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Fifteen years ago, I sat inside a rational psychology class presided over by the late philosophy professor, the great Joseph Nyasani. As the only student he was taking at the time, I had the honour to learn from his modest office at the University of Nairobi’s Gandhi Wing office.As he took me through the list of the many mental disorders, their many variants and symptoms, I flashed a wry smile which he quickly noticed. I sat barely a metre from his office chair.“I know why you are smiling,” he said. “You have noticed most of these symptoms in people around or close to you.…

Five science-based ways to boost your energy, improve your well-being, and build resilience while reducing stress and fatigue.We often think about energy in terms of caffeine and sleep. However, for those focused on holistic well-being, real vitality is defined as physiological coherence. This happens when our heart, lungs, and nervous system work together smoothly. When stress disrupts this flow, the body experiences internal noise, which can lead to fatigue and burnout. New research from PLOS One shows that by managing our energy through certain habits, we can achieve better well-being.5 science-backed strategies to build resilienceHere are five science-backed strategies to…

Classified in: HealthSubject: AWD PLEASANT GROVE, Utah, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — d?TERRA, the global leader in essential oils and natural wellness products, has been named Best Essential Oils in the 2026 Oprah Daily Self-Care O-wards, a prestigious consumer-recognized honor celebrating excellence in self-care and wellness. The Self-Care O-wards highlight the best in wellness and personal care products, guided by Oprah Daily’s expert evaluation and curation. d?TERRA’s essential oils were selected for their versatility and role in grounding self-care rituals, as well as for their unmatched purity and sourcing. Each oil is CPTG Certified Pure Tested Grade®, ensuring it is…

Not everyone has time for an hour in the gym each day. A new research says, adding just a few extra minutes of walking or other moderate activity to your daily routine could reduce your risk of dying …

The life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. have been the subject of ongoing debate ever since his assassination on April 4, 1968.Today, those invoking King’s memory range from Black Lives Matter organizers and former President Joe Biden to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Educators trying to teach Black history call on his principles, even as their opponents claim that lessons about systemic racism go against King’s desire not to judge people “by the color of their skin.”In an age of polarization, it is worth remembering that one of the pillars of King’s philosophy was pluralism: the…

Last Updated:January 15, 2026, 08:26 ISTGen Z is stress-buying for instant relief, but the dopamine hit comes at a cost. Is retail therapy helping mental health or harming wallets?Gen Z shops for comfort, calm, and control, but the dopamine fades faster than the delivery arrives. (Image-Canva)From impulse fashion hauls to midnight food orders, Gen Z’s stress shopping promises emotional relief, but beneath the dopamine hit lies a growing tension between self-care, financial strain and ethical business responsibility.For Gen Z, buying something small, including clothes, dessert, skincare, or a gadget, often feels like the quickest route to calm. The practice, which…

Another goal-setting trend also gaining traction might offer an effective way to achieve your 2026 goals: habit trackers.What is a habit tracker?This is a simple, usually mobile tool designed to help you record whether you’ve performed a specific behaviour on a given day.“At its most basic level, it’s a checklist, either on paper or in an app, where you choose a habit and mark each day you complete it,” says Dr Ben Singh, a research fellow in Population and Digital Health from the University of South Australia.“For example, you might tick a box every day you go for a walk,…

                                LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL – January 15, 2026: WorkCompCollege.com, a service of Workers’ Compensation Educational Services, LLC, today announced a long-term, 10-year strategic partnership with Montana State Fund to deliver a customized professional development platform supporting the education, growth, and long-term success of MSF’s claims professionals.  Under the agreement, Montana State Fund will deploy a curated learning ecosystem built from WorkCompCollege.com’s extensive course library, designed to strengthen both technical excellence and human-centered skills across claims, leadership, and operational teams. This partnership represents a shared commitment to modernizing professional development in workers’ compensation and investing in the next generation of industry professionals.  The…

Same-sex sexual behavior is not just for humans.In fact, as of today, scientists have documented more than 1,500 species that engage in same-sex sexual activities, including whales, penguins, fish, and sheep.And a new study, published in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution, scientists have shared the most comprehensive review of same-sex behavior in primates in scientific history.The research analyzed data from 491 non-human primate species, including chimpanzees and macaques. Of those 491 species, they documented same-sex behavior in 59 and declared it “common” among 23.They also explored the links between same-sex behavior and ecological conditions and social structures among apes…

Medicines for mental health condition in this photo shared by pharmacy student Riona Maestro Sison on her Facebook on Jan. 12, 2026 (riona05 via Facebook)A pharmacy student raised awareness about how Filipinos can access free medicines for mental health conditions.Facebook user Riona Maestro Sison on Monday, January 12, shared that she was able to get 60 tablets of an antidepressant “totally free of charge” through a program of the Department of Health.Called the Medicines Access Program for Mental Health (MAP-MH), she said it allowed her to obtain free medicines for her condition at an access site recognized under the initiative.“Words cannot express…