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15 Signs You're Attracting The Wrong Men & How To Break The Cycle
f your relationships always feel like emotional reruns—same plot, different face—you're not alone. Sometimes it's not that you have bad taste, but that your nervous system is wired to crave chaos, inconsistency, or validation from people who can't give it. It's not your fault, but it is your responsibility to break the pattern. These signs go deeper than the usual 'he doesn't text back' red flags. They expose the subtle, psychological cues that reveal you're drawn to emotionally unavailable or mismatched partners—and how to finally change the script. If the butterflies feel more like anxiety, that's not chemistry—it's nervous system dysregulation. When someone is hot and cold, you mistake the adrenaline for desire. But that rollercoaster isn't love—it's a trauma bond. Healthy love often feels calm, even boring at first. Healthy love often feels calm, even boring at first. As confirmed by Dr. Sue Johnson, a leading clinical psychologist and developer of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), attachment theory shows that secure relationships are built on emotional safety and calm connection rather than adrenaline-fueled chaos. Learning to sit with that stillness instead of fleeing it is crucial for lasting bonds. You chase indifferent men, not because they're special, but because they're a challenge. The moment someone is consistent or adores you, you lose interest. That's not pickiness—it's a self-worth issue in disguise. If love has to be earned, it never feels safe. Start noticing who makes you feel calm, not who makes you perform. True connection doesn't require constant proving. You're drawn to emotionally elusive men, thinking they're 'deep' or 'complex.' But often, that mystery is just poor communication and emotional unavailability. Depth reveals itself—it doesn't hide. Research published in the National Institutes of Health's PubMed Central highlights that emotional availability—the ability to share a healthy emotional connection—is a key indicator of intimacy and relationship quality, rather than aloofness or enigma. You fall in love with what could be instead of what is. You're loyal to their future self while ignoring the present damage. That fantasy becomes a trap. If he's not showing up now, promises don't count. You deserve someone who meets you today, not in a hypothetical tomorrow. Love isn't rehab. You shrink to stay likable. You don't speak up when something feels off because you're scared of being 'too much.' But self-abandonment isn't sustainable—it breeds resentment. Suppressing your needs to avoid rocking the boat can lead to frustration and conflict in relationships. According to a study published by the National Institutes of Health, relational need frustration occurs when partners feel controlled, pressured, rejected, or abandoned, and this frustration is closely linked to negative emotional experiences during conflicts. You love the idea of who they might become, not who they are. You convince yourself they just need the right partner to 'bring it out.' But who someone is now matters more than who they might be later. This mindset puts you in fixer mode, not equal partnership. Choose someone whose current actions align with your values. Hope isn't a relationship strategy. You crave the ones who leave you starving for affection, thinking that hunger is love. But deprivation isn't romance—it's neglect repackaged as longing. The more unavailable they are, the more intense your attachment becomes. As noted by PsychAlive, emotional hunger can often be mistaken for love because it involves intense longing and attention, but unlike love, it drains rather than nurtures the person it is directed toward. You overshare early, mistaking emotional dumping for intimacy. It creates a false sense of closeness without real trust or reciprocity. Vulnerability is powerful—but only when it's mutual and paced. Slow it down. Real connection unfolds over time. Emotional safety can't be rushed. You leave dates or calls feeling anxious, second-guessing yourself, or emotionally fried. That's not butterflies—that's your intuition ringing the alarm. Relationships shouldn't feel like recovery. The right person gives you clarity, not confusion. When it's real, you won't feel like you have to emotionally rebound every time you see them. Pay attention to your nervous system—it knows. Your chest tightens, your stomach knots, but you brush it off as excitement. But your body often registers danger long before your brain does. It's not being 'dramatic'—it's being wise. Somatic signals are early warning systems. Start honoring them. If your body is in a stress response, it's not a green light. He might look different on the surface—job, style, background—but the pattern repeats. Emotionally distant, unreliable, hot-cold—sound familiar? That's not bad luck—it's unconscious repetition. You're drawn to the familiar, even if it hurts. Breaking