Mental Health

“Women and girls struggle with anorexia—the feeling they’re never thin enough. Now there’s something affecting men and boys that’s just as serious, but way less talked about. It’s called bigorexia. Ever heard of it? I hadn’t. Here’s what parents need to know.

Here’s something I can’t stop thinking about: people are developing romantic relationships with AI companions. They know the AI isn’t real, doesn’t actually feel anything—and yet they describe these as the most emotionally supportive relationships in their lives. Is that comforting or terrifying?

Apparently reading can drop stress by 68% in just 6 minutes? Wild. Also activates multiple brain areas and strengthens connectivity over time - may even lower your risk of memory loss as you age. This is why I love reading - feeds my writing, sparks ideas, builds vocabulary, boosts creativity and focus. Fiction builds empathy, too. Legit brain training for longevity. Another good article: “10 Brain Reasons To Make Reading a Habit.”

“an active engaging of the imagination…cause you to enter what is essentially an altered state of consciousness.” - Dr. David Lewis, Sussex University (WebMd)