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How do you feel about your relationship to the natural world? Andrea Piacquadio/Pexels When life feels overwhelming, many people instinctively turn to nature. A walk in a park. Sitting by the ocean. Watching a sunset. Is this just a pleasant feeling, or is there something deeper at work? A multitude of studies have linked spending time in nature with different aspects of mental health and wellness. For example, immersing oneself in outdoor natural spaces seems to lift depression and influence brain activity patterns. The effect may be especially relevant in children. But most research on this question has looked at people living in so-called WEIRD…

Over the past few years, self-care has become a trend that has flooded every social media platform. From reels to TikToks, many videos focus on practicing self-care. This sudden obsession isn’t a bad thing. After all, it’s great to see the new generation prioritizing and taking care of themselves. Yet, some self-care trends might end up doing more harm than good. You might be doing these things to wind down after a long day. But what if these habits cause negative consequences later? If you’re doing these things every day, you might actually be taking several steps back in self-care.…

School districts are equipping students with skills to support mental health, healthy decision‑making, and long‑term well‑being WASHINGTON, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Everfi, the trusted leader in connecting businesses and communities through personal finance and essential life-skills education, today announced ongoing collaboration with a network of leading healthcare organizations, nonprofits, sports leagues, and community partners to expand access to health and wellness education for students across the country. Together these efforts are helping schools deliver critical education that supports student well-being—focusing on mental health awareness, substance use and misuse prevention, and the decision-making skills students need to navigate everyday challenges. To…

Millions of Americans are about to receive their May Social Security payments, with checks already beginning to hit bank accounts. For retirees who depend on these benefits to cover essentials like housing, groceries, and healthcare, understanding how much you get — and when — is critical right now.With new data from the Social Security Administration and ongoing concerns about the program’s future, May is a key month for beneficiaries to review their payments and make sure everything lines up.May 2026 Social Security Payment ScheduleSocial Security payments follow a predictable monthly schedule based largely on your birth date — but May…

Legendary jazz club Ronnie Scott’s embraces classical with new weekly orchestral performances in its refurbished upstairs venue Classical music is taking centre stage at Ronnie Scott’s in London, as the Soho institution launches its first weekly orchestral nights following the reopening of its refurbished upstairs space. Upstairs at Ronnie’s closed in October 2024 for renovations and reopened in February 2026 as a newly reimagined 140-capacity space. The revamped room, now featuring dark wood interiors, soft lighting, upgraded acoustics and upholstered banquettes, has already welcomed Cuban salsa, gospel and R&B since reopening, all part of a seven-day-a-week programme spanning multiple genres.…

Most Americans want to keep working in retirement. But few retirees actually work. That finding, from a new survey, illustrates a perennial gap between expectations and reality for American retirees. Roughly three-quarters of American workers plan to work for pay after they retire, according to the 2026 Retirement Confidence Survey from the Employee Benefit Research Institute. But only 31% of retirees are actually working, the survey found. In previous EBRI surveys going back to 1999, the finding is remarkably consistent. Year after year, between 70% and 80% of workers say they expect to continue working and drawing pay after they retire. Yet, the share of retirees who work has never ranged…

“We cannot sleep! If we sleep, they bite the children and disturb us. There are so many weasels and rats – an abnormal number,” says Rizq Abu Laila, who lives right next to a rubbish dump in Gaza City with his four young children, one of whom has cancer.

Distributed by EIN PresswireAs stress reaches crisis levels on campuses, a bold national initiative is meeting students where they are with tools, community, and a promise: more good days. The Steve Fund Is Turning Mental Health Awareness Month Into Action” — Dr. Annelle Primm NEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As millions of students head into finals season, stress, burnout and uncertainty are reaching a peak. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, The Steve Fund, is launching its May campaign aligned with Mental Health America’s theme, More Good Days, Together. The theme reflects a…

I don’t know about you, but I’ve got some behaviors that I’d love to change. You may feel the same way. When you’ve got negative feelings to contend with, learning about the anchoring technique will suit you well.  Anchoring is a neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) technique used by many people to foster emotional and behavioral change.  Think about how you automatically stop when you approach a stop sign. You really don’t even think about it; you just come to a complete stop.  The reason this occurs is because over time you’ve learned subconsciously that a stop sign means “Stop”, so that…

To become healthier, it’s important to eat enough protein each day. While exercise is crucial, getting the right amount of protein is also key. Protein is a vital nutrient for cell growth and body function. It consists of amino acids that your body uses to build and strengthen muscles. Let’s look at protein supplements and natural sources of protein.Most gym goers depend on protein supplements to improve their physique (Shutterstock)Tavishi Dogra is a health and wellness journalist with over eight years of experience in the field of health and wellness journalism. She knows how to explain complex health topics in…