Silouan Green's life took a dramatic turn after a Marine aircraft accident left him with severe injuries and a battle with painkiller addiction. This was his rock bottom. He was young and felt his world had ended. But instead of staying down, he chose to rebuild. His first step was volunteering in prisons, where he saw that even in the toughest situations, people can...
Microsoft has a new AI character named Mico, which looks like a friendly, animated blob. It's designed to chat with you in a voice mode, making it feel more like a real friend. This might remind some people of Clippy, the old Microsoft Office assistant that used to pop up and offer help. Mico can even turn into Clippy as a fun Easter egg. Mico is part of Microsoft's...
Keeping your brain healthy as you get older doesn't have to be complicated. A recent study shows that small, consistent changes can make a big difference. Over two years, more than 2, 000 adults aged 60 to 79 were followed. They were encouraged to move more, stay socially connected, manage their heart health, and follow the MIND diet. This diet focuses on foods like ...
Gossip is not just small talk. It is a powerful tool that helps people stay connected and informed. By sharing stories about others, individuals can learn about their social environment. This knowledge helps them navigate their relationships and understand the dynamics around them. Beyond just sharing information, gossip plays a role in strengthening bonds. When peo...
In today's world, having a close friend and a support system is crucial. It turns out that these connections vary greatly from one country to the next. And from one group of people to another. This is important to know. Why? Because it helps in creating helpful programs that fit different cultures and groups of people. People from 22 different countries wer...
Alcohol, or hydroxyethane, has a unique way of bringing people together. It's a substance that can make us feel more social, boost our mood, and help us relax around others. Some experts even think it might have been used in ancient rituals. But, it's important to remember that too much of it can be harmful. It's been around for thousands of years, maybe even since t...
Ever wondered what people truly miss about face-to-face talks when digital devices take over? It's not just about seeing each other's faces on a screen. During the COVID-19 pandemic, when in-person meets were hard to come by, people had to rely more on texts, calls, and social media to stay connected. But what exactly do we miss about those real-life chats? Researche...
Imagine gathering around a table with friends, sharing stories over glasses filled with ruby red wine. Sounds like a scene from a movie? It's not! Wine has long been known as a social catalyst, and now an international campaign is using this idea to fight loneliness. "Come Over October," led by renowned wine writer Karen MacNeil, aims to combat the growing trend of ...