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Social Media and Mental Health
Social Media and Mental Health Social media and technology have had a significant impact on mental health in recent years. On the one hand, they have the potential to connect people, facilitate communication, and provide access to a wealth of information and resources. On the other hand, there are potential risks and negative effects associated with their use, including increased feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression. In this article, we will explore the potential risks and benefits of social media and technology use and discuss ways to mitigate the negative effects while maximizing the positive ones.
By Kahi Bradshaw-Williams3 years ago in FYI
5 Things You Must Know About the Gig Economy
The gig economy refers to the trend of individuals participating in temporary or short-term employment arrangements, often through online platforms or app-based services. Here are some key statistics about the gig economy:
By Jerry Nelson3 years ago in FYI
Rise And Fall Of Society
Rise And Fall Of Society: Charting Civilization’s Uneven Rise Accurate, scientific, and insightful, Rise and Fall of Society charts the impacts and consequences of societal change on the size of the world's population. It starts with the 11,000 year history of farming (focusing on agriculture) and transitions through the dramatic revolutions of history, making the case that, after WWII, societies saw some of the worst declines in growth and population numbers since human history began. The book charts its findings in a number of ways. There are historical maps, including maps of civilizations, cultural milestones, and inter-disciplinary studies of demographics. These charts help readers "get a taste of what life was like in a given place at a given time," Roser writes.
By umer ali3 years ago in FYI
How to Create Professional-Looking Business Cards
Having a set of business cards is an essential part of any professional’s toolkit. You’ve probably heard the old adage, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” When it comes to making sure your business leaves an impression with potential customers, one of the most important items you need is a professional-looking business card. Business cards are a tangible representation of your brand, and having one on hand can be the difference between making a lasting connection with a potential customer or missing out on an opportunity. Let’s take a look at what it takes to create a professional-looking business cards, from choosing your format and design, to business card printing.
By Elise Harden3 years ago in FYI
10 German Contributions To America
The contributions and achievements of German-Americans have through the centuries had a deep and lasting effect on how the United States has become the country that it is today.
By Gail Ring3 years ago in FYI
What to do when suspended from NewsBreak
Suspension from NewsBreak is not as traumatic as it seems When it comes to online writing platforms they each have their own rules and regulations which are constantly changing. Writers are human so some of us will inadvertently find ourselves being reprimanded. Others may purposely do what they know is a violation and hope to not be caught. When I first began writing for the NewsBreak contributor network I read that if you received two strikes for breaking any rules you would be suspended from the platform.
By Cheryl E Preston3 years ago in FYI
10 Astonishing Vintage Christmas Ads You Have to See to Believe
A carton of cigarettes standing in for a Christmas card may seem strange today, but in the not-too-distant past, it was a thing. When tobacco companies were maintaining the fiction that cigarettes were good for you, nobody thought twice about stuffing stockings with cartons of cancer sticks.
By Denise Shelton3 years ago in FYI
Christmas gifts: The origin of why we give
There is a reason why we give at Christmas Everyone knows that Christmas is the season of giving but some may not understand or even care why gifts are bestowed in December. I have heard celebrities say they enjoy exchanging gifts but do not care for the religious connotation of the holiday. Well laugh out loud, the reason gifts are given during the holiday season derived from the Christian origins of the most wonderful time of the year.
By Cheryl E Preston3 years ago in FYI
When all else fails improvise
Culture shock I grew up in a county where very few people had indoor plumbing but for 35 years after I moved every house I lived in and every home I visited had the metal or wooden apparatus nailed into the wall that held a roller where you put your toilet paper on. Imagine my surprise when my family moved to an older house that did not have a place for toilet paper. My daughter told me about the free standing bathroom toilet paper holders that you can purchase that are not attached to the wall. This was the first time I ever heard of or saw one.
By Cheryl E Preston3 years ago in FYI
Earth Without Art is Just Eh
Earth without art is just eh. Although art is subjective, it is universal. Art can transcend borders and defy cultural differences and language barriers. Art forces us to face the worst of humanity while helping us celebrate the best. We live in the moment, past and future when we consume art. Art is indiscriminate. Without art, everything would be boring and everyone would be naked.
By Rosie J. Sargent3 years ago in FYI
Tolire Lake, Between the Beauty of Nature and Its Mystical Stories that Tempt to Visit
Have you ever heard of Lake Tolire? Or put it this way, have you ever heard of Ternate City before? Ternate City is a city located on Ternate Island. This city is in the province of North Maluku, Indonesia. The city of Ternate was once a sultanate called the Sultanate of Ternate.
By Ansi Ama3 years ago in FYI
What’s Your Christmas Tree Personality?
When I first thought about how to identify personality types for Christmas trees, high school cliques and cliches came to mind. How fun would it be to find out if you were still a jock, Goth, nerd, or wallflower. Then my background as an academic coupled with recent professional developments kicked in. Was this topic DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) compatible? Categorizing people based on types of Christmas trees is laden with issues.
By Stephanie J. Bradberry3 years ago in FYI