Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
dimanche 2 février 2020
Dr. Doofenshmirtz From Phineas and Ferb Sang Billie Eilish's "Bad Guy" - You Read That Right
In the era of Billie Eilish, you can see (and hear) "Bad Guy" covers left and right. Yet, for some reason, I wasn't expecting Dr. Doofenshmirtz from Phineas and Ferb to step into the ring. Dan Povenmire, the man behind the iconic character, recently gave "Bad Guy" his own spin during a holiday party and shared a YouTube video of the whole act on Jan. 25. He tweaked Eilish's lyrics to pay tribute to the wacky Doofenshmirtz and his feud with Perry the Platypus. This is 2020, y'all.
Twitter is forever in debt to the person who asked for this, since the video has already gained over 1 million views in a few days. I guess the people know what they want and what they want is . . . Dr. Heinz Doofernshmirtz. Watch the clip above to see all the ridiculous hilarity go down.
18 Films Even Sexier Than Fifty Shades of Grey
Fifty Shades of Grey is an undeniably sexy film, but it's certainly not the only erotic movie out there that explores more singular sexual tastes. From bondage and BDSM to pure, passionate sex, we've rounded up movies that give Fifty Shades a run for its money when it comes to sex-filled scenes and interesting additions in the bedroom (or the car, or the bathroom floor, or the middle of a room filled with masked members of a secret society). If you're up for something a little different than your average romance, then these movies are sure to satisfy.
samedi 1 février 2020
In Defense of Brutal Honesty, Even If People Don't Want to Hear It
If you ask anyone in my family or any of my good friends to describe me in one word, I'm fairly confident the most common response would be "honest." It's common knowledge that I don't mince words. I am not the person you come to if you want to be pandered to or let down gently. Frankly, I just don't see the point. I do not enjoy the idea of being disingenuous, especially to people I care about, but really, to anyone at all. The way I see it, I'm not doing anyone any favors by lying. The more time and effort I spend thinking of ways to lie to you about your problem is less time we could be spending thinking about solutions. Let's get it over with, rip off the Band-Aid, and get to work.
I am proudly honest, but please don't mistake my honesty for cruelty. I don't seek out ways to be nasty and I definitely don't savor the feeling or act of telling someone I care about something difficult. But to me, it's worth it if it will save that person pain in the future or will bring about a more rapid end to a current painful situation. I also don't let my honesty fly willy-nilly and volunteer opinions without that opinion being specifically requested. Again, I do not enjoy hurting anyone.
I draw the line at giving negative opinions about something that can't be changed. If you come to me and ask my honest opinion about the name you have given your child and it is the name that is already printed on the birth certificate, there is no possible way I can do anything but love it. That's for you and little what's-his-name to deal with when he grows up and realizes what you did to him. My telling you that now would only serve to hurt you and ruin our friendship, and that is never my intention. I am not above white lies, but only in situations when my telling you the truth would be worse than lying.
The way I see it, I'm not doing anyone any favors by lying.
In my experience, people don't ask for honest opinions unless they know the truth already. If you have a garbage boyfriend, you probably know he's garbage. So if you ask me what I think, I don't know why I would tell you he's anything but garbage. You are my friend; I care about you; I want you to be with someone who is not garbage. I would be doing you a disservice otherwise, and if that makes me a b*tch, then I guess I'm a b*tch. I'd rather be considered a "b*tch" than a liar or a terrible friend.
Recently, my brutal honesty was blamed as the reason for a longtime friendship ending. I will not go into great detail, but a friend had been acting in a self-destructive manner for quite a while and grew frustrated at my inability to believe her insistence that she was "fine." It got to a point where the friendship had become so toxic that staying in contact was only punishment for us both. I was called cruel and uncaring and purposely nasty, but when I go back over what was said and done, I regret nothing. I wasn't saying anything she didn't already know, and I refuse to sit back and enable someone I care about to destroy themselves, not while I have the ability to possibly change the outcome.
I will never be the friend who sits with you on the couch, nodding and making sympathetic noises while you cry over your latest SO and explaining that it's not that they don't want to be with you, "they're just, like, super busy with work." I will sit you down and list all the ways they're terrible. I will explain exactly how obvious it is that they aren't into you, and why that sh*t is not to be tolerated. I will tell you why you deserve better and, when you are ready, I will help you move on. Because I love you. Honestly.
