healthyholisticliving--2020-06-02--New Zealand Ditches GDP For Happiness And Wellbeing

Jacinda Ardern , Prime Minister of New Zealand addressed the United Nations in 2019 pleading for more kindness in politics .
She also made a bold pledge , stating that New Zealand would become a country where “ success is measured not only by the nation ’ s GDP but by better lives lived by its people.
” While it sounds more like a hope than a policy , her “ Well-Being Budget ” shows she is in earnest .
No longer does her government look to the Gross Domestic Product ( GDP ) to measure success .
Instead , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their citizens .
( 1 ) The 4.8 million people living in New Zealand are the top priority of the government .
“ What Jacinda Ardern is doing is groundbreaking , ” says anthropologist Jason Hickel , of the London School of Economics .
“ Ardern ’ s government is setting an example that the rest of the world can and should follow.
” ( 1 ) New Zealand ’ s Well-Being Budget is based on five cornerstones which include : ( 1 ) • Supporting their nation in the digital age As @ @ @ @ @ @ @ combat domestic and sexual violence .
( 1 ) When addressing parliament , Finance Minister Grant Robertson said , “ Success is making New Zealand both a great place to make a living , and a great place to make a life.
” ( 1 ) “ It is sobering that this is the first time we have had a national budget that explicitly focuses on well-being , ” said Anna Matheson , senior lecturer in health policy , Victoria University of Wellington .
“ The challenges facing humanity globally – increasing inequality @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , including the crisis with our climate – show governments worldwide are missing the crucial and pivotal role they play in stewardship , and in creating and maintaining collective well-being.
” ( 1 ) However , not everyone is as ecstatic about the new plan .
“ I think this Well-Being Budget is nothing else than a public relations operation , ” says Dennis Wesselbaum , director of foreign policy at Otago University .
“ This budget means the government does not care about economic growth and this is a worrying and dangerous @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the center-right opposition National Party , Simon Bridges , calls the new budget “ botched.
” “ Our economy is sharply declining and this Govt is asleep at the wheel .
# Budget2019 has no plan to grow the economy , ” he posts on Twitter .
( 1 ) However , according to public policy researcher Jess Berentson-Shaw , this focus on public well-being is needed .
“ Beyond a certain point we find that growth erodes the quality of people ’ s lives because it starts to extract too much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” she says .
“ People in the New Zealand government are making an attempt to measure what matters most to most citizens and are designing policies and funding them with that knowledge in mind.
” ( 1 ) Others dispute this theory .
“ The main reason why most governments are so interested in GDP is because that ’ s where the resources available for improving people ’ s lives come from , ” says professor Paul Hansen , head of the economic department at New Zealand ’ s University of Otago @ @ @ @ @ @ @ only look to the United States to see this isn ’ t quite true .
According to the World Economic Forum , the wealth of the U.S. economy has led to a “ weakening social fabric ” .
This is what Carol Graham , an economics professor and senior fellow at the Brookings Institution calls the “ progress paradox.
” ( 1 ) Meanwhile , Hickel reminds everyone throwing money at social challenges “ blindly ” isn ’ t the answer either .
“ We need to be smarter than that and it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social goals directly and that ’ s what Ardern is proposing to do , ” he says .
“ In fact , rich countries like New Zealand can accomplish their social goals without any additional GDP at all.
” ( 1 ) As it stands , the New Zealand government is at an interesting turning point .
Their new budget provides a potential model for other countries to follow should it prove to be successful .
Now all we have to do is see how well it works .

Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand addressed the United Nations in 2019 pleading for more kindness in politics. She also made a bold pledge, stating that New Zealand would become a country where “success is measured not only by the nation’s GDP but by better lives lived by its people.” While it sounds more like a hope than a policy, her “Well-Being Budget” shows she is in earnest. No longer does her government look to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to measure success. Instead, they measure success by the happiness of their citizens. (1)
GDP Loses Out To Well-Being
The 4.8 million people living in New Zealand are the top priority of the government. “What Jacinda Ardern is doing is groundbreaking,” says anthropologist Jason Hickel, of the London School of Economics. “Ardern’s government is setting an example that the rest of the world can and should follow.” (1)
Five Well-Being Cornerstones Replace GDP
New Zealand’s Well-Being Budget is based on five cornerstones which include: (1)
Your focused mental health support ($1.25 billion budget) Child poverty reduction ($656 million budget) Improving indigenous Maori and Pacific Islands people incomes and opportunities Transitioning to a low-emission and sustainable economy Supporting their nation in the digital age
As well, another $210 million helps combat domestic and sexual violence. (1)
A Great Place To Make A Life
When addressing parliament, Finance Minister Grant Robertson said, “Success is making New Zealand both a great place to make a living, and a great place to make a life.” (1)
“It is sobering that this is the first time we have had a national budget that explicitly focuses on well-being,” said Anna Matheson, senior lecturer in health policy, Victoria University of Wellington. “The challenges facing humanity globally – increasing inequality, rising populism and rapid environmental degradation, including the crisis with our climate – show governments worldwide are missing the crucial and pivotal role they play in stewardship, and in creating and maintaining collective well-being.” (1)
GDP Supporters Not Happy
However, not everyone is as ecstatic about the new plan. “I think this Well-Being Budget is nothing else than a public relations operation,” says Dennis Wesselbaum, director of foreign policy at Otago University. “This budget means the government does not care about economic growth and this is a worrying and dangerous development.” (1)
The leader of the center-right opposition National Party, Simon Bridges, calls the new budget “botched.” “Our economy is sharply declining and this Govt is asleep at the wheel. #Budget2019 has no plan to grow the economy,” he posts on Twitter. (1)
Well-Being Measures More Important
However, according to public policy researcher Jess Berentson-Shaw, this focus on public well-being is needed. “Beyond a certain point we find that growth erodes the quality of people’s lives because it starts to extract too much from the people and the environment,” she says. “People in the New Zealand government are making an attempt to measure what matters most to most citizens and are designing policies and funding them with that knowledge in mind.” (1)
GDP Provides Resource For Happiness
Others dispute this theory. “The main reason why most governments are so interested in GDP is because that’s where the resources available for improving people’s lives come from,” says professor Paul Hansen, head of the economic department at New Zealand’s University of Otago. (1)
Yet one need only look to the United States to see this isn’t quite true. According to the World Economic Forum, the wealth of the U.S. economy has led to a “weakening social fabric”. This is what Carol Graham, an economics professor and senior fellow at the Brookings Institution calls the “progress paradox.” (1)
No Additional GDP Needed
Meanwhile, Hickel reminds everyone throwing money at social challenges “blindly” isn’t the answer either. “We need to be smarter than that and it makes much more sense to target our social goals directly and that’s what Ardern is proposing to do,” he says. “In fact, rich countries like New Zealand can accomplish their social goals without any additional GDP at all.” (1)
As it stands, the New Zealand government is at an interesting turning point. Their new budget provides a potential model for other countries to follow should it prove to be successful. Now all we have to do is see how well it works.


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-03--A Weighted Glove May Be The Trick To Soothing A Fussy Baby

Despite the classic phrase “ I slept like a baby ” meaning that you got a great night of sleep , babies are notoriously terrible at sleeping through the night .
And depending on what phase of development they ’ re going through , some babies prefer to have a parent touching them as a means of comfort while they slumber .
One new mom tried resting a weighted glove on her baby ’ s stomach as a substitute for herself , and the little one was able to get in a quality nap .
( 1 ) Australian mom @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Olivia , was having sleep problems .
“ She ’ s going through her first ‘ leap ’ ( in her mental development ) so she ’ s been extra clingy the last few days , and makes it so hard to even go to the bathroom , ” Dykstra told news.com.au .
( 1 ) Necessity is the mother of invention , so Dykstra got creative .
She filled a rubber glove with sand , tied it off , and set it on Olivia ’ s tummy when she went down for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ freedom to get a few important things done .
( 1 ) “ It gave me enough time for a shower and to finish my coffee while it was still hot , ” Dykstra said .
( 1 ) Although Olivia did notice that something was a little different , she didn ’ t seem to mind .
“ I did sit with her and she wasn ’ t upset when she woke up , just looked a little confused.
” ( 1 ) After her success with the weighted glove , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ let others know about this parenting hack .
She posted a photo of Olivia sleeping soundly with the glove on her tummy to the Facebook group Baby Hints and Tips .
Dykstra wrote , “ Going on 20 minutes now , and she hasn ’ t realized .
She will crack it when she wakes up , but for now , I actually get to finish my coffee !
!
” The post took off , and it now has more than 17,000 comments and has been shared more than 4,300 times .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the parents in the Facebook group raved about Dykstra ’ s idea .
Some wondered why they hadn ’ t thought of it much earlier .
Others shared objects they had used to mimic their presence with a sleeping baby in the past .
They mentioned shoes , bean bags , and unheated hot water bottles .
( 1 , 2 ) However , one mom raised concerns about the safety of the weighted glove , writing , “ Don ’ t do this !
I have taken many safe-with-you trainings and trainings @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flat on their backs with nothing in the crib but the baby .
You never think it will happen to you and it still can happen , doing everything right .
Don ’ t take the chance.
” ( 2 ) While disappointing , this mom ’ s comment is in line with the Safe Sleep recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics .
They say , “ Keep soft objects , loose bedding , or any objects that could increase the risk of entrapment , suffocation , or strangulation out of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ As ingenious as the weighted glove is , your baby ’ s safety is the always first priority .
Check with your pediatrician before using this or any other object to help your baby sleep .

