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Canadian Woman Thinks She May Be An Alien-Human Hybrid Due To Strange Events During Her Birth

The topic of alien visitations has long been associated with imagination, questionable sanity, or just a call for attention and fame. However, while it may seem like this to some, others are fiercely convinced and are in a constant search for evidence that can prove that aliens not only exist but have been visiting Earth since the dawn of humanity.

We won’t get too much into the topic of whether alien visitations are real or not. Instead, we’ll ask you a question: do you think human-alien hybrids exist?

According to UFO Researchers, hybrids are a result of an alien contact in which a woman is “impregnated.” They describe these people to possess a “highly compelling” gaze – “When they look at you, it feels as if they reach deep into your soul,” explains Earth Mystery News (EMN).

Hybrids are defined as people with high intuition, being able to undergo telepathic experiences, where they can easily tune into any person’s mind and read their thoughts. They often have out-of-body experiences, during which they see parts of the universe from where their alien origins are.

We suggest that you read this Canadian woman’s story about the circumstances of her birth in 1975 and why she believes that not only did aliens visit her family but that she is, in fact, half-alien herself.

In a video featured in Earth Mystery News (EMN), Lisa and UFO Researcher Luigi Vendittelli tell the strange story of how Lisa’s mother was visited by aliens and how Lisa’s birth was never planned (as nobody knew that she was inside her mother’s womb during her 9-month pregnancy).

Here’s how the main story goes. You can watch the full video below.

It all started when Lisa’s mother was 8 months pregnant. While she was resting in her bedroom, she suddenly got paralyzed as she started observing a grey object “come through the walls in the corner of the room,” after which two grey beings entered the room. As the report goes, she could understand their telepathic communication, where they were debating whether she was ‘ready’ or not.

After the short and intense visitation, the aliens left, and it wasn’t until her labor that she experienced a second very strange thing. During all her 9 months of pregnancy, her gynecologist told her that she carried only one baby (a boy). However, after giving birth to the boy, she suddenly started giving birth to another child.

That other child was Lisa. Her doctor was puzzled and claimed that it was impossible. Whether it was possible or not, Lisa came to the world with an O negative blood type, just like her mother, and she has always felt like she was from another place.

The story, however, doesn’t end here. During Lisa’s teenage years, her mother reported that she had another visit by an extra-terrestrial being. This time the being looked like a regular man, very tall, with red hair, wearing a doctor’s coat with the medical symbol with the snake.

This time, she wasn’t visited in her house, but she woke up in a place she didn’t know. She described the room as a “round, large room” where she could see “little, tiny vials all around the room, and it looked like a pharmacy.”

After asking the man what and where that place was and what the vials were for, the man answered that those vials were “all the medication that can cure humanity.” The conversation finished with the man telling her: “We’re never going to give it to you because you’re not supposed to be sick.”

Lisa says that she feels like she has a reason for being here, “a little different than other people, but I feel there are a lot of people like this.” She believes that she and other hybrids like her are here to help things change and that it’s a “very heavy burden to have.”

What do you think? Do human-alien hybrids exist? And if they do, could you recognize one?

Share your thoughts in the comments and don’t forget to share!

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10 Healthy Eating Tips For Busy Women

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Your health is one of the most important aspects of a happy, satisfying life, but if you’re trying to hold down a career, and perhaps take care of a family, it can be increasingly challenging to hold on to a healthy diet for extended periods of time. Today, we want to make this process a bit easier by talking about some easy tips that you can utilize to improve your diet, without sacrificing any more of your time.

1. Weekly Shopping

Let’s face it, if you want to eat healthy, you’re going to have to start buying and cooking your own food. The problem with cooking is that you need to have a constant supply of groceries, and getting groceries can be a time-consuming process – if you’re not smart about it, that is.  You can do online research ahead on food that starts with O and new recipes that you want to try out. Planning ahead and knowing what meals you’re going to be preparing the following week, and then buying all the necessary groceries in one big visit to the store is the best way to handle this, and then all that’s left is actually making the meals.

2. Meal Prep

Cooking is a time-consuming process, but only because of the time that it takes to prepare for it and clean up afterwards. By cooking multiple meals at the same time and putting them in the freezer for later, you only have to prepare and clean up once, instead of four or five times. Then, when it’s time for your next meal, you just have to defrost one of your existing meals, at any time during the week.

3. Increase Fruits and Vegetables

Experts recommend eating at least 5 servings of vegetables and 3 servings of fruit per day. Choose fruits and veggies that are currently in season – for example, broccoli, kohlrabi and cabbage are all winter veggies – as those will likely be fresher and cheaper.

4. Coffee in Moderation

Sometimes the best way to eat more healthy is to stop existing habits instead of trying to create new ones, and an unhealthy habit that a lot of people have is drinking too much coffee. Excess caffeine is bad for your liver and can contribute to dehydration, so make sure you don’t overdo it. A cup or two a day should be fine, but you probably don’t want to have more than that.