Please Put Your Hands Together For the Best Dressed Celebs of the 2020 Award Season
There's no denying that this year's star-studded award season knocked our expectations out of the park with every iconic fashion look debuted on every red carpet. Each show, from the Golden Globes to the Grammys, featured more glitz, more glam, and more lust-worthy style statements that will stay with us forever. TBH we already pinned them all to our fashion inspiration boards.
The red carpet styles this year had no shortage in the sexy dress department, cheeky accessories closet, or million-dollar jewelry selection (please refer to J Lo's necklace and earrings that cost more than a mansion), thus setting the bar extra high for all award shows to come. From barely-there dresses to romantic gowns, gaze upon these gorgeous red carpet looks that won us over from each award show in 2020, with celebrities in order from A to Z. Now who's ready for the 2020 Oscars?
2020 is Going To Be Your Best-Smelling Year Yet, Thanks To These Perfumes Launches
Some people say the closest relationship you can have in beauty is with your hairstylist or manicurist, but we beg to differ: we think your perfume is the most personal aspect of your beauty routine. Scent is so closely linked to your memory bank and mood (think about it, there's nothing else that can make you feel anything from sexy to confident to cool with just a spritz), which is why finding a fragrance you love can make all the difference in how you kick off a new year.
In 2020, pick a perfume that embodies what you envision for yourself for the next 365 days. Want to feel sweet and sensual? There's a scent for that. After something that will match your carefree vibe? There's an elixir for that, too.
To help you choose from the array of options, we've rounded up some of our favorites fragrances that have launched in 2020 so far. Get a whiff of 'em, ahead.
26 Rosa Diaz GIFs to Use When You're Feeling Deadpan as Hell
Portrayed by one utterly talented Stephanie Beatriz (hello, still not over her real voice!), Brooklyn Nine-Nine's Rosa Diaz is a lot of things: a queer icon, tough-as-hell cop, and purveyor of the cool leather jacket look. As the 99th Precinct's resident badass, she's one of the richest and most interesting characters on TV, never running out of hilariously dark lines delivered in her signature deadpan. Just like Shrek and onions, she has layers - you'll find her violently shaking a computer monitor in one moment and reluctantly revealing that she was at a La La Land sing-along in the next. While we wait for season seven of Brooklyn Nine-Nine (Coming in February!), here are the very best Rosa moments of all time.
24 Smart Home Gadgets That Will Make 2020 a Million Times Easier
If you're on a mission to make sure you have the most updated home this year, don't stop with decorating. Having the right tech gadgets can make all the difference, too. To help you narrow in on the hottest picks of the year, we did the hard work for you. From smart notebooks to a robot mop that cleans the floor for you, these won't disappoint.
Ahead, you can shop 24 cool home gadgets will no doubt improve your home in one way or another. They're so good, you'll wonder how you lived so long without them. Keep reading to shop them all, and we guarantee they'll make your day to day a little easier (and more enjoyable).
This Chic Boot Is Dominating the Copenhagen Fashion Week Street Style Scene
From shoes to bags and t-shirts, certain items are simply destined for cult status. Such is case for a delicious pair of knee-high boots from the ethical, London-based shoe brand, Dear Frances; the Ana boot ($600, originally $750), to be exact. Counting celebrities like Selena Gomez, Bella Hadid, Emma Roberts, Kendall Jenner, Sienna Miller, and Katy Perry as fans, the direct-to-consumer shoe brand focuses on creating luxurious classics for the modern woman. In the boot department, think wear-everywhere ankle boots, perfectly slouchy pull-on silhouettes, and sleek combat styles, all of which feature impeccably sleek detailing.
With knee-high boots being one of the right-now styles fashion girls can't get enough of, it's no surprise we're seeing them - and the Dear Frances Ana boot - worn with great fervor at Copenhagen Fashion Week. And by fervor, we mean in the most genius combinations from croc-effect styles paired with minimalist separates, buttery-soft leather silhouettes layered under oversize clothing, and boldly printed iterations teamed with tailored leather. Made from supple leather with a modern angled heel that's not too high, it's a versatile style with just about any outfit wardrobe (though we're totally here for the trendy boot tuck with trousers look). The ever-so-slight slouch gives it a cool and modern feel that we love with everything from skirts to dresses and jeans.
