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Then I Started Drinking Tap Water
We never bought the big jars of mineral water, unlike our neighbors. We’d get bottled water mostly when traveling. Well, I live in California, not Flint, and the water is well sanitized, well quality-controlled.
By Seema Patel7 months ago in Longevity
The Ugly Truth About Healing. AI-Generated.
Healing. It sounds soft. Gentle. Like something you'd do under a warm blanket with herbal tea. But real healing? It’s far more brutal than beautiful. And that’s the part no one really talks about.
By Shane Cervone7 months ago in Longevity
What Supplements Should I Take Daily? A Doctor's Simple Guide
“What supplements should I take every day?” If you’ve ever stood frozen in the vitamin aisle, surrounded by colorful bottles promising better sleep, stronger immunity, or glowing skin, you’re not alone. With so many options (and so many bold claims), figuring out what your body actually needs can feel like trying to solve a riddle with no clear answer.
By L.Bushay177 months ago in Longevity
How Meditation Helps You Reconnect with Joy (Even After Burnout)
Burnout doesn’t just leave you exhausted—it can rob you of joy. What once sparked inspiration now feels heavy. Laughter becomes rare, rest doesn’t restore, and even small pleasures lose their flavor. When you’ve hit this level of depletion, the idea of “feeling good” again may seem distant, if not impossible.
By Victoria Marse7 months ago in Longevity
The Art of the Pause: Micro-Moments of Mindfulness in Daily Life
We often think of meditation as something that requires a cushion, quiet space, or at least 20 minutes of uninterrupted time. But in a world of endless to-do lists and nonstop notifications, waiting for the “perfect moment” to meditate often means it never happens.
By Black Mark7 months ago in Longevity
How to Use Meditation for Creative Burnout Recovery
Creative burnout doesn’t just drain your energy—it can make you question your identity. When your ideas dry up, your motivation disappears, and your passion feels like a distant memory, it’s more than just being tired. It’s a kind of emotional exhaustion that touches the soul.
By Marina Gomez7 months ago in Longevity
What Is ‘Inflammation’?
As a veteran health science writer, I am confident that every single human being should internalize one word into their vocabulary: ‘inflammation’.
By Seema Patel7 months ago in Longevity
signs of poor time management Signs of Poor Time Management & What You Can Do About It
In this article, we’ll uncover the top signs of poor time management before going on to tell you exactly what you can do about it.
By Neel Smith7 months ago in Longevity
Two Occasions That Almost Killed Me!
I often talk about irritants. There are four types of irritants that can cause either chronic or acute health issues: psychological, biological, chemical, and mechanical.
By Seema Patel7 months ago in Longevity
A Sunday Summer Morning Stroll Around New York's Empire State Plaza
Good morning, Vocal Media community, and welcome to the July 14 edition of my Monday Morning Huddle! Today, I share photos and recollections of my Sunday morning stroll around New York's Empire State Plaza. Yes, we are out of the garden this week and on to different scenery. Yesterday was a great day personally, and I hope my reflective messages meet anyone needing a bit of inspiration.
By Marilyn Glover7 months ago in Longevity
Before Midnight. AI-Generated.
1. The Clock in the Hospital Room The hospital room was quiet. Just the soft humming of machines and the faint ticking of the wall clock. Aaliya opened her eyes slowly. She had no memory of how she got there.
By Kaleem Ullah7 months ago in Longevity
How to Sit with Sadness Without Drowning in It
Sadness is a natural and essential part of the human experience. It reminds us of what matters and invites reflection. Yet, when sadness feels overwhelming, many people try to push it away or numb it, fearing they might “drown” in their emotions.
By Black Mark7 months ago in Longevity