5. No Midnight Snacking

Our bodies are not that good at digesting food after a certain time in the evening, which is why experts recommend letting your stomach rest after 8PM. This promotes healthy bowels, and can actually help you lose weight since you aren’t bombarding your organism with calories during a time when it can’t really get the most out of them.

6. Brown Rice

Brown rice is a cheap, healthy and easy-to-prepare alternative to bread, and it’s so easy to cook up a weekly batch and have some anytime you need a “filler” food. It’s also much more nutritious than white rice because the hull of the grain that contains various vitamins and minerals is left intact instead of peeled away.

7. Increase Your Fiber

Fiber is a type of sugar that is actually indigestible to your body, but is nevertheless essential for maintaining proper bowel function and speeding up your metabolism. It’s easy to introduce fiber into your diet – just up your intake of fruit and vegetables. Starfruit and enoki mushrooms are a great source of fiber that not many people know about, as are all types of berries, nuts and even oatmeal.

8. Healthy Snacks

Instead of snacking on stuff like chips, just bring along some sliced carrots (raw) or an apple. Most of the time, when your brain craves snacks it is simply bored – which is completely normal – so it doesn’t actually matter what you’re snacking. Might as well be healthy!

9. Drink More Water

The brain isn’t always perfect at figuring out what it needs, so it can often mistake hunger for thirst, especially if you don’t usually drink a lot of water. The next time you feel like craving something unhealthy, try just drinking a tall glass of water – chances are that you’re just thirsty.

10. Stop Overeating

Finally, it’s important to emphasize that the best way you can improve your diet is probably just to stop overeating. This is a big problem for a lot of people these days, and a good rule of thumb is to simply stop when you’re about 70% full – or when you’re no longer hungry.

What Type Of Drunk You Are According To Your Zodiac Sign

Getting drunk has, let’s say, particular effects on the behavior. And in a crowd of drunk people, you’ll notice that everyone behaves somewhat differently from the rest.

There you’ll find people who suddenly won’t shut up or some who begin to dance like crazy, and perhaps even those who like to cry the alcohol out.Well, you can thank your zodiac for your drunken behavior.

Here’s what you are most likely to do when drunk according to your zodiac sign:

  1. ARIES – No Filter

 

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These challengers will never refuse a drinking game, and will, of course, try to win it. It will get them drunk, however, and when it does, they are quite entertaining to be around. When an Aries gets drunk, they become unruly and careless. While they have good intentions, their sharp tongues will spit out some truths. So be ready for some honest truth.

  1. TAURUS – Giddily Happy

 

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A Taurus takes their drinking to a whole new happy level, making sure everyone laughs with them as well. And when drunk, they aren’t quite the example of prim and proper. Instead, you’ll see them being all giddy and clumsy – especially if there is someone they love there. But don’t worry too much, as laughter is a cure for everything.

  1. GEMINI – Very Chatty

 

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It’s not like they aren’t the talkers but when drunk, they especially love talking. Besides being masters at flirting, a Gemini will gladly have a heart to heart with whoever is in the mood for it. In this state, they get exceptionally sentimental and open about their feelings. This is ideal for those who are tired of them constantly hiding their emotions but can be quite annoying for a sober person.

  1. CANCER – Igniter

 

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It’s very difficult for a Cancer to say no, and they find those who say no as being difficult. With their heavy drinking and party-animal personality, they will most likely be all over the place. Although this is not what many would prefer, the Cancer will always buy them back with their flirty nature.

  1. LEO – Hoofer

 

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Even if a Leo might be shy to dance when sober (which is not always the case), some alcohol gets them started for a night spent on a dancefloor. The combination of alcohol and music is a weakness they can’t fight, and they won’t think twice before they jump out of their place and dance till the rest of the night. They like to play daring games, but they handle themselves well when drunk, so they won’t cross the line. This is the reason why they may not admit that they are drunk.

  1. VIRGO – Dirty Tongue

 

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Virgos are usually cautious and methodical. This is why they don’t prefer getting drunk, and if they do, they’ll do it for the buzz and the good feeling. They don’t like crowded places like clubs or bars, so they will choose a more chilled spot with close friends. Though not typical for a Virgo to get drunk, when they are drunk, expect some vulgarity and cursing.

  1. LIBRA – No Control

 

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Being the life of the party, Libras usually forget themselves and drink until they pass out. Their lack of control can lead them to many random and awkward situations, but they don’t really regret anything related to their drunken behavior.

  1. SCORPIO – Sarcastic

 

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What many would perceive as trying to be a smart ass is, in fact, Scorpio’s wit and sarcasm coming to the surface under the influence of alcohol. This behavior might offend some, but they won’t care less (until the next day, when they will obsess themselves over it but won’t apologize). When drunk, the Scorpio loves to show off and will leave either too early or stay until the last call.

