Addiction is the fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance, thing or activity. Merriam-Webster dictionary defines it as a compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance behaviour, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon…
dear hungry but conscientious, to ask whether to eat meat in light of industrial farming practices is to confront how our eating shapes our relationship to Creation. this is not merely a question of diet but how we live in harmony – with creatures, the land and our neighbours. how we treat animals reflects the…
Photo credit: Psychbuzz Being a lone wolf may not necessarily mean you’re an introvert. While introverts enjoy solitude, deep connections and meaningful relationships, lone wolves prefer to walk their own path and often distance themselves from social ties altogether. They feel more at home when they’re completely independent. 1. They prefer solitude, but not just…
Photo credit: Harvard Health Depression has recently gained fame as the “common cold” of mental conditions. It is one of the most common and serious mental diseases of modern times. According to the World Health Organization, depression is ranked fourth among illnesses and is expected to double in the future. About 25% of the total…
Most people believe they have an idea of karma. But more of them believe it’s an evil consequence that a person and their progenies suffer (enjoy?) even after they might have died. However, Hinduism identifies karma as the relationship between a person’s mental or physical action and the consequences following that action. It also signifies…
The exponential rise in microplastic pollution over the past 50 years may be reflected in increasing contamination in human brains, according to a new study. The Guardian reports that the study found a rising trend in micro- and nano-plastics in brain tissue found from dozens of postmortems carried out between 1997 and 2024. The researchers…
Photo credit: Ashley Berges There’s a big difference between being a narcissist and simply having a strong personality. A narcissist is self-absorbed, lacks empathy, and craves constant admiration. But having a strong personality just means you know who you are, and what you want, and you’re not afraid to stand your ground. Unfortunately, people with bold…