Weighted Glove Helps Baby Sleep
Despite the classic phrase “I slept like a baby” meaning that you got a great night of sleep, babies are notoriously terrible at sleeping through the night. And depending on what phase of development they’re going through, some babies prefer to have a parent touching them as a means of comfort while they slumber. One new mom tried resting a weighted glove on her baby’s stomach as a substitute for herself, and the little one was able to get in a quality nap. (1)
Australian mom Melissa Dykstra’s one-month-old daughter, Olivia, was having sleep problems. “She’s going through her first ‘leap’ (in her mental development) so she’s been extra clingy the last few days, and makes it so hard to even go to the bathroom,” Dykstra told news.com.au. (1)
Necessity is the mother of invention, so Dykstra got creative. She filled a rubber glove with sand, tied it off, and set it on Olivia’s tummy when she went down for a nap. This gave Dykstra the freedom to get a few important things done. (1)
“It gave me enough time for a shower and to finish my coffee while it was still hot,” Dykstra said. (1)
Although Olivia did notice that something was a little different, she didn’t seem to mind. “I did sit with her and she wasn’t upset when she woke up, just looked a little confused.” (1)
Parents Rave about Weighted Glove Idea
After her success with the weighted glove, the Gold Coast mom knew she had to let others know about this parenting hack. She posted a photo of Olivia sleeping soundly with the glove on her tummy to the Facebook group Baby Hints and Tips. Dykstra wrote, “Going on 20 minutes now, and she hasn’t realized. She will crack it when she wakes up, but for now, I actually get to finish my coffee!!” The post took off, and it now has more than 17,000 comments and has been shared more than 4,300 times. (1, 2)
Many of the parents in the Facebook group raved about Dykstra’s idea. Some wondered why they hadn’t thought of it much earlier. Others shared objects they had used to mimic their presence with a sleeping baby in the past. They mentioned shoes, bean bags, and unheated hot water bottles. (1, 2)
Safety Concerns
However, one mom raised concerns about the safety of the weighted glove, writing, “Don’t do this! I have taken many safe-with-you trainings and trainings on SIDS. Babies need to be flat on their backs with nothing in the crib but the baby. You never think it will happen to you and it still can happen, doing everything right. Don’t take the chance.” (2)
While disappointing, this mom’s comment is in line with the Safe Sleep recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics. They say, “ Keep soft objects, loose bedding, or any objects that could increase the risk of entrapment, suffocation, or strangulation out of the crib.” (2, 3)
As ingenious as the weighted glove is, your baby’s safety is the always first priority. Check with your pediatrician before using this or any other object to help your baby sleep.


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-03--New York State Farms Donate 34,000+ Pounds Of Milk, Beef And Produce To NYC Families In Need

As we all struggle living in isolation while the coronavirus rages on , stories of kindness , strength , and positivity endure .
Many families face not only the stresses of COVID-19 , but the added burden of trying to put food on the table .
Because of this , farms and co-ops in Upstate New York made generous donations to help feed those in need .
( 1 ) A mind-boggling amount of fresh food including 34,000 pounds of milk , beef , fruit , and vegetables were donated by New York State farms to ensure their neighbors are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the farmers also sent crayons and coloring books for the kids .
The food was distributed at Senator Ramos ’ district office in East Elmhurst , Queens .
( 1 ) Thanks to the partnership between the farmers and Senator Jessica Ramos , fresh food reached deserving families including : ( 1 ) While these donations reached families , many American dairy farmers have made the difficult decision to dump milk due to drastic drops in demand .
( 2 ) We ’ ve all witnessed the tragedy of food waste during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ destroyed crops with nowhere to ship their food .
However , this distribution of food helps kill two birds with one stone .
“ We can not have hungry families in New York City , and farmers upstate dumping their product because they can not sell it , ” says Senator Jessica Ramos .
“ Together with our farmer partners , we created our own network , and we will convert our district office into a food distribution hub to provide our neighbors with fresh produce and meals.
” ( 1 ) The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , adding to the issues families face .
“ By pooling resources and working together to adapt to unprecedented market disruption , we ’ re able to get milk , beef and produce in the hands of those in need , ” says Northeast Dairy Producers Association Vice Chair and Owner of La Casa De Leche Dairy Farm , Keith Kimball .
“ I ’ m proud to partner with farmers , co-ops and processors across the state to make this donation a reality.
” ( 1 ) Maureen Torrey , co-owner of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her employees who helped make it happen .
“ This public health crisis has changed life as we know it , but what we ’ ve learned is that no matter where you live – Buffalo , Plattsburgh , New York City and everywhere in between – we ’ re all New Yorkers and together we are New York Tough , ” she says .
( 1 ) The truck left Western New York on April 29 , 2020 filled with the donations .
Many of the areas targeted to receive the food @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it is difficult to find fresh meals .
This includes Elmhurst , East Elmhurst , Jackson Heights , Corona and parts of Woodside and Astoria .
These areas have high COVID related illnesses making it hard to keep food pantries running .
( 1 ) This is an excellent example of what can happen when people put their heads together to help resolve each other ’ s issues .

As we all struggle living in isolation while the coronavirus rages on, stories of kindness, strength, and positivity endure. Many families face not only the stresses of COVID-19, but the added burden of trying to put food on the table. Because of this, farms and co-ops in Upstate New York made generous donations to help feed those in need. (1)
34,000 Pounds In Food Donations
A mind-boggling amount of fresh food including 34,000 pounds of milk, beef, fruit, and vegetables were donated by New York State farms to ensure their neighbors are fed. In hand with the food, the farmers also sent crayons and coloring books for the kids. The food was distributed at Senator Ramos’ district office in East Elmhurst, Queens. (1)
Food Donations Offer Fresh Options
Thanks to the partnership between the farmers and Senator Jessica Ramos, fresh food reached deserving families including: (1)
300 pounds of beef
1,700 gallons of milk
20,000 apples
14,000 pounds of onions
8,000 pounds of potatoes
4,000 pounds of cabbage
2,880 pounds of blueberry and vanilla parfait yogurt
While these donations reached families, many American dairy farmers have made the difficult decision to dump milk due to drastic drops in demand. (2)
Food Donations Needed During Crisis
We’ve all witnessed the tragedy of food waste during the crisis. Farms across America have destroyed crops with nowhere to ship their food. However, this distribution of food helps kill two birds with one stone. “We cannot have hungry families in New York City, and farmers upstate dumping their product because they cannot sell it,” says Senator Jessica Ramos. “Together with our farmer partners, we created our own network, and we will convert our district office into a food distribution hub to provide our neighbors with fresh produce and meals.” (1)
Pooled Resources Build Food Donations
The pandemic has devastated the food supply chain, adding to the issues families face. “By pooling resources and working together to adapt to unprecedented market disruption, we’re able to get milk, beef and produce in the hands of those in need,” says Northeast Dairy Producers Association Vice Chair and Owner of La Casa De Leche Dairy Farm, Keith Kimball. “I’m proud to partner with farmers, co-ops and processors across the state to make this donation a reality.” (1)
New York Tough
Maureen Torrey, co-owner of Torrey Farms, Inc. is grateful for her employees who helped make it happen. “This public health crisis has changed life as we know it, but what we’ve learned is that no matter where you live – Buffalo, Plattsburgh, New York City and everywhere in between – we’re all New Yorkers and together we are New York Tough,” she says. (1)
Truck Packed With Food Donations
The truck left Western New York on April 29, 2020 filled with the donations. Many of the areas targeted to receive the food are in “food deserts” where it is difficult to find fresh meals. This includes Elmhurst, East Elmhurst, Jackson Heights, Corona and parts of Woodside and Astoria. These areas have high COVID related illnesses making it hard to keep food pantries running. (1)
This is an excellent example of what can happen when people put their heads together to help resolve each other’s issues.


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-03--The Kind Neighbor Of A Retired Lonely Teacher Restored And Painted Her House For Free

What do you remember from the summer of 2016 ?
Perhaps a tumultuous election season .
Maybe it was a summer of new jobs , weddings , graduations .
But , for one New Jersey woman , she ’ ll remember it as a summer where her life was changed .
When Adam and Kristin Polhemus moved into their new New Jersey neighborhood , they could be forgiven for not being aware of their neighbor .
Anne Glacey , who gave her age at “ about ” 70 , was a rather reclusive woman .
“ Until my wife and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a conversation with her , ” says Adam , a police detective .
“ She had no relations with anyone in the neighborhood.
” But eventually , Glacey warmed up to the Polemuses , stopping by often to chat .
( 1 ) How exactly Adam and Kristin found out about Glacey ’ s household problems isn ’ t clear .
ABC News reported that Adam and Kristin were informed by the couple who had originally sold them the house .
People magazine says that Glacey showed them a letter .
Perhaps both @ @ @ @ @ @ @ letter , Adam says that the couple had hinted around that they would be more than happy to help Glacey deal with the disrepair to the house , which hadn ’ t escaped their notice .
Perhaps embarrassed , Glacey would always change the subject .
But then , she received the letter .
She had a 1984 Plymouth abandoned in her driveway .
Her grass was , according to People , three feet .
The housepaint was chipped , fading , peeling .
Each of these was a separate violation under the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could net the recipient up to $ 1,000 per day , per violation .
( 1 , 2 ) According to Adam , after showing them the letter , Anne Glacey despaired : “ I don ’ t know what I ’ m going to do , I can ’ t do this myself , ” she told them .
For Kristen , the decision to help was easy .
“ These fines would quickly surmount for anyone in Anne ’ s situation , ” she says .
“ We wanted to help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Members of the Polhemuses ’ church , as well as other neighbors , gathered together to fix the code violations .
All these people were volunteers , and paid for their own supplies .
And it wasn ’ t a small project .
Kristin shared that : Ultimately , Hamilton Township erased the fee for the violations .
But it wasn ’ t only the property that underwent a transformation .
Glacey served food and drinks to the volunteers .
Additionally , she continued to develop those relationships once the work was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I appreciate their generosity , ” she says .
“ .
.
.really wonderful and thoughtful .
Not everyone would arise to the occasion and I am grateful for it.
” ( 1 ) Kristin thinks it was all worth it : “ Your neighbors are just family members you don ’ t know that well yet , and the relationship starts with you.
” ( 2 )

