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<content:encoded><![CDATA[By the time you hit your preteen years, height turns into an important physical aspect that starts asserting its impact on your social as well as your scholastic life. And once this ball starts rolling, it never really stops.
In fact, it’s not only you but also those around you who fuss about just how tall or short you are. Add to this the fact that there are also cultural and genetic variables in this equation, and it is easy to understand why so many people wonder what height is considered short.
Continue reading to know the answer to this question and to understand why people seem <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/trump-is-obsessed-with-height-now-hes-trying-to-weaponize-it-in-the-election/2020/02/11/030cc552-484f-11ea-ab15-b5df3261b710_story.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">so obsessed with height</a>, their own, and that of others.
<h2>We didn’t start the fire, but those before us sure did!</h2>
Our obsession with height can be traced back to our wild-living (literally cavemen living in the wild) ancestors when the outcome of a duel between man and man or man and animal would inevitably be favorable for the taller and bigger guy/gal.
This led us to equate height with greater physical strength and competence. Over time, physical stature also became a yardstick for the kind of socio-economic background a person came from. After all, height is a compound number that derives from multiple factors such as early nutrition, health, environment, and of course, genetics.
So, if a person was tall, it simply meant that he had ample to eat as a child and as an adolescent and hence came from a family of some means. Not to mention that he/she must have also been healthy in his/her early life hence there were no indications of nutritional deficiencies which would have stunted growth.
<h2>The rise of physical stature!</h2>
At some point, all of the above mixed together to create the impression that the tallest person in the room was also the strongest, healthiest, most competent, most intelligent, and of course, among the most financially stable.
Now, isn’t that the textbook definition of a desirable partner? So, the taller guys walked away with the gals while their shorter friends were left smarting at the inadequacy of their physical stature.
It goes without saying that this impacted their self-esteem and as the wheels of time kept churning, this turned into such a common and widespread social phenomenon that it led to a lack of confidence in those who lacked the few inches that would put them in the league of the average or taller than average height range.
While women had it easy at first, there came a time when girls started looking up to the tall, statuesque beauties as supermodels cat walked their way onto our screens. And as things stand today, there is actually talk about how the height of a candidate impacts his/her chances of winning the presidential berth.
<h2>So, do men and women truly make a beeline for the tall and handsome/gorgeous?</h2>
Well, women sure do! Perhaps this phenomenon is rooted in a woman’s evolutionary desire to seek out the strongest and the fittest mate for herself. Since height is linked to good physical health and, as discussed above, also to the perception of financial well-being (more on this coming up), it’s true that women have an undeniable preference for tall men.
In fact, the fairer sex is more rigid on this point than their masculine counterparts. For instance, while most men are happy being around 3 inches taller than their partner, women prefer their partner to be about 8 inches taller than them.
What’s more, nearly 50% of women prefer to only date men who are taller than them, while only 13.5% of men seek out a partner who is shorter than them. Also, about 23% of men are accepting of the idea of a taller partner. But, only 4% of women are comfortable being with men who are shorter than them.
<h2>Does height really matter all that much?</h2>
Yes, it does! Height affects not just romantic prospects but also professional and financial prospects. Economists have long spoken about how those with a few more inches on them than the average <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2020/04/16/your-height-has-a-big-impact-on-your-salary-new-research-seeks-to-understand-why/?sh=6ba43ea21071" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tend to make more money</a> and be more successful at work. Take a look at how much of a difference it actually makes:
1. Taller associates with richer: A recent study actually put a percentage value on this so-called height premium. It was found that for both men and women, a mere one inch more in height is associated with 1.4% to 2.9% higher wages.
Another study took this a few steps further with the findings that the 1-inch increase in height actually links to nearly $800 earned more per year. So, the difference in the annual earnings of a person who stands 6 feet tall vis á vis an individual who measures 5 feet 7 inches would be $4000. Calculate the difference over a 30-year period, and you arrive at a whopping $120,000, and that’s not adjusted for interest or inflation. But that’s not all of it.
2. Height is also associated with academic credentials: Several studies have also pointed to taller individuals being better educated. In fact, many experts consider this to be one possible cause for higher earnings.
Because job profile is attributed to academic credentials, it comes as no surprise that one study found people in white-collar jobs have an inch over those in blue-collar jobs. Surprisingly, this trend is not restricted to just the US or even a specific gender.
Shockingly, the trend holds even when the subjects are not random strangers. In a Swedish Study, it was found that even among siblings and members of the same household, the taller family member was inevitably better educated. And, it gets worse from hereon.
3. Taller equates to feeling better: In a survey on self-reported health that included over 165,000 American participants, short men reported being less healthy than average height and tall men. The study revealed that this <a href="https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/ss/slideshow-height-affects-health" target="_blank" rel="noopener">effect on health</a> also rubbed off on the partner/spouse of a person.
Women married to shorter men reported feeling less healthy than those married to tall men. Of course, this could be attributed to poorer socio-economic conditions, which are also connected to the height of a person.
<h2>Height and health: Is there truly a correlation?</h2>
Even if you were to ignore the study involving self-reported wellness, the fact is that being tall does have a few health-related perks. This is not to say that there are no drawbacks to being Mr/Ms. Longlegs, but let’s keep that for later.
1. The taller you are, the better for your ticker: In a recent study, it was found that being tall is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular health issues such as high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, and hypertension.
2. Good for the brain, too: Through a comparatively smaller study, it was found that men who are 5 feet 11 inches or taller have a 60% lower risk of suffering from dementia.
3. The metabolism has it good too: A study that ran over a 5-year period and involved 6000 subjects also showed a link between the length of the legs and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Researchers observed that taller individuals were less likely to suffer from diabetes.
4. Keeping a full head of hair: In what seems like a double whammy from Nature, short men are more likely to suffer from male pattern baldness. So, while tall men don’t have a lower risk of going bald, short men do have a higher risk of losing their crowning glory in their early years.
Having said all of that, the few inches more also come with their own set of health concerns. The longer limbs that go with the territory equate to longer blood vessels and, of course, more nerve connections to reach the digits.
So, people who are taller than average often run the risk of peripheral neuropathy as well as circulatory disorders such as varicose veins and thrombosis. Taller women have it just as bad, with an increased risk of non-specific nerve disorders as well as asthma. They also tend to have longer pregnancies.
<h2>Being of average height is the best, then?</h2>
Well, that question would have a highly subjective answer as both sides of the height spectrum have their share of pros and cons. But it does bring us to what is called average and if this so-called average is universally applicable.
In terms of an average worldwide height range, nearly 95% of all men across the world stand somewhere between 5 feet 4 inches and 6 feet 3inches, while for women, this average range is 5 feet to 5 feet 11 inches.
Now, the difference of 7 and 11 inches, respectively, across these ranges is undoubtedly significant. However, it’s attributed to the wide variation in the mean height of both men and women from one country to another.
<h2>So, what is termed as the average height for men and women across the world?</h2>
If you are thinking of a global mean, according to the WHO, this average stands at 5 feet 9.5 inches (176.5 cm) for men and 5 feet 4.3 inches (163 cm) for women.
However, these are expected and not actual figures based on sampling. If you were to calculate the mean of the average height of men and women from all countries across the globe, you’d get this:
· Global average height of men: 5 feet 7.3 inches (171 cm)
· Global average height of women: 5 feet 2.8 inches (159.5 cm)
In terms of the mean average height of people from different countries, Timor comes up the shortest with an average male height of 160 cm (around 5 feet 3 inches) and the Netherlands comes up the tallest with an average height of 182 cm (5 feet 11.7 inches).
As far as regions go, South Asia has the lowest average height of 165 cm (around 5 feet 5 inches), while Central Asia and Europe have the highest average height of 177 cm (5 feet 9.7 inches).
When it comes to women, Guatemala comes in the shortest with an average height of 149 cm (4 feet 10.6 inches), while Latvia comes in the tallest with an average height of 169 cm (5 feet 6.5 inches). As for men, for women too, South Asia has the lowest average height of 153 cm (a bit over 5 feet), while Central Asia and Europe have the highest average height of 164 cm (5 feet 4.6 inches).
<h2>What is the average height of men and women in the USA?</h2>
A massive study conducted by the National Health and Nutrition Examination between 1999 and 2016 revealed a startling fact- the average mean height of Americans has actually decreased.
Another study reported that the increase in the average height of Americans has been slower than people from other countries. In 1914, American men were the third tallest and women the fourth tallest in the world.
However, at this time, American men rank at 37th while women rank at 42nd on a global scale. That said, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Average_human_height_by_country" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the average height</a> also changes across the age group, albeit slightly. With all that considered, here is what the figures look like in the United States.
· In the age group of 20 to 39 years: The average height for men is 176.1 cm (5 feet 9.3 inches) and for women is 162.7 (5 feet 4 inches).
· In the age group of 40 to 59 years: The average height for men is 175.8 (5 feet 9.2 inches) and for women is 162.1 (5 feet 3.8 inches).
· In the age group of 60 years and above: The average height for men is 173.4 (5 feet 8.3 inches) and for women is 159.3 (5 feet 2.7 inches).
As far as the decrease in mean height went, women have had it worse, with a significant reduction from 162.1 cm to 161.4 cm between 1999 and 2016.
<h2>So, what height is considered short for men?</h2>
This depends on the mean height of a specific country. Anything below two standard deviations would be considered short. Let’s consider the example of the United States, where the mean height for men is 5 feet 9 inches. Anything 2 inches below this would be considered short, so a height of 5 feet 7 inches or lower would be considered short.
Of course, this would change if you were to go to a country with a mean height of 5 feet 5 inches. Here, a man who stands 5 feet 7 inches would actually be considered tall. Along the same lines, in the Netherlands, where the mean height for men is almost 6 feet, a man with the mean American height of 5 feet 9 inches would be considered short.
<h2>So, what height is considered short for women?</h2>
The rule is the same even for women when it comes to what height is considered short. Two standard deviations below the mean, and you would be considered short. So, in the US, any woman who measures 5 feet 2 inches or below would be considered short, while any lady who stands above 5 feet 6 inches would be considered tall.