Since the Scandinavian street style set really knows how to piece together creative outfits and show us how to pull off a knee-high boot with ease, ahead, check out exactly how they're styling Dear Frances' now-cult Ana boot and shop your favorite version, from croc-effect to a cow-print and solid leather. While the minimalist style is quickly selling out, the brand is adding it to their core collection and will re-stock again come September.
18 Inspiring Netflix Shows Committed to Representing People With Disabilities
According to a report published by the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention in August 2018, one in four adults have a disability. Unfortunately, only 2.1 percent of regular characters on primetime TV in the 2018-2019 season actually had a disability, per a recent report from GLAAD. Disability representation includes characters with both visible and invisible disabilities - such as blindness, deafness, and genetic disorders, as well as those with mental challenges and illnesses - and we are far from having accurate representation in TV.
However, just like with racially diverse characters and LGBTQ+ characters, Netflix continues to push for inclusivity by incorporating characters with disabilities into its shows. Here are just 18 shows that are working to portray what it's like to live your life with a disability.
Want to Lose Weight? Try This Celebrity Trainer's Simple, 4-Week Walking Plan
When it comes to weight loss, celeb trainer and New York Times bestselling author Harley Pasternak, MSc, has a catchphrase: "Strong in the gym, lean in life." The nutrition scientist, and personal coach to the likes of Amy Schumer, Kim Kardashian, and Rihanna has told POPSUGAR on numerous occasions that the best way to lose weight is easier than you think: just walk more. Here, Harley makes his compelling case and shares a simple, month-long plan to get you started.
Why Walking and Not Running?
"Walking is something that can be woven into the fabric of the day," Harley said. "With running, you need to book a time to do it; you need to dress a certain way, wear specific shoes, be in a specific mindset, have time to shower after and re-dress - you don't have to do that with walking."
Additionally, he told us that there's a "direct correlation" between intensity of cardio and appetite, meaning the more strenuous cardio you do, the hangrier you'll be afterward. "It's why we use the phrase 'working up an appetite,'" he said. So if weight loss is your goal, walking will be your way to lean out in 2019.
The Plan
Harley believes in this approach so much that getting a step tracker is part of his prescribed regimen to his celebrity clients. While adding in steps here and there will certainly add up over time, we asked him for a four-week plan, giving us a target to work with.
"This plan starts off assuming your current step count is 10,000 steps per day," Harley told POPSUGAR. The goal is that by the end of week four, you're walking an additional 4,000 steps per day.
- Week one: 11,000 steps each day, Sunday through Saturday
- Week two: 12,000 steps each day, Sunday through Saturday
- Week three: 13,000 steps each day, Sunday through Saturday
- Week four: 14,000 steps each day, Sunday through Saturday
Harley acknowledged that "jumping 1,000 steps per day each week can be daunting" and that not everyone is starting at 10,000 steps each day. If you're hovering somewhere closer to 5,000 steps daily, the goal is the same. Add 1,000 steps per day for week one, another 1,000 for week two, and so on until your new daily average is 4,000 steps above your start point.
"For those that are starting at a lower step count, don't stop at the end of week four," he said. "The optimum range of steps is different for everyone, but I haven't met anyone who hasn't been able to physically keep up with 14,000 steps per day unless they have an underlying medical condition."
The goal is the same: "Get to a place where you hit a daily step goal that you can sustain without leading to mental and physical burnout." Sound good? Great. Let's do this.
These 66 Teen Movies on Netflix Will Take You Back to High School
Netflix has upped its teen movie game in recent years, and the results have been delightful to say the least - come on, you know you've watched The Perfect Date at least a dozen times by now, too. There's no doubt that the streaming service is reawakening our love for teen movies, and thankfully there are tons of unforgettable titles about high school, friendships, and first love tucked away in its library. In fact, there are so many funny, heartbreaking, and downright classic movies about teens available to stream, you could spend the next few months channeling your 16-year-old self. From new favorites to '80s classics, these are the best teen movies streaming on Netflix right now.
