The unstable weather conditions during cold and windy winter days make us increasingly crave the warmth and coziness of our personal space. Who does not desire to return to a warm house after a long day at work? For sure, when we talk about warmth, we do not imply spending our wages on heating costs. […]
The Nativity Fast is one of the four Canonical Fasting Seasons in the Church year. This is a joyous fast in anticipation of the Nativity of Christ. During this period, the traditional fasting discipline (no meat or derivatives such as eggs and dairy) is observed, while on certain days, dispensation is given for wine, oil […]
Adolescence is a quite difficult and demanding period in a child’s life, that usually unbalances the relationships between the family members. It is no coincidence that teenage years are often described as reluctant, rebellious and confrontational. As teenagers gradually grow up, they consequently cease to be the children they once were in the past few […]
Many people tend to store and accumulate a great deal of stuff that they do not use, because they think it might come in handy in the future. Others find it difficult to part with useless and unnecessary items due to their sentimental value. If your home is accumulated with tiny or old decorations, if […]
A new season often marks new beginnings for many people. If you must deal with changing schools this year -whether it involves transitioning from elementary to high school or moving to a different area or choosing another school-, then it is likely that your children may not welcome this outcome. Changing schools can be a […]
Normally, the human body consists of about 60% water, which is distributed in all tissues and makes up a large part of the blood and organs. However, it is possible that the amount of water in the body -or fluids in general- increases above normal levels, leading to the so-called water retention, which is usually […]
Undoubtedly, sweating is a natural function of the human body. Sweat – which is initially odorless, consists of 99% water and 1% salts, and is excreted through the secretory sweat glands – has the main role of maintaining a constant body temperature, while participating in both the elimination of metabolic waste and the maintenance of […]
For many people, spring is the most beautiful season of the year; flowers are blooming, releasing their wonderful aromas, plant life is growing and humans become more happy, extrοverted and lively. However, the arrival of spring is not such a convenient period for everyone since many people suffer from spring allergies.
There is no doubt that fruits and vegetables are beneficial for the human body and overall health, as they contain significant amounts of antioxidants, vitamins, water, minerals and trace elements. Fortunately, we live in a country with considerable abundance and variety, providing us with plenty of nutritious options. Since spring has officially made its appearance, […]
Employment isn’t just a way of making money. It’s also a significant part of man’s social identity as well as a field of expressing one’s creativity, qualities or talents. The term “burnout” is used to signify a state of emotional and physical exhaustion related to work. It’s rather a modern phenomenon, observed mainly in western […]