Month: April 2023

Of course, you should always try to be respectful and aware. If you’re prone to migraines, know you’re going to be sharing a small space (like an office) with other people, or about to board a flight, go for something lighter (or skip the scent entirely). “A pet hate for me — and a total faux pas in countries like Japan — is super loud fragrances,” says Abel founder Frances Shoemack. “If you want to avoid the classic ‘I’m sorry, I didn’t hear you over your perfume’ moment, then an EDT can be a great choice.” And trust: When you clash two strong, complex perfumes together and they don’t work, you’ll know, and so will everyone around you.  read more

“Healthy positive thinking is based on the authentic expression of emotions and acceptance. Positive thinking means approaching negative emotions in a positive way and it often involves strategies for recognising negative self-talk, challenging misconceptions and actively making changes to shift your perspective,” says Dr Rutledge. “Toxic positivity is often equated with positive psychology, however, positive psychology doesn’t deny negative emotions. Refusing to acknowledge negative emotions or the difficulty of negative events keeps people from dealing with grief, loss, disappointment, anxiety and uncertainty.” This, she says, can damage people’s mental and physical health by increasing stress and depression. read more