<h2>What do the average height figures look like for men and women in different countries?</h2>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Canada</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">175.1 5 ft 9 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">162.3 5 ft 4 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Mexico</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">172 5 ft 7.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">159 5 ft 2.5 in</td>
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<td style="width: 7.16374%; height: 24px;">3</td>
<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Brazil</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">170.7 5 ft 7 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">158.8 5 ft 2.5 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">United Kingdom</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">175.3 5 ft 9 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">161.9 5 ft 3.5 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Germany</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">178 5 ft 10 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">165 5 ft 5 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Spain</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">174 5 ft 8.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">163 5 ft 4 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 11px;">Norway</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 11px;">179.9 5 ft 11 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 11px;">167.1 5 ft 6 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Iran</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">173.4 5 ft 8.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">159.9 5 ft 3 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Israel</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">177 5 ft 9.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;"> 166 5 ft 5 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Turkey</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">173.6 5 ft 8.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">161.9 5 ft 3.5 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">South Africa</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">168 5 ft 6 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">159 5 ft 2.5 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Nigeria</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">163.8 5 ft 4.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">157.8 5 ft 2 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">India</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">165 5 ft 5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">152 5 ft 0 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Russia</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">176.4 5 ft 9.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">164.3 5 ft 4.5 in</td>
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<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">China (20-24 years)</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">172.6 5 ft 8 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">160.6 5 ft 3 in</td>
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<td style="width: 7.16374%; height: 24px;">16</td>
<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Japan</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">172 5 ft 7.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">158 5 ft 2 in</td>
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<td style="width: 7.16374%; height: 24px;">17</td>
<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Philippines</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">163.5 5 ft 4.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">151.8 5 ft 0 in</td>
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<td style="width: 7.16374%; height: 24px;">18</td>
<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Malaysia</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">163.3 5 ft 4.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">151.9 5 ft 0 in</td>
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<td style="width: 7.16374%; height: 24px;">19</td>
<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">Australia</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">175.6 5 ft 9 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">161.8 5 ft 3. 5 in</td>
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<td style="width: 7.16374%; height: 24px;">20</td>
<td style="width: 19.0546%; height: 24px;">New Zealand</td>
<td style="width: 36.9883%; height: 24px;">177 5 ft 9.5 in</td>
<td style="width: 36.7934%; height: 24px;">164 5 ft 4.5 in</td>
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<h2>But wait a minute- isn’t tall or short also a matter of personal height bias?</h2>
Indeed, it is! For instance, if you are a man who is 5 feet 7 inches tall in a stadium in SE Asia where most other men around you are likely to come up an inch or two shorter than you, to their eyes, you will be a tall man, simply because they are shorter than you.
And this principle holds true even when it comes to one on one associations. For instance, a woman of average height (5 feet 4 inches) would be dwarfed by a man who stands very tall at 6 feet 3 inches. And it’s not just the onlookers who would notice the difference. Even the man in question would term her as a short woman, although in reality, she is of average height.
Similarly, a woman who stands tall at 5 feet 9 inches would find a man who is 5 feet 11 of average height, while a man, who is as tall as she is, would seem short to her when in reality, he is of average height. So, you see how personal biases influence the perception of height?
<h2>But what if you are not tall enough to be in the average range?</h2>
If you are still in your early teens, you can try to beat what your genes hold for you with proper exercise and nutrition. But, once those joints set in their place, there is nothing non-intrusive that can be done to actually increase your height. However, it is possible to make yourself appear tall. Here is how:
1. Start with the spine: Slouching is a big culprit when it comes to shaving inches off your actual physical height. Unfortunately, the rounded shoulder, forward-leaning neck, and curved upper spine with the belly thrust forward have become hallmarks of this cell phone age.
The good news is that with a conscious effort, affordable gadgets, and a good exercise regimen, it is actually possible to stand straight and tall. In fact, you can add as much as 2-3 inches to your height (or the perception of it) simply by not slouching.
2. Keep your weight in check: The chubbier you are, the shorter and more rounded you will look, not to mention that short and stout is a dangerous combination for your heart.
3. A few for the ladies: An updo with a hair insert of one or two inches can actually add that much height to your overall physical stature. Of course, a pair of high heels work just as well. Combine the two, and you could easily get about 4-5 inches.
4. Insoles work for all: Shoe inserts can help you to add 2 to 3 inches to your height. Plus, they come in a variety of materials, so you can definitely find a pair that gives you the aesthetic results you seek while keeping your feet comfortable.
5. <a href="https://stylecaster.com/dressing-to-look-taller/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dress for height</a>: Monochromatic dressing and vertical stripes are your best fashion buddies if you want to create the perception of length and height.
6. Stay away from clothes that make you look broader: That’s pretty much anything that does not have a snug fit. Loose and baggy fits will add horizontal inches to your frame, and in doing so, they will deduct those many vertical inches from your height.
<h2>And last but certainly not least!</h2>
Yes, this article discusses what height is considered short, and by now, you should have the answer to that one no matter in what part of the world you are in. But what’s coming next needs to be said before you tap into your inner Tyrion Lannister.
Did you know that the short stature of 5 feet 1 inch (wide discrepancies on that one) could not stop Genghis Khan from establishing his dominion over the world? Also, some of the most well-paid stars in Hollywood happen to be the shortest people in tinsel town; think Robert Downey Jr, Tom Cruise, Jennifer Lopez, and others.
And in that list, of course, Peter Dinklage deserves a notable mention, but his is not a case of just short stature.
Above all, none of this is to boost your morale but to establish one simple fact- At the end of the day, it is your attitude, skill/talent, and mindset that make you tall in your own eyes.
And no matter what the world perceives your height to be, if you are standing tall in your own mind and in your eyes, then you are indeed a tall man or woman, and over time your confidence will impact those around you.
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<title>12 Practical 80th Birthday Gift Ideas For The Lovely Lady</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Throwing an 80th birthday party is not something you do every day. Therefore, you need to be careful when choosing a decent one. Food and beverages play a significant role in that. But what do you offer at an 80-year-old-party? While you don’t want to overspend, you want to make sure it’s memorable. But you ought to do it when it pertains to your old lady. A celebration is ideal for letting her know that she remains important and adored, whether she’s moved into assisted living or is still living within her own home. 80 is a magic number! How ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Throwing an 80th birthday party is not something you do every day. Therefore, you need to be careful when choosing a decent one.
Food and beverages play a significant role in that. But what do you offer at an 80-year-old-party? While you don’t want to overspend, you want to make sure it’s memorable. But you ought to do it when it pertains to your old lady. A celebration is ideal for <a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Tell-Your-Mom-You-Love-Her" target="_blank" rel="noopener">letting her know that she remains important</a> and adored, whether she’s moved into assisted living or is still living within her own home.
80 is a magic number! How can someone be seasoned in age yet so strong in her will to live long?
You can buy 80 pieces of bag, books, cookies, or even medicine to have the idea that she is indeed turning 80!
But who would love to count all of it? You might have the possibility of losing count along the way. It is crazy!
Looking through the shops using online, physical stores, or even social media platforms, you will get overwhelmed by the thousands of options it presents. Yet it depends on the preferences of your lovely lady. She might be into colorful items, a more practical who prefers money bills, or someone who doesn’t have any specific likes. And that becomes crazier, which would be her perfect 80th birthday gift ideas.
No matter whether you are a grandchild who wants to buy gifts for your grandma, daughter or son for your mom, or husband for your old lady, the gifts listed below will please your lovely lady sincerely.
<h2>Practical Gifts</h2>
Finding thoughtful 80th birthday gift ideas for older adults can occasionally be challenging. After all, many seniors own specific likes or a surplus of items they are unsure how to use. How do you find a present that they’ll like? It might be even harder if they claim that they don’t need anything.
<h3>1. Roomba Vacuum</h3>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-759 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Roomba-Vacuum.jpg" alt="Roomba Vacuum" width="550" height="400" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Roomba-Vacuum.jpg 550w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Roomba-Vacuum-300x218.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px" />
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A robotic vacuum might be a prudent and profitable investment for senior ladies who find it challenging to keep up with floor cleaning. Some variants support Alexa devices, increasing your selection of remote controls. It may be essential to remember that clean floors are preferable for robotic vacuums based on the senior’s housing situation.
<h3>2. Pill organizer</h3>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-757 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Pill-organizer.jpg" alt="Pill organizer" width="550" height="400" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Pill-organizer.jpg 550w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Pill-organizer-300x218.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px" />
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A pill organizer is a crucial tool for caretakers and older adults who frequently forget their medication. A decent pill organizer should include numerous, easily accessible sections that make it simple for consumers to take their medications daily.
<h3>3. Brain games</h3>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-760 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Puzzles.jpg" alt="Puzzles" width="550" height="400" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Puzzles.jpg 550w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Puzzles-300x218.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px" />
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Puzzles and video games that require <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/nicolelipkin/2021/05/25/3-simple-tips-to-improve-mental-agility/?sh=119cd4f60886" target="_blank" rel="noopener">mental agility</a> are suitable for both men’s and women’s health. Crossword puzzles, sudoku books, and word searches make great presents for seniors who enjoy a mental challenge.
<h2>Comfortable Clothes/Gadgets</h2>
You’ll get some 80th birthday gift ideas from the stylish garments nearby for her, whether you’re looking for a fun gift for an elderly neighbor or a valuable gift for an elderly relative!
<h3>4. Non-slip socks</h3>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-758 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/socks.jpg" alt="socks" width="550" height="400" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/socks.jpg 550w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/socks-300x218.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px" />
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What about a gift that combines fashion and function? Putting gripper socks with rubberized grips on the bottom will keep an older adult’s feet warm and <a href="https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/prevent-falls-and-fractures" target="_blank" rel="noopener">avoid falls</a>. Both men and women can choose various colors and fashions for their 80th birthday gift ideas.
<h3>5. Sleep sound machine</h3>
Older individuals occasionally lament their inability to go to sleep. However, a sleep sound device might be the solution. These devices create soothing white or background noise to promote relaxation and speed up sleep. In some models, the sound volume is adjusted in response to ambient noise.
<h3>6. Massage Pillow</h3>
A warm massage is the most outstanding technique to soothe a painful back or neck. A warm therapy pillow can be comforting for an aged friend or relative with the regular aches and pains of aging.
<h3>7. SodaStream sparkling water</h3>
If you carbonate your water, you have complete control of your carbonated beverage’s final list of ingredients. Sparkling water can be deliciously flavored by including fresh fruit slices, flavorings, and drops of fruit juice. Because many elders challenge to consume enough water each day, this might be a pleasant way to promote health and hydration at the push of a button.
<h3>8. Apple AirPods</h3>
These chic, tiny Bluetooth earphones are equipped with a charging case, location tracking, excellent sound quality, and full compatibility with Apple devices. Although one may use AirPods with Android devices, they don’t have some of the extra functions, such as a Siri one-click connection. When talking on the phone, playing music, or watching TV, these earphones may help seniors feel more connected.
<h2>Home Easy-Life Gadgets</h2>
<h3>9. Single-serve coffee maker</h3>
Forget about looking for ground coffee and filters because these single-serve coffee machines make brewing a mug of espresso quick and easy. Furthermore, it is unnecessary to boil an entire pot if she only intends to drink one or two cups. A new coffee maker is best for everyone’s 80th birthday gift ideas!
<h3>10. Light-up magnifying mirror</h3>
People who cannot spend long (or any) time standing may find it challenging to stand when performing personal grooming. A sturdy mirror on a workstation, table, or cabinet may make keeping one’s look and personal hygiene much more accessible. The magnification and light-up features make it relatively easy to see yourself up close, especially if you suffer from vision issues.
<h3>11. Portable induction cooktop</h3>
Concerning her safety in the kitchen, are you concerned? For senior women and men celebrating their 80th birthdays, induction cooktops are ideal since they only warm the pot, not the stovetop. Be aware that only a few types of pans will work on these cooktops before you make a purchase.
<h3>12. Exercise bike</h3>
Seniors who do not want to leave the house can add exercise into their daily activities by using an affordable, low-impact exercise bike. This bike is typical with a bike seat for your senior woman’s 80th birthday gift ideas; upright bikes can be an excellent exercise method. Reclining bikes are a good choice for people who need a wider chair with lumbar support and varying activity levels.