Looking for even more Netflix recs? Check out more movies and TV shows that are available on Netflix in January here.
- With Haley Lyndes, Hannah Abrams, Lauren Harano, and Corinne Sullivan
Madison Beer's Futuristic "Good in Goodbye" Video Is Like a Black Mirror Episode
Madison Beer just took everything we love about Black Mirror on Netflix and turned it into a super trippy "Good in Goodbye" music video that has us ready to take on our evil twins. In what looks to be a follow-up video to her 2019 song "Dear Society," Beer is seen trapped in a lab, where she's hooked up to a mind-altering machine that sends her into a video game-like simulation. During the simulation, she's forced to defeat her toxic alter ego, who walks around with pupil-less eyes and blood dripping from her hands - so freaky.
As the video continues on, Beer and her evil other half - which seem to represent conflicting sides of her mind - take each other on in an electrifying battle set on the moon, that could mean the end of her world. See what happens when Beer faces off against her other half in the full "Good in Goodbye" video here.
Want to Lose Weight? Try This Celebrity Trainer's Simple, 4-Week Walking Plan
When it comes to weight loss, celeb trainer and New York Times bestselling author Harley Pasternak, MSc, has a catchphrase: "Strong in the gym, lean in life." The nutrition scientist, and personal coach to the likes of Amy Schumer, Kim Kardashian, and Rihanna has told POPSUGAR on numerous occasions that the best way to lose weight is easier than you think: just walk more. Here, Harley makes his compelling case and shares a simple, month-long plan to get you started.
Why Walking and Not Running?
"Walking is something that can be woven into the fabric of the day," Harley said. "With running, you need to book a time to do it; you need to dress a certain way, wear specific shoes, be in a specific mindset, have time to shower after and re-dress - you don't have to do that with walking."
Additionally, he told us that there's a "direct correlation" between intensity of cardio and appetite, meaning the more strenuous cardio you do, the hangrier you'll be afterward. "It's why we use the phrase 'working up an appetite,'" he said. So if weight loss is your goal, walking will be your way to lean out in 2019.
The Plan
Harley believes in this approach so much that getting a step tracker is part of his prescribed regimen to his celebrity clients. While adding in steps here and there will certainly add up over time, we asked him for a four-week plan, giving us a target to work with.
"This plan starts off assuming your current step count is 10,000 steps per day," Harley told POPSUGAR. The goal is that by the end of week four, you're walking an additional 4,000 steps per day.
- Week one: 11,000 steps each day, Sunday through Saturday
- Week two: 12,000 steps each day, Sunday through Saturday
- Week three: 13,000 steps each day, Sunday through Saturday
- Week four: 14,000 steps each day, Sunday through Saturday
Harley acknowledged that "jumping 1,000 steps per day each week can be daunting" and that not everyone is starting at 10,000 steps each day. If you're hovering somewhere closer to 5,000 steps daily, the goal is the same. Add 1,000 steps per day for week one, another 1,000 for week two, and so on until your new daily average is 4,000 steps above your start point.
"For those that are starting at a lower step count, don't stop at the end of week four," he said. "The optimum range of steps is different for everyone, but I haven't met anyone who hasn't been able to physically keep up with 14,000 steps per day unless they have an underlying medical condition."
The goal is the same: "Get to a place where you hit a daily step goal that you can sustain without leading to mental and physical burnout." Sound good? Great. Let's do this.
You Don't Have to Like Sports to Be Captivated by These 10 Sports Documentaries on Netflix
Maybe you're not a sports person. Maybe you don't even know what a first down is. However, the great thing about sports documentaries is that you don't have to like or even understand the game to become deeply invested. If you teared up during Brian's Song and felt your heart grow three sizes while watching The Blind Side, chances are you'll find a documentary just as entertaining. From hockey to boxing to competitive cheerleading, Netflix has plenty of riveting sports documentaries and docuseries available to stream, and while there aren't nearly as many films about women's sports as there should be, Netflix's selection still doesn't disappoint.
26 Rosa Diaz GIFs to Use When You're Feeling Deadpan as Hell
Portrayed by one utterly talented Stephanie Beatriz (hello, still not over her real voice!), Brooklyn Nine-Nine's Rosa Diaz is a lot of things: a queer icon, tough-as-hell cop, and purveyor of the cool leather jacket look. As the 99th Precinct's resident badass, she's one of the richest and most interesting characters on TV, never running out of hilariously dark lines delivered in her signature deadpan. Just like Shrek and onions, she has layers - you'll find her violently shaking a computer monitor in one moment and reluctantly revealing that she was at a La La Land sing-along in the next. While we wait for season seven of Brooklyn Nine-Nine (Coming in February!), here are the very best Rosa moments of all time.
18 Inspiring Netflix Shows Committed to Representing People With Disabilities
According to a report published by the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention in August 2018, one in four adults have a disability. Unfortunately, only 2.1 percent of regular characters on primetime TV in the 2018-2019 season actually had a disability, per a recent report from GLAAD. Disability representation includes characters with both visible and invisible disabilities - such as blindness, deafness, and genetic disorders, as well as those with mental challenges and illnesses - and we are far from having accurate representation in TV.
However, just like with racially diverse characters and LGBTQ+ characters, Netflix continues to push for inclusivity by incorporating characters with disabilities into its shows. Here are just 18 shows that are working to portray what it's like to live your life with a disability.
24 Smart Home Gadgets That Will Make 2020 a Million Times Easier
If you're on a mission to make sure you have the most updated home this year, don't stop with decorating. Having the right tech gadgets can make all the difference, too. To help you narrow in on the hottest picks of the year, we did the hard work for you. From smart notebooks to a robot mop that cleans the floor for you, these won't disappoint.
Ahead, you can shop 24 cool home gadgets will no doubt improve your home in one way or another. They're so good, you'll wonder how you lived so long without them. Keep reading to shop them all, and we guarantee they'll make your day to day a little easier (and more enjoyable).
These 66 Teen Movies on Netflix Will Take You Back to High School
Netflix has upped its teen movie game in recent years, and the results have been delightful to say the least - come on, you know you've watched The Perfect Date at least a dozen times by now, too. There's no doubt that the streaming service is reawakening our love for teen movies, and thankfully there are tons of unforgettable titles about high school, friendships, and first love tucked away in its library. In fact, there are so many funny, heartbreaking, and downright classic movies about teens available to stream, you could spend the next few months channeling your 16-year-old self. From new favorites to '80s classics, these are the best teen movies streaming on Netflix right now.
Looking for even more Netflix recs? Check out more movies and TV shows that are available on Netflix in January here.
- With Haley Lyndes, Hannah Abrams, Lauren Harano, and Corinne Sullivan
Madison Beer's Futuristic "Good in Goodbye" Video Is Like a Black Mirror Episode
Madison Beer just took everything we love about Black Mirror on Netflix and turned it into a super trippy "Good in Goodbye" music video that has us ready to take on our evil twins. In what looks to be a follow-up video to her 2019 song "Dear Society," Beer is seen trapped in a lab, where she's hooked up to a mind-altering machine that sends her into a video game-like simulation. During the simulation, she's forced to defeat her toxic alter ego, who walks around with pupil-less eyes and blood dripping from her hands - so freaky.
As the video continues on, Beer and her evil other half - which seem to represent conflicting sides of her mind - take each other on in an electrifying battle set on the moon, that could mean the end of her world. See what happens when Beer faces off against her other half in the full "Good in Goodbye" video here.
25 Brilliant Books Coming Out in February
Get your shelves ready, because February is a big month for new releases that need to be on your radar. From a sizzling hot hate-to-love romance to a creative dystopian vision of the American West, the best books of February are a diverse bunch. This month brings highly anticipated thrillers, a collection of poetry that everyone needs to read, and author debuts that already have the book world talking. Forget Valentine's Day plans, the only thing you need to be worried about this month is finding enough time to read all of the amazing new books that are about to be added to your TBR.
