The Pandemic May Have Changed Young People for the Better The COVID-19 pandemic was a hard time for people around the world. Schools closed, families stayed home, and many people felt lonely or afraid. Young people especially faced big challenges. They missed friends,...
Should We Ban Junk Food in Schools? Banning junk food on school grounds is a debated, yet effective, strategy to combat childhood obesity and improve academic focus by removing high-calorie, low-nutrient food options. Proponents cite better health outcomes and dietary...
The ‘Peace’ rose – celebrating 90 years A young Francis Meilland with the ‘Peace’ rose. Copyright: Meilland family Each year on April 29th, National Peace Rose Day honors a well-known and fruitful garden rose. The large light yellow to cream-colored flowers of the...
How to Let Go of Little Annoyances Everyone deals with small problems every day. Maybe someone cuts you off in traffic, your phone dies at the wrong time, or a friend is late. These little things can feel big in the moment. How we handle them can affect our health,...
Small Talk is Good For Us Many underestimate how much we’ll enjoy it, study finds. Engaging in conversations, even on topics we think will be boring, can lead to surprisingly meaningful interactions. If you’re avoiding small talk or casual chats because you...
