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Five-minute nature workouts lift mood and self-esteem, especially near water
health14 days ago

Five-minute nature workouts lift mood and self-esteem, especially near water

Pooling 10 UK studies (1,252 people) found that outdoor exercise in nature tends to lift mood and self-esteem, with the biggest self-esteem boost from just five minutes; settings that include water boosted the effect more than green-only areas. The gains are modest but consistent, showing a dose–response where shorter sessions can be more impactful, and while the mechanism isn’t known, the result suggests brief outdoor activity could offer public-health benefits.

via Space Daily|
#health#mood#nature
Breadcrumbing: The New Ghosting That Damages Self-Esteem
relationships11 months ago

Breadcrumbing: The New Ghosting That Damages Self-Esteem

Breadcrumbing, a toxic dating behavior where someone gives minimal attention to keep a partner interested without commitment, is more prevalent than ghosting and can cause significant damage to self-esteem by fostering uncertainty and emotional manipulation. Experts warn that this slow-burn form of rejection is amplified by social media and dating apps, leading to emotional distress, especially among young adults, and recommend setting boundaries and prioritizing self-worth to cope.

via VegOut|
#breadcrumbing#emotional-manipulation#ghosting
Jealousy Over Past Relationships: A Love Dilemma
sex1 year ago

Jealousy Over Past Relationships: A Love Dilemma

A man seeks advice on how to handle local gossip about his girlfriend's past and how to explore ethical nonmonogamy himself, with suggestions including ignoring or confronting the gossip, improving self-confidence, and using dating apps like Feeld to meet like-minded people. The article also discusses health issues related to aging and genital concerns, emphasizing the importance of consulting a doctor.

via Slate Magazine|
#advice#health#nonmonogamy
Khloe Kardashian Opens Up About Dating and Health Choices
entertainment1 year ago

Khloe Kardashian Opens Up About Dating and Health Choices

Khloe Kardashian has shared that she is happily single and not interested in dating, three years after her breakup with Tristan Thompson. She emphasized focusing on self-improvement and maintaining her confidence, which was affected by past relationships. Khloe also expressed concerns about dating as a single mother in the public eye, preferring to prioritize her children and personal growth over new relationships.

via E! NEWS|
#dating#entertainment#khloe-kardashian
"The Psychological Path from Loneliness to Smartphone Addiction"
psychology2 years ago

"The Psychological Path from Loneliness to Smartphone Addiction"

A new study suggests that loneliness contributes to addictive smartphone use among adolescents, with self-esteem and boredom proneness acting as mediators. The need to belong also plays a role, amplifying the effects of boredom proneness and loneliness on addictive smartphone use. The findings highlight the complexity of factors contributing to smartphone addiction and emphasize the importance of social dynamics in understanding this behavior among young people. However, the study's cross-sectional design and reliance on self-reported measures are noted as limitations, and future research is recommended to explore the evolution of addictive smartphone use over time and consider additional motivational and contextual factors.

via PsyPost|
#adolescents#boredom-proneness#loneliness
"Neuroscience Techniques for Overcoming Body Hate"
health-and-wellness2 years ago

"Neuroscience Techniques for Overcoming Body Hate"

A body image survey revealed that many women experience negative thoughts about their bodies daily, with social media likely exacerbating the issue. Neuroscience suggests that habitual negative self-talk strengthens neural pathways, but purposeful attention and mental training can change the brain to develop body-affirming thinking. Projection of negative feelings onto the body can lead to body dissatisfaction, as demonstrated by a college student's experience. An exercise is recommended to track negative body thoughts and recognize underlying emotional issues, with seeking help and support as a more effective approach to addressing body dissatisfaction.

via YourTango|
#body-image#health-and-wellness#mental-health
"Connection Between Orthorexia Nervosa, Low Self-Esteem, and Obsessive Perfectionism"
health-psychology2 years ago

"Connection Between Orthorexia Nervosa, Low Self-Esteem, and Obsessive Perfectionism"

A new study published in the Journal of Eating Disorders suggests that individuals with lower self-esteem and heightened obsessive perfectionism are more susceptible to orthorexia nervosa tendencies, a pathological fixation on healthy eating. The study, which included 977 participants from Italy, Lebanon, and Poland, found that those with high levels of obsession-compulsion and perfectionism, alongside low self-esteem, were significantly more prone to exhibit orthorexia nervosa tendencies. Geographical differences also emerged, with participants from Lebanon showing higher orthorexia nervosa tendencies. The study highlights the importance of assessing self-esteem, obsessive–compulsive symptoms, and perfectionism in individuals with orthorexia nervosa tendencies and suggests that interventions aimed at building self-esteem and reducing obsessive–compulsive and perfectionism symptoms may benefit those at risk.

via PsyPost|
#eating-disorders#health-psychology#obsessive-perfectionism
Maine 8-Year-Old Sets Unintentional Fashion Trend at School
human-interest2 years ago

Maine 8-Year-Old Sets Unintentional Fashion Trend at School

Eight-year-old James Ramage from Chelsea, Maine, started wearing a suit to school, inspiring his classmates to join him in dressing up for "Dapper Wednesday." The initiative, created by the students, has become a hit at Chelsea Elementary, with teacher Dean Paquette noting the positive impact on self-esteem. The school has even established a "Dapper Closet" for donations to ensure all students can participate. Ramage's message is simple: "Just wear what they want to wear."

via CBS News|
#dapper-wednesday#education#fashion