2020 Is Off to an Incredibly Sexy Start, Thanks to These Music Videos
Who doesn't like sexy music videos? That's a rhetorical question, obviously, because everyone does. Whether they're subtle and sultry or overtly NSFW-sexual, 2020 has already provided some seriously hot videos from some of our fave artists, including Selena Gomez, Halsey, and Justin Bieber, among plenty of others, and this year is just getting started. From pop to country to rap, videos can be sexy in any music genre, and as well as providing plenty of eye-candy, watching hot music videos can be incredibly empowering as well. Here are just some of the sexiest videos we've been blessed with in 2020.
26 Books Everyone Should Read Before They Become TV Shows
Hollywood has long looked to books for movie inspiration, but more than ever before, books are now inspiring your favorite TV shows, too. Last year, books and graphic novels like Watchmen, Shrill, and The Witcher became some of the year's most talked-about shows, and 2020's lineup of book-to-TV adaptations is looking even more robust. From the pulp horror of Lovecraft Country to the romantic historical drama series Bridgerton, books across every genre are heading for the small screen - and if you want to keep up with all of the adaptations coming your way, then consider this your reading list for the year.
24 Smart Home Gadgets That Will Make 2020 a Million Times Easier
If you're on a mission to make sure you have the most updated home this year, don't stop with decorating. Having the right tech gadgets can make all the difference, too. To help you narrow in on the hottest picks of the year, we did the hard work for you. From smart notebooks to a robot mop that cleans the floor for you, these won't disappoint.
Ahead, you can shop 24 cool home gadgets will no doubt improve your home in one way or another. They're so good, you'll wonder how you lived so long without them. Keep reading to shop them all, and we guarantee they'll make your day to day a little easier (and more enjoyable).
2020 is Going To Be Your Best-Smelling Year Yet, Thanks To These Perfumes Launches
Some people say the closest relationship you can have in beauty is with your hairstylist or manicurist, but we beg to differ: we think your perfume is the most personal aspect of your beauty routine. Scent is so closely linked to your memory bank and mood (think about it, there's nothing else that can make you feel anything from sexy to confident to cool with just a spritz), which is why finding a fragrance you love can make all the difference in how you kick off a new year.
In 2020, pick a perfume that embodies what you envision for yourself for the next 365 days. Want to feel sweet and sensual? There's a scent for that. After something that will match your carefree vibe? There's an elixir for that, too.
To help you choose from the array of options, we've rounded up some of our favorites fragrances that have launched in 2020 so far. Get a whiff of 'em, ahead.
This Chic Boot Is Dominating the Copenhagen Fashion Week Street Style Scene
From shoes to bags and t-shirts, certain items are simply destined for cult status. Such is case for a delicious pair of knee-high boots from the ethical, London-based shoe brand, Dear Frances; the Ana boot ($600, originally $750), to be exact. Counting celebrities like Selena Gomez, Bella Hadid, Emma Roberts, Kendall Jenner, Sienna Miller, and Katy Perry as fans, the direct-to-consumer shoe brand focuses on creating luxurious classics for the modern woman. In the boot department, think wear-everywhere ankle boots, perfectly slouchy pull-on silhouettes, and sleek combat styles, all of which feature impeccably sleek detailing.
With knee-high boots being one of the right-now styles fashion girls can't get enough of, it's no surprise we're seeing them - and the Dear Frances Ana boot - worn with great fervor at Copenhagen Fashion Week. And by fervor, we mean in the most genius combinations from croc-effect styles paired with minimalist separates, buttery-soft leather silhouettes layered under oversize clothing, and boldly printed iterations teamed with tailored leather. Made from supple leather with a modern angled heel that's not too high, it's a versatile style with just about any outfit wardrobe (though we're totally here for the trendy boot tuck with trousers look). The ever-so-slight slouch gives it a cool and modern feel that we love with everything from skirts to dresses and jeans.
