Teenagers strive to be unique, and yet they very much want to fit in with their selected peer group. They often seem self-contradictory. They can act as if they are immortal, takin[...]
Enlightenment is a word that provokes a lot of concepts, associations, and imagery. It often depends upon who is defining the word and that person’s personal experience. The averag[...]
Every culture has its own morning soundtrack. People who grew up in India in the 1980s or 90s will instantly recognize the line:“Vicco Turmeric — nah-hee cosmetic.”(“Nahi” means “n[...]
In the sun-soaked villages of India, one tree has silently watched over generations — the neem tree (Azadirachta indica). Its dark, serrated leaves, pale flowers, and bitter fruit [...]
Back pain is a common reason for absence from work and doctor visits. Although back pain may be painful and uncomfortable, it is not usually serious. Most people have back pain at [...]
It’s nothing really new for adults to complain about the attention spans of children–especially rambunctious young ones–but in recent years, many people have begu[...]
For centuries, Eastern cultures have viewed squatting as being just as normal as walking. People who can easily squat always live with the convenience of being able to rest, work, [...]
A harsh word has passed your lips. It was uttered so quickly in reaction to the situation. But soon, you regretted having said those hurtful words. What to do now? You might apol[...]
Ecology is the study of the relationships between all living organisms and their physical environment. Ecologists try to understand the crucial connections between life on Earth [...]