What do you remember from the summer of 2016? Perhaps a tumultuous election season. Maybe it was a summer of new jobs, weddings, graduations. But, for one New Jersey woman, she’ll remember it as a summer where her life was changed.
The Hamilton Township Neighborhood
When Adam and Kristin Polhemus moved into their new New Jersey neighborhood, they could be forgiven for not being aware of their neighbor. Anne Glacey, who gave her age at “about” 70, was a rather reclusive woman. “Until my wife and I moved in, no neighbors had a conversation with her,” says Adam, a police detective. “She had no relations with anyone in the neighborhood.” But eventually, Glacey warmed up to the Polemuses, stopping by often to chat. (1)
Up To $3,000 A Day
How exactly Adam and Kristin found out about Glacey’s household problems isn’t clear. ABC News reported that Adam and Kristin were informed by the couple who had originally sold them the house. People magazine says that Glacey showed them a letter.
Perhaps both things can be true–before the June 2016 letter, Adam says that the couple had hinted around that they would be more than happy to help Glacey deal with the disrepair to the house, which hadn’t escaped their notice. Perhaps embarrassed, Glacey would always change the subject.
But then, she received the letter. She had a 1984 Plymouth abandoned in her driveway. Her grass was, according to People, three feet. The housepaint was chipped, fading, peeling. Each of these was a separate violation under the newly-enforced Neighborhood Improvement Program. Every violation could net the recipient up to $1,000 per day, per violation. (1, 2)
“An Act of Love”
According to Adam, after showing them the letter, Anne Glacey despaired: “I don’t know what I’m going to do, I can’t do this myself,” she told them. For Kristen, the decision to help was easy. “These fines would quickly surmount for anyone in Anne’s situation,” she says. “We wanted to help her out of an act of love.”
Members of the Polhemuses’ church, as well as other neighbors, gathered together to fix the code violations. All these people were volunteers, and paid for their own supplies. And it wasn’t a small project. Kristin shared that:
. . . neighbors shored up the foundation and flooring while others performed structural repair to the side porch. We removed, scraped, primed and painted shutters; and we scraped, primed, and painted the exterior of the home. We helped Anne donate her car and we did landscaping to bring her lawn back to its original beauty.
(1, 2)
A Big Change
Ultimately, Hamilton Township erased the fee for the violations. But it wasn’t only the property that underwent a transformation. Glacey served food and drinks to the volunteers. Additionally, she continued to develop those relationships once the work was finished. Glacey was grateful. “I appreciate their generosity,” she says. “. . .really wonderful and thoughtful. Not everyone would arise to the occasion and I am grateful for it.” (1)
Kristin thinks it was all worth it: “Your neighbors are just family members you don’t know that well yet, and the relationship starts with you.” (2)


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-04--8 Phrases Manipulators Use Often to Conceal Themselves

It ’ s tough when life serves up a manipulative person .
Sometimes it ’ s a friend who reveals themselves as a manipulator after one too many things that make you go “ hmmmmm ” .
Or perhaps a colleague or supervisor is the manipulative sort , making your 9-5 job feel more like a 24/7 operation .
At some point in our lives , many of us find ourselves in a relationship with a manipulator .
That can be a tough one .
Serial manipulators tend to be rather charming and likable at the outset .
That ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them .
By the time you figure out that you ’ ve been duped , your feelings are involved so it may not be as simple as walking away .
But sometimes , that ’ s the best thing to do .
American poet and social activist Maya Angelou famously said “ When someone shows you who they are , believe them the first time.
” ( 1 ) Where a manipulator is concerned , this advice is golden .
As a general rule , people like this lack empathy so the situation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you know if you ’ ve got a manipulative person in your midst ?
There ’ s a good chance you know it instinctively on some level .
This type of person has a way of making us feel terrible about ourselves .
But there are certain ways they communicate that will tip you off too .
They tend to gaslight , belittle , and exaggerate in order to get their way and employ certain key phrases to get the job done .
Here are 8 of the phrases that manipulators love the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the cause of problems , so this blunt statement is not something anyone would want to hear .
This is especially true if you ’ re invested in this person or situation , so it ’ s a particularly hurtful and unnecessary statement .
Dismissive statements like this are not constructive and only serve to put you on the defense .
It turns a conversation into an unnecessary battle of wits .
Manipulators love to make you feel crazy .
They ’ ll deny anything they said or did if it serves them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you saw .
You know what they said .
Don ’ t let them get their hooks in you like this .
“ You should be ashamed of yourself ” Whether it ’ s them that you supposedly don ’ t care about , or your job , or the task at hand , just know that it ’ s not you who doesn ’ t care about it .
It ’ s them .
Well , if that ’ s not the pot calling the kettle black , I just don ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re not frustrating to deal with , they are frustrated by their inability to control you or the situation .
This is another dismissive statement that adds no value to the conversation .
In all likelihood you do not “ always do this ” , but rather they are always too easily triggered .
“ You never get it right ” A close cousin of “ you always do this ” , “ you never get it right ” is a terrible thing to say to someone and a common refrain for those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Don ’ t buy into it .
Do any of these sound familiar to you ?
If so , it ’ s time to take a look at the situation you ’ re in , and take care of you !
Don ’ t be afraid to leave ; new opportunities will arise when you free up that space for something less toxic .

It’s tough when life serves up a manipulative person. Sometimes it’s a friend who reveals themselves as a manipulator after one too many things that make you go “hmmmmm”. Or perhaps a colleague or supervisor is the manipulative sort, making your 9-5 job feel more like a 24/7 operation. At some point in our lives, many of us find ourselves in a relationship with a manipulator. That can be a tough one. Serial manipulators tend to be rather charming and likable at the outset. That’s one of the frustrating things about them. By the time you figure out that you’ve been duped, your feelings are involved so it may not be as simple as walking away. But sometimes, that’s the best thing to do.
American poet and social activist Maya Angelou famously said “When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.” (1) Where a manipulator is concerned, this advice is golden. As a general rule, people like this lack empathy so the situation is unlikely to change. How do you know if you’ve got a manipulative person in your midst? There’s a good chance you know it instinctively on some level. This type of person has a way of making us feel terrible about ourselves. But there are certain ways they communicate that will tip you off too. They tend to gaslight, belittle, and exaggerate in order to get their way and employ certain key phrases to get the job done. Here are 8 of the phrases that manipulators love the most.
“This is your fault”
No one likes to be the cause of problems, so this blunt statement is not something anyone would want to hear. This is especially true if you’re invested in this person or situation, so it’s a particularly hurtful and unnecessary statement.
“You don’t understand”
Dismissive statements like this are not constructive and only serve to put you on the defense. It turns a conversation into an unnecessary battle of wits.
“Stop being paranoid”
Manipulators love to make you feel crazy. They’ll deny anything they said or did if it serves them to do so. You know what you saw. You know what they said. Don’t let them get their hooks in you like this.
“You should be ashamed of yourself”
Ah, the blame and shame game. Fun stuff. Pass.
“You just don’t care about _______”
Whether it’s them that you supposedly don’t care about, or your job, or the task at hand, just know that it’s not you who doesn’t care about it. It’s them.
“It’s so frustrating dealing with you”
Well, if that’s not the pot calling the kettle black, I just don’t know what is. You’re not frustrating to deal with, they are frustrated by their inability to control you or the situation.
“You always do this”
This is another dismissive statement that adds no value to the conversation. In all likelihood you do not “always do this”, but rather they are always too easily triggered.
“You never get it right”
A close cousin of “you always do this”, “you never get it right” is a terrible thing to say to someone and a common refrain for those who wish to keep you down. Don’t buy into it.
Do any of these sound familiar to you? If so, it’s time to take a look at the situation you’re in, and take care of you! Don’t be afraid to leave; new opportunities will arise when you free up that space for something less toxic.


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-04--Thousands of Species Are Fleeing to Earth’s Poles en Masse, And a Pattern’s Emerging

Temperature changes worldwide have caused animals to move their habitats in order to compensate for the temperature changes and maintain their own homeostasis .
Although we have known this was going on on land there was a recent discovery that the pole migration is happening up to 6 times faster for marine species .
( 1 ) The Global Threat of Extinction for Wildlife Currently , the earth is undergoing a biodiversity crisis which estimates that up to a million species of plants and animals are at risk .
Part of the cause of this crisis is human activity such @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Other human-influenced causes include pollution , climate change , and the spreading of invasive species from one region to another from human trade .
The concern that scientists and experts are having is that the rate of extinction is much more rapid because of human behavior .
If we do not change or slow the current rate of extinction then we could very well end up with a mass extinction within the next 240 to 540 years .
( 2 ) After analyzing 258 peer-reviewed studies of 12,000 species of fungi , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well as 30,000 habitat shifts it was discovered that there seems to be a migration for marine species that are following thermal changes globally .
The compiled database , known as BioShifts has found that land species and moving towards the earth ’ s poles at a much slower rate than those living under seawater .
( 1 ) Insects are moving towards the poles at an average rate of 18.5 kilometers or 11.5 miles per year .
Amphibians , such as frogs , are moving upslope at 1.8 meters or 5.9 feet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appears to be an attempt to keep warm are actually moving towards the equator at a rate of 6.5 meters or 21 feet per year .
( 1 ) The distance per year may not sound like much for the land species but it does add up each year and does create concern when it comes to habitat loss and human interaction .
Marine species and moving at an average rate of 6 kilometers or 3.73 miles per year which is a much higher rate than what the average land species is doing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year .
( 1 ) Why is this Migration happening faster for Marine Species ?
This could be happening for many different reasons , theorize the authors of the study , one could be that marine life have a higher sensitivity to temperature changes when compared to land-based species .
Water conducts heart 25 times more effectively than air does which can make it much more difficult to maintain an ideal body temperature .
Another possible factor is that is is a bit easier for marine life to migrate in the ocean as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as much about human habitation .
Land species have human cities , structures , fences , and more to navigate possibly making it a slower year to year change .
All of this supports the theory that earth species are trying to adapt to their changing environment in an attempt to survive and thrive despite the changes .
What is so unfortunate about these changes and shifts is that more species are trying to live in smaller areas as their old habitats become unlivable .
This could have long term issues which may @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of what we are already seeing .