the cycle starts with naming it. Familiar doesn't equal safe. You feel valuable only when you're rescuing someone. You're the emotional crutch, the fixer, the unpaid therapist. But that's not love—it's emotional labor masquerading as worth. You are not a rehab center. Let people be whole before they come to you. You deserve reciprocity, not rescue missions. You celebrate the bare minimum—'He didn't ghost me,' 'He remembered my birthday.' But basic decency shouldn't feel like a grand gesture. If the standards are on the floor, that's not love—it's survival mode. Raise the bar. Kindness isn't random; it's consistent. Don't confuse crumbs with a feast. You think love means sticking it out while they 'work on themselves.' But healing is personal, not something you can do with or for them. You can love someone and still walk away. You're not a detour on someone else's journey. You deserve someone ready now. Stop waiting for someone to become the partner you need. You know what you don't want, but you haven't sat with what you do. Without a clear internal compass, you'll keep defaulting to what's familiar. And that opens the door to repeated pain. Start defining your values, your non-negotiables, your green flags. Make a new love map. When you know what healthy feels like, you stop settling for chaos.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
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This Spanish dining tradition is one of its best-kept secrets
It's easy to spot when lunch has arrived in Spain. Shops, businesses, and schools shut their doors. Crowds begin to gather, spilling onto sidewalks, and packing into bars and restaurants in search of a good meal. While most visitors flock to the nearest plaza patio drawn in by signs for paella and sangria, most locals are settling into their favorite restaurants for one of Spain's most beloved food traditions—menú del día. Menú del día, or menu of the day, is a rotating three-course meal offered at an affordable price and can be found in restaurants all across the country. While some savvy travelers know of this dining secret, it mostly remains a locally loved tradition that visitors overlook. Menú del día was born in the Franco regime. In 1965, General Francisco Franco passed a law requiring all restaurants to offer a fixed-price tourist menu that included three courses and a drink. The goal was to create an affordable lunch option and boost tourism. The program worked. According to a study conducted by PubMed Central, Spain went from having 5.4 million visitors in 1960 to over 20 million by the end of the decade. It remains a tourist-driven incentive; however, over the years, it became a dining staple for locals as well. The fixed menu, which typically costs between 10 and 16 euros depending on where you're dining, includes a starter, main course, and dessert. It also comes with one drink either wine, beer, coffee, a soft drink, or water. Given the low fixed rate, restaurateurs have to get creative. Most build their daily offerings around the cheapest, fresh ingredients they can get from local purveyors. The meals are simple by nature, but they're always filling and satisfying. The menu typically has three to four options for each course: primer plato (starter), segundo plato (main course), and postre (dessert). You make your selection for all three courses upon ordering and specify the drink you want. For the starter, you might find fideuà, a short-cut noodle dish similar to paella; huevos revueltos, scrambled eggs with mushrooms, asparagus or morcilla (blood sausage); or a chilled soup like salmorejo or gazpacho. Main courses tend to be heartier, often centered around meat or seafood. You might see pork loin in a creamy blue cheese sauce, beef cheeks braised in red wine, or a fish fillet finished with a light lemon and garlic sauce. Fresh fruit is the most common dessert in Spain. But occasionally, you'll find options like ice cream, a chocolate or apple tart, rice pudding, or even a wedge of cheese drizzled with honey. Don't be surprised if you receive a whole bottle of wine when two or more people order the menú del día. House wine is often served in an individual porrón, a uniquely shaped glass pitcher traditionally poured straight into your mouth, if you're brave enough to try. That said, the dishes don't always stick to traditional Spanish cuisine. International restaurants serving everything from sushi and ramen to pasta often offer a three-course menú del día built around their usual fare. Virtually every city and province across the country offers menú del día, although it's no longer required by law. The European Directive 2006/123/CE revised tourism laws in the European Union to encourage free-market practices. This eliminated the legal requirement for Spanish restaurants to offer a fixed-price tourist menu, giving regions and individual establishments the freedom to decide whether to continue the tradition. Today, menú del día is becoming less common due to thin profit margins for restaