British Gas, Octopus and EDF customers told to stop using two washing machine temperatures
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Four massacred in Rockland Illinois stabbing rampage with 7 others injured as Christian Soto arrested
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Doing This 1 Simple — But Unexpected — Thing While Taking A Walk Could Improve Your Health
Dacher Keltner is on a mission to fill our lives with more awe.He has spent the last two decades studying awe, which he says is distinct from joy or fear, and how experiencing it can positively affect our bodies, our relationships with others and how we see and interact with the world around us.Keltner, a professor of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley and the director of the Greater Good Science Center recently chatted with us — Raj Punjabi and Noah Michelson, hosts of HuffPost’s “Am I Doing It Wrong?” podcast — about his work, specifically why we should try to inject more awe into our lives, and what will happen if we do.Listen to the episode by clicking the play button:“It’s amazing! It tells us so much about the evolution of the human nervous system,” Keltner, the author of “Awe: The New Science Of Everyday Wonder And How It Can Transform Your Life,” told us. “One region of the brain is deactivated [when we experience awe] — the default mode network. That is where all the self-representational processes take place: I’m thinking about myself, my time, my goals, my strivings, my checklist. That quiets down during awe.”Awe activates our vagus nerve. That’s “the big bundle of nerves starting in the top of your spinal cord that helps you look at people and vocalise,” Keltner explained, and it also “slows our heart rate, helps with digestion and opens up our bodies to things bigger than us.”“Awe also cools down the inflammation process,” Keltner said his studies have shown. “It’s part of your immune system that attacks diseases, and we want it to be cooler and not always hot.”So how do we experience more awe? Keltner, who served as the scientific adviser behind Pixar’s “Inside Out,” said it can be as simple as taking what he calls an “awe walk.”He and several of his colleagues studied that experience to learn more about awe and what happens when we feel it.″[The study involved] people who were 75 years old or older, so you’re starting to get anxious and depressed about the end of life [and you’re experiencing] more body pain,” Keltner said. “The control condition — once a week they went out on a walk. Our ‘awe walk’ condition, we said, ‘You know, while you’re out on your walk, go some place where you might feel a little child-like wonder and look around — look at the small things and look at the big things and just follow that sense of mystery and wonder.’ That’s all we asked them to do.”Keltner explained that finding awe and wonder on a walk (or anywhere else) can be as simple as pausing and noticing the world around us — from something as seemingly small as a newly blossomed flower to something as big as a sunset stretched across the entire sky. Other sources of awe include what he refers to as “moral beauty” — witnessing the kindness or goodness or generosity of other people — or listening to music, seeing art and contemplating big ideas, all of which can happen during an “awe walk.”Keltner said that they found “three really cool things” when they compared the results of control group to the “awe walk” group.“Over the eight weeks [of the study], [the ‘awe walk’ group] started to feel more and more awe. So, as we search for awe, we find more of it, which I think is really important. ... These people — 75 years old or older — over time felt less pain and distress. Chronic pain and pain when you’re old is serious. It just rattles your consciousness, and here was a little technique that gave them some peace.”The scientists also documented what Keltner calls “the disappearance of the self.”“Each week we had [the study participants] take a picture of themselves and what we found was, [those in the study who were going on the awe walk] start to move off to the side [of the] photo. They kind of disappear! What that tells us is their consciousness is — they’re not thinking about ‘OK, there’s my face and I get it perfectly situated in the photo.’ They’re more interested in the vaster scene that they’re part of and losing track of themselves and that’s important — that’s important to expand our attention to things outside of the self.”Ultimately, Keltner argues the more awe and wonder people of any age experience, the better off they’ll be. “It [creates] an amazing cascade of physiology that we can find almost any day and is very good for you,” he told us.We also discussed what Keltner calls the “eight wonders of life,” how awe can act as an antidote to narcissism and much more.After you’ve had a listen to the full episode above or wherever you get your podcasts, subscribe to “Am I Doing It Wrong?” so you don’t miss a single episode, including our investigations of the ins and outs of tipping, how to score the best deals on airline tickets, how to apologise or vanquish your credit card debt, how to find love online or overcome anxiety, tips for online shopping, taking care of your teeth and pooping like a pro, secrets to booking and staying in a hotel, how to deal with an angry person, cooking tips from celebrity chef Jet Tila, shocking laundry secrets and more.Related...This Type Of Friend Is The One You Really Need For Your WellbeingHow This Swedish Proverb Shines A Light On Black Women's Mental WellbeingHow 'Worthsplaining' Is Impacting Your Wellbeing – And How To Stop
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UP AT THE O2 LAUNCHES EGG-CELLENT CHOCOLATE DECORATING WORKSHOP
Calling all chocolate lovers – the wait is nearly over. The Easter bunny is just around the corner and chocolate supplies will soon be replenished. To make it even more exciting, this year Up at The O2 is launching a brand-new egg decorating workshop for bucket loads of family fun. An Easter experience like no other, climbers can enjoy the incredible city skyline while the Easter bunny hand-delivers chocolate eggs, ready to be adorned with a chocolate pen patterns and decorations. Taking place during select climbs across Easter weekend, there will be two sessions available to book in advance at 10:00am and 10:30am on Friday 29th, Saturday 30th, Sunday 31st March and Monday 1st April. Dan Hurst, Head of Attractions at Up at The O2 comments: “The perfect experience for family fun over the Easter holidays, we are thrilled to bring this egg decorating workshop to our world-famous roof. We’re quite literally taking Easter to new heights with this one-of-a-kind experience and sure this is going to be a sell-out with kids and adults alike so be sure to get your hands on tickets quick!” With its highest point at 52m above ground level, climbers will enjoy 360° views of Greenwich, Canary Wharf and the Olympic Park, and will be following in the footsteps of over one million other climbers. Tickets are available for £40 per person, which includes additional time on the roof as well as one Easter egg per climber. Climbs are available for those aged 8+ and are suitable for all fitness levels. For more information and to book your egg-decorating climbing experience, click here. For those looking to make a day of it, The O2 is also home to over 30 bars and restaurants, as well as Outlet Shopping, with over 60 designer brands at up to 70% off RRP all year round, including adidas, Clarins, Levi’s, Nike, Tommy Hilfiger and more. A full day out destination, why not try your hand at one of the many activities or experiences on offer at The O2 on your visit, from indoor skydiving with iFLY, to axe throwing at BOOM BATTLE BAR and even trampolining with Oxygen Freejumping. Located just 15 minutes from central London, and easily accessible by tube, road or boat, there’s something for everyone at The O2 this Easter.