Temperature changes worldwide have caused animals to move their habitats in order to compensate for the temperature changes and maintain their own homeostasis. Although we have known this was going on on land there was a recent discovery that the pole migration is happening up to 6 times faster for marine species. (1)
The Global Threat of Extinction for Wildlife
Currently, the earth is undergoing a biodiversity crisis which estimates that up to a million species of plants and animals are at risk. Part of the cause of this crisis is human activity such as overfishing, hunting, and deforestation. Other human-influenced causes include pollution, climate change, and the spreading of invasive species from one region to another from human trade.
The concern that scientists and experts are having is that the rate of extinction is much more rapid because of human behavior. If we do not change or slow the current rate of extinction then we could very well end up with a mass extinction within the next 240 to 540 years. (2)
Species Migration and Marine Mammal Study
After analyzing 258 peer-reviewed studies of 12,000 species of fungi, bacteria, plants, and animals as well as 30,000 habitat shifts it was discovered that there seems to be a migration for marine species that are following thermal changes globally. The compiled database, known as BioShifts has found that land species and moving towards the earth’s poles at a much slower rate than those living under seawater. (1)
Special Migration Breakdown
Insects are moving towards the poles at an average rate of 18.5 kilometers or 11.5 miles per year. Amphibians, such as frogs, are moving upslope at 1.8 meters or 5.9 feet per year. Reptiles, in what appears to be an attempt to keep warm are actually moving towards the equator at a rate of 6.5 meters or 21 feet per year. (1)
The distance per year may not sound like much for the land species but it does add up each year and does create concern when it comes to habitat loss and human interaction.
Marine species and moving at an average rate of 6 kilometers or 3.73 miles per year which is a much higher rate than what the average land species is doing at 1.8 meters or 5.9 feet per year. (1)
Why is this Migration happening faster for Marine Species?
This could be happening for many different reasons, theorize the authors of the study, one could be that marine life have a higher sensitivity to temperature changes when compared to land-based species. Water conducts heart 25 times more effectively than air does which can make it much more difficult to maintain an ideal body temperature.
Another possible factor is that is is a bit easier for marine life to migrate in the ocean as they don’t need to worry as much about human habitation. Land species have human cities, structures, fences, and more to navigate possibly making it a slower year to year change.
All of this supports the theory that earth species are trying to adapt to their changing environment in an attempt to survive and thrive despite the changes.
“On land, habitat loss and fragmentation due to land use changes may impede the ability of terrestrial species to track shifting isotherms [lines on a map connection regions with the same temperature],” the authors write. “These complex interactions need to be accounted for to improve scenarios of biodiversity redistribution and its consequences on human well-being under future climate change.” (1)
Could Thermal Migration Exacerbate The Extinction Rate?
What is so unfortunate about these changes and shifts is that more species are trying to live in smaller areas as their old habitats become unlivable. This could have long term issues which may include a higher extinction rate than that of what we are already seeing.


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-05--A Strong Woman Builds Others Up Because She Knows How It Feels To Be Torn Down

My first office job opened my eyes to the fact that mean girls can grow up into mean women .
Their cruelty can have devastating effects .
Cruelty is something strong women never do .
Instead , strong women build each other up because they know what cruelty feels like .
Whether you were the nerd girl , the popular cheerleader , or someone in between , chances are you ’ ve been exposed to female cruelty .
When strong women experience cruelty , they learn it ’ s the wrong thing to do .
As a result , they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ women up so everyone shines .
“ I have a saying , ” says former Secretary of State , Madelaine Albright .
“ I think there is a special place in hell for women who don ’ t help other women.
” Strong women are there to help each other shine .
They understand that together we remain stronger and rise up together instead of knocking each other down .
( 1 ) According to Shelley Zalis , a Contributing Writer at Forbes and founder of girls ’ club FQ Lounge , collaboration @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The group , which by the way also includes some men , helps women collectively reverse the stereotype about women in business .
( 2 ) “ There ’ s a new girls ’ club that we didn ’ t have before because the workplace was largely male-dominated , ” says Jocelyn Greenky , an office culture and politics expert and CEO of Sider Road .
“ Now that so many more women are entering the workplace , we ’ re finding our voice .
We ’ re also building circles of trust @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experiencing similar hurdles , and have each other ’ s backs.
” ( 2 ) A recent study suggests that women face a greater challenge in networking to find professional opportunities .
It takes networking for women to find desirable positions .
However , when women work together to create their own strong and supportive networks , they find “ meaningful advancement options.
” These networks help peers while also advancing junior contacts within the group .
( 3 ) “ Across all our companies in multiple sectors and countries , we see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ key barriers preventing women from advancing , ” says Laura McGee , CEO of Diversio .
Her use of artificial intelligence helps businesses become more diverse .
“ We know that women are under-sponsored by senior men , and may need to compensate by developing strong professional relationships with other women .
My hypothesis on the research findings is that these women are effectively acting as mentors and sponsors for one another.
” ( 2 ) Forming nurturing relationships with fellow women allows us to support each other in our lives and our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the better we all do .
“ Build other women up !
If you see your co-worker doing a great job , give them credit…tell your boss or other co-workers , ” says Rebecca Wiser , cofounder and director of communications at Womaze .
Her app offers self-empowerment for women .
“ At first it may seem like you ’ re taking attention away from yourself , but you ’ re actually showing that you ’ re a supportive team player as well as an inspiring leader—and secure enough in yourself to praise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 2 )

My first office job opened my eyes to the fact that mean girls can grow up into mean women. Their cruelty can have devastating effects. Cruelty is something strong women never do. Instead, strong women build each other up because they know what cruelty feels like. Whether you were the nerd girl, the popular cheerleader, or someone in between, chances are you’ve been exposed to female cruelty. When strong women experience cruelty, they learn it’s the wrong thing to do. As a result, they take the high road and build fellow women up so everyone shines.
The Strong Woman Helps Others Shine
“I have a saying,” says former Secretary of State, Madelaine Albright. “I think there is a special place in hell for women who don’t help other women.” Strong women are there to help each other shine. They understand that together we remain stronger and rise up together instead of knocking each other down. (1)
According to Shelley Zalis, a Contributing Writer at Forbes and founder of girls’ club FQ Lounge, collaboration helps us even the playing field. The group, which by the way also includes some men, helps women collectively reverse the stereotype about women in business. (2)
The Strong Woman Club
“There’s a new girls’ club that we didn’t have before because the workplace was largely male-dominated,” says Jocelyn Greenky, an office culture and politics expert and CEO of Sider Road. “Now that so many more women are entering the workplace, we’re finding our voice. We’re also building circles of trust with one another because we may be experiencing similar hurdles, and have each other’s backs.” (2)
The Strong Woman Overcomes Challenges
A recent study suggests that women face a greater challenge in networking to find professional opportunities. It takes networking for women to find desirable positions. However, when women work together to create their own strong and supportive networks, they find “meaningful advancement options.” These networks help peers while also advancing junior contacts within the group. (3)
The Strong Woman Network
“Across all our companies in multiple sectors and countries, we see access to networks as one of the key barriers preventing women from advancing,” says Laura McGee, CEO of Diversio. Her use of artificial intelligence helps businesses become more diverse. “We know that women are under-sponsored by senior men, and may need to compensate by developing strong professional relationships with other women. My hypothesis on the research findings is that these women are effectively acting as mentors and sponsors for one another.” (2)
The Strong Woman Supports Success
Forming nurturing relationships with fellow women allows us to support each other in our lives and our careers. The more women shine, the better we all do. “Build other women up! If you see your co-worker doing a great job, give them credit…tell your boss or other co-workers,” says Rebecca Wiser, cofounder and director of communications at Womaze. Her app offers self-empowerment for women. “At first it may seem like you’re taking attention away from yourself, but you’re actually showing that you’re a supportive team player as well as an inspiring leader—and secure enough in yourself to praise others.” Amen sister, amen. (2)


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-05--Vitamin C And Fasting-Mimicking Diet Can Shrink Tumors

Have you heard of Dr. Linus Pauling ?
Born in Portland , Oregon in 1901 , he grew up to become a renowned scientist .
But there is plenty more to the story than that !
His work was cutting edge , and meaningful too .
( 1 ) In fact , Dr. Pauling is the only person to win two Nobel Prizes singularly .
In 1954 , he received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for “ research into the nature of the chemical bond and its application to the elucidation of the structure of complex substances , ” particularly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ large-scale protein structures .
In 1963 , he received the Nobel Peace Prize for the 1962 year .
His work , collecting the signatures of 11,000 scientists for a petition to end nuclear testing contributed greatly to him winning this award .
By the time the 1970s rolled around , he became convinced that large doses of Vitamin C could help with everything from the common cold to cancer .
The medical community reacted with scorn and derision to his claims .
He passed away in 1994 , ironically , of cancer .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Southern California as well as Italy , have teamed up to publish a paper that may validate Dr. Pauling after all .
“ Synergistic effect of fasting-mimicking diet and vitamin C against KRAS mutated cancers , ” was published May 12th , 2020 , in Nature Communications .
Their research saw the formation of cancerous tumors in mice was delayed , and in some cases , even reversed , by a fasting-mimicking diet and large doses of Vitamin C. “ For the first time , ” says Valter D. Longo , senior @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have demonstrated how a completely non-toxic intervention can effectively treat an aggressive cancer.
” said Valter Longo , the study senior author .
Longo , who is the director of the USC Longevity Institute , says the team has “ taken two treatments that are studied extensively as interventions to delay aging — a fasting-mimicking diet and vitamin C — and combined them as a powerful treatment for cancer.
” ( 2 , 3 ) If you ’ re not familiar with this idea , it ’ s simpler than it may appear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health benefits of fasting have been touted for all sorts of ailments .
However , not everyone can fast , and it may be especially arduous for cancer patients .
A fasting-mimicking diet , then , is where the subject eats mostly plant-based foods that are low in calories .
If you stick to this sort of meal plan , it ‘ tricks ’ your body–and your cells respond as though you were traditionally fasting .
( 3 ) KRAS is a genome structure .
KRAS mutations occur in about one in four @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all colorectal cancer .
This mutation reduces the chances for survival .
( 3 ) “ When used alone , fasting-mimicking diet or vitamin C alone reduced cancer cell growth and caused a minor increase in cancer cell death , ” says Longo .
“ But , when used together , they had a dramatic effect , killing almost all cancerous cells.
” Exciting news–but they aren ’ t done yet .
Their next step is conducting “ randomized clinical trials ” on KRAS cancers .
( 2 , 3 )