A birthday is a difficult date to celebrate for the person who has everything, but with thoughtful planning, it can be just as memorable as a birthday with a great gift. So, check out the list above and get your lovely lady the gift she deserves.
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<title>Chess Anime: Entertains And Works The Noggin!</title>
<link>https://www.editorialdigest.com/chess-anime/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chess-anime</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Miller Johnson]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2022 12:54:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Engrossing storylines that hinge upon mind games have been the hallmark of many anime genres, and chess is all about thinking 10 steps ahead of your opponent. So, the blend of these two is bound to be both mind-blowing and addictive. Unfortunately, there aren’t too many straight-up chess-based anime series. However, in some shows, the game is a recurring theme, while in others, the protagonist is a chess maestro who often uses the strategies of the game to bring his/her opponents to their knees. Then, there are shows in which shogi (the Japanese version of chess) is a central or ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Engrossing storylines that hinge upon mind games have been the hallmark of many anime genres, and chess is all about thinking 10 steps ahead of your opponent. So, the blend of these two is bound to be both mind-blowing and addictive.
Unfortunately, there aren’t too many straight-up chess-based anime series. However, in some shows, the game is a recurring theme, while in others, the protagonist is a chess maestro who often uses the strategies of the game to bring his/her opponents to their knees.
Then, there are shows in which shogi (the Japanese version of chess) is a central or prominent theme. The best part is that the genres of these anime shows run the gamut from revenge to fantasy and even romance. So, if you have been bitten by the chess or the anime bug, here is a list of top chess anime and <a href="https://chasinganime.com/games/shogi/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">shogi anime</a> that will leave you thinking hard and fast and coming back for more.
<h2>1. No Game No Life</h2>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-734 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/No-Game-No-Life.jpg" alt="No Game No Life" width="800" height="416" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/No-Game-No-Life.jpg 800w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/No-Game-No-Life-300x156.jpg 300w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/No-Game-No-Life-768x399.jpg 768w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/No-Game-No-Life-1600x832.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" />
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No list of strategy and board game-based anime would be complete without the inclusion of “No Game No Life”. Created by Yu Kamiya, the light science fiction follows the adventures of two step-siblings, Sora and Shiro, together known as Blank, through the realm of games.
In the beginning, there was just game: The two master gamesters live in what is, to them, the boring world of humans. They spend most of their time immersed in online games playing their way through life. But that’s till they are challenged by Tet.
Enter God (the god of games that is): For the uninitiated, Tet is the god of games, yet he loses a round of chess to the Blank. This earns the siblings an invitation into the Disboard, a realm in which all disputes and problems are sorted through games.
Beat them all to win it all: Once there, the siblings decide to retain their undefeated-even-by-god status. Along the way, they have to win one game after another to bring together the 16 races, with the ultimate goal to defeat Tet.
But, there is always a problem: While the duo are champion gamers, it takes them a while to fit into this new world of high-stakes gaming where cheating is rampant and only punished when the person, who is cheated, calls out the cheating.
The siblings find it hard to win in the realm where rules can be bent as long as the opponent is none the wiser about the unscrupulous tactics.
So, as you watch the 12-part hit show, you wager, strategize and win with Blank. And that’s the reason the 2014 show was a massive hit and continues to enjoy quite a fan following. If you haven’t enjoyed an episode before, you can catch them all on Hulu.
<h2>2. Code Geass</h2>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-738 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Code-Geass.jpg" alt="Code Geass" width="800" height="416" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Code-Geass.jpg 800w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Code-Geass-300x156.jpg 300w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Code-Geass-768x399.jpg 768w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Code-Geass-1600x832.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" />
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Two seasons, 25 episodes, and never a dull moment in this anime show. Plus, the fact that it showcases the central characters’ extraordinary chess skills from the get-go makes it a must-watch for anybody who enjoys the game and anime.
The intelligent yet withdrawn prince: It all starts with a super-intelligent but exiled prince, LeLouch who is exceptionally good at chess. In the first few episodes, you are treated to a display of these skills as our brooding hero goes through the travails of university life.
A new superpower, and the good becomes better: Soon enough, he finds himself in the midst of a terrorist attack and is saved by a mysterious figure who grants him a supernatural power called Geass. With it, he can get anybody to do his bidding, but the power only works once on a person and only after direct eye contact.
Great power brings great responsibility: With his newfound power and his expertise in chess, LeLouch sets about to revenge his mother’s brutal murder, free Japan from the clutches of the Britannia regime and basically make this world a better place for all, including his physically and visually challenged sister.
Of friends and enemies and friends who become enemies: Despite his will-bending powers, Lelouch ends up making several enemies, including some like Suzaku, a friend in the past, and even some members of the resistance who share the same goal as him.
Emotions, action, and psychological mind games with chess as the garnish on top, that’s Code Geass for you. The show was a huge success in its native Japan and has since garnered an ever-growing fan base across the world.
In fact, a sequel of sorts to the original show, which is called, Code Geass: Z of the Recapture, is already in the works and is supposed to herald a ten-year plan to continue the Geass Saga. The two seasons of the original are available on Netflix. If you are into superhero anime and enjoy chess, this is definitely the show for you.
<h2>3. Shion no Ō</h2>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-733 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Shion-no-Ō.jpg" alt="Shion no Ō" width="800" height="416" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Shion-no-Ō.jpg 800w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Shion-no-Ō-300x156.jpg 300w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Shion-no-Ō-768x399.jpg 768w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Shion-no-Ō-1600x832.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" />
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This one is not based on chess but on shogi. However, this is one of the few serialized anime where the game is as much a focal point of the show as the plot itself.
A tragic start: The story takes you into the life of a young girl called Shion, who witnesses the assassination of her parents as a wee kid. The trauma of the experience snatches away her ability to speak.
The secret may lie in shogi: While she does not remember all that transpired, Shion does know that the killer had taken the “king” pawn from her father’s shogi board, and this serves as an impetus for her to learn and eventually master the game.
The pro player: Shion turns pro at 13 and is a player to watch for but soon enough, the success brings dangerous attention her way.
The threats and the stalker: By the second episode, Shion ends up being saved by a person who is to be her opponent in the future.
But, the threat never leaves her side: As she wins match after match, Shion continues to apply her shogi expertise to find out who killed her parents and why.
And the audience is with her every step of the way through this tumultuous and dangerous journey. Revealing more would be giving away spoilers on a platter. So, if this murder mystery that has loads of shogi in it has piqued your interest, catch a streaming episode of the show on Yidio and AppleTV.
<h2>4. The black butler:</h2>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-737 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/black-butler.jpg" alt="black butler" width="800" height="416" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/black-butler.jpg 800w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/black-butler-300x156.jpg 300w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/black-butler-768x399.jpg 768w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/black-butler-1600x832.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" />
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This one is a gripping show that combines strategy with the supernatural, and once you put those two together, the storyboard turns into a virtual chess board with characters moving across it like pawns. While the plot will keep you glued to the screen, unfortunately, there is no real chess in this one, not even shogi in fact.
However, the protagonist, Ceil (a 12-year-old boy in Victorian London), and his demonic butler do a fine job of applying chess strategies to life’s innumerable problems as Ceil always finds himself in the eye of the storm. The black butler is one of the most highly rated anime shows and is a must-watch if you enjoy fantasy with a generous peppering of mystery and strategy.
<h2>5. The Prince of Tennis</h2>
Of course, the name of the show is a dead giveaway, so you are bound to ask what it has to do with chess. The plotline involves the chronicles of a cocky tennis prodigy in a new school in Japan that has the best middle school tennis players in the country.
While tennis is the central plotline, several episodes of this show feature aspects of competitive chess and is definitely a must-watch for people who enjoy sports, board games, and of course, anime.
<h2>6. Durarara:</h2>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-740 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Durarara.jpg" alt="Durarara" width="800" height="416" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Durarara.jpg 800w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Durarara-300x156.jpg 300w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Durarara-768x399.jpg 768w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Durarara-1600x832.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" />
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Mobs and ghosts get together to make a strange yet tantalizing story that will beckon you to explore the show further. For a change, in this show, it is not the protagonists but the antagonist who enjoys playing people as one would the pawns on a chess board.
The best part is that this colorful antagonist actually has his own version of chess plus shogi, which he uses to anticipate the actions and reactions of any and all who are of interest to him. While in the end, the protagonist always wins, in this show, it is the <a href="https://villains.fandom.com/wiki/Izaya_Orihara" target="_blank" rel="noopener">villain</a> who will leave you with lasting memories of the show.
<h2>7. Death Note</h2>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-739 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Death-Note.jpg" alt="Death Note" width="800" height="416" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Death-Note.jpg 800w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Death-Note-300x156.jpg 300w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Death-Note-768x399.jpg 768w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Death-Note-1600x832.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" />
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Another extremely popular fantasy-based anime, this show, involves a magical book that can be used to kill people. All the owner of the book had to do is write the name of the person to be killed in it, and the job gets done magically. The central characters have to find out who is the owner of this death-giving book. While chess is not a background theme nor an omnipresent aspect of the plotline, it is used in one episode to show a battle of wits of sort.
<h2>8. Naruto:</h2>
<img decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-741 size-full" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Naruto.jpg" alt="Naruto" width="800" height="416" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Naruto.jpg 800w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Naruto-300x156.jpg 300w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Naruto-768x399.jpg 768w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Naruto-1600x832.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" />
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One of the most popular anime shows, Naruto’s storyline features shogi very prominently. Sarutobi uses the game to connect with generations past and future. Also, it is used as the perfect backdrop to highlight subtle emotions in an indirect way. Of course, all that ninja action is an added bonus. With all of that, this is an all-time favorite that certainly merits a watch.
<h2>9. Baccano:</h2>
Blend history with fantasy and add some amount of strategy to it and you will come up with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baccano!" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Baccano</a>. Set, at first, in 1711 and working its way to 1932, the storyline of this show involves the elixir of mortality, its formula, which came courtesy of a demon, a bunch of Mafiosi, several thugs and thieves and of course, the unassuming protagonist who find themselves in the middle of it all.
<h2>10. Detective Conan:</h2>
This is an ongoing series that showcases how the principles and learnings of shogi can be applied to various facets of life. Unlike other shows, this one does not occur in a world of fantasy or a timeline from the yore.
Instead, as the name suggests, this is the story of a modern-day detective who also happens to be a professional shogi player. Shukichi uses extraordinary deductive abilities and an impressive memory that he develops thanks to shogi, and he uses these in his pursuit of criminals.
So, there you have it, folks, 10 of best anime shows based on chess, shogi, strategy, and game theory in general. If you are keen on a binge-watching session start at the top of this list and work your way down, chances are you won’t be able to help yourself from going to the next show once you start. Happy watching!