  1. SAGITTARIUS – Spontaneous

 

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It’s in the nature of a Sagittarius to be spontaneous and fun. But when it comes to drinking, they take this to a whole new level. Their carefree personality comes to the surface and takes over, making them prone to getting into some arguments with other drunks. But really, they don’t give a damn about what others think, so they often tend to put their foot in their mouth.

  1. CAPRICORN – Classy

 

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Capricorns are cautious drinkers, as they won’t allow their drunken behavior to harm the reputation they care about so much. They are aware of their limits, and they will always go at least one bit below the limit. However, when they do drink, they can drink heavily. Even when drunk, they will be careful not to jeopardize their reputation, but don’t instruct them what to do (or not do). They can drink a lot, and will always be soberer than the rest.

  1. AQUARIUS – Overstating

 

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When drunk, you will see an Aquarius telling some fascinating stories while being silly and goofy. And just to make sure that the story is interesting for everyone, they won’t hesitate to exaggerate it and spice it up. They like to create lasting memories out of everything, so don’t be surprised to find them taking photos of every second of the night.

  1. PISCES – Audacious

 

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When drunk, you will see a Pisces looking for any small reason to grab another drink. And if they don’t have a built-up tolerance to alcohol, they become very messy and daring. They will either be the last ones standing or will pass out from all the drinking. This audacious drunk state is what makes people consider putting them as DD, just so that they don’t have to put up with them later.

While drinking is fun, you should be careful not to exceed any limit, especially when you need to drive back home. Drink responsibly and keep up the good fun!

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10 Brutal Truths About Life That Will Help You To Get Your Stuff Together

If you’ve ever tried to look up to someone who is successful and listen to their advice, you’ll notice that they tend to skip the brutal and hard stuff that nobody likes to hear. The truth is that life is made of both good and bad things.

Come to speak of it, what many tend to regard as ‘bad’ is actually a crucial element of life which, if overlooked, can totally tip the balance from one side to another. 

And when you come at peace with and try to understand these much-needed elements of life, then (and only then) will you be able to truly start succeeding in life.

So, here are 10 brutal truths about life which many tend to overlook. Do the same, and you could also be in for a twisted ride.

  1. Life is pointless without goals

Many think that living the moment means submerging yourself in the pleasures of the things around you while ignoring the difficulties that may come ahead. However, living the moment, in fact, means using that moment for a bigger purpose.

Working for a greater purpose or goal is what makes us truly live. We need a direction toward which we could strive. Otherwise, we would just become stale and our lives would become pointless.

  1. Others will always think something about you, so why bother?

It doesn’t really matter what others think about you. Why? Because no matter what you do, there will always be those who will praise and those who will judge. So why bother in the first place?

Instead, being true to yourself will lead you to love yourself even more. And those who don’t like that? They aren’t worth your attention.

You wouldn’t like to be liked for being someone you aren’t. Instead, love yourself, and the right people will love you for it.

  1. You only have control over yourself

People tend to obsess themselves over things they can’t control. The truth is, the only thing you can control are the things you think, say, and do.

Just imagine, you can’t even control your body in certain aspects, so how do you think you can control things outside of you? Bearing this in mind, learn to let go of the things that aren’t affected by your decisions and actions.

It’s yours to decide whether you’ll be good to others, and it’s those others who decide for themselves how they’ll respond. Our virtues are ours alone, and our sins are also only ours.

Let go of the things that are out of your control and understand that no matter how you react, they will happen as they do. So, why obsess yourself over them?

  1. There’s no success without failure

The only real failure is the fear of failure. Often you might find yourself in situations where you decide not to do anything out of fear that it may turn out wrong. Well, guess again! It has already turned wrong because you did nothing!

Real success is one filled with trial and error. If you don’t work your way to the top, the top won’t reach out to pull you up. And on your way up, there will be failures that will teach you many things. So, go ahead, and go bravely!

  1. Possessions don’t define you

Possessions are temporary and they don’t possess a character of their own. Yes, you may feel better about yourself, but when you think about it, you are still the same person, with or without them.

People feel better about their clothes because others will see them dressed up. Things, things, things, just like toys – you will eventually grow out of them and will think that it’s time to go for something else.

What truly defines you, though, is your behavior, experiences, and relationships. Clothes cover your naked body, cars serve to transport you from here to there, bags carry your items, but they are all accessories that come and go.

You are the only one that stays throughout the whole time, so it’s best to invest in yourself first.

  1. Thoughts are useless if you don’t make them happen

Yes, you may think a lot about what you could become, or how much you love someone, or whatever else that’s on your mind. However, if you don’t turn this thought into action, don’t bother rewinding it in your head.

Thoughts are nothing if they aren’t accompanied by appropriate action. And while it’s nice to think well, if you don’t do everything to make things well, it’s like you never thought well in the first place.

