cat Burns has publicly celebrated a new chapter in her life following breast reduction surgery. The 25-year-old performer, known for her chart-topping hits and recent appearance as a Celebrity Traitors finalist, used her platform to discuss a decision that has long been a source…
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Grieving a Year That Didn’t Go Your Way: A Healing Guide
Acknowledging the Grief December is often a mirror of the year gone by. If you spent most of the year chasing goals that slipped away, you’re not alone in feeling a mix of disappointment, anger, and fatigue. Grieving a year that didn’t go your way isn’t about wallowing; it’s about honoring your effort and giving…
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UK Arts Groups Challenge the Tortured Artist Myth with Therapeutic Support
Challenging a Storied Stereotype From the operatic stage to television studios, performers often navigate intense demands—from grueling rehearsal schedules to the pressure of audience expectation. A growing coalition of UK arts groups is turning the narrative on its head, arguing that mental health support and professional care are essential tools for sustaining creativity. Rather than…
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UK Arts Groups Redefine Brilliance: Therapy Supports Performers and Dismantles the Tortured Artist Myth
Introduction: A new narrative for performers For decades, the idea that creativity thrives on private torment has shaped public expectations of artists. The so-called “tortured artist” archetype, from the brushstrokes of Vincent van Gogh to the stagecraft of Nina Simone, has long been celebrated as an engine of genius. In the United Kingdom, however, a…
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Midults Feeling Flat? A Practical Guide to Beating Post-Festive Blues
Feeling flat after the holidays isn’t a sign of personal failure Many people in the midlife stage describe a post-festive slump: a sense of tiredness, a lack of motivation, and a struggle to feel excited about the year ahead. If you’re reading this and thinking, “this isn’t just a bad week,” you’re not alone. Mood…