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<title>Shemale And Tranny: Everything That You Wanted To Know!</title>
<link>https://www.editorialdigest.com/shemale-and-tranny/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=shemale-and-tranny</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Miller Johnson]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2022 14:08:51 +0000</pubDate>
<category><![CDATA[Lifestyle]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[Several transgender women are now flaunting beauty pageant titles, including Miss Nevada 2021, who created history by winning the crown in her state. Transgender individuals have also eked out a place for themselves in industries that were hitherto considered out of reach for them, such as tech. Despite these accomplishments, many continue to refer to them as shemale or tranny. Both terms are considered extremely derogatory by members of transgender and transsexual communities. Yes, those two are actually different, but that’s for later. Some use these slurs out of ignorance, while others use them to deliberately slight individuals who they ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Several transgender women are now <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/transgender-miss-usa-contestant-eliminated-early-rcna7018" target="_blank" rel="noopener">flaunting beauty pageant titles</a>, including Miss Nevada 2021, who created history by winning the crown in her state. Transgender individuals have also eked out a place for themselves in industries that were hitherto considered out of reach for them, such as tech.
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Despite these accomplishments, many continue to refer to them as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shemale" target="_blank" rel="noopener">shemale</a> or tranny. Both terms are considered extremely derogatory by members of transgender and transsexual communities. Yes, those two are actually different, but that’s for later.
Some use these slurs out of ignorance, while others use them to deliberately slight individuals who they feel are different. So, at the outset, let’s start by talking about what these terms, although condescending, actually mean.
<h2>Who or what is a shemale?</h2>
As is obvious, the term is a portmanteau or blend of two words: “She” and “Male”. It refers to an individual who has secondary feminine physical traits but primary masculine physical characteristics.
Simply put, they have male genitalia along with breasts and the lack of facial and body hair, and Adam’s apple. Because these individuals are born male, these feminine traits are obviously induced through surgery or hormone therapy.
So, a shemale is essentially a transwoman- A term that refers to a male transitioning to female.
<h2>How did the word she-male come about?</h2>
At the turn of the 19th century, it was a contemptuous term used to refer to women, and this usage continued well into the 1920s when it was begrudgingly used to describe an intellectual woman and even a feminist.
By the 1970s, the term evolved a bit while retaining its bias against the fairer sex and was used to refer to women who were assertive and/or disliked. It wasn’t until the 1990’s that the term took on sexual connotations. And since then, it prevailed as gay slang. In more recent times, it has been used mostly in the porn industry or as an insult.
<h2>Who or what is a tranny?</h2>
Tranny is a slur used to refer to transgender individuals. It’s more an umbrella term that refers to a cross-dresser (transvestite) or a transsexual man or woman, or even a gender binary person. Basically, it’s a slur used for any effeminate man.
<h2>How did the word tranny originate?</h2>
This one came from within the LGBTQ community and was earlier used as a no-fuss yet in-your-face acceptance of being a trans person. It was frequently used by members of the transgender community, but in recent years it has gained much ignominy, to the point where it now figures in Facebook’s list of hate-speech words. You know the ones that get posts flagged.
In fact, so negative are the connotations now that even when trans people like RuPaul (Circa 2014) or Lance Bass (Circa 2011) used these words, they attracted the ire of other transgender individuals. Having said that, the community at large stands divided when it comes to the use of terms like she-male and tranny.
<h2>Should you be using these words?</h2>
In terms of just how derogatory the word she-male is, think of it this way, the use of this term has been rejected even from reptile literature. So, if you cannot use it for a lizard, you certainly can’t use it for a transgender woman.
As far as the term tranny goes, think of it like the word “nigger”. You will often see African Americans casually throwing the term around among themselves, without anybody taking slight. But nobody is going to take it casually if you were to use that term. Ditto for the word tranny!
Also, both these words, more specifically the term shemale, are almost exclusively associated with the porn industry. In fact, you are unlikely to hear/read it outside of the description or title of a porn video.
As one expert put it, the word she-male is only used to create some sort of moral justification for straight men who indulge in pornography that has a performer who sports male genitalia.
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<h2>If not tranny or shemale, what should you call them?</h2>
While the appropriate term would depend on the gender/sexual orientation of an individual, it would be hard to gauge such facts at first glance. And, it is certainly not appropriate to get nosy about it in the first few meetings. Instead, play it safe and just address this person as transwoman or t-woman.
In simple words, if she looks like a woman, dresses like one but wasn’t born as one, you call her a t-woman or a trans-woman.
<h2>Can you tell a shemale from a female?</h2>
Gender reassignment surgeries have truly come a long way. Also, genes play a huge role in diminishing the physical difference between a person who was born a woman and one who eventually chooses to look and live like one.
For example, a trans woman will usually be larger and taller than a woman. However, if you are interacting with a person of Asian origin where even men are built smaller and less robust unless you have been around a lot of Asian women, it will be hard to tell the difference.
The jawline, particularly among westerners, is often a dead giveaway. While women tend to have smoother jaw contours, men will have sharp and square jaw lines. The neck is once again another aspect that can be a defining trait if you are talking about a trans person who is Caucasian or African American.
The neck seems to start higher up, from just below the ear lobes in men, while in women, there is a gradual dip that eventually starts going straight down from chin level to form a slender neck.
The arms are another distinguishing trait. In men, the arm, starting above the elbow and going down to the wrist, tends to be almost in a straight line. But in women, there is a distinct angular shape at the elbow.
Also, there is more symmetry in the hip-to-shoulder ratio of women, while men tend to have broad shoulders and narrow hips. But if you are dealing with a lanky fella, the difference in the hip-to-shoulder ratio may not be so pronounced.
And above all, these physical differences are attributed to hormones. This means that after hormone replacement therapy, frankly, it can be hard to tell the difference. And asking people to show their junk is not polite. So, in a nutshell, while there can be some differences in some individuals, these can fade over time or may not be conspicuous enough in the first place.
<h2>Which industry do she-males work in?</h2>
If you are talking about she-males, then they are restricted to porn and prostitution because that term isn’t used in any other industry. On the other hand, if you are talking about transgender women, transgender, and transsexual people, you will find them working across all sectors.
For years, transgender and transsexual individuals were relegated to working in specific sectors such as beauty, fashion, food and beverages, and of course, show business. But, that has been changing rapidly. Today, the <a href="https://www.reuters.com/article/us-americas-tech-lgbt-jobs-trfn-idUSKBN27D1QD" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tech sector</a> is one of the biggest employers of transgender
professionals. In fact, the representation of the LGBTQ+ community is significantly higher in the tech sector than in the old world sectors.
<h2>In which country can you see shemales frequently?</h2>
Because in many countries, the orthodox and majoritarian outlook towards transgender or transsexual people remains negative, it would not be possible to get accurate country-wise numbers. However, some societies are more open than others when it comes to accepting LGBTQ individuals and their rights.
And if you were to consider only such countries, the United States, Brazil and Argentina would top the list of countries with the most transgender/transsexual people. On their heels are Thailand, the Philippines, India, Cambodia, and Indonesia.
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<h2>Men like shemales- Myth or truth?</h2>
Some men do, and some men don’t. And <a href="https://www.sbs.com.au/topics/pride/explainer/transwomen-and-men-who-love-them" target="_blank" rel="noopener">men who do like trans women</a> are <a href="https://www.science20.com/quantum_gravity/blog/study_shows_men_attracted_to_transgender_women_are_not_gay_duh-159551" target="_blank" rel="noopener">not always gay</a>, and they actually have a study that suggests this.
Having said that, a common theme emerged through 3 studies in which men who identified themselves as straight discussed their attraction toward transwomen. Many of these men said that the construction of femininity by transwomen is what created <a href="https://www.scirp.org/journal/paperinformation.aspx?paperid=103699" target="_blank" rel="noopener">sexual attraction</a>. In layman terms, trans women tend to deck themselves up more than ciswomen (women who are born as women and who present this gender even in later life).
Now, girls, there is no reason to be slighted by this. Let’s be honest here-Women tend to get complacent over time, often simply because they have their plates overflowing with responsibility. This is not to say that transgender women have nothing better to do. But, the reality is that they do get more time to focus on themselves and their appearance.
Plus, the portrayal of feminism gives them a sense of freedom and pleasure at the psychological level.
Hence, unlike ciswomen, they tend not to let themselves go. Also, they are more open-minded sexually than most women. And that begs the question- What man wouldn’t lust for a good-looking woman who is happy to indulge his sexual fantasies?
<h2>And that brings us to the fag end- Pun definitely not intended!</h2>
After all of that, you probably still have one more question, the answer to which was promised in the beginning. What exactly is the <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/transgender/difference-between-transgender-and-transsexual" target="_blank" rel="noopener">difference between a transgender and transsexual person</a>?
Well, <a href="https://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/book/export/html/2824" target="_blank" rel="noopener">transgender people</a> are those who present themselves with a different gender than what they were born with. For instance, a transvestite, a cross-dresser, a transsexual binary, and others. Transgender people may or may not opt for hormone replacement therapy or gender reassignment surgery.
On the other hand, a <a href="https://www.researchgate.net/publication/5552324_Sexuality_of_Male-to-Female_Transsexuals" target="_blank" rel="noopener">transsexual individual</a> is someone who has brought about physical and social changes to conform to their new gender identity. For instance, a woman who has opted for medical interventions to induce masculine physical traits and has changed her name to reflect her new gender identity.
So, there you have it folks; in a nutshell, that was a small introduction to the world of transgender and transsexual people. Hopefully, after reading this, you will choose not to use derogatory terms such as shemale and tranny in their reference.
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<title>Is Tails A Boy Or A Girl? Detailed Information Explained</title>
<link>https://www.editorialdigest.com/is-tails-a-boy-or-a-girl/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-tails-a-boy-or-a-girl</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Miller Johnson]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2022 08:44:57 +0000</pubDate>
<category><![CDATA[Cartoon]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[Tails is young and as cute as a button. To add to that, the two-tailed fox has a very distinctive effeminate voice. And as Sonic’s partner in adventure, Tails does enjoy a significant fan following. So, you are bound to wonder: Is Tails a boy or a girl? If this question about the cutesy young thang has long kept you pondering, find the answer here… If you thought that Tails was a gal-fox, you are not the only one! The use of female voice-over artists is what created the confusion over Tails’ gender to begin with. And if that wasn’t ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Tails is young and as cute as a button. To add to that, the two-tailed fox has a very distinctive effeminate voice. And as Sonic’s partner in adventure, Tails does enjoy a significant fan following. So, you are bound to wonder: Is Tails a boy or a girl? If this question about the cutesy young thang has long kept you pondering, find the answer here…
<h2>If you thought that Tails was a gal-fox, you are not the only one!</h2>
The use of female voice-over artists is what created the confusion over Tails’ gender to begin with. And if that wasn’t enough, some of the fox’s idiosyncrasies which are unmistakably feminine, fueled the speculation further. To add to it all, in the Hispanic dubs of the TV Show, <a href="https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/boards/586472-sonic-the-hedgehog-3/50405277" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tails is a girl</a>.
So, fandom has long been divided on this point. But, before debunking the myths about Tails’ gender, a bit of background talk is certainly warranted.
<h2>Who exactly is Tails?</h2>
For the uninitiated, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tails_(Sonic_the_Hedgehog)" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tails the two-tailed fox</a> is Sonic’s sidekick who sports two tails which he uses much like rotor blades. The extra tail earned the fox its moniker-Tails, and a lot of bullying before he met Sonic.