Actions define you, not thoughts.

  1. Everything changes (and nothing will change that)

The only thing that is constant in the universe is change. We all change, things change, everything is constantly changing. If you think you can keep things the way they are (or were), you are in for a big surprise, and not a pleasant one.

Just like you constantly change, so does everyone and everything around you. Accepting change means accepting growth. Simply, life can’t go on without change. If things were supposed to stay the way they are, we would still be living in the stone age.

  1. Only those who weren’t born won’t die

Death is certain for everybody – it’s the most certain thing, really. Not only should you accept this fact, but you should start appreciating the time you have with those you love a bit more because everybody will eventually go away.

  1. There’s no use in worrying

While there are many things to worry about, there is no point in worrying about those things. Even if you worry, don’t drown yourself into these worries but use them as a reminder of what you should or could do.

And if you can’t do anything about it, there’s no point in worrying. Worries make things worse in these cases. It’s because not only will the things remain worrying, but the very act of worrying will start chipping your sanity away.

Stay sober, do everything in your power, and accept the things you can’t control.

  1. Temporary feelings don’t make for true happiness

Many think that the pursuit of temporary moments of joy and satisfaction is what makes for a life of happiness. The sad truth is that this kind of lifestyle only leads to suffering and constant unhappiness.

Why? Because this relentless focus on temporary pleasures will never allow you to understand that happiness doesn’t come from outside, but only from the inside. Happiness is an unconditional feeling, meaning it doesn’t depend on any ‘conditions’.

True happiness comes when you are at peace with yourself and when you start loving every bit of your being. It comes when you are content with yourself and the person you are constantly becoming through constant growth.

 

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Which Female Superhero You Are Based On Your Zodiac Sign

If you’re a horoscope junkie, you probably know what it feels like to see the word “horoscope” in a title. You immediately stop everything you do and dedicate yourself completely to reading the article, right? I always say to myself that if I were focusing that as hard on my studies as I spend time reading horoscope, everything would be so different.

Nonetheless, I believe that every person has a certain “superpower”. Everyone is extremely good at something, thus we are all superheroes in a way. And what’s better than discovering that you share some traits with a superhero? Every zodiac sign has certain characteristics that can be linked to those of a superhero.

Aries (March 21 – April 19): Sif

Aries girls are adventurous and wild. They want to enjoy life and they are very ambitious, just like Sif. Just like the warrior female superhero, the typical Aries is completely free and doesn’t depend on anyone. But that’s what makes them charming.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20): Captain Marvel

Taurus likes to have everything under their control, similarly to Captain Marvel. They are hard-working and stubborn, but also trustworthy. They will make sure they have done everything in their power to keep the peace and justice around them.

Gemini (May 21 – June 20): Supergirl

Gemini is one of the most independent (if not the most independent) signs in the zodiac. They are free and wild. Often, they are too ambitious because they want to be successful and don’t let anything ruin that for them. They’re easy to adapt and calmly solve every problem they face. Indeed, they are Supergirls.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22): Black Widow

Black Widow is tough, there is no doubt about it. Just as her, girls who are Cancers are tough, but also very emotional when it comes to her family and friends. She will always be the crying shoulder for her friends. That’s why Cancers make friends for a lifetime.

Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22): Mystique

Every Leo wants to be loved and has a huge heart. That’s why they always tend to listen to their heart instead of their mind. Mystique changes shapes and she is mysterious. Similarly, Cancers act according to the environment. They always fit in every situation.

Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22): Jessica Jones

Virgos are practical and hard-working. They are detailed and completely focused on everything they do. Just like Jessica Jones, they don’t want the attention and don’t show emotions in public. But deep inside, you know they have a lot of love to give.

Libra (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22): Wonder Woman

If there is a zodiac sign that most closely resembles Wonder Woman, that’s Libra. They want peace and balance in their life. And not only for themselves, but they desire the best for everyone. These sweethearts are always trying their best not to disappoint the others and would do anything for their family and friends.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21): Gamora

Scorpios have many personalities. They often look self-confident in front of others, but they’re actually really compassionate and very fun person to be friends with. Depending on the day, Scorpios can be moody or playful. But if you’re patient enough, you can see their good side even on a moody day.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21): Scarlet Witch

Scarlet Witch is very mystical, don’t you think? Sagittarians, as well. They are dreamers and they’re very ambitious. They’re also dedicated to their work and their dreams. They are modern philosophers because they are always thinking about big life questions without any important reason.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19): The Wasp

Capricorns are always the boss’ favourite because they are extremely dedicated to their work. Sometimes, they look dull or serious because of this. But, just like Hope (The Wasp), they are determined to succeed and always manage to reach their goals.

Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18): Jesse Quick

The energetic Aquarius is always up for an adventure and new experiences. They are very easy to adapt and can handle almost every situation. These Jesse Quicks learn new things very quick and are always intrigued by new and unusual things.

Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20): Hawkgirl

The Hawkgirl, or Pisces, has the same characteristics as any typical Pisces girl. She is polite and sensitive. They like to help others, so they have many friends who know they can count on them for anything.

Social Media Went Crazy Over “Man Weaves” For Balding Men

It seems that not only women are interested in hair extensions to evolve their hair look. Men are also becoming more and more curious about trying the new hair trend solution for balding men.

Even though it’s perfectly natural for men to go bald as they age; some still have trouble accepting this fact. And while most men don’t have a problem with their receding hairlines, others have a hard time when they look in the mirror and it affects their confidence.

Such is the case of Robert Jenkins who became extremely worried and depressed when he started balding at 21. He says that he was so ashamed of it that he wouldn’t even go to places and events. 

Luckily, Jenkins and his wife accidentally discovered the Instagram profile of Wade the Barber. His videos of fixing “man weave” were already going viral. They checked his profile and decided to pay him a visit since his barber salon, The W Hair Loft, was located in less than 20 minutes’ drive.   

Finally, he decided to get an appointment and got his “man weave”.

“The results were amazing,” Jenkins says. “I think I was shocked because I hadn’t seen myself with so much hair for so long. I really didn’t know how to take it.” 

At first, Jenkins was worried whether his new-installed hair would look natural and whether his better half would like his new look. But, in Jenkins’ words, she absolutely loved it! This encouraged Jenkins to continue with this process, and he had the “man weave” installed 4 times since then.

 His wife supports him and says she is happy to see him regain his confidence.

“I thought that my hair was just gone forever, that I would never be attractive … This was extremely life changing for me, says Jenkins.

And if you are wondering how much does this process costs – the prices vary from $275 to $800. 

Wade Menendez is the barber behind this “man weave” technique. He has been doing it for 2 years now. At first, he was spending about $1,500 a month on man weaves installing them on just a few clients on a weekly basis.

Now, he spends from $16,000 to $18,000 a month because the number of his clients has drastically increased.

Wade says that at one point he has made $130,000 in just 3 months when he had clients coming from everywhere. He adds that his work is so crazy right now that he spends all his Tuesdays and almost every night in implanting “man weaves”. 

This technique is fairly new, so he even started teaching classes on how this technique is performed.

The duration of the procedure varies from 90 minutes to 2 hours. He does it by attaching a full hair unit with an adhesive and then he styles it.

Additionally, he started to install beards to men who couldn’t grow it the way they would like their beard to be. This procedure will cost you $700. 

On the other hand, Wade has also started helping those in need. He offered his services to cancer support groups and other organizations which may benefit from this. He says that he wants to live a blessed life and help the less fortunate.

What are your thoughts on this? Would you try a “man weave”? Or, if you are a woman, would you like your (balding) man to try it? 

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This Guy Is A Professional Cuddler And He Actually Charges Strangers For His Soothing Cuddles

Do you like cuddling? And if you do, how often do you cuddle? Everybody loves cuddling to a certain extent. Some may not need it as much as others do, but in essence, everybody needs it. The fact is that touch is one of the sincerest forms of human interaction.

And as much as touch has been used for and associated with its unhealthy, abusive side, touch has also a nurturing side to it. Cuddling is purely based on touch and it focuses on this nurturing side.

In a world that has become very cold, and where distance is more appreciated than closeness, it would be very hard for someone to imagine cuddling with a total stranger. However, it’s this same distance that we have created to destroy us.

But how would you feel if you went for a cuddle with a cuddling professional? Cuddlist is one of the companies which deal with professional cuddling. They explain that “touch plays an important role in building social connections and most of us don’t get enough touch in our lives.”

What they propose as a solution to our isolation from one another is some cuddling therapy, which can serve for a much greater good than you can imagine. You can compare it to “Free Hugs”, the difference being that professional cuddling comes with a company behind it, certified cuddlists, and an hourly rate of 80$.

The Cuddling Therapy Experience

Business Insider UK’s producer Claudia Romeo went to try cuddling therapy and see how it feels for herself. As she explains, each session starts by setting some ground rules, after which she gets to choose what cuddling position would be most comfortable for her.

“As a first timer, becoming relaxed wasn’t easy,” explains Claudia. “It’s pretty awkward. It gets better with time though.” What they did was entirely up to Claudia. She explains she got to decide whether to move around or just stick to one position.

At the end, her voice was a bit down and she felt very relaxed. “It felt very, very, very short even though it was actually an hour. I genuinely felt it lasted around 20 minutes, which is surprising considering I was hugging a stranger.”

Meet the professionals

Cuddlist has a list of trained and certified cuddlers who will gladly cuddle with you. One such cuddler is Kan Seidel, a NY-based professional cuddler who gives cuddling a whole new dimension.

