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Loneliness can feel different for different people. For a lot of people, it feels like a deep sense of sadness or loss, especially when you see others that are close to each other. Fortunately, stress-relieving activities like self care, yoga, and meditation can lower your stress levels and leave you feeling better overall. Touch starvation can also exacerbate other mental illnesses, like depression. If your loved ones live far away, you can still get some human interaction by video chatting or calling them on the phone....

An easy way to do this is to have a designated date night. Try picking one night of the week when you two can spend quality time together, just the two of you. Ask questions like, “Can you tell me more?” or, “Interesting. Could you explain that?” You can also rephrase what she says to show that you understand, like, “So what you’re saying is…” Even tiny, innocuous lies might make her wonder what else you’re not being honest about....

For instance, if she has a lot of pictures of her out in nature, you can probably assume she likes hiking and going outdoors. If she has a ton of pictures with her dog, you can assume that she’s an animal lover. You can also use her pics to determine if you have any common interests. For instance, if you love to surfboard and she has lots of pics in a wetsuit at the beach, you might open up with a line about that....

If you often use your iPhone in a louder environment, some of the more mellow ringtones might not break through the noise. Tap Ringtone and try selecting a different sound. If you’re using a custom ringtone that you created or downloaded, there could be a problem with the file. Try switching to one of the built-in ringtones to see if that fixes the problem. If you often use your iPhone in a louder environment, some of the more mellow ringtones might not break through the noise....

In endometriosis, the tissue that forms the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) grows outside of the organ. These growths are known as implants or lesions, and they can cause a lot of unpleasant symptoms. Lesions often attach to the: Fallopian tubesOvariesPelvic lining They can also spread beyond the pelvic area. This article looks at 12 natural treatments for endometriosis, including home remedies like dietary changes and therapies such as massage and acupuncture....

Even if it’s been a long time (say, a friend you haven’t talked to in years), it’s never too late to reach out and try to repair your relationship. Say something like, “Hey Mark, long time no see. I was wondering if you’d be willing to chat with me one of these days? I know we haven’t talked in a little bit, but I have a few things I’d like to say to you....

For example, if you ask your spouse how their day was, and they just say “Fine, thanks,” they might be angry at you. If you’re communicating over text or social media, they might give you single-letter or single-word responses (like “k” or “cool”). If you clock into work a few minutes late, and your boss mutters, “You are incapable of being on time,” they’re probably not happy with you. Or, your friend might go so far as to threaten to end the friendship because they found out you talked with their ex....

Amid these tough decisions, it can be hard to discern the “right” path. However, each step forward and challenge faced is another lesson learned. Below, 13 members of Newsweek Expert Forum share the significant business challenges they believe can become a great teaching experience for leaders. Here’s why they think these situations are such excellent teachers. 1. Operating Through the Pandemic COVID-19 is perhaps the greatest teaching opportunity of our lifetimes....

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For instance, if you’re struggling with feelings of anger, God may be giving you a chance to lean on Him for peace. If you feel like crying on a friend’s shoulder, God might be showing you the people in your life who are there to support and care for you. Sometimes when you’re going through a really difficult time, it can be hard to feel connected to God. Even if your faith doesn’t feel strong, pray that God will guide you in what to do next....

Here are 14 quotes Newsweek has assembled in honor of the night before. “It’s Christmas Eve! It’s the one night of the year when we all act a little nicer, we smile a little easier, we cheer a little more. For a couple of hours out of the whole year, we are the people that we always hoped we would be.” –Bill Murray as Frank Cross in Scrooged “I am not alone at all, I thought....

She might say things like, “Are you sure that happened? I think you’re misremembering,” or, “You’re so emotional. You always over-exaggerate things. ” Gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse. If you are being gaslit by your girlfriend, reach out to friends or family for help right away. For instance, maybe you try to bring up the fact that she’s on her phone a lot when you two are supposed to be hanging out....

If your friend cancels your Friday-night plans at the last minute, use your freed-up evening as an opportunity to relax and unwind at home. If your favorite take-out place messes up your order, use the experience as a chance to try a new food or flavor combination. My alarm went off late, and now my whole day will be bad. It stinks that I didn’t wake up on time, but now I have the rest of the day to make things better!...

For instance, maybe you get upset whenever your SO works late, because a previous partner used that as an excuse when they were being unfaithful to you. Ask yourself, “Do I have good reason to think the same thing is happening now? Is there actually any other evidence that they’re cheating?” In some cases, you or your partner might have legitimate reasons to feel jealous or insecure. Ask yourself if your partner is honest and respectful with you, and vice versa....

Oxiclean works best with warm or hot water. If you want to run a cold-water load, dissolve the Oxiclean in 2 cups (470 ml) of hot water and pour it into the machine as it fills with cold water. If you don’t use powdered laundry detergent and you’ve got a front-loading machine with an external dispenser, mix the OxiClean powder with 2 cups (470 ml) of hot water and pour it into the compartment before you start the load....

From hospital to museums to climate campaigns, a breadth of good causes benefit from the royal touch. In 2012, the Charities Aid Foundation calculated that Elizabeth’s work alone had helped generate £1.4 bn ($2bn) a year for organizations from Cancer Research U.K. to the British Red Cross. Meanwhile, Prince William and Prince Harry have both used their good causes to keep their mother Princess Diana’s memory alive. Here are some of the charities the royal family work with....

“I had a dream about you last night and woke up smiling. " “This is your daily reminder that I’m crazy about you. ♥️” “You’re in my thoughts when I wake up and when I go to sleep—and I wouldn’t have it any other way. " “Your positivity is infectious. I always feel my best when I’m around you. " “Your confidence inspires me to be more confident in myself, too....

If you’re out and about, try going somewhere that’s a little secluded, like a park. Stay away from anywhere too loud, like a crowded coffee shop or restaurant. Think about the background info you already know about this boy for some good conversation topics. Does he have pets? Does he play sports? Do you two go to the same school together? Does he have any siblings? Any and all of these can be used to spark a conversation!...

That’s why it’s so important to carefully choose which technologies your business invests in. This often entails doing some market research and understanding exactly how a tech tool might be able to solve your business needs. Below, 15 Newsweek Expert Forum members shared their insights to help SMEs optimize their technological investments. 1. Choose Critical Systems for Investment SMEs tend to have many, if not all, of the same technological needs as larger businesses, but with significantly more constraints on their ability to invest in technology....