The fox’s name is actually <a href="https://sonic.fandom.com/wiki/Miles_%22Tails%22_Prower_(Adventures_of_Sonic_the_Hedgehog)" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Miles Prower</a>. The smart play on the words miles per hour came courtesy of the character’s creator- Yamaguchi Yasushi. The young, humble, and helpful Tails is Sonic’s partner in adventure and adoptive brother.
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<h2>So, is Tails a “he” or a “she”?</h2>
While there is some talk about how a female character was proposed in the conceptualization phase of Sonic 2, that proposition was quickly scrapped when Yamaguchi won an internal competition to create Sonic’s sidekick. The character Tails was always a male, and that’s how he is portrayed in all franchise offerings.
<h2>Why do so many feel Tails is a girl?</h2>
For starters, a lot of people confuse Tails’ admiration for Sonic as a crush. In reality, the two young foxes are best friends and always have each other’s back.
Also, Tails is a genteel character who tends to turn to Sonic for help over any other character. This, too, led people to feel that there was more than just bromance between the two.
Moreover, Tails often gets miffed when Sonic flirts with a girl. While the irritation is attributed to his need for attention, many fans pin it on jealousy.
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<h2>Why, then, the use of a female voiceover artist?</h2>
Tails is a young fox, only eight years old, which means that the creators were understandably not too keen on giving him a deep voice. That ruled out male artists. They did try with kids, but that did not work out too well, because of which they finally settled for a woman’s voice.
Actually, that is pretty common in the world of animations. For example, both Jimmy Neutron and Bart Simpson mouth the words of women voiceover artists.
<h2>And, Tails is crushing on a girl!</h2>
Of course, a girl could crush on another girl, but the character debuted way back in 1992, and it is highly unlikely that Tails’ Japanese creators would, at the time, include a lesbian character in their franchise.
So Tail’s crush on Zoey and eventually her turning into his love interest is definitely a romance between a young male fox and a young female fox.
<h2>So, there you have it: Tails is definitely male.</h2>
Is Tails A Boy Or A Girl? Now you get the answer. He is a youngster who is immature and gullible, which often lands him in trouble. Since Sonic always rescues Tails, fans associate that with the classic plot of a superhero shaking the world down to rescue his lady love.
But, when it comes to Tails, Sonic is definitely the older brother, not the lover! And Tails is undoubtedly a young male fox.
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<title>What Do The Symbols On A Fire Extinguisher Indicate? To Be Safe</title>
<link>https://www.editorialdigest.com/what-do-the-symbols-on-a-fire-extinguisher-indicate/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-do-the-symbols-on-a-fire-extinguisher-indicate</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Miller Johnson]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 13:13:42 +0000</pubDate>
<category><![CDATA[Safety Tips]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[The one question that calls for serious thought before using or buying a fire extinguisher is this- What do the symbols on a fire extinguisher indicate? If you are wondering why, imagine this- you have too many gadgets attached to a plug point which leads to a few sparks flying about. These end up attacking the box of tissue paper, and before you know it, you are confronted by the acrid smell of burning paper and plastic and have flames and sparks to go with it. Your brain screams, “Fire- Do something”. But you have nothing to worry about since ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[The one question that calls for serious thought before using or buying a fire extinguisher is this- What do the symbols on a fire extinguisher indicate?
If you are wondering why, imagine this- you have too many gadgets attached to a plug point which leads to a few sparks flying about. These end up attacking the box of tissue paper, and before you know it, you are confronted by the acrid smell of burning paper and plastic and have flames and sparks to go with it.
Your brain screams, “Fire- Do something”. But you have nothing to worry about since the fire extinguisher is within easy reach. You put it to use, expecting to bring the situation under control.
And then something terrible happens! The minute the fire retardant hits the now-charred electrical point, the sparks get out of control, spreading quickly to all the other points in the room. But how? The fire extinguisher was supposed to help, not make matters worse!
Does this mean fire extinguishers don’t work? Of course, they do. However, that’s only if you use the right kind of product for the fire you are dealing with. But, how do you know what fire extinguisher to own and use? Continue reading to find out…
<h2>So, what kind of symbols do fire extinguishers have?</h2>
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1. Alphabets: A, B, C, D, and K are the letters you will find in the alphanumeric code used to describe the type and scope of a fire extinguisher. These letters are placed in geometric symbols, and the combinations used are standard, so there is no room for ambiguity. For instance:
· The letter “A” is always placed inside a triangle (black or green).
· The letter “B” will always be found inside a square (Black or red).
· The letter “C” will be seen inside a circle (black, metallic, or blue).
· The letter “D” is drawn inside a 5-pointed star (black or yellow).
· The letter “K” is depicted on its own or inside a hexagon (black even when all others are in color).
Even if you do not find these letters in the form of symbols, they will be used in the classification of the fire extinguisher. More on this coming up.
2. Pictographs: Some manufacturers use pictographs instead of alphabets simply to ensure that even those who don’t know the first thing about fire safety standards understand what is being conveyed. Often product makers like to play it safe hence they use both alphabetical symbols and pictographs, so this is what you are likely to see:
· For the letter “A”: The pictograph will always show a trashcan and some wood logs on fire.
· For the letter “B”: A barrel/can of fuel with flames on the side.
· For the letter “C”: Electrical plug and socket with flames around them.
· For the letter “D”: A bar of metal with flames emanating from it.
· For the letter “K”: A frying pan on fire
The pictographs and the alphabetical symbols depict the type of fire extinguisher; in other words, the type of fire that the product can be used to extinguish.
3. Numbers: These are placed before the alphabets in the classification, and they indicate the scope of use. Simply put, <a href="https://kleinfiredept.com/faqs/5-what-do-the-numbers-and-letters-mean-on-a-fire-extinguisher" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the number will tell you</a> how big a fire the product can effectively handle.
<h2>Symbols that describe the type of fire that the extinguisher can control</h2>
The alphabets listed above stand for the class of fire that the extinguisher is meant to handle. Take a look at what these <a href="https://www.lafayette.in.gov/664/Fire-Extinguisher-Classification" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fire classifications</a> are all about.
· Class A: This is a fire that involves ordinary combustible items such as paper, wood, rubber, fabric, cotton, cardboard, and some types of plastic. In a nutshell, these fires leave behind the residue of ash, hence the use of the letter “A” in its classification.
If you just see the alphabet “A” on the extinguisher, it means that the product can exclusively be used only on Class A fires and no other type.
· Class B: This type of fire results from combustible and flammable liquids and gases, such as gasoline, oil, kerosene, lacquers, oil-based paints, solvents, propane, etc. These flammable liquids are often stored in barrels, hence the use of the alphabet “B” in their symbolic depiction.
· Class C: These fires involve energized/live electrical equipment/points. For instance, the fire could result from faulty circuit breakers and fuse boxes, electric short circuits in machinery and gadgets and electrical wiring/cord, etc.
· Class D: You are unlikely to witness such a fire in a home setup because Class D fires involve flammable metals. So, they are likely to occur in laboratories where metals such as titanium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium are used.
· Class K: This type of fire is most commonly encountered in homes because it involves cooking media such as vegetable oil and animal fats.
So, a fire extinguisher that has just the letter “A” on it can only be used on Class A fires and not on any other class of fire. If the product is marked “B: C”, it means the extinguisher can be used against Class B and C fires but not against Class A.
<h2>The numbers that quantify the use of a fire extinguisher!</h2>
All fire extinguishers are labeled with a letter and a number. What does the number indicate? Although you won’t see numbers with pictographs, you will see a few listed alongside the alphabets in the classification of the product.
However, the numbers are only used before the letter “A” and the letter “B” while the other alphabets are left un-numbered. The answer to “why” is coming up in a bit.
The numbers that come before A: The rating in the case of A starts at 1A and goes to 2, 3, 4, 6, 10, 20, 30, and up to 40A. Each rating unit stands for the firefighting power of 1.25 gallons of water. So, a rating of 2A means that the extinguisher has the equivalent of 2.5 gallons of water, while a rating of 40A is equivalent to 50 gallons of water (equivalent to but not the actual quantity of water).
The numbers that come before B: In the case of Class B fires, the rating of the extinguishers start at 1 and goes to 2, 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, right up to 640. These numbers indicate the spread of fire in square feet that the product can put out. So, a rating of 1b means the extinguisher has the power to stop 1 square foot of Class B fire while 2B can put out flames spread across 2 square feet and so on.
<h2>The lack of ratings for Class C, D, and K extinguishers!</h2>
Class C has no rating because it simply stands for the fact that the fire extinguishing agent used does not conduct electricity. Hence, no rating is required.
Class D has no rating system because the flammability of combustible metals and the type and amount of extinguishing agent required to handle the fires caused by them vary significantly. Hence, a simple rating system would not work in case of such fire hazards.
In fact, the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) has a separate standard for such fires. So, typically the label of the extinguisher will list the combustible metals that the product can be used on.
Class K: As is the case with Class D fires, the hazards of Class K also vary significantly in terms of both their flammability and the type and amount of fire retardant required. So, instead of a rating system, manufacturers provide extinguisher-size recommendations based on the specific hazards in the kitchen setup.
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<h2>The different types of fire extinguishers</h2>
You already know that fire extinguishers differ based on the class of fire that they are effective against. So, the different types of extinguishers available in the market are simply combinations of firefighting power against different classes of fire. These are commonly available:
Type A: These products use water jet or mist/fog to extinguish Class A fires. Because water conducts electricity and can lead to the spread of flammable fluids, you cannot use Type A extinguishers on Class B, C, D, or K fires.
Type A and B: These work on both A and B fires because they typically contain a mix of water and foaming chemicals. The water in the mixture is effective against Class A fire, while the foam effectively covers the surface of the combustible fluid depriving the flames of fuel. However, these products don’t work against Class K fires, which involve free-flowing flames.
Type A, B, and C: The most versatile of the lot, these fire extinguishers are powder based and hence can handle 3 classes of fire. The dry chemical used as the extinguishing agent prevents back drafting in Class B fires and deprives Class A hazards of oxygen. Also, the dry powder does not conduct electricity, so it can tame a Class C fire as well.
While these extinguishers are effective against methane gas fires, they don’t work against Class K fires that involve oil/grease and other cooking gases. Also, when used against electrical fires, they do little to cool the appliance/gadget. Hence there is a risk of re-ignition.
Type B and C: These are CO2-based extinguishers hence they work against Class B and C fires. Because CO2 is inert, it does not conduct electricity hence it is safe for use on Class C fires.
Type K: These are wet chemical-based extinguishers that combine the firefighting power of water, potassium bicarbonate and sodium bicarbonate. Together, these manage to prevent the free-flow of the flames and deprive them of fuel by securing the surface of the combustible media and cooling it.
<h2>And after all that, are you ready for a test?</h2>
So, now that you know everything there is to the different classes and ratings of fire extinguishers test yourself with these classifications to see if you understand the firefighting power of a particular product.
