Sunday, January 11

HEALTH

Capricorn 2026 Advice
SELF-CARE, TOP FOUR

Capricorn 2026 Advice

It's not selfish to put a need for solitude higher up your priority list. Mercury leaves your sign briefly, turning it's focus on your need for time and space to explore your own psyche. Until January 13, when Mercury returns to Capricorn, you have a chance to assess where deep healing is needed. Just make sure you don't distance yourself too much or frequently from those who love you and want to help. Every product is selected by editors. Things you buy through our links may earn "IRL" a commission.
Capricorn Lets Explore The Wonders Of Your Christmas Horoscope
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Capricorn Lets Explore The Wonders Of Your Christmas Horoscope

The Moon and Mars intensify your inner needs and desire for security with take-no-prisoners energy. So, maybe it's time to spill 'those' beans! Whether the antics of one of your clan ruffle your feathers or you struggle to suppress a secret crush, let your thoughts and feelings emerge. No more bottling up emotions, Capricorn! A heart-to-heart is needed, and the universe has your back with one now. If skeletons rattling in your closet have become annoying, spill some beans and let those skeletons out! The Sun and Moon help you see what daunts you in a more manageable light. Don't convince yourself retribution awaits for opening up – you could have hidden gems that someone will be happy to hear. So, free yourself, Capricorn. The universe applauds your honesty! It's not selfish to put a n...
True History Of Tarot  – Are You Sure You Want To Know
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True History Of Tarot – Are You Sure You Want To Know

Ten Things You Didn't Want to Know About Tarot Do you like Tarot because of its aura of mystery, for its esoteric history, or because of its magical qualities? If you think Tarot is special because of one of those reasons then you are not going like what I have to say in this article. I'm going to be looking at the true history of Tarot, and my research on this has brought me to conclusions which are different to what most of you will have read online, and they are perhaps different to what you want to believe are the facts behind Tarot. I have enjoyed using Tarot cards for over 25 years, and I love Tarot symbology and Tarot divination, but I do not like it when unenlightened people create a fictitious romantic/mystical history for these cards. I've put together the top ten pieces ...
Free Apps To Ease Anxiety
MENTAL HEALTH

Free Apps To Ease Anxiety

Anxiety apps offer both supplemental support for individuals undergoing professional therapy as well as self-help aid While a doctor, psychologist or mental health practitioner is the best resource for major issues, anxiety apps offer both supplemental support for individuals undergoing professional therapy as well as self-help aid for anyone desiring to lessen anxious thoughts, actions and habits. Mental Health America stressed that there are several apps available, but recommends these: ‒ ReachOutBreathe (free; iOS only): Manages anxiety via controlled breathing exercises. ‒ Self-Help for Anxiety Management (free for iOS and Android): Provides users with a symptom tracker, educational articles, relaxation techniques, coping skills and advice for managing anxiety. Plus, Social Cloud i...
Foods That Help Your Gut
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Foods That Help Your Gut

  Bloating, bad breath, skin irritation, sleeplessness and fatigue, and diarrhea are all symptoms of an unhealthy gut, caused primarily by bacteria in the intestinal tract. However, there are ways to obtain a healthier gut. Drew Hemler, a registered dietician based in Buffalo, New York, explained gut bacteria as “the ‘gut flora’ or the microbiome of our gastrointestinal (GI) tract.” Healthline.com last July informed further, “A person has about 300 to 500 different species of bacteria in their digestive tract. While some microorganisms are harmful to our health, many are incredibly beneficial and even necessary to a healthy body.” Yet, inflammatory foods, poor eating habits and lifestyle choices, and infections can result in an unhealthy gut. Hemler’s suggestions on ways t...
What Really Works To Prevent Snoring?
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What Really Works To Prevent Snoring?

Whether the sound emitting from the snorer is what NSF describes as a “light rustle” or a “buzz saw,” it can wreak havoc on a bed partner’s ability to enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep. People snore for a number of reasons. The National Sleep Foundation points to primary causes as aging, nose and throat conditions, sleeping style, alcohol consumption and weight. NSF estimates 37 million Americans are frequent snorers, “with men and those who are overweight responsible for the bulk of it.” Whether the sound emitting from the snorer is what NSF describes as a “light rustle” or a “buzz saw,” it can wreak havoc on a bed partner’s ability to enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep. Nymag.com recommended in November a few over-the-counter sleep aids for snorers to try, including: - Nasal strips, which...
Dealing With Job Burnout, Before It Becomes A Problem
MENTAL HEALTH

Dealing With Job Burnout, Before It Becomes A Problem

The average workday for full-time employed Americans has exceeded the standard eight hours, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics research. And individuals holding down multiple jobs are working close to nine hours a day, typically. Fatigue and stress combine to result in burnout. While long work hours contribute, says Inc magazine, excess repetition, insufficient compensation, little room for upward mobility and no camaraderie with peers are also factors. The experience negatively affects not only job performance but health and relationships. Inc’s tips for thwarting burnout are: 1. Use vacation days. Around 40 percent of vacation days are wasted for a number of reasons; primarily, workers feel that they cannot “afford” time off due to the high demands of their jobs. 2. Ch...
Pumpkin Seeds And Their Health Benefits
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Pumpkin Seeds And Their Health Benefits

Pumpkins were one of the foods the Spanish and Portuguese explorers of the 15th century discovered in the Americas, which they transported back to Europe. The pumpkin fared better than the tomato and potato as regards the suspicions of the Europeans and it was widely cultivated. Most people are unaware of the health benefits of pumpkin seeds and generally remove them and throw them away. However they can be used in soups and sauces as well as a healthy snack. You can roast them yourself after drying them with or without salt and in their shells. Some pumpkin seeds are not surrounded by a husk but mostly you have to take off the ivory-coloured outer husk to get at the dark-green seed inside. In Greece people eat these as snacks and they are called passé tempo. They contain monounsaturate...
Build Your Self-Esteem Top 3 Ways
MENTAL HEALTH

Build Your Self-Esteem Top 3 Ways

When you are trying to achieve self-mastery, you have to build up your self-esteem. Why? This is because many of the problems you will face will be the result of low self-esteem. These could include alcohol and drug use, poor job performance, poor communication, domestic violence, fighting, depression, and even suicide can be the result of low self-esteem. A person with high self-esteem will enjoy life more and have more consistent success than a person with low self-esteem. Here are 3 top ways to build up your self-esteem. The First Way focus on your strengths rather than on your weaknesses. This will help you bask in the glory of being good at something. Whether your strength is communication, getting things done, health protection, physical activity, ambition or greater self-know...
Is It Something That Runs In The Family
SELF-CARE

Is It Something That Runs In The Family

Family matters: Why genetic cancer testing is important (BPT) - When someone in your family is diagnosed with cancer, it can raise questions. Is it a coincidence, or is there something that runs in the family that makes others more likely to get it too? For Jodi, whose mother was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 51, and whose maternal grandfather was diagnosed with the same disease at 55, those questions were top of mind from a young age. Her family history instilled a fear of the unknown — was she at elevated risk too? For women like Jodi who have a family history of cancer, the possibility of what genetic testing might reveal can be scary, yet having answers can be empowering. "You know, I had always been very afraid of cancer because of my family history," Jodi shared. "And not ju...