Since the Scandinavian street style set really knows how to piece together creative outfits and show us how to pull off a knee-high boot with ease, ahead, check out exactly how they're styling Dear Frances' now-cult Ana boot and shop your favorite version, from croc-effect to a cow-print and solid leather. While the minimalist style is quickly selling out, the brand is adding it to their core collection and will re-stock again come September.
vendredi 31 janvier 2020
These Are the Symptoms of Anxiety I Wish I Knew About Sooner
I was 12 years old the first time my heart started to beat so fast, I swore it was going to pop out of my chest and onto the carpeted floor of my science classroom, like the frog we'd attempted to dissect the week before. Anxiety has always been a part of my life, even when I didn't have the words to describe it. When I lived on a busy street in Redwood City, CA, as a toddler, I raced through my house assuring someone (my parents? myself?), "It's OK, it's OK!" every time a motorcycle or ambulance roared past. It was cute then, but the hot flashes I began to experience in college, or the feeling I might pass out in the middle of the day in high school, were terrifying. Had I known these were all symptoms of my anxiety, I might not have felt as afraid when they struck.
Random waves of nausea and lightheadedness were particularly scary because I didn't know why they were happening - and because I was anxious, I always assumed the worst. I didn't just have first-date jitters; I was afraid I might actually puke on a date. And an elevated heart rate - something I started to experience much more frequently this year - led to countless, frantic Google searches.
Related: I Have an Anxiety Disorder, and I'm Begging You: Please Stop Telling Me to Relax
I wish I knew anxiety wouldn't always look the same, either, and that as I grew up, I would start experiencing new symptoms, like muscle tension and fatigue. In high school, I used my constant vigilance to my advantage and got things done quickly - but starting in college, the racing thoughts that once helped me finish tasks so efficiently sped by me before I could even begin to unscramble them. I started to feel ineffective and slow, overwhelmed by the constant dialogue in my head. Why were my thoughts moving so fast that I couldn't understand them, and why was I no longer motivated to even begin parsing through them?
There have been days when I've been so paralyzed by the nervous energy coursing through me that I couldn't bear to get out of bed.
There have been days when I've been so paralyzed by the nervous energy coursing through me that I couldn't bear to get out of bed until late afternoon, when the urge to eat or use the bathroom became too strong to ignore. If only I had known how tired anxiety can make a person, I might have felt less guilty or surprised when the fatigue became so debilitating. Now when I have days like this, I understand that it will pass. I'm usually able to push past the feelings of exhaustion to make it to class or work, but when leaving the house on days off feels impossible, I try to give my body the rest it needs.
While these symptoms make my life harder, I know that my anxiety isn't always a bad thing. It helps me empathize with others, and incredibly, having this high baseline level of worry makes the fear I feel in the face of an actual threat somehow feel more manageable. I can remain "calm" in situations that cause other people's heart rates to skyrocket, though I'm a master at blowing things that aren't emergencies way out of proportion. But if I could change anything about the past decade of my life, I'd want one of the doctors, therapists, or nurse practitioners I visited to take a moment to address some of the lesser-known symptoms of anxiety. Maybe I could have alleviated some of the them, or at least not been so alarmed when they reared their heads - because the last thing anyone with anxiety needs is another reason to worry.
These Are the Symptoms of Anxiety I Wish I Knew About Sooner
I was 12 years old the first time my heart started to beat so fast, I swore it was going to pop out of my chest and onto the carpeted floor of my science classroom, like the frog we'd attempted to dissect the week before. Anxiety has always been a part of my life, even when I didn't have the words to describe it. When I lived on a busy street in Redwood City, CA, as a toddler, I raced through my house assuring someone (my parents? myself?), "It's OK, it's OK!" every time a motorcycle or ambulance roared past. It was cute then, but the hot flashes I began to experience in college, or the feeling I might pass out in the middle of the day in high school, were terrifying. Had I known these were all symptoms of my anxiety, I might not have felt as afraid when they struck.
Random waves of nausea and lightheadedness were particularly scary because I didn't know why they were happening - and because I was anxious, I always assumed the worst. I didn't just have first-date jitters; I was afraid I might actually puke on a date. And an elevated heart rate - something I started to experience much more frequently this year - led to countless, frantic Google searches.
Related: I Have an Anxiety Disorder, and I'm Begging You: Please Stop Telling Me to Relax
I wish I knew anxiety wouldn't always look the same, either, and that as I grew up, I would start experiencing new symptoms, like muscle tension and fatigue. In high school, I used my constant vigilance to my advantage and got things done quickly - but starting in college, the racing thoughts that once helped me finish tasks so efficiently sped by me before I could even begin to unscramble them. I started to feel ineffective and slow, overwhelmed by the constant dialogue in my head. Why were my thoughts moving so fast that I couldn't understand them, and why was I no longer motivated to even begin parsing through them?
