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  Anger management How to control your anger Anger is a normal, healthy emotion. However, it can be a problem if you find it difficult to keep it under control. "You can control your anger, and you have a responsibility to do so," says clinical psychologist Isabel Clarke, a specialist in anger management. Recognise your anger signs Your heart beats faster and you breathe more quickly, preparing you for action. You might also notice other signs, such as tension in your shoulders or clenching your fists. "If you notice these signs, get out of the situation if you’ve got a history of losing control," says Isabel. Count to 10 Counting to 10 gives you time to cool down, so you can think more clearly and overcome the impulse to lash out. Breathe slowly Breathe out for longer than you breathe in, and relax as you breathe out. "You automatically breathe in more than out when you’re feeling angry, and the trick is to breathe out more than in," says Isabel. "Th...

  If you are looking to affirm and live up to your Muslim identity, you can do so by focusing on your faith expression. Show pride and gratitude in your identity and seek a greater understanding of your faith. Fulfill the five pillars, and do so mindfully, planning your intentions and actions, then completing them with attention. Convene with other Muslims, and share in efforts of fard al-kifaya at your mosque and with other groups within your community. Part  1 Part 1 of 2: Strengthening Your Faith Fulfill the Five Pillars of Islam. Observing the Five Pillars is mandatory for all Muslims. You must comply with them to practice Islam correctly. A strong Muslim will not waver from his observance of the pillars. Fulfill your daily obligations with focus, and plan your occasional obligations with care. The Five Pillars are:Testimony of Faith (Shahada). When you become a Muslim, you make a testimony of faith. Say aloud: "There is no God but Allah, and Muhammad is his messenger...

 Emotions Medically reviewed by Jennifer Litner, PhD, LMFT, CSTBy Crystal Raypole Consider the impactRegulateName itAccept themJournalBreatheRead the roomGet some spaceMeditateManage stressTherapy You may be able to regulate your emotions without suppressing or controlling them. This can benefit your relationships, mood, and decision-making. Share on Pinterest The ability to experience and express emotions is more important than you might realize. As the felt response to a given situation, emotions play a key part in your reactions. When you’re in tune with them, you have access to important knowledge that helps with: decision-makingrelationship successday-to-day interactionsself-care While emotions can have a helpful role in your daily life, they can take a toll on your emotional health and interpersonal relationships when they start to feel out of control. Vicki Botnick, a therapist in Tarzana, California, explains that any emotion — even e...

 People with ADHD have brain differences that affect their attention. They are distracted more easily than people who don’t have it. They often have trouble staying organized, staying focused on a task, and finishing what they start. ADHD affects behavior, too. Some people may have trouble sitting still, waiting, or listening. Some interrupt too often, or are quick to get upset. Some do things in a rush instead of taking their time. ADHD affects different people in different ways. If you have ADHD, you know it can make you feel misunderstood and frustrated at times. ADHD makes it harder to do your best at school, at home, and with friends. But it doesn't have to hold you back. Instead, learn as much as you can about it. It takes time to learn to manage ADHD — there's no quick fix. Managing ADHD might mean taking medicine or working with a therapist. Most people with ADHD do both. You can also try these tips to help with school: Sit in the front of class to ...

14 Ways to Improve Your Grades if You’re Underperforming Even the brightest students can sometimes find themselves academically underperforming, often through no fault of their own. When students find themselves in this situation, it’s often because they’re stuck in a rut and are not sure what to do to improve. If this sounds like you, the first step is to work out the reasons why you may be underperforming, and the next step is to work out how to tackle the problem. If you’re not sure how to go about it, this article shows you what you can do to form an improvement plan to help you achieve the grades you know you’re capable of achieving. 1. Adopt a positive mental attitude In the face of lower-than-expected grades, it’s only human to react by feeling disappointed with oneself. When you’re frequently receiving lower grades than you’d hoped for, you may start to feel depressed or defeated, and feel like giving up. The first step on the road to improving your grades is to turn this negat...

 Summer glow up: a checklist to reset & rejuvenate Summer is right around the corner and that means it’s prime time to perfect the art of the glow up. What’s a glow up, you ask? Urban Dictionary defines the term as “a mental, physical and emotional transformation” or, “when someone becomes really attractive after they hit puberty.” Basically, a glow up is a nourishing time filled with self-care and beauty routines. You’re not only improving your outer appearance, but also looking inwards and dedicating energy to your overall well being. And it can happen at any age, so there’s no need to fret if you’re way past puberty. Between the warmer weather and coming out of quarantine, there’s never been a better time to reset and focus on your rejuvenation. From hair extensions to meditation, there are plenty of ways you can accomplish your summer glow up. We’ve put together the ultimate glow up checklist to help you shine from the inside out. 1. Eat healthier  Has your q...