<h3>1. What does this mean-6A-80B: C?</h3>
This is a powder-based extinguisher that gives you the firefighting power of (6 X 1.25) 7.5 gallons of water against Class A fires; it can control a Class B fire spread over 80 square feet, and it can also be used on electrical fires.
<h3>2. What does this mean- 10B:C?</h3>
This is a CO2-based extinguisher that will work on 10 square feet of Class B fire and can also be used on electrical fires.
<h3>3. What does this mean- 3A-10B?</h3>
This is a foam-based extinguisher that offers the equivalent of 3.75 gallons of water and can be used to control a Class B fire spread of 10 square feet.
If you got most or all of those correct, you are ready to move on to the next section.
<h2>How do you use a fire extinguisher safely?</h2>
PASS- This is a standard pneumonic given on the label to explain how best to use an extinguisher. But, before you do that, here are a few very important things that you need to remember in case of a fire:
· Activate the fire alarm system if you live in a building or apartment complex, so the other occupants and the fire department get notified.
· Do not try to fight the fire if you don’t know what is burning.
· Only use an extinguisher (no matter what type it is) on small fires. Let the firefighters handle the raging flames.
· If the fire is spreading rapidly beyond its point of origin, it is too late to use an extinguisher, and evacuation is the only option left.
· Do not fight a fire if it is too large for the capacity of your fire extinguisher.
· Do not try to fight a fire that is producing a lot of smoke. You are likely to encounter this when the fire is caused by synthetic fabrics such as nylon and foam padding, etc.
· Above all, if you have a bad feeling about it, don’t stick around to fight your instincts and the fire. Instead, let the fire department handle it for you.
· When using a fire extinguisher, always keep your back towards an exit point so that you can move back and away from the flames.
· Stand 10 to 20 feet away from the flames to minimize the risk of burns
With those covered, you are ready to <a href="https://www.uclahealth.org/safety/classes-of-fires--fire-extinguishers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">use PASS</a>:
P: Pull the pin to unlock the lever that can be pressed to discharge the fire extinguishing agent
A: Aim the hose or nozzle at the base/starting point of the fire. This will effectively put the extinguishing agent on the substance/thing that is burning.
S: Squeeze the lever/handle gently to release the extinguishing agent.
S: Sweep across the burning area side to side, so you cover all the flames and also any re-ignitions.
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<h2>Wrapping it all up for you!</h2>
Now that you have an answer for “what do symbols on a fire extinguisher indicate”, you should have no trouble finding the right product for various areas of your home/office and using it the right way.
But even after all that- here is the most important piece of advice that you should not forget- Fires are dangerous and unpredictable. So no matter how good or versatile your fire extinguisher is, before you use it, ensure that you are not endangering yourself and those around you in an attempt to put out the flames yourself.
Also, in case of a fire, if you feel that someone is in immediate danger, your priority should be to remove this person from harm’s way, but only if this can be done without putting yourself at risk. Finally, even after the flames have been doused, get the fire site inspected by the fire department, particularly in the case of Class C and K fires.
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References:
· <a href="https://fireprevention.utexas.edu/firesafety/abcs-fire-extinguishers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://fireprevention.utexas.edu/firesafety/abcs-fire-extinguishers</a>
· <a href="https://www.redlands.edu/globalassets/depts/administrative-services/abcs_of_portable_fire_extinguishers.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.redlands.edu/globalassets/depts/administrative-services/abcs_of_portable_fire_extinguishers.pdf</a>
· <a href="https://www.nfpa.org/~/media/02F81976E4484A0BB8F8D129EC403ECA.ashx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.nfpa.org/~/media/02F81976E4484A0BB8F8D129EC403ECA.ashx</a>
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<title>11 Best Women Volleyball Players That Are Breaking Records</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2022 13:18:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Volleyball was first played in the year 1895, and the game has only gained more and more popularity ever since. One of the sports that females enjoy the most is volleyball. In the uncommon case of volleyball, the women’s league has greater popularity than the men’s league. The sport of beach volleyball is particularly well-known among female athletes worldwide. It is really inspiring to watch a woman participating in volleyball, a sport that requires intense physical preparation. Below are 11 Best Women Volleyball Players that are Breaking Records and taking the world of volleyball by a storm. 1. Minimol Abraham ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[Volleyball was first played in the year 1895, and the game has only gained more and more popularity ever since. One of the sports that females enjoy the most is volleyball. In the uncommon case of volleyball, the women’s league has greater popularity than the men’s league.
The sport of beach volleyball is particularly well-known among female athletes worldwide. It is really inspiring to watch a woman participating in volleyball, a sport that requires intense physical preparation. Below are 11 Best Women Volleyball Players that are Breaking Records and taking the world of volleyball by a storm.
<h2>1. Minimol Abraham – India</h2>
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Minimol Abraham is the current captain of the Indian women’s national volleyball team. Minimol participates in domestic league matches for the volleyball team India Railways. She is regarded as one of the best volleyball players for women to have come out of Kerala.
She was chosen to represent India first at the 2010 Asian Games, her first time competing at an Asian Games, and she was a member of the team that ranked 9th in the women’s team competition. Minimol Abraham was chosen to lead the Indian national squad in the 2018 Asian Games in July 2018.
Two golds at the All Indian Inter-University Championships are among Minimol’s first victories. She received her nomination to serve India at the Asian Games in 2010.
In July 2018, Minimol was appointed captain of Team India. The 18th Asian Games in Jakarta-Palembang, Indonesia, was her first significant competition as captain. She also had 24 points in India’s 3-2 Pool B loss to Chinese-Taipei, which made her the team’s “Best Scorer” for the competition.
<h2>2. Misty May-Treanor – America</h2>
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American professional volleyball player Misty May-Treanor is regarded as one of the sport’s top female players at the moment. Despite having resigned from professional volleyball, <a href="https://www.teamusa.org/usa-volleyball/athletes/Misty-May-Treanor" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">three-time Olympic gold medallist May-Treanor </a>is still regarded as one of the top female athletes in the country. She has a net worth of $5.5 million as of 2022.
May Treanor ended her 13-year professional beach volleyball career, during which she had the most tremendous success of any player in the sport, when she decided to hang up her spikes. With 112 individual championship victories in domestic and international competitions, she is by far the most successful female beach volleyball player and a three-time Olympic gold medallist.
<h2>3. Yeon-Koung Kim – Korea</h2>
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Yeon-Koung Kim, a South Korean volleyball legend, is frequently rated among the top three on lists of the best players ever made. Kim was the captain and an outside hitter for the South Korean national team until she announced her retirement from the squad in 2021. Since then, she has switched to playing for the Chinese club Shanghai women’s volleyball.
Kim has been chosen as the 2012 London Olympics’ MVP and top scorer. Despite the fact that her team came in 4th position, Kim established a points record with 207, demonstrating her greatness. She is the first volleyball player from Asia to ever win MVP honors in the Central European Women’s Champions League.
<h2>4. Samantha Bricio – Mexico</h2>
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Samantha Bricio plays volleyball professionally and is from Mexico. She is the newest player to have ever represented Mexico. She is one of the most well-known and well-liked female volleyball players of all time. Samantha Bricio has a net worth of about $4 million as of 2022. Bricio competed in the FIVB Girls Junior World Championship in 2009, where she placed ninth, and in 2011, where she ranked twelfth.
She won best Scorer & Best Server prizes in the 2010 Latin American & Caribbean Games, and the Best Scorer prizes at 2011 Youth Pan-American Championship and 2012 Junior Pan-American Cup.
Bricio assisted her club in the 2016–17 CEV Champions League as well as in additional triumphs in the Italian Cup. She still has a lot of potentials to play in order to establish herself as one of the finest players. She is one of the most well-known and well-liked female volleyball players of all time. In the year 2015, she was declared as <a href="https://news.usc.edu/trojan-family/the-ace/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">American Volleyball Coaches Association National Player of the Year.</a>
<h2>5. Ting Zhu – China</h2>
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Captain of China’s women’s volleyball team and outside hitter Ting Zhu, who most recently played for the Turkish volleyball team, went back to her native China in 2020 and is now a player with Tianjin Bohai Bank. She has received numerous honors, including the MVP trophy from the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. One of the greatest volleyball players in history, Ting Zhu is now the highest-paid volleyball player in the world as of 2019.
Zhu Ting won the silver medal at the Championship in Italy, in which she was chosen as the Greatest Outside Spiker, and she continues to improve. She was selected as the Best Player & Best Spiker in the 2015 Asian Championship, where she also took home the gold medal.
<h2>6. Kelsey Robinson – America</h2>
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American volleyball player Kelsey Robinson competes for the national women’s volleyball team of the United States. Robinson has multiple gold medals from various volleyball championships. With millions of admirers on social media all across the world, she is one of the most well-liked female volleyball players. Kelsey Robinson has a net worth of $3.5 million as of 2022, and she’s now striving hard to grow it.
She was selected to the 18-person team for FIVB Volleyball Nation League competition in May 2021 that took place in Rimini, Italy, from May 25 to June 24. Prior to the 2020 Olympics in July, it was the only significant international competition. Karch Kiraly, head coach of the US National Team, revealed that she will be a member of the 12-person Olympic team competing in the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics.
<h2>7. Laura Ludwig – German</h2>
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She is a skilled German defender who plays beach volleyball professionally. She previously competed in pairs with fellow countrywoman Kira Walkenhorst at Hamburger SV, where she has recently won European titles. <a href="https://olympics.com/en/athletes/laura-ludwig#b2p-athlete-olympic-results" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">At the 2016 Olympics, she took home the gold medal</a>. At the 2016 World Tour Championships in Toronto, she added a Gold medal to her collection. She triumphed at the World Cup in Vienna in 2017.
To represent Germany in the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, which was postponed due to the global Covid-19 outbreak, Ludwig teamed up with Margareta Kozuch in July.
<h2>8. Kerri Walsh Jennings – America</h2>
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Kerri Lee Walsh Jennings is an American beach volleyball player who has won three Olympic gold medals and one bronze. She was born on August 15, 1978. As an opposing hitter for the American women’s indoor team, Walsh competed in the Summer Olympics of 2000, where her team finished in fourth place. In Los Angeles, California, Walsh trained on the stretch of sand between Hermosa and Manhattan Beach.
Olympic gold medallist Walsh Jennings has increased in popularity among sports enthusiasts. With a net worth of $6 million, she ranks among the top and wealthiest beach volleyball players.
<h2>9. Saori Kimura – Japan</h2>
<img decoding="async" class="wp-image-639 size-full alignnone" src="data:image/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B" data-layzr="https://editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Saori-Kimura.jpg" alt="Saori Kimura" width="430" height="550" data-layzr-srcset="https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Saori-Kimura.jpg 430w, https://www.editorialdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Saori-Kimura-235x300.jpg 235w" sizes="(max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px" />
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She is a Toray Arrows volleyball player from Japan. She was a member of the women’s volleyball team as well as one of its captains. She competed in the 2004 World Championships, the 2008 Summer Olympics, the 2012 Summer Olympics, and the 2016 Summer Olympics. <a href="https://olympics.com/en/athletes/saori-kimura" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">In 2012, she took home a bronze medal.</a> She could play wing because of her extreme versatility.