“Honestly, I don’t even love the word cuddling. If I was going to name the therapy, I would call it alternative touch,” explains Siedel for Elite Daily.

His cuddling sessions are done in an environment he prefers to call a health oasis. He clears the space’s energy by burning sage, he purifies the air with a hospital-grade nanoparticle air purifier, and his cuddle sessions are surrounded by oxygen-bringing plants.

In his cuddle sessions, Kai also incorporates Thai massage, so he doesn’t only work on relaxing the mind and bring a sense of closeness to his cuddle-buddies, but also on relaxing their body.

“I consider so many people my best friends but I’m so many different people’s single, only best friend,” he explains. “Attention is magic in this universe, and it has the power to shape reality.”

“Sending this positive, loving, affectionate attention at someone is going to have supernatural benefits. I mean, it just does. It just works.”

The science behind cuddling

Humans are dependent on closeness and touch. You may not feel a conscious need for it, but the lack of touch could be devastating in the long run. Touch is, as Psychology Today puts it, a fundamental mode of human interaction.

This mode of interaction bears its primary role of stimulating the release of oxytocin, the hormone of love and attachment. It is a very important hormone which affects the way we interact with others.

Psychology Today explains that oxytocin underlies trust and is a great antidote to depressive feelings. It is the hormone which allows people to create attachment and bonding on different levels.

A study done by doctors at the University of Massachusetts Medical School and the University of South Florida notes that oxytocin is “increasingly recognized as an important regulator of human social behaviors, including social decision making, evaluating and responding to social stimuli, mediating social interactions, and forming social memories.”

The study suggests that a disbalance in the oxytocin levels in our bodies may be “a common factor important in multiple psychiatric disorders such as autism, schizophrenia, mood and anxiety disorders.”

And indeed, oxytocin is a very important hormone that is best stimulated by hugs, kisses, sex, birth, and breastfeeding, and cuddles. Of course, you will get only hugs and cuddles from these certified cuddling professionals, which is something many lack nowadays.

Cuddling is something that can bring a lot of relaxation and calmness in your lives. And while we’re at it, do it more with those you love and feel close to your heart. Give them more hugs, kiss them more often, and don’t be ashamed to show genuine affection and emotion.

Sources:
Business Insider
Elite Daily

Psychology Today
Cochran, David et al. “‘The Role of Oxytocin in Psychiatric Disorders: A Review of Biological and Therapeutic Research Findings.’” Harvard review of psychiatry 21.5 (2013): 219–247. PMC. Web. 19 Sept. 2017.

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Parents Still Lose Sleep Worrying About Their Adult Children

You don’t need a study to tell you that parents worry about their kids. And if you are a parent yourself, you know from experience how many sleepless nights you’ve spent worrying about your children.

Your worries might vary from what are they going to eat tomorrow and if they will pass their school tests to their success further in the future, like their college degree, job search, and marriage.

However, if you are an adult, and your parents are still calling you to make sure you eat well, or you are home safe – you are not alone.

A new study suggests that parents not only worry about their children when they are young, but they continue to worry about them even when they are past their adolescent age and are well-formed adults. Moreover, the reasons behind this worry differ from men to women.

Amber J. Seidel, Ph.D., of Penn State York in Pennsylvania, is the researcher behind this study. And the reason why she decided to do it is that she firmly believes in the importance of family relationships: their support and love.

“I feel that many share this value, yet I think much of the socialization in our culture focuses on family when children are younger,” she said for CBS News. “I seek to study topics that help us understand how family continues to be a central part of our lives throughout adulthood, and I encourage considering family-level influences in all situations.”

“I seek to study topics that help us understand how family continues to be a central part of our lives throughout adulthood, and I encourage considering family-level influences in all situations.”

The study included 186 heterosexual married couples with two or three adult children. On average, the men were about 58 years old, and the women close to 57.

The parents were asked to rate on a scale of 1 to 8 (1 – daily; 8 – once a year) the different types of support they provide their adult children with. The types of support included: emotional support, companionship, discussing everyday events, practical help, and financial support.

Furthermore, the parents had to rate the stress level of having to support their adult children, and how much time they spent on worrying about them on a scale of 1 to 5 (1 – not at all; 5 – a great deal).

Additionally, the researchers investigated the amount of sleep the parents got at night. They found that the fathers slept about 6.69 hours on average, while the mothers slept for 6.66 hours.

The results from the study showed that fathers tended to lose sleep when they were worried about the support they provided their adult children with. On the other hand, they slept more when their wives were the ones providing their children’s support.

This issue was not important to the women’s quality of sleep. For the mothers, the stress of having to provide support for their children affected their sleep.

All in all, the results of the study are that the mere act of giving support is what troubled the men while stressing over the support is what afflicted the women.