  How to Glow Up Before School Starts So you really want to build your confidence, but you just don't know where to start? It might be time for a glow-up! A glow-up or ‘glo-up', as described by the Urban Dictionary, is a mental, physical, and emotional transformation for the better. As I see it, the best kind of glow-up is when you're finally confident in your own skin and healthy both physically and mentally. Now that summer is here, it's the perfect time to work on yourself before school resumes in the fall. Here's how to have the glow-up of your life! What to Try 1. Stay hydrated 70% of our body is comprised of water. Do you really think that a single glass each day will be enough to get you that stunning glow-up? According to the Mayo Clinic, 2 to 3 liters daily is the recommended amount of water to drink in order to boost your metabolism, promote weight loss, get you your dream glowy skin, detoxify your body, and increase blood circulation. If you're someon...

 How To Glow Up In A Week: The 7 Day Glow Up Challenge A new season is upon us in the next couple of days which is the perfect time to do a glow up challenge. I personally love to do a “glow up” at the start of the new season. I’ll change up my skincare routine, my wardrobe, sometimes my hair or my diet. I just find it to be a great way to transition into the new season. But honestly, you can do a “Glow Up” challenge for yourself any time of the week, month or year. Changing yourself usually takes time and patience. With that said, if you want to improve yourself right away, there are ways to see results almost immediately. If you want to learn how to glow up in a week, keep reading my friend because there are all kinds of changes that you can make. A glow up is an ongoing process, and you’ll be able to keep improving yourself after those seven days are over. If you want to see a difference, why not get started now? A week isn’t much time, but it’s still enough time for a glow up. ...

 10 Essential Beauty Tips For Teenage Girls To Look Flawless Time to look after and address your skin troubles. With the long list of social events, parties, late night study sessions and holidays to attend to, we have found a quick and natural way to help you take care of your skin – Everyuth Naturals range of skincare products that have been naturally formulated to suit individual skin types and perfect to overcome teenage skin problems. It is almost impossible to get through teenage years without a slew of common skin complaints. Teen years can be a super stressful time and the last thing you need is troubled and uprooted skin. Luckily, it isn’t unimaginable to attain flawless skin when you know you have a healthy skincare routine along with the right mix of nature’s best. If you’re still wondering where to begin, here’s a list of 10 essential beauty tips for teens to help you get that gorgeous glow 10 beauty tips for teenage girls1. Determine your skin type: One of the most com...

 10 ways to become your best self Your sense of self is ever-changing, not static. There’s the person you are at home, which is likely different from who you are at work or school. How you act and present yourself in public may be quite different from how you are with loved ones.  But which one is your best self? You may feel like it’s a combination of all those options mentioned above — or none of them at all.  Learning how to be true to yourself is an age-old struggle. You may feel that your mind, body, and heart tell you to act one way, but society demands you to act differently.  But exploring your authentic self can teach you how to be true to yourself in a relationship, to be comfortable in your own skin, and to live the life of your dreams. Putting in the work can be overwhelming, but it’s worth it in the long run. That’s why we put together these tips, on how to be the best version of yourself. What does it mean to be the best ve...

 Mission Glow Up: 4 Ways to Elevate Your Look & Style Even While At Home The new reality of being on “lock down” has likely set in. In this time of uncertainty, many will fall into a bit of a rut. But that doesn’t have to be you. No, Ma’am. Don’t let troubled times cause you to feel less than special...cause, that ain’t you. Instead of downplaying your awesomeness, why not elevate your look, right in your own home? Ultimately, you should be looking great for yourself anyway. Right? To break the monotony of the “stay at home” routine, or even your regular daily go-to look, get yourself set up for your next phase of fabulousness. When this homebound thing is done and in the history books, you want to come through it in good health, but why not emerge with a leveled-up look as well?  Mission Glow Up should be in full effect.  Get Shady! There is something inherently diva-ish about sporting the right sunglasses. You may not have any place to go right now, but that do...

 How to Get Glowing Skin: 6 Lifestyle Changes for Glowing Skin How to Get Glowing Skin Glowing skin is a sign of healthy skin. Consider these skincare tips to help your skin glow. 1. Wash your face regularly with a gentle facial cleanser. Washing your face is the first step to getting a glowing complexion. Washing twice a day with a gentle cleanser will help remove impurities and free radicals from the skin, helping dull skin look vibrant. 2. Exfoliate a couple of times a week at most. A face scrub will help remove dead skin cells and residue buildup that can clog the skin's pores. Likewise, a chemical exfoliator containing glycolic acid strips away dead cells and can give your skin a lively glow. Use a face scrub two to three times weekly at most. Use a chemical exfoliator, such as a face peel, no more than once a week. Keep in mind that over-exfoliating reduces your natural skin barrier, so avoid exfoliating if your skin feels particularly dry or irr...