In 2019, the average person spent 144 minutes per day on social media (Clement, 2020). According to Media Dependency Theory, the higher dependence a person has on media the stronger the influence of media on the individual’s perceptions and behaviors (Joo & Teng, 2017, p. 36). A study conducted in 2018 by Brigham Young University…
February 8, 2022 — 19:02 PM According to a new study published by PLOS Medicine, making small dietary changes may increase life expectancy by up to 13 years—especially when shifts in our dietary pattern are made earlier in life. What the study reveals about life expectancy. Researchers used dietary intake and health outcome data and…
Welcome to mbg moves! We’ve been working out at home more than ever—and we know our readers are, too. To help keep your fitness routine feeling fresh, we’re releasing a new at-home workout to start your week off strong. Each month will feature routines from a different incredible trainer we adore. Now, let’s get moving with…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. February 8, 2022 — 11:41 AM Codependency happens in relationships, especially families, when one person supports or enables destructive or negative behavior like addiction, immaturity, acting out, irresponsibility, or even…
Each week, join author and energy healer Natasha Levinger as she reads the communal energy to predict what’s in store for us in the days ahead. Since I started tuning into the energy of the week three years ago for my podcast, Magic Monday, I have noticed something magical about how the universe works. It may seem…
One dimension to consider in the stranger you’re texting with is their attachment style. Attachment is the level of affection, sympathy, or dependence we form with someone we love—our bonds, if you will. Simply put, as we’ll see, it comes in three flavors. John Bowlby was the first psychologist to study attachment. Bowlby was influenced…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. February 8, 2022 — 10:06 AM According to the 5-Element Theory in Chinese medicine (TCM), winter is associated with the water element. Water is a symbol of wisdom, fluidity, and…
February 8, 2022 — 3:03 AM More and more I’m seeing a very familiar ingredient grace the label of body lotions: Retinol has wiggled its way into the personal care category. The skin care active has seen its fair share of fanfare as an ingredient in serums and night creams for decades, as it can…
It’s happening! You’re going on a second date. At this point, you know how you’re feeling — but what about him? What is a second date from a guy’s perspective? So today, to help prep you, we’re tackling the topic of second date expectations. What Does a Second Date Mean to a Guy? 9 Things…
You could continue to send quick texts to let her know how much you love her, although everyone does that. It’s certainly an okay way to let her know she’s on your mind. She most definitely appreciates the sentiment behind it, and it’s better than no message at all. But why not go a step…