Seidel converses that the reason behind this may be because of how much involved parents are in their adult children’s lives nowadays. In today’s era of smartphones and technology, parents are able to get closer insights on their children’s whereabouts and what is going on in their lives. They become more curious about their children’s lives and thus more concerned and stressed.

In today’s era of smartphones and technology, parents are able to get closer insights on their children’s whereabouts and what is going on in their lives. They become more curious about their children’s lives and thus more concerned and stressed.

Regardless of the reason, high-stress levels can cause negative consequences on the person’s physical and emotional well-being.

According to Seidel, the problem is not that we are stressed in our lives; the problem is that sometimes we are not able to deal with it accordingly, which leads to immune suppression.

Parents can help themselves to overcome the stress by changing their eating habits to healthier choices, exercising more, spending time in nature, and so on. Also, they need to choose the level of involvement they will have in their grown children’s lives.

They need to ask themselves if they are providing their children with the right things: Are they supporting them by believing in them, or by controlling them constantly and stressing over any minor issue?

What are your thoughts on this? Do you worry about your adult child constantly? If you do, what do you worry about? And, how do you think that affects your child?

Source: CBS News

21 Google Search Options You Didn’t Know About That Could Save You Tons Of Time

Could you imagine searching something on the internet without Google’s helping hand? Of course, there are other search engines, but not one of those can do things the way Google does, and it’s all for a good reason.

Even if you use it as most people do, you will be able to reach whatever you need very easily. But did you know that there are some tricks that can lead you directly to what you are looking for?

These tricks can save you tons of precious time, which you can use to search some more things, or go outside and take a walk in the sun. Your decisions may vary, but these 21 search tricks are here to stay if you learn to remember them and use them regularly.

  1. Search with an image

We mostly use Google’s search option by writing something in. But what happens when you see a really good photo and you want to know the author or the place it was taken?

Simply type images.google.com and start searching by image. By clicking the camera icon, you can paste the image link or upload your image and find similar images, as well as information about the image itself.

  1. Customize your image search

When you are searching for a particular type of image, Google has the option that will allow you to do just that, without needing to scroll down and pick them as they come.

Just below the search box, on the right, you will find Tools. Click here and select the “Type” dropdown list – and you get to choose whatever you are looking for. Here you can also choose between size, color, the time it was published or its copyright status.

  1. Searching for information on a website

Some websites don’t have the most user-friendly search options. But there’s nothing to worry about since Google does. If you want to find something within a website using keywords, all you need to do is type site: after which you need to add the link to the website (no spaces) and then write down the keywords (separated by spaces).

  1. Filtering out unnecessary keywords

Google searches by keywords. Which means that it will include results which contain the keyword you have written. You can, however, filter out some of the keywords you don’t need by writing a “-“ before the word (no spaces).

  1. Searching for files

Sometimes you’ll like to find, for example, a .pdf file you want to download. Instead of scrolling and browsing through the pages, the simple solution is to write filetype:pdf keyword (or any other file type you are looking for), and the list will give you these results first.

  1. Looking for specific phrases

Typing in the words you are looking for as they are won’t work with Google the way you intend it to. Google will recognize these words as keywords and will give them to you scattered in the search results. If you want the phrase to remain as it is, put it in quotations and you are good to go.

  1. Search for titles

When you want to find articles with a certain word or phrase in their title, type intitle:keyword or allintitle:keyword keyword. The first will search for a single word, so if you type in several words, you will get results of different titles which contain anywhere from one to all of those words. Allintitle: will search for articles which contain all the words that follow.

  1. Synonyms

It’s good when you know exactly what word you need. It’s bad when you aren’t sure if that’s the only word you can use in such context, and if perhaps other similar words could yield the results you need as well. It’s then best to use the synonym search option.

This will not give you a list of synonyms. It will instead search for any synonyms of that word that are included in the results. Simply type ~keyword, and you will get all the synonyms for that keyword in the results as well.

  1. Get info on web pages

You’ve been to a website that really triggers your interest, so you want to read more info about it. Simply write info:www.website.com and Google will give you all information it has on it.

  1. Open a cached version of a website

Websites, as much as nobody wants that, can crash sometimes. And while this may be a problem for the website, it shouldn’t be a problem for you to read from it. Google keeps cached versions of the websites, and to open it, you need to write cache:website.

  1. Dictionary

Going to your favorite dictionary is nice, but it’s much quicker to simply let Google define the word for you. Write define:word in the search box, and you will get all the definitions you need.

  1. Calculator

And Google can be your calculator too! Just type “calculator” in the search box, and you’re good to go.

  1. Conversions

Think of any conversion, and Google will do it. Centimeters to inches, grams to ounces, Celsius to Fahrenheit, miles to kilometers… and that’s what you really need to type in the search box to get the conversion option.

14. World clock

If you want to know the time in another part of the world, all you need to do is type “time City”, and you will get the current time there.

