There is a saying, “we’re only given as much as we can handle”. But what about those times when we are challenged and feel that the weight of the world is on our shoulders? Are we paying enough attention to our daily mental health so that when we are challenged we can rise to the …
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Living in today’s society, you are bound to encounter things that will be stress-inducing either on a daily basis or occasionally. In a recent report by Regus, researchers found that Malaysians have a higher stress level at 63%. This is 10% higher than the global average stress level of 53%. That’s pretty high and most of the stress comes …
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Also referred to as Middle Eastern, Arabic and Oriental dance, belly dancing is an ancient and expressive form of movement that is performed during celebrations and rituals [1]. These days, despite it being stereotyped as a form of sensual entertainment, many women are learning this dance art because of its fitness and health benefits. Seeing superstars such as …
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If you’re stressed out at work, you’re not alone. According to a survey conducted by Regus, a global workplace provider, about 70% of Malaysian employees suffer from stress-related illnesses. The study also revealed that 48% of Malaysians felt that their stress levels have risen and are sleeping less thanks to work concerns. There are plenty …
Could tapping on various points in your body pave your way to better health? That’s what Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) practitioners believe in. According to them, there are blockages in our meridian systems leading to a disruption in our energy fields. That’s the reason we suffer from negative effects to our physical and mental health. In …
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Malaysian men love tongkat ali, claiming the herb gives them more energy and helps them perform better in the bedroom. It’s so popular that you’ll find tongkat ali drinks and supplements in almost every supermarket and can choose to get your dose of the “Malaysian ginseng” in the form of cappuccinos, tea, energy drinks, pills, and even …
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Have you ever thrown a fit at your boyfriend, shouted at your mom, or said something incredibly mean to your best friend just because you were caught up in a moment of anger? I know I have. When something infuriates you, it’s just very gratifying to hurl out with all you’ve got. I act out …
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Come 14th June, non-football fans (do they even exist in this country?) should start observing their fellow colleagues, classmates and friends. As the days pass, you will notice signs and symptoms of Fifasleeplessnitis, a mildly dangerous illness that’ll strike most football followers. Symptoms include severe crankiness, panda eyes, and dozing off by the water cooler. …
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Wake up at 5.30am to catch the bus to the train station, then hop on the LRT to work. Clock in at 8am, then answer the 245 emails that somehow sprouted in the night. Department meeting at 10am, then off to the gerai to tapau lunch. Eat your beehoon goreng in front of the screen …
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Working together is not easy. You’ll probably come across conflicts and misunderstandings. You may have to deal with petty people, people who intimidate you, and people you just can’t get around to liking. You’ll be stuck in tense situations where people are taking themselves way too seriously, and don’t know what to do with yourself. …
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