Have you heard of Dr. Linus Pauling? Born in Portland, Oregon in 1901, he grew up to become a renowned scientist. But there is plenty more to the story than that! His work was cutting edge, and meaningful too. (1)
Dr. Linus Carl Pauling
In fact, Dr. Pauling is the only person to win two Nobel Prizes singularly. In 1954, he received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for “research into the nature of the chemical bond and its application to the elucidation of the structure of complex substances,” particularly the molecular formation of amino acids and large-scale protein structures. In 1963, he received the Nobel Peace Prize for the 1962 year. His work, collecting the signatures of 11,000 scientists for a petition to end nuclear testing contributed greatly to him winning this award.
By the time the 1970s rolled around, he became convinced that large doses of Vitamin C could help with everything from the common cold to cancer. The medical community reacted with scorn and derision to his claims. He passed away in 1994, ironically, of cancer. (1)
KRAS-mutant Cancers And Vitamin C Anti-tumor Effects
Scientists from the University of Southern California as well as Italy, have teamed up to publish a paper that may validate Dr. Pauling after all. “Synergistic effect of fasting-mimicking diet and vitamin C against KRAS mutated cancers,” was published May 12th, 2020, in Nature Communications. Their research saw the formation of cancerous tumors in mice was delayed, and in some cases, even reversed, by a fasting-mimicking diet and large doses of Vitamin C. “For the first time,” says Valter D. Longo, senior author of the study. “We have demonstrated how a completely non-toxic intervention can effectively treat an aggressive cancer.” said Valter Longo, the study senior author. Longo, who is the director of the USC Longevity Institute, says the team has “taken two treatments that are studied extensively as interventions to delay aging — a fasting-mimicking diet and vitamin C — and combined them as a powerful treatment for cancer.” (2, 3)
What Is A Fasting-Mimicking Diet?
If you’re not familiar with this idea, it’s simpler than it may appear. For a long time, the health benefits of fasting have been touted for all sorts of ailments. However, not everyone can fast, and it may be especially arduous for cancer patients. A fasting-mimicking diet, then, is where the subject eats mostly plant-based foods that are low in calories. If you stick to this sort of meal plan, it ‘tricks’ your body–and your cells respond as though you were traditionally fasting. (3)
What Is KRAS?
KRAS is a genome structure. KRAS mutations occur in about one in four cancer cases, and about half of all colorectal cancer. This mutation reduces the chances for survival. (3)
The Future of Cancer Treatment?
“When used alone, fasting-mimicking diet or vitamin C alone reduced cancer cell growth and caused a minor increase in cancer cell death,” says Longo. “But, when used together, they had a dramatic effect, killing almost all cancerous cells.”
Exciting news–but they aren’t done yet. Their next step is conducting “randomized clinical trials” on KRAS cancers. (2, 3)


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-08--The International Photography Awards Celebrate The Marvels Of Motion

Every year , the International Photography Awards ( IPA ) hosts a thrilling competition for photographers around the globe .
Open to both professionals and amateurs , the 2020 exhibition centered around an exciting theme : movement .
IPA recently announced its contest winners in a dazzling gallery of stunning images .
Each photograph captures movement–of plants , animals , people , and machines–in a variety of creative ways .
The Internation Photography Awards is a sister project of the non-profit Lucie Foundation .
According to the IPA , the Lucie Foundation ’ s goal is to “ honor master @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and promote the appreciation of photography worldwide.
” The IPA ’ s OneShot awards are part of the ongoing effort to share the work of photographers from around the world .
( 1 ) Aside from yearly awards , the IPA ’ s OneShot contest focuses on one specific theme for photographers to capture .
Past word themes have included Harmony , Climate Change , One World , and Spaces .
While entries are open to the photographers ’ interpretation , all contestants must use one image to express the theme .
Because @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the world , many entries feature incredible moments of nature in motion .
For example , winners in the Nature category captured the movement of a variety of animals .
The second-place winner , Claudio Piccoli from Italy , shows a dog and owner practicing disc throwing in a shallow body of water .
After launching into the air off of its owner ’ s back , the canine is captured with mouth open about to catch the disc .
The sunrise lighting and slow-motion movement of water drops capture the theme perfectly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Fine Art category ’ s winning photographs also showcase the natural world .
The third-place winner , Ugo Ricciardi from Italy , captured Ireland ’ s Giant ’ s Causeway in incredible grayscale colors .
Using an LED light and a long exposure , Ricciardi created the illusion of a swirling glow around a single figure on the stones .
Additionally , the overall photography contest winner also used nature as a subject matter .
Anne Mason-Hoertner , a photographer from Germany , won with her fine art capture of wild carrots @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her wild carrots were painstaking , the final image shows the incredible movement of the plants at night .
As a result , Anne took home the ultimate title of Photographer of The Year .
( 2 ) While nature features in many of the winning photographs , others used people and machines as their inspiration .
For example , the Technology/Machine category winner features one photographer ’ s aerial shot of a Korean freeway .
The vibrant colors and lighting are reminiscent of computer machinery ; photographer Youngkeun Sur titled it “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ detail , it ’ s easy to see why Sur won .
Another Italian photographer focused their attention on people in a vivid capture in China .
Jacopo Maria Della Valle ’ s “ Rice Growers ” shows a rare look at traditional rice harvesting by Chinese ethnic tribes .
As they wear traditional clothing and carry heavy baskets , the women sing traditional songs as they work .
The vibrant colors are simply breathtaking .
As a result of the entries , amazing photographs were collected to make this year ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ While next year ’ s theme remains to be seen , future contest winners will no doubt bring attention to more amazing photographers .

Every year, the International Photography Awards (IPA) hosts a thrilling competition for photographers around the globe. Open to both professionals and amateurs, the 2020 exhibition centered around an exciting theme: movement.
IPA recently announced its contest winners in a dazzling gallery of stunning images. Each photograph captures movement–of plants, animals, people, and machines–in a variety of creative ways.
IPA’s Photography Contest Captures Beautiful Moments
The Internation Photography Awards is a sister project of the non-profit Lucie Foundation. According to the IPA, the Lucie Foundation’s goal is to “honor master photographers, discover and cultivate emerging talent and promote the appreciation of photography worldwide.” The IPA’s OneShot awards are part of the ongoing effort to share the work of photographers from around the world. (1)
Aside from yearly awards, the IPA’s OneShot contest focuses on one specific theme for photographers to capture. Past word themes have included Harmony, Climate Change, One World, and Spaces. While entries are open to the photographers’ interpretation, all contestants must use one image to express the theme.
Nature As Inspiration
Because natural phenomena and species vary greatly around the world, many entries feature incredible moments of nature in motion. For example, winners in the Nature category captured the movement of a variety of animals.
The second-place winner, Claudio Piccoli from Italy, shows a dog and owner practicing disc throwing in a shallow body of water. After launching into the air off of its owner’s back, the canine is captured with mouth open about to catch the disc. The sunrise lighting and slow-motion movement of water drops capture the theme perfectly.
Since nature is so awe-inspiring, the Fine Art category’s winning photographs also showcase the natural world. The third-place winner, Ugo Ricciardi from Italy, captured Ireland’s Giant’s Causeway in incredible grayscale colors. Using an LED light and a long exposure, Ricciardi created the illusion of a swirling glow around a single figure on the stones.
Additionally, the overall photography contest winner also used nature as a subject matter. Anne Mason-Hoertner, a photographer from Germany, won with her fine art capture of wild carrots. While the scans and snaps of her wild carrots were painstaking, the final image shows the incredible movement of the plants at night. As a result, Anne took home the ultimate title of Photographer of The Year. (2)
Man And Machine In Movement
While nature features in many of the winning photographs, others used people and machines as their inspiration. For example, the Technology/Machine category winner features one photographer’s aerial shot of a Korean freeway. The vibrant colors and lighting are reminiscent of computer machinery; photographer Youngkeun Sur titled it “The Urban Semiconductor.” With attention to detail, it’s easy to see why Sur won.
Another Italian photographer focused their attention on people in a vivid capture in China. Jacopo Maria Della Valle’s “Rice Growers” shows a rare look at traditional rice harvesting by Chinese ethnic tribes. As they wear traditional clothing and carry heavy baskets, the women sing traditional songs as they work. The vibrant colors are simply breathtaking.
As a result of the entries, amazing photographs were collected to make this year’s OneShot contest a truly memorable one. While next year’s theme remains to be seen, future contest winners will no doubt bring attention to more amazing photographers.


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-08--You Can Buy An Arched Tiny Home Kit for $1,000

If you ’ re like a lot of people who are weighing their options where housing is concerned , you ’ ve probably thought of a tiny house as one possible solution .
Tiny homes have so much going for them .
A small footprint means less impact on everything from the local environment to the community .
Indeed as we continue forward into a clearer understanding of the dramatic effects we humans have on the planet , many of us will be looking to give our way of life a bit of an upgrade .
Something that ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ easier on the old pocketbook too .
This is one area where tiny homes don ’ t seem to hold much of an advantage over traditional construction .
The price tag of one of these adorable abodes can be surprisingly large for something so small .
So while it does have the benefit of being little , and cute , it might not be so affordable for some .
That ’ s where Arched Tiny Homes comes in !
Offering an array of styles and sizes to suit almost any budget and application @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consider when shopping your tiny home options .
In recent years since the tiny home movement took off , we ’ ve begun to see the designs become more varied and elaborate .
High-end finishes are offered , and some really basic ones too .
You could build a custom tiny home , complete with all the bells and whistles .
Or you could start with nothing more than a shipping container , and see where your imagination takes you .
The people at Arched Cabins have opted for an approachable marriage of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ start at a very affordable $ 1,000 , but the elegantly arched roofline suggests a much higher cost .
( 1 ) More Than Just Tiny Homes Though the intention at Arched Tiny Homes is to offer one of the cheapest tiny homes available , these versatile buildings aren ’ t limited to being the family home .
With a few different options where size and floor plan are concerned , it pays to think outside the box with these .
What about a detached office , or a workshop ?
They make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Offer friends and relatives a private place to stay on your property , or just give yourself a private place to go .
Get away from it all in your very own space , without going anywhere !
If you ’ re considering alternative housing options , good for you !
Small though they may be , the cheapest tiny homes don ’ t skimp on quality .
Their “ Super Span ” roof paneling has a 40-year warranty and is made from 32-50 % recycled steel .
It even comes in colors @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the design of Arched Tiny Homes is perfect for employing the use of a rain catchment system .
This offers you just one simple way to make the most of Mother Nature ’ s bounty .
With an eye toward conservation in all areas , including energy , the cabin designs each come with a minimum of R13 insulation .
( 2 ) Alternative housing options don ’ t have to mean skimping on creature comforts .
And with a tiny price tag , these cheap tiny homes are certainly worth a long @ @