  1. Sunrise/sunset

Google can also give you the exact time the Sun rises or sets in any part of the world. Just type “Sunrise City” or “sunset City”, and you’ll see it.

16. Find food nearby

If you get hungry, just write the type of food you want to eat and your zip code. Google will give you a list of places to eat in that area.

  1. Play your music directly from Google

You could go to YouTube and scroll to find the best quality video version of the song you’re looking for, or you can let Google do that (and more) for you. Just write “songs by YourArtist” and you’ll get a list of their songs, which you can play right there.

  • Actors and movies

If you are interested in the movies a certain actor has played in, just type “ActorName movies” and Google will give you a complete list of them.

  • Searching for movies by genre and year

You can also search for movies by their genre and year. Write the genre and the year: “Genre movies Year”

  1. Zerg rush

Google has some games in store as well, since you have been smart and spared some precious time, which now you can give it back to Google by playing Zerg Rush. Just type “zerg rush” in the search box, and get ready to play!

  1. Fun tricks

And as last, but definitely not least, here are some tricks you can do on Google! Just type any of these words in the search box and look at it go.

  • Barrell roll
  • Tilt
  • Answer to life the universe and everything
  • Google gravity
  • Google in 1998
  • Festivus
  • Goglogo (+I’m feeling lucky) – to make your own Google logo
  • Google rainbow (+I’m feeling lucky)
  • Elgoog
  • Google sphere (+I’m feeling lucky)

 

Don’t forget to show your friends!

Where to Play Scrabble or Words With Friends Online?

There is nothing as fun as playing scrabble or words with friends online. It can help you relieve some stress while challenging you to always, think. You can never go wrong with such a game, as you will always be learning something new day in day out.

Besides, you can always use letter to word unscrambler to help you think of the right words, improve your vocabulary, and develop more confidence when playing word games. This way you learn how to solve your scrabble or words with friends easily. Likewise, you will get some tips and benefits of playing the game for motivation and stamina.

Moreover, you can always filter the search to words you are looking for, no matter the starting letter. For instance, if you want words that start or end with a certain letter you just filter your search. Two-letter words and Three Letter Words With A. You just filter it and you will get all the words starting with the letter A.

It is easy and fun to play. The question is where, where can you play scrabble or words with friends online without any barriers. Here is a list of some of the best places to play the game.

1. Facebook Scrabble

Facebook is the best place to play Scrabble against your friends. It is easy, fast and highly convenient, as most people are always on Facebook. You can also play against a random opponent and even turn on speed play.

Moreover, you are also able to track your scrabble ELO rating, pick up a game where you left off and even customize your board and tiles.

You will find that there are two official versions of Scrabble on Facebook. One is for Canada and U.S. residents and the other for people from other countries.

It is free to register on Facebook but to play without Ads you will have to pay a fee. You should take note that an Ad will load after every turn if you opt to play free.

2. Facebook Words with Friends

If you want to play words with friends, you can also opt for Words with Friends on Facebook. Zynga powers it.

You just start a game and notify a friend on your list. You can also let the game find an opponent for you, by matching you up with someone else.

3. Pogo.com

This place is run by Electronic Arts and is officially the best website for playing scrabble. It is free to register for the site, though you can join via your Facebook profile to play with friends online.

However, to play without any disturbing adverts, you will need to upgrade to Club Pogo.

There are two versions of it, classic scrabble for 2-4 players and scrabble blast for the loners who prefer to play it solo.

In addition, to playing for fun you will earn tokens and still have a chance to win some drawings and prizes.

Besides, it has five options for skill levels, and you can match your opponent via skill level. You can also use house rules, traditional rules or select rules a la carte.

4. Lexulous.com

As much as it is on Facebook, you can still go to Lexulous.com and join a room to play against other players or select to play a robot. Besides, you can watch other players, in a bid to learn their strategies.

As for joining, you can use your Facebook profile or register free on Lexulous.com.

5. Scrabble Apps

You can also get some scrabble apps for your mobile phone. There is SCRABBLE Free from Electronic Arts. It can be found on iTunes and Google Play. You can play solo on it or with friends as well as random opponents. It also allows for speed play and cross-platform play.

There is also Words with Friends, by Zynga. It is available on the Windows Store, Google Play and iTunes.

6. Merriam-Webster Scrabble Sprint

You do not need to register on the Merriam-Webster website, in order to play this game. It is free and fun. You will be playing against the clock, making one word at a time to fill the spaces on the board.

You can type or click a word with two or more letters. You can get some bonus points if you have more time left on its timer.

Conclusion

Scrabble or words with friends are a fun way to pass the day. Besides, you will be learning something new every day or every single time you play.

So if you are looking for an online game to keep you busy while enhancing your intellect, try scrabble or words with friends. You will never be disappointed. You can start with the above websites for a better chance at expanding your brain.