There have been days when I've been so paralyzed by the nervous energy coursing through me that I couldn't bear to get out of bed.
There have been days when I've been so paralyzed by the nervous energy coursing through me that I couldn't bear to get out of bed until late afternoon, when the urge to eat or use the bathroom became too strong to ignore. If only I had known how tired anxiety can make a person, I might have felt less guilty or surprised when the fatigue became so debilitating. Now when I have days like this, I understand that it will pass. I'm usually able to push past the feelings of exhaustion to make it to class or work, but when leaving the house on days off feels impossible, I try to give my body the rest it needs.
While these symptoms make my life harder, I know that my anxiety isn't always a bad thing. It helps me empathize with others, and incredibly, having this high baseline level of worry makes the fear I feel in the face of an actual threat somehow feel more manageable. I can remain "calm" in situations that cause other people's heart rates to skyrocket, though I'm a master at blowing things that aren't emergencies way out of proportion. But if I could change anything about the past decade of my life, I'd want one of the doctors, therapists, or nurse practitioners I visited to take a moment to address some of the lesser-known symptoms of anxiety. Maybe I could have alleviated some of the them, or at least not been so alarmed when they reared their heads - because the last thing anyone with anxiety needs is another reason to worry.
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You will never need to read another bucket list again! Trust us when we say this is the mother lode of bucket lists, the bucket list to end all bucket lists, the . . . well, you get the point. It goes without saying that life is short, which is why it's important to get as many amazing experiences under your belt as you can! From extreme ideas like backpacking Europe to simple things like dancing in the rain, we promise this list will leave you with a life well lived. Make 2020 a year for the books with all with the unforgettable ideas ahead!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
Swim With Dolphins, Backpack Through Europe, and 111 Other Things to Do Before You Die
You will never need to read another bucket list again! Trust us when we say this is the mother lode of bucket lists, the bucket list to end all bucket lists, the . . . well, you get the point. It goes without saying that life is short, which is why it's important to get as many amazing experiences under your belt as you can! From extreme ideas like backpacking Europe to simple things like dancing in the rain, we promise this list will leave you with a life well lived. Make 2020 a year for the books with all with the unforgettable ideas ahead!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
Swim With Dolphins, Backpack Through Europe, and 111 Other Things to Do Before You Die
You will never need to read another bucket list again! Trust us when we say this is the mother lode of bucket lists, the bucket list to end all bucket lists, the . . . well, you get the point. It goes without saying that life is short, which is why it's important to get as many amazing experiences under your belt as you can! From extreme ideas like backpacking Europe to simple things like dancing in the rain, we promise this list will leave you with a life well lived. Make 2020 a year for the books with all with the unforgettable ideas ahead!
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
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- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
I'm a Banana Republic Shopping Pro, and These Are the 22 Items I'm Buying in February
February is one of my favorite months to shop - I'm a sucker for Valentine's Day-inspired fashion and all the new designs that come out in honor of it. Plus, I'm always searching for the hottest products out there as a shopping editor. This season, I'm loving luxurious dresses, statement-making shoes, and cuddly sweaters. Guess what? I found everything I could possibly want this month at Banana Republic.
If you've ever wondered what shopping editors add to their wish lists, now's the time to see for yourself. I curated a roundup of the coolest must haves out there, all at this stylish store. Prepare to reach for your credit card - I already did.
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If you're in the mood to watch a movie that stars a sexy guy, we get it. Thankfully, Netflix gets it, too. The streaming service's current 2020 lineup is the gift that keeps on giving, blessing us with some of the hottest eye candy that we've yet to see. We did the dirty work and rounded up 80 movies available on Netflix that feature the most smoldering men around for a shameless movie night in. Some of these characters are being romantic, some are showing off their guns (and abs) in action movies, and some are pure evil (in a really hot way), but what they all have in common is, well, we want to jump their bones. We can't vouch for the quality of all these movies, but we can say that the actors starring in them are nothing short of sexy. Pass the remote . . .
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