If you’re like a lot of people who are weighing their options where housing is concerned, you’ve probably thought of a tiny house as one possible solution. Tiny homes have so much going for them. A small footprint means less impact on everything from the local environment to the community. Indeed as we continue forward into a clearer understanding of the dramatic effects we humans have on the planet, many of us will be looking to give our way of life a bit of an upgrade. Something that’s more harmonious with Mother Nature, and easier on the old pocketbook too.
This is one area where tiny homes don’t seem to hold much of an advantage over traditional construction. The price tag of one of these adorable abodes can be surprisingly large for something so small. So while it does have the benefit of being little, and cute, it might not be so affordable for some. That’s where Arched Tiny Homes comes in! Offering an array of styles and sizes to suit almost any budget and application, they are a fantastic option to consider when shopping your tiny home options.
The Cheapest Tiny Homes
In recent years since the tiny home movement took off, we’ve begun to see the designs become more varied and elaborate. High-end finishes are offered, and some really basic ones too. You could build a custom tiny home, complete with all the bells and whistles. Or you could start with nothing more than a shipping container, and see where your imagination takes you. The people at Arched Cabins have opted for an approachable marriage of fancy and basic. Their attractive designs start at a very affordable $1,000, but the elegantly arched roofline suggests a much higher cost. (1)
More Than Just Tiny Homes
Though the intention at Arched Tiny Homes is to offer one of the cheapest tiny homes available, these versatile buildings aren’t limited to being the family home. With a few different options where size and floor plan are concerned, it pays to think outside the box with these. What about a detached office, or a workshop? They make great animal shelters and spare garages. Offer friends and relatives a private place to stay on your property, or just give yourself a private place to go. Get away from it all in your very own space, without going anywhere!
If you’re considering alternative housing options, good for you! Small though they may be, the cheapest tiny homes don’t skimp on quality. Their “Super Span” roof paneling has a 40-year warranty and is made from 32-50% recycled steel. It even comes in colors! Not just another pretty face, the design of Arched Tiny Homes is perfect for employing the use of a rain catchment system. This offers you just one simple way to make the most of Mother Nature’s bounty. With an eye toward conservation in all areas, including energy, the cabin designs each come with a minimum of R13 insulation. (2)
Alternative housing options don’t have to mean skimping on creature comforts. And with a tiny price tag, these cheap tiny homes are certainly worth a long look!


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-08--Vinegar Is The Secret To Soft Towels, Whiter Whites, And More Laundry Solutions

When I was ten years old , my mother decided it was time for me to start doing the laundry .
She had gotten me involved with chores from a young age–not to pawn off household tasks , but to make sure that when I moved out , I was ready to run my own place efficiently .
Some of her lessons didn ’ t stick .
I can ’ t cook , I constantly find loose m & ms and frozen peas on my floor , and there are knick-knacks on every surface .
But one of the things @ @ @ @ @ @ @ laundry : vinegar .
Plain old distilled white vinegar is the magic bullet of doing the laundry .
Here are the surprising ways it helps .
When some of these tips call for adding vinegar in the rinse cycle , you may sigh .
You ’ re a busy person , and you may have a “ set it and forget it ” attitude towards laundry .
I certainly do .
Adding the vinegar to the fabric softener compartment of your washing machine , if it has one , will make sure it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Right on time !
( 1 ) Kegan Kimball of Laundryheap , a UK-based laundry and dry cleaning service says , putting clothes in “ a white vinegar and water solution for around 20 minutes , drain [ ing ] and then air dry [ ing ] ” will fix up itchy or stiff clothes .
“ Rough fibres will need relaxing if you want your clothes to feel soft , ” she says , “ and white vinegar is also a great go-to.
” Additionally , Connie Sundjojo , from laundry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ half-cup of vinegar added in the rinse cycle will have the same effect for things like towels , which you might not wish to air-dry .
Fabric softeners sold on store shelves can actually counteract the chemicals that make children ’ s clothing fire-retardant , so white vinegar is a nice alternative .
( 1 , 2 ) White vinegar is acidic .
The acetic acid in vinegar works to dissolve alkalis found in soaps and commercial detergents .
Adding the vinegar in the rinse cycle will remove these residues that dull clothing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ % cotton fabric , you can use vinegar in a different way .
Add one cup of vinegar to a pot of water , then bring it to a boil .
Depending on the amount of clothes , you can either take the pot off the heat and add the clothes in , or pour the contents of the pot into a tub or laundry sink , adding the clothes to that .
Leave them overnight , then wash them as you usually would .
100 % cotton ONLY !
( 1 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ washer , and towels and shirts go in together .
This could leave me picking lint off my clothes , but vinegar , again , saves the day .
Vinegar in the rinse cycle will cut down the static properties of clothes , and prevent lint and fibers from getting attached .
( 2 ) My mother has allergies , so if I ’ m at a campfire , around people smoking , or even around people who have smoked , my mother will smell it .
Then she ’ ll break out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ If you have a similar situation , or just want fresh-smelling clothes , the half-cup of vinegar in the rinse cycle will kill those odors dead .
If the laundry can ’ t be washed traditionally ( like dry-clean only ) , leave the clothes hanging above a tub of boiling water with one cup vinegar for the same effect .
( 1 )

When I was ten years old, my mother decided it was time for me to start doing the laundry. She had gotten me involved with chores from a young age–not to pawn off household tasks, but to make sure that when I moved out, I was ready to run my own place efficiently. Some of her lessons didn’t stick. I can’t cook, I constantly find loose m&ms and frozen peas on my floor, and there are knick-knacks on every surface. But one of the things I do remember is her tip for laundry: vinegar. Plain old distilled white vinegar is the magic bullet of doing the laundry. Here are the surprising ways it helps.
The Rinse Cycle Note:
When some of these tips call for adding vinegar in the rinse cycle, you may sigh. You’re a busy person, and you may have a “set it and forget it” attitude towards laundry. I certainly do. Adding the vinegar to the fabric softener compartment of your washing machine, if it has one, will make sure it is automatically added just before the rinse. Right on time! (1)
Fabric Softener
Kegan Kimball of Laundryheap, a UK-based laundry and dry cleaning service says, putting clothes in “a white vinegar and water solution for around 20 minutes, drain[ing] and then air dry[ing]” will fix up itchy or stiff clothes. “Rough fibres will need relaxing if you want your clothes to feel soft,” she says, “and white vinegar is also a great go-to.”
Additionally, Connie Sundjojo, from laundry service Lavie Laundry says that a simple half-cup of vinegar added in the rinse cycle will have the same effect for things like towels, which you might not wish to air-dry.
Fabric softeners sold on store shelves can actually counteract the chemicals that make children’s clothing fire-retardant, so white vinegar is a nice alternative. (1, 2)
Brightening Colors
White vinegar is acidic. The acetic acid in vinegar works to dissolve alkalis found in soaps and commercial detergents. Adding the vinegar in the rinse cycle will remove these residues that dull clothing colors.
Additionally, for white 100% cotton fabric, you can use vinegar in a different way. Add one cup of vinegar to a pot of water, then bring it to a boil. Depending on the amount of clothes, you can either take the pot off the heat and add the clothes in, or pour the contents of the pot into a tub or laundry sink, adding the clothes to that. Leave them overnight, then wash them as you usually would. 100% cotton ONLY! (1, 2)
Reducing Cling and Lint!
I’m a lazy washer, and towels and shirts go in together. This could leave me picking lint off my clothes, but vinegar, again, saves the day. Vinegar in the rinse cycle will cut down the static properties of clothes, and prevent lint and fibers from getting attached. (2)
De-Scent Smokey Clothes
My mother has allergies, so if I’m at a campfire, around people smoking, or even around people who have smoked, my mother will smell it. Then she’ll break out in hives and get a migraine.
If you have a similar situation, or just want fresh-smelling clothes, the half-cup of vinegar in the rinse cycle will kill those odors dead. If the laundry can’t be washed traditionally (like dry-clean only), leave the clothes hanging above a tub of boiling water with one cup vinegar for the same effect. (1)


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-08--‘Black Lives Matter Plaza,’ Across From White House, Is Christened By D.C. Leaders

If you ’ ve been watching the news , you know about the death of George Floyd .
You know that his death , with the agonizing minutes leading up to it caught on video , sent shockwaves through the country .
It has lead to protests that many hope will change the face of the United States forever .
For instance , Mayor Muriel Bowser has made a gesture–but what is the significance ?
On Friday , June 5th , 2020–almost two weeks after the May 25th death of George Floyd , Mayor Bowser took to Twitter .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the White House is now officially ‘ Black Lives Matter Plaza , ’ ” she declared .
The Department of Public Works painted “ Black Lives Matter , ” in large yellow font on the street .
Videos quickly made their way onto Twitter .
In a press conference that day , the mayor said There ’ s a lot of anger .
There ’ s a lot of distrust of police in the government .
There are people who are craving to be heard and to be seen and to have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the opportunity to send that message loud and clear on a very important street in our city .
That message is to the American people that black lives matter , black humanity matters , and we as a city raise that up .
The use of “ Black Lives Matter ” as a rallying cry has distressed many people on the internet .
Racists , preying on the ignorant , have tried to pretend that the slogan means only Black lives matter , instead of Black lives matter , too .
Such criticisms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ colon cancer fundraiser , screaming that breast cancer matters , or a neighbor complaining that the fire department is focusing too much on her neighbor ’ s burning house , and not enough on her perfectly intact one .
Sure , all lives do matter–but not all lives are just as likely to end in 8 minutes , 46 seconds of excruciating struggle to breathe under the knee-to-the-neck of a police officer .
All this over an allegedly counterfeit $ 20 .
( 3 ) Mayor Bowser posted a letter on Twitter , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Donald Trump .
In it , she asked him to “ withdraw all extraordinary federal law enforcement and military presence ” from Washington .
“ The protestors have been peaceful , and last night , the Metropolitan Police Department did not make a single arrest , ” she writes .
“ These additional , unidentified units are operating outside of established chains of command , ” and are using “ a war-like tactic to frighten and disperse peaceful protestors.
” Black Lives Matter ’ s DC chapter was unimpressed .
They tweeted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ distraction from real policy changes.
” “ Bowser has consistently been on the wrong side of BLMDC history , ” they continued .
“ This is to appease white liberals while ignoring our demands .
Black Lives Matter means defund the police.
” For those unfamiliar with Bowser ’ s policies , Twitter-verified user , Alexis Goldstein ( @ alexisgoldstein ) tweeted that “ @ MayorBowser proposed raising MPD ’ s budget by $ 18.5 million while simultaneously slashing the Housing Trust Fund by $ 16 million.
” Condemning this financial strategy , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Her budget speaks more than Street paintings.
” ( 4 , 5 , 6 )