Her few great achievements include 2010’s 59th Kuroyashiki Tournament MVP award, Best Server at the 2010 Piemonte Woman Cup Tournament,
“Best Scorer” at the 2010 FIVB World Grand Prix Women’s Premier League’s and Excellent Player Award for 2010–11.
<h2>10. Francesca Piccinini – Italy</h2>
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She is an Italian volleyball player who till now has competed in the Summer Olympics four times, in 2000, 2004, 2008, and 2012. She performed with the Women’s National Team in the 2002 Championship in Germany, where they took home the gold medal. Against the United States on June 10, 1995, she made her international debut for Italy.
Francesca Piccinini has a $6 million net worth as of 2022. She is one of Italy’s most well-liked female athletes. She received the “Best Player” honor after her team had won the 2009–10 CEV Indesit League Title with the Italian team Volley Bergamo, where she played professionally.
<h2>11. Pornpun Guedpard – Thailand</h2>
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.Pornpun Guedpard is a player of the women’s national volleyball team of Thailand. For Jakarta Mandiri Popsivo Polwan, she won the “Best Setter” award at the 2015 Asian Club Championship, the “Most Valuable Player” award at the 2015 CH7 University Championship, and third place at the 2022 Indonesian Proliga. She is undoubtedly one of the best and most well-known female volleyball players. She currently has a net worth of $4.5 million as of 2022.
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
Volleyball is unquestionably one of the most thrilling sports in the world, as well as the advent of worldwide volleyball leagues and tournaments, like those run by Fédération Internationale Volleyball (FIVB), has made it simple for people around the globe to become familiar with some of the sport’s most well-known athletes.
Male athletes are frequently described as being domineering. In the realm of volleyball, though, this is not the case. In the sport of volleyball, women are unquestionably the leading players and are making a mark at every step of this challenging game.
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References
https://women.volleybox.net/players/ranking/2022
https://www.stadiumtalk.com/s/greatest-volleyball-players-bbfbbdcab80245de
https://www.onmanorama.com/sports/other-sports/2022/06/28/princess-cup-volleyball-hong-kong-end-indian-eves-unbeaten-run.html
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<title>Long Neck Women: A Unique Culture Still Existing Today</title>
<link>https://www.editorialdigest.com/long-neck-women/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=long-neck-women</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Miller Johnson]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2022 13:20:25 +0000</pubDate>
<category><![CDATA[Our Planet]]></category>
<category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[How long is your neck? That’s really such a weird question that you may think “who will care about the length of their necks?” But when you see the Kayan women, you will be totally amazed and wonder how long their neck is. If you have ever heard of the famous long neck women of Northern Thailand, you have probably seen pictures of the so-called “giraffe women” and you may have wondered how, and why they strive to make their necks look so unusually long. We’re here to learn all about the fascinating history behind this cultural tradition, and to ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[How long is your neck? That’s really such a weird question that you may think “who will care about the length of their necks?” But when you see the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kayan_people_(Myanmar)" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kayan women</a>, you will be totally amazed and wonder how long their neck is.
If you have ever heard of the famous <a href="https://guardian.ng/life/kayan-tribe-the-unique-long-neck-people-of-thailand/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">long neck women of Northern Thailand</a>, you have probably seen pictures of the so-called “giraffe women” and you may have wondered how, and why they strive to make their necks look so unusually long. We’re here to learn all about the fascinating history behind this cultural tradition, and to find out how it fits into today’s society.
<h2>Brief Introduction of Long Neck Women</h2>
Many different cultures around the world express themselves with their modes of dress, and the Kayan are no different. In this tribe, women wear brass coils around the neck. From as early as the age of five or six, girls are fitted with brass neck coils, which they will wear all their lifetime, and every two years or so a new coil will be added on. It is said that they will never take off these coils, until they get married, give birth to a baby or die.
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The coils are very heavy. It can weigh from 5 kilograms to 10 kilograms. It’s incredible for us to wear such heavy stuff around the neck, but these Kayan women just get used to it. And the longest neck among them can reach 70 cm.
Actually, the neck rings do not physically make the neck longer as such, but they push down on the collar bones and rib cage, giving the illusion of length. And the rings are actually one long length of coiled metal, wound together so that it looks as though the wearer has many metal rings around her neck. Removing them is a cumbersome process, so generally, women never take them off unless new coils are being added.
<h2>How Do They Cope with Brass Coils in Their Daily Life</h2>
As above mentioned, women will wear brass coils for their whole lifespan. They have to clean their coils and necks regularly. Usually, several women will gather together and help each other. They stuff straw into the ring and scrub it, and use towels to clean their necks.
In the summer, the coils are exposed to the sun and get hot easily. In order to keep them cool, they have to stay in the river in case the coils burn their neck skin.
Sleeping can also be an issue, and the women have to pad around the neck area to prevent pain and bruising.
<h2>Why Do They Wear Brass Coils</h2>
The collar bone is gradually displaced as the rings are added over the years, which can cause damage to the outer body as well as the internal organs. And it can even cause the vertebrae in the neck and spine to collapse, leading to pain and serious mobility issues. So why do they wear it?
There are several different sayings about why long neck women wear brass coils on the neck:
1. The long neck makes the women resemble the long neck dragon, which is an important cultural symbol for the Kayan.
2. The rings could protect these weak women against tiger bites to the neck!
3. Women wearing these rings would be less attractive as slaves, meaning that they would be less likely to be stolen by another tribe.
4. When men go hunting, women have to stay at home to protect their treasure. They cast gold, silver and copper into coils and wear them on the neck so that no one can steal them.
5. The neck rings are made from brass and gold. They are expensive and not available to all Kayan, so they are also a symbol of wealth and beauty. The more rings they wear, the richer they are.
No matter what reasons make Kayan women still wear metal rings today, it’s obvious that tourism plays a crucial role in preserving their unique culture.
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<h2>The History of Migration</h2>
The “long neck women” are from a tribe called the Kayan, a sub group of Myanmar’s Karenni people, who fled from Myanmar to Thailand in the 1980s. There was a great deal of unsettlement and uncertainty due to the conflicts between rebels and the military regime in Myanmar at the time, and many Kayan fled to their neighboring Thailand for safety and to raise their families in peace.
<h2>Long Neck Women Boom the Tourism of Thailand</h2>
The Kayan people settled in Northern Thailand and lived in a refugee camp. Why Thailand government didn’t drive away these immigrants? It was because the “long neck women” <a href="https://www.tourism-review.com/travel-tourism-magazine-thai-women-with-neck-coils-are-a-great-tourism-attraction-article2674" target="_blank" rel="noopener">quickly became a tourist attraction</a>. More and more people were curious about Kayan women’s unique and exotic looking, and went to the village in order to know more about them, or just to take pictures.
It boomed local tourism and brought many profits to the government. Even today, the government makes a lot of money from tourism. However, most money is taken by the government. Only a small portion is given to these women as a salary, which is hard for them to live a rich life.
<h2>Current Situation</h2>
Nowadays, more and more women feel that wearing brass rings is a burden for them. It not only brings bad effects on their physical health but also stops them from moving to the modern world. There are many who feel that this practice is outdated and should be relegated to the past.
More and more women are standing up and saying “no” to wearing the coils, although there are still many – especially in the older generations – who feel that it is part of their heritage and should be celebrated. Cultural identity is a large part of wearing the neck rings – the tradition has been around for thousands of years, and as such, it can be hard to move away from this, even in the 21st century.
There have been reports of the older generation kicking back against the rings however. One woman had apparently been wearing the rings for forty years before she decided to remove them! The neck muscles are weakened and it can take time to build them back up, but generally, ex-wearers can regain their full mobility and normal range of movement fairly quickly. The bruising and discolouration from the rings can, however, last much longer. Also, after many years of wearing the rings all day and all night, it can feel very strange to have the rings removed – almost as though the wearer had lost a limb.
It can be difficult for women to rebel against the government. They are not allowed by the government to take off neck rings, otherwise, their salary will be reduced. Their continued refugee status makes it impossible for them to seek work away from their area, and there is no way for them to make money without the income generated by the tourism.
Education is also an issue, with young Kayan having limited access to learning, making it even more difficult to find a good job in later life.
It is estimated that around 40,000 tourists a year, paying roughly $10 each, will stop for photographs and interactions with the Kayan, making this a rather lucrative business. The women also supplement this with hand made art and trinkets to sell to the tourists who have been drawn in by the long neck women.
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<h2>Conclusion</h2>
What a unique culture to foreigners! What a cruel culture for those women!
Cultural identity is important, particularly for those who, for whatever reason, are forced to leave their homelands. This, coupled with the income generated by tourism, means that the long neck women will almost certainly be around for many years yet to come.
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<title>Fill Your Cup: The Need To Prioritize Your Health</title>
<link>https://www.editorialdigest.com/fill-your-cup/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fill-your-cup</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Miller Johnson]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2022 12:47:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[There is a common saying, “fill your cup.” Ever wondered what it means? Fill your cup is taking care of your physical, spiritual, and mental well-being. It is an effective approach to redirecting your energy towards positive things that replenish your spiritual, emotional, and physical reserves. Generally, filling your cup implies taking care of yourself in all aspects of life. Whether you are a parent, a teacher, or a healthcare provider, you often spend too much time caring for others. This is exhausting and can deplete your physical and mental energy, associated with stress, exhaustion, and burnout. The best solution ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[There is a common saying, “fill your cup.” Ever wondered what it means? <a href="https://contentmentquesting.com/fill-your-cup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fill your cup</a> is taking care of your physical, spiritual, and mental well-being. It is an effective approach to redirecting your energy towards positive things that replenish your spiritual, emotional, and physical reserves. Generally, filling your cup implies taking care of yourself in all aspects of life.
Whether you are a parent, a teacher, or a healthcare provider, you often spend too much time caring for others. This is exhausting and can deplete your physical and mental energy, associated with stress, exhaustion, and burnout. The best solution is to take a short break and do something to break the routine and feeds your soul, body, mind, and spirit.
In this article we explore:
<ul>
<li>How can you fill your cup?</li>
<li>Why filling your cup is important?</li>
<li>Signs that You Need to Fill Your Cup</li>
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<h2>How Can You Fill Your Cup</h2>
Selfcare sounds simple. Unfortunately, many people are ignorant about it or don’t know how to go about it. It is not uncommon to see a colleague or a friend being afraid to take a lunch break or a moment for themselves. Selfcare is not something we are taught, and many people don’t value its benefits. Yet there is strong evidence linking self-care with increased productivity, safety, and overall health of the individuals who do self-care.
One study revealed that nurses who practiced mindfulness, such as meditating and sharing their passion with others, reported a 28% decrease in stress levels. The survey further showed the 28% decrease in stress level enhanced nurses’ productivity saving about $3000 in health costs.
So how do we fill our cup? Here are a few simple ideas you can consider regardless of your profession or gender:
• Do activities that make you feel happy or trigger positive emotions. For example, take a walk, get a massage, or take a bath.
• Ensure you <a href="https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/benefits-sleep-more" target="_blank" rel="noopener">get enough quality sleep</a>. The benefits of good sleep are as essential as exercise and diet. Sleep enhances your brain performance, mood and reduces the risks of diseases such as stroke, obesity, dementia, and heart diseases.