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BBC EastEnders' Jack Branning 'to be framed' for Keanu murder as dramatic exit 'sealed'
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Patients face NHS postcode lottery when it comes to seeing a GP - check where yours ranks
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Instagram star, 20, 'films himself street racing through Seattle at 107mph'
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George Gilbey: Man arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter over Gogglebox star's death
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Drinking Water Right Before Bed? We've Got Rough News For Your Health
I know that we are all hydration-savvy these days and no outing is complete without our trusty reusable water bottles, but I have a confession: I’m still getting the hang of remembering to drink enough water every day.One thing I have managed to get in the habit of doing, though, is having a pint of water before bed and taking my water bottle with me to bed each night to leave on my bedside table, should I get thirsty through the night.However, according to one sleep expert, my newly-formed habit may be keeping me hydrated but it could be impacting my sleep. Typical.Why you shouldn’t drink water right before bedAccording to Ashley Hainsworth, sleep expert at Bed Kingdom, while staying hydrated throughout the day is essential, there is a time when we should actually cut off drinking water. This is because overhydration, especially close to bedtime, can impact sleep quality and lead to frequent trips to the bathroom.Hainsworth said: “Hydrating earlier in the day is crucial to ensure that your body has adequate time to process fluids and reduce the likelihood of disruptions during the night.”He added that drinking large amounts of water before bed prompts the kidneys to produce more urine, leading to more bathroom trips. This disrupts your natural sleep cycle which can harm long-term health.According to The Sleep Foundation, Sleep disruptions have also been associated with neurodegenerative disease including dementia and Parkinson’s disease. Hainsworth said: “Consistent disruption to our sleep cycle, especially from frequent trips to the bathroom during the night, isn’t just a nuisance - it’s a serious threat to our overall health.”When is the best time to drink water? On the best time of day to load up on water, Hainsworth advised: “Start your hydration early in the morning and maintain a steady intake throughout the day.”He added that this will mean you’re less likely to feel the need to compensate with excessive water consumption later in the evening.  He also suggests cutting back on fluids in the hours before it’s time to sleep, saying: “In the two hours leading up to bedtime, gradually decrease your fluid intake. This allows your body enough time to process the fluids, minimising the risk of disruptive bathroom trips.”It’s also advisable to avoid any kind of alcohol or caffeine from the likes of tea, coffee and some carbonated beverages before bed.“Both caffeine and alcohol can interfere with sleep,” Hainsworth warned. “These beverages act as diuretics, increasing urine production. It’s advisable to limit their consumption, especially in the hours before bedtime.”Mr Hainsworth stressed the importance of establishing a consistent water-drinking routine to optimise sleep.He stressed the importance of aligning your water consumption with your daily routine by responding promptly to thirst, especially earlier in the day.He added: “It’s not just about how much you drink, but when and how it fits into your day. By adopting a mindful routine, you can improve sleep quality and overall health.”I guess I need to re-think my habits.Related...Not Cleaned Your Water Bottle Recently? We've Got Grim News For YouOh Good, It Turns Out That We May Have Been Drinking Water All WrongPut The Squash Down – Doctors Really Don't Want You Hopping On This Hydration Trend
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Gogglebox's George Gilbey: Man arrested as police issue statement after death
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Man arrested over death of Gogglebox star George Gilbey aged 40
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Sandro Tonali: Banned Newcastle star hit with new FA charge after 50 bets in first two months of season
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Travelodge eyes Taylor Swift and AC/DC concerts boost as sales hit £1billion
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Disgraced Stephen Bear after prison - 'moneyless, ditched by fiancée and forced to sell £600k house'
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Truth about Erling Haaland's dad's trip to Barcelona amid Man City transfer rumours
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Donald Trump's media company announces plans for 'non-woke' streaming service
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Queen inundated with goodwill messages for King and Kate after Maundy service
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Coronation Street's Colson Smith makes post-Celebrity Big Brother admission and says 'this is harder'
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Mum left with huge scar on face after not wearing enough sunscreen as a child
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