If you’ve been watching the news, you know about the death of George Floyd. You know that his death, with the agonizing minutes leading up to it caught on video, sent shockwaves through the country. It has lead to protests that many hope will change the face of the United States forever. For instance, Mayor Muriel Bowser has made a gesture–but what is the significance?
Black Lives Matter Plaza
On Friday, June 5th, 2020–almost two weeks after the May 25th death of George Floyd, Mayor Bowser took to Twitter. “The section of 16th street in front of the White House is now officially ‘Black Lives Matter Plaza,’” she declared. The Department of Public Works painted “Black Lives Matter,” in large yellow font on the street. Videos quickly made their way onto Twitter. In a press conference that day, the mayor said
There’s a lot of anger. There’s a lot of distrust of police in the government. There are people who are craving to be heard and to be seen and to have their humanity recognized. And we had the opportunity to send that message loud and clear on a very important street in our city. That message is to the American people that black lives matter, black humanity matters, and we as a city raise that up.
(1, 2)
#BLM
The use of “Black Lives Matter” as a rallying cry has distressed many people on the internet. Racists, preying on the ignorant, have tried to pretend that the slogan means only Black lives matter, instead of Black lives matter, too. Such criticisms are akin to someone bursting into a colon cancer fundraiser, screaming that breast cancer matters, or a neighbor complaining that the fire department is focusing too much on her neighbor’s burning house, and not enough on her perfectly intact one. Sure, all lives do matter–but not all lives are just as likely to end in 8 minutes, 46 seconds of excruciating struggle to breathe under the knee-to-the-neck of a police officer. All this over an allegedly counterfeit $20. (3)
The Letter and BLM DC
Mayor Bowser posted a letter on Twitter, on June 5th as well, addressed to Donald Trump. In it, she asked him to “withdraw all extraordinary federal law enforcement and military presence” from Washington. “The protestors have been peaceful, and last night, the Metropolitan Police Department did not make a single arrest,” she writes. “These additional, unidentified units are operating outside of established chains of command,” and are using “a war-like tactic to frighten and disperse peaceful protestors.”
Black Lives Matter’s DC chapter was unimpressed. They tweeted that the renaming was a “performative distraction from real policy changes.”
“Bowser has consistently been on the wrong side of BLMDC history,” they continued. “This is to appease white liberals while ignoring our demands. Black Lives Matter means defund the police.”
For those unfamiliar with Bowser’s policies, Twitter-verified user, Alexis Goldstein (@alexisgoldstein) tweeted that “@MayorBowser proposed raising MPD’s budget by $18.5 million while simultaneously slashing the Housing Trust Fund by $16 million.” Condemning this financial strategy, especially during protests, Goldstein added: “Her budget speaks more than Street paintings.” (4, 5, 6)


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-08--We’re Only 3 Days Into Hurricane Season, And It’s Already a Record-Breaker

Hurricane season officially began June 1 , and the 2020 season is already breaking records .
According to the weather experts at Accuweather , Tropical Storm Cristobal made weather history as the earliest tropical storm to form in the Atlantic .
It hit southern Mexico on June 3 , 2020 bringing with it heavy rainfall and flooding .
Although some experts thought it could break up , it continued its path reaching Florida and Louisiana .
( 1 ) “ There is a small chance the system will break up over southern Mexico late this week , but the more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ survive , move back out over the warm waters of the central Gulf of Mexico , reorganize , strengthen and turn northward toward the U.S. from Friday night to Sunday night , ” Accuweather ’ s Dan Kottlowski said .
( 1 ) Cristobal regained its Tropical Storm status and hit Central America with heavy rainfall , causing flooding in the streets from the state of Tabasco to the Yucatan Peninsula .
In this area , 20.61 inches of rain was recorded .
( 2 ) “ Cristobal continued to pull in moisture @ @ @ @ @ @ @ areas of Central America , drenching the region with heavy , tropical rainfall even a week after Tropical Storm Amanda made landfall , ” says Rob Miller , AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist .
The damage caused by the storm rated Cristobal a “ 1 ” on AccuWeather ’ s RealImpact Scale™ .
( 2 ) Cristobal is the third tropical system of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season so far .
The storm formed in the Bay of Campeche , and hit Mexico at about 8:30 a.m. near Atasta , Mexico .
Winds at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 2 ) Although Cristobal was downgraded to a Tropical Depression , it regained power and was regraded as a Tropical Storm again .
It made landfall on the Gulf Coast sustaining winds of 50 mph .
The storm conditions hit the coastlines of Mississippi and Alabama , while sending heavy rain across the Florida Panhandle .
( 2 ) Despite fears that the storm might strengthen into a hurricane , it maintained its status as a Tropical Storm .
Tropical storms have a rating system based on four stages : ( 3 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cristobal , the storm bounced between a depression and a storm , never quite reaching hurricane status .
While Accuweather did rate it a 1 , their rating system is based on different criteria .
“ There ’ s been a long-standing understanding within the weather community and elsewhere that we need better , more effective ways to communicate hurricane risks to the public and to businesses so that they can make better decisions , ” says Jonathan Porter , AccuWeather ’ s Vice President of Business Services and General Manager of Enterprise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ day , that ’ s what we ’ re here to do.
” ( 2 , 5 ) Cristobal made landfall near Grand Isle , Louisiana bringing a five-foot surge in some areas as far as Mississippi .
New Orleans experienced gusting winds and rainfall , leading to a voluntary evacuation for those living near levee systems .
The areas with the heaviest rainfall spanned between Tallahassee and Jacksonville in Florida .
( 3 ) Along the coast at southeast Louisiana and Mississippi , winds reached from 40 to 60 mph .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ north through Arkansas and as far as Missouri , Illinois , and the Great Lakes .
If it continues to the west , it could break another record as the furthest westerly post-tropical system .
( 3 )

Hurricane season officially began June 1, and the 2020 season is already breaking records. According to the weather experts at Accuweather, Tropical Storm Cristobal made weather history as the earliest tropical storm to form in the Atlantic. It hit southern Mexico on June 3, 2020 bringing with it heavy rainfall and flooding. Although some experts thought it could break up, it continued its path reaching Florida and Louisiana. (1)
Chance Hurricane Will Die Down
“There is a small chance the system will break up over southern Mexico late this week, but the more likely scenario is for the storm to survive, move back out over the warm waters of the central Gulf of Mexico, reorganize, strengthen and turn northward toward the U.S. from Friday night to Sunday night,” Accuweather’s Dan Kottlowski said. (1)
Cristobal regained its Tropical Storm status and hit Central America with heavy rainfall, causing flooding in the streets from the state of Tabasco to the Yucatan Peninsula. In this area, 20.61 inches of rain was recorded. (2)
Rated A “1” On Hurricane Scale
“Cristobal continued to pull in moisture from the East Pacific Ocean into northern areas of Central America, drenching the region with heavy, tropical rainfall even a week after Tropical Storm Amanda made landfall,” says Rob Miller, AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist. The damage caused by the storm rated Cristobal a “1” on AccuWeather’s RealImpact Scale™. (2)
Third Tropical Storm Of Hurricane Season
Cristobal is the third tropical system of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season so far. The storm formed in the Bay of Campeche, and hit Mexico at about 8:30 a.m. near Atasta, Mexico. Winds at the time were reported at 60 mph. (2)
Cristobal Hits Louisiana
Although Cristobal was downgraded to a Tropical Depression, it regained power and was regraded as a Tropical Storm again. It made landfall on the Gulf Coast sustaining winds of 50 mph. The storm conditions hit the coastlines of Mississippi and Alabama, while sending heavy rain across the Florida Panhandle. (2)
Cristobal caused issues including tornadoes in Florida, coming dangerously close to Orlando. (2)
Cristobal Not A Hurricane
Despite fears that the storm might strengthen into a hurricane, it maintained its status as a Tropical Storm. Tropical storms have a rating system based on four stages: (3, 4)
Disturbances Depressions Storms Hurricanes
In the case of Cristobal, the storm bounced between a depression and a storm, never quite reaching hurricane status.
“RealImpact” Hurricane Scale
While Accuweather did rate it a 1, their rating system is based on different criteria. “There’s been a long-standing understanding within the weather community and elsewhere that we need better, more effective ways to communicate hurricane risks to the public and to businesses so that they can make better decisions,” says Jonathan Porter, AccuWeather’s Vice President of Business Services and General Manager of Enterprise Solutions “At the end of the day, that’s what we’re here to do.” (2, 5)
Cristobal Hits Louisiana
Cristobal made landfall near Grand Isle, Louisiana bringing a five-foot surge in some areas as far as Mississippi. New Orleans experienced gusting winds and rainfall, leading to a voluntary evacuation for those living near levee systems. The areas with the heaviest rainfall spanned between Tallahassee and Jacksonville in Florida. (3)
Along the coast at southeast Louisiana and Mississippi, winds reached from 40 to 60 mph. The storm could continue to cause damage traveling north through Arkansas and as far as Missouri, Illinois, and the Great Lakes. If it continues to the west, it could break another record as the furthest westerly post-tropical system. (3)


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-08--Quiz: Only People With IQ Range 140-149 Know The Meaning Of These 17 Words