• Join a professional peer group. For example, if you are a new mother, network with other new or expectant mothers. This is important because you get a chance to hear and share experiences with peers, which can help overcome the emotional challenge you may be experiencing.
• <a href="https://www.verywellfamily.com/finding-quality-family-time-616982" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spend time with family</a> and friends. Family and friends are a great pillar of social and emotional support, vital for psychological and physical health.
• Practice positive self-talk such as positive affirmation and gratitude, and shun negative thoughts.
• Always take a break. For example, use sick time when you are not feeling well.
Though all of the above ideas are some of the best ways to fill your cup, they will never be effective if you fail to set time for them and make it a routine. It is important to be committed, consistent, and resilient about self-care practice for you to realize the benefits.
<h2>So Why Filling Your Cup is Important?</h2>
The Ojibwe people, the Aboriginals present in the Great Lakes region of Canada and the US, used the filling your cup method to prevent and heal historical and cultural traumas. Ojibwe people acknowledge the vital roles of spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being in empowering the community and the individual by coming together, consultations, and positive inspirations.
The core benefit of filling your cup is replenishing your emotional, spiritual, and physical energy. Here are some of the positive experiences of filling your cup:
• Feeling connected with your spiritual side: Your spirituality reminds you that you are part of something bigger, reinforcing your connection to the world, universe, and humanity. Therefore, replenishing your spirituality can make you feel inspired to be the best version of yourself.
• Improve family bonds and friendship: The best way to improve your relationship and reduce stress is to spend time with your loved ones. New and expectant mothers, for example, with sufficient social support, have reduced risks of experiencing postpartum depression.
• Self-development and enablement: When you take care of yourself by keeping your cup full, you improve your sharpness and skills because you engage in activities that boost your performance and discard self-limiting attitudes or behaviors. Additionally, most people who practice self-care are always eager to help others.
• Robust health: Filling your cup keeps you focused on a quality lifestyle such as exercising and quality sleep. These activities are vital in reducing the risks of diseases such as diabetes, obesity, heart diseases, and psychological conditions such as anxiety and depression.
There are tools or apps that can help you fill up your cup. These tools are designed to present you with a solution that would at least make you 1% better every day.
<h2>Signs that You Need to Fill Your Cup</h2>
With the modern world programming us to pursue other people’s responsibilities, needs, and demands first, we tend to forget ourselves and neglect our well-being. It is important to note that it is difficult for you to cope if your cup is empty, and it becomes even hard to help others. Here are vital signs that your cup needs a refill:
• Difficult processing and controlling emotions: You find it hard to think and complete tasks that need simple rational decisions, and you snap easily when this happens or when questioned.
• Feeling of detachment or pessimism: You feel like nobody understands or cares about you. When this happens, you tend to isolate yourself, start experiencing negative thoughts and become gloomy.
• Arching muscles or muscle weakness: Muscle soreness and weakness are often side effects of putting too much stress on your body and are a good sign that you need rest to enhance your body recovery.
• Slowed reflexes and responses: You take time to react or respond to something than usual. Your slow reaction time could signify fatigue, and you need a break.
Fatigue, whether physical, mental, or spiritual, is the principal cause of the above-listed signs, and it leaves you feeling drained and exhausted.
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<title>11 Fun Hobbies For Couples That Will Strengthen Your Bond</title>
<link>https://www.editorialdigest.com/hobbies-for-couples/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hobbies-for-couples</link>
<dc:creator><![CDATA[Miller Johnson]]></dc:creator>
<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:34:57 +0000</pubDate>
<category><![CDATA[Relationships]]></category>
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<description><![CDATA[In the early days of your relationship, you probably spent a lot of time together. You might have gone on dates to the movies or coffee shops, binge-watched TV shows together on the couch, or even just chatted for hours about nothing in particular. While all these things are still fun after you’ve been with someone for a while, sometimes getting into a bit of a routine can make it hard to try new things together as a couple. So if you’re looking to spice up your relationship and bring some excitement into your free time as a couple, here ]]></description>
<content:encoded><![CDATA[In the early days of your relationship, you probably spent a lot of time together. You might have gone on dates to the movies or coffee shops, binge-watched TV shows together on the couch, or even just chatted for hours about nothing in particular.
While all these things are still fun after you’ve been with someone for a while, sometimes getting into a bit of a routine can make it hard to try new things together as a couple. So if you’re looking to spice up your relationship and bring some excitement into your free time as a couple, here are some hobbies for couples you might love!
<h2>Why Should You Find Hobbies to Spend Time Together as a Couple?</h2>
The first and most obvious reason is that spending time together as a couple brings intimacy and substance to your relationship. Couples who like to spend their time together will have more fun, feel closer, and ultimately be healthier than those who don’t. If your love life involves little more than sitting around at home watching TV or playing video games all day, it’s easy to get into a rut—and even easier to get bored with each other.
In addition to being good for your relationship in general, hobbies can also help you learn more about each other in ways that aren’t necessarily related to your shared interests.
For example, if you both enjoy cooking but not necessarily each other’s cooking style (e.g., maybe one of you loves experimenting with new recipes while the other prefers tried-and-true classics), then sharing this hobby could lead to some great conversations about what makes food taste good or how much salt should go into a dish before it becomes too salty (or too bland).
<h2>11 Hobbies for Couples to Try Together</h2>
<h3>1. Rock climbing</h3>
<a href="https://www.explore-share.com/blog/what-is-rock-climbing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Rock climbing</a> is a sport that requires teamwork, so it’s perfect for couples. It’s also great exercise and a good way to get in shape. You will often use ropes or harnesses attached to the cliffs as support while you climb. The length and thickness of the rope depend on how high up you’re going and what kind of terrain you’ll encounter along the way.
You should carry specialized equipment like carabiners so that you can safely attach yourselves to anchors along your route. While hiking with your partner is fun, many people find it boring compared to other activities like rock climbing! If you’re looking for something more exciting than just strolling down trails together, then consider taking up this sport together instead!
<h3>2. Playing cards</h3>
Playing cards is a great way to spend time together. You can get into a game with your partner, have friends over for a night of poker, or just play cards by yourself. Playing cards can be played in different locations. You can play at home, outside on the grass in the backyard or at the beach, on vacation in Hawaii—you name it! There are also many different kinds of card games so you’ll never run out of things to do.
<h3>3. Volunteering</h3>
Volunteering is a great way for couples to spend time together, meet new people and learn new skills. For example, if you’re interested in helping out at an animal shelter, it can be very rewarding for both of you. Not only will you both get the satisfaction of helping animals in need but it also gives you the opportunity to teach each other new things (e.g., how to train dogs).
You might even meet some like-minded people who share your love of volunteering as well as make friends with other volunteers at various events or activities organized by your charity organization (e.g., fundraising dinners).
<h3>4. Playing chess</h3>
Chess is a game of strategy and skill, as well as a good way to spend time together with your partner or family. It’s also great for getting to know each other better!
One of the most popular hobbies on the planet, chess is an excellent way to spend quality time with your significant other or friends. Whether you’re just starting out or have been playing for years, there’s always something new to learn about this classic board game.
<h3>5. Baking pastries</h3>
<a href="https://relationships.femalefirst.co.uk/relationships/reasons-couples-should-bake-together-868805.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Baking</a> is a great way for couples to bond and spend quality time together. It’s also a great way to express your creativity, and it’s an activity you can do with children or friends.
If you’re looking for a new hobby that doesn’t require lots of space or money, baking pastries may be a good choice. It can be very satisfying to make something delicious from scratch and share it with others. You don’t need much experience as long as you follow the recipe carefully!
<h3>6. Hitting the gym</h3>
Some couples like to <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/finding-new-home/202111/why-couples-should-work-out-together" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">hit the gym together</a>. This is a great way to get in shape and spend quality time with your partner. Many people find that exercising is an excellent way to relieve stress and build up a sense of self-confidence.
The endorphins released during exercise can also help you feel more relaxed and happy afterward. It’s important to choose a hobby that both of you enjoy, so try different things until you find something that works for both of you!
<h3>7. Redecorating your living space</h3>
Redecorating your living space is a great way to spend time together. It’s also a fun way to spend a weekend and you can do it with or without the kids (if you have one). If you’re going solo, try new textures and tones in your home by using different textiles, wallpapers, and paint colors. You can make it a fun activity by choosing one room at a time (living room, dining room, or bedroom) or redo the whole house!
Whatever you choose—whether it be painting all of your walls white with gold accents or adding pendant lights over the kitchen island—it will be worthwhile because spending time decorating together will strengthen your bond as partners. A few hours spent picking out furniture together is sure to give both of you something constructive on which to focus instead of dwelling on any differences between each other’s styles!
<h3>8. Traveling</h3>
<a href="https://www.thecommonwanderer.com/blog/reasons-to-travel-with-your-partner" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Traveling</a> is a great way to spend time together. It gives you a chance to see the world and learn about your partner’s interests, which can lead to new hobbies for couples that you might not have considered before.
It’s easy to find something you like when traveling with someone else; just make sure that what they like is also enjoyable for you. For example, if your partner loves hiking but hates museums, then maybe museums aren’t going to be your thing either!
<h3>9. Dancing</h3>
Dancing is a fun way to get your heart pumping and sweat out some of the stress that comes with being an adult. But it’s also a great way to express your feelings. Dancing requires you to be vulnerable, and this can be very scary because it puts you at risk of being judged or rejected.
But don’t let fear keep you from expressing yourself through dance!
The best way to tell whether or not your partner will like dancing with you is by asking them—or just trying it out together. Even if they’re not interested in learning how to waltz, salsa or tango together, there are other ways for couples who are new at dancing (or just want some fresh moves) to work off their pent-up energy.
Zumba classes are popular among all ages, line dancing classes are full of friendly people looking for partners, and even ballroom dance studios often offer free trial sessions where couples can learn basic steps before signing up for classes.
<h3>10. Biking</h3>
Biking is a great way to keep active, get some fresh air, and explore your surroundings. You don’t need fancy equipment; all you need is a bike and some energy! Bikes are also fun for couples who like exploring new areas or meeting people along the way.
If you’re not used to riding bikes together yet, start small and work up to longer rides over time. If there are hills nearby, start by just walking up to them until your legs get stronger, and then try riding up to them on your bikes.
<h3>11. Hiking</h3>
<a href="https://www.backpacker.com/skills/how-to-hike-as-a-couple-without-destroying-your-relationship/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hiking</a> is the perfect hobby for couples because it gives you the opportunity to get exercise, explore nature and spend quality time together. You can do it alone or with a partner, but either way, it’s a great way to get out of the house and experience something new. When hiking with your partner, you can have a lot of fun talking about what you see on your hike and sharing stories from your past hikes as well.
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
Let’s get real, who wouldn’t want to spend time with their significant other? Why not make that time as fun and meaningful as possible?
With the world being a completely different place every year, you are lucky to have each other. Sharing hobbies and interests with your partner is one of the most amazing ways to connect and bond. After all, it’s these small gestures in life that bring you closer together romantically.
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