IQ tests have a long and controversial history , but they remain one of the most popular psychological tests taken today .
They measure both crystallized and fluid intelligence .
Crystallized intelligence refers to the skills and knowledge you learn throughout your life .
It is directly impacted by learning and can increase as you get older .
Fluid intelligence refers to your ability to reason , problem-solve , and interpret abstract information .
Fluid intelligence is not impacted by learning , and experts believe that it declines as you get older .
( 1 ) Early intelligence quotient tests @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s mental age by their chronological age and then multiplying that number by 100 .
Today , IQ scores are determined by how far someone differs from the average score , which is 100 .
( 1 , 2 ) This means that the mean IQ score is 100 , with about two-thirds of all scores falling within 15 points above or below it .
So if you have a score around 100 , you ’ re of average intelligence , as do the vast majority of people who take an IQ test @ @ @ @ @ @ @ IQ tests include subtests that measure things like memory , reasoning skills , processing speed , mathematical skills , and language skills .
This is one reason some people believe that vocabulary and intelligence quotient are related and that you can increase your IQ by improving your vocabulary .
( 1 ) Whether or not you agree with the idea that vocabulary and intelligence are related , it ’ s always fun to test your knowledge of words !
( Or maybe that ’ s just me .
Any other English majors out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see how well you know these 17 words .
The answers are in the next section .
No peeking !
• None c. someone who repairs shoes • None c. to cause extreme hunger • None c. to pronounce clearly You can self-score your quiz with the answers below .
If you don ’ t love how well you did , no worries !
We ’ re always learning new words and increasing our vocabulary .
If you want to improve your vocabulary and do some good at the same time , check @ @ @ @ @ @ @ game from the United Nations that donates money to the World Food Programme every time you get an answer correct .
( 3 )

IQ and Vocabulary
IQ tests have a long and controversial history, but they remain one of the most popular psychological tests taken today. They measure both crystallized and fluid intelligence. Crystallized intelligence refers to the skills and knowledge you learn throughout your life. It is directly impacted by learning and can increase as you get older. Fluid intelligence refers to your ability to reason, problem-solve, and interpret abstract information. Fluid intelligence is not impacted by learning, and experts believe that it declines as you get older. (1)
Early intelligence quotient tests were scored by dividing a person’s mental age by their chronological age and then multiplying that number by 100. Today, IQ scores are determined by how far someone differs from the average score, which is 100. (1, 2)
This means that the mean IQ score is 100, with about two-thirds of all scores falling within 15 points above or below it. So if you have a score around 100, you’re of average intelligence, as do the vast majority of people who take an IQ test. (1, 2)
Many IQ tests include subtests that measure things like memory, reasoning skills, processing speed, mathematical skills, and language skills. This is one reason some people believe that vocabulary and intelligence quotient are related and that you can increase your IQ by improving your vocabulary. (1)
Vocabulary Quiz
Whether or not you agree with the idea that vocabulary and intelligence are related, it’s always fun to test your knowledge of words! (Or maybe that’s just me. Any other English majors out there?)
Take this quiz to see how well you know these 17 words. The answers are in the next section. No peeking!
1. fastidious (adjective)
a. excessively particular or demanding
b. bite-sized
c. rowdy
2. cobbler (noun)
a. someone who grows apples
b. someone who makes canes
c. someone who repairs shoes
3. abdicate (verb)
a. to give up a position
b. to secure a stronghold
c. to surrender
4. rescind (verb)
a. to boast
b. to endorse
c. to repeal
5. qualm (noun)
a. a recommendation
b. a feeling of unease
c. a recipe
6. loathe (verb)
a. to concern oneself with others’ business
b. to celebrate
c. to feel intense hatred
7. quaint (adjective)
a. chilly
b. colorful and bright
c. charming and unique
8. brazen (adjective)
a. bold
b. overfilled
c. mild
9. famish (verb)
a. to abolish
b. to mutiny
c. to cause extreme hunger
10. parched (adjective)
a. excited
b. extremely thirsty
c. devastated
11. contingent (adjective)
a. highly likely
b. impossible
c. conditional
12. enunciate (verb)
a. to commit a crime
b. to deteriorate
c. to pronounce clearly
13. dire (adjective)
a. overwhelming
b. extremely serious or urgent
c. ugly
14. gullible (adjective)
a. lazy
b. easily fooled
c. luxurious
15. inferior (adjective)
a. lower in station
b. restless
c. unoriginal
16. vapid (adjective)
a. overbearing
b. offering nothing of substance
c. minimal
17. conundrum (noun)
a. a confusing and difficult problem
b. an apology
c. a confession
Quiz Scoring
You can self-score your quiz with the answers below. If you don’t love how well you did, no worries! We’re always learning new words and increasing our vocabulary. If you want to improve your vocabulary and do some good at the same time, check out freerice.com. It’s a game from the United Nations that donates money to the World Food Programme every time you get an answer correct. (3)


healthyholisticliving--2020-06-09--VIDEO: Penguins Take Accidental Selfie After Finding Camera In Antartica

When expeditioner Eddie Gault set down his camera in Antarctica , it ’ s possible that he thought he ’ d capture some interesting penguin footage .
However , it ’ s unlikely he knew that he would get a penguin selfie on camera !
( 1 ) Gault , an Australian , was visiting Auster Rookery , a breeding ground for Emperor penguins .
Not long after he placed his camera on the ground , a group of penguins waddled over to take a look .
( 1 , 2 ) In the video , you can see a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ closer and closer until it actually knocks the camera over .
Then , a penguin ’ s face appears from above .
It is soon joined by another Emperor penguin .
The pair lean down to inspect the camera , and it appears as if they ’ re taking a penguin selfie !
( 1 ) Of all the types of penguins , Emperor penguins are the largest .
They are 45 inches tall , on average , and can weigh up to 88 pounds .
In the wild , their lifespan is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) Emperor penguins are used to living in harsh conditions , where wind chills can dip as low as -76°F .
The birds ’ bodies have adapted to this climate , but they also work together to stay warm and survive .
Penguins will huddle together in groups to conserve warmth and avoid the wind .
Their cooperation is so well-coordinated that they take turns spending time in the warmth of the inner circle .
Once a penguin warms up , it rotates to the outside of the huddle so another penguin can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Emperor penguins actually breed during the winter .
After females lay their eggs , they leave right away for a two-month hunting trip , during which they travel up to 50 miles to the open ocean to feed .
While they ’ re away , the males watch over the eggs , standing over them and covering them with a flap of skin called a brood patch to keep them warm .
( 3 ) The female penguins return around the time the chicks hatch and feed them with regurgitated food .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the two-month period when the females are away , take off for their own hunting trip .
The mothers take over protecting the chicks with their brood pouches until spring .
( 3 ) Auster Rookery , where Gault was visiting when his camera captured the penguin selfie , is located near Mawson Station , one of Australia ’ s Antarctic research stations .
Researchers from Mawson took a day trip to Auster Rookery in 2018 .
Trent Nichols , an electrician , recorded their experience on the Australian Antarctic Division ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) As they approached the rookery , Nichols described walking through “ an iceberg alleyway ” .
He wrote , “ the icebergs are taller than city buildings , like canyons with rows of penguins traveling in single file in and out of the rookery.
” ( 2 ) Once the group emerged from the alleyway , they found themselves in the open space of the rookery , which is sheltered by icebergs .
Nichols observed hundreds of Emperor penguins , both adults and chicks .
To Nichols and his companions , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ photos of the trip with his account and wrote , “ You don ’ t need to be a professional photographer , or have state-of-the-art camera gear , to capture a beautiful , Nat Geo type image here : just point , shoot and capture whatever is in front of you.
” And if you leave your camera unattended , you might just capture a penguin selfie .

Penguin Selfie Recorded in Antarctica
When expeditioner Eddie Gault set down his camera in Antarctica, it’s possible that he thought he’d capture some interesting penguin footage. However, it’s unlikely he knew that he would get a penguin selfie on camera! (1)
Gault, an Australian, was visiting Auster Rookery, a breeding ground for Emperor penguins. Not long after he placed his camera on the ground, a group of penguins waddled over to take a look. (1, 2)
In the video, you can see a penguin’s feet approaching, getting closer and closer until it actually knocks the camera over. Then, a penguin’s face appears from above. It is soon joined by another Emperor penguin. The pair lean down to inspect the camera, and it appears as if they’re taking a penguin selfie! (1)
Emperor Penguins
Of all the types of penguins, Emperor penguins are the largest. They are 45 inches tall, on average, and can weigh up to 88 pounds. In the wild, their lifespan is 15 to 20 years. (3)
Emperor penguins are used to living in harsh conditions, where wind chills can dip as low as -76°F. The birds’ bodies have adapted to this climate, but they also work together to stay warm and survive. Penguins will huddle together in groups to conserve warmth and avoid the wind. Their cooperation is so well-coordinated that they take turns spending time in the warmth of the inner circle. Once a penguin warms up, it rotates to the outside of the huddle so another penguin can enjoy the heat. (3)
Emperor penguins actually breed during the winter. After females lay their eggs, they leave right away for a two-month hunting trip, during which they travel up to 50 miles to the open ocean to feed. While they’re away, the males watch over the eggs, standing over them and covering them with a flap of skin called a brood patch to keep them warm. (3)
The female penguins return around the time the chicks hatch and feed them with regurgitated food. The males, who don’t eat for the two-month period when the females are away, take off for their own hunting trip. The mothers take over protecting the chicks with their brood pouches until spring. (3)
Auster Rookery
Auster Rookery, where Gault was visiting when his camera captured the penguin selfie, is located near Mawson Station, one of Australia’s Antarctic research stations. Researchers from Mawson took a day trip to Auster Rookery in 2018. Trent Nichols, an electrician, recorded their experience on the Australian Antarctic Division’s website. (1, 2)
As they approached the rookery, Nichols described walking through “an iceberg alleyway”. He wrote, “the icebergs are taller than city buildings, like canyons with rows of penguins traveling in single file in and out of the rookery.” (2)
Once the group emerged from the alleyway, they found themselves in the open space of the rookery, which is sheltered by icebergs. Nichols observed hundreds of Emperor penguins, both adults and chicks.
To Nichols and his companions, the setting was magical. He included some photos of the trip with his account and wrote, “You don’t need to be a professional photographer, or have state-of-the-art camera gear, to capture a beautiful, Nat Geo type image here: just point, shoot and capture whatever is in front of you.” And if you leave your camera unattended, you might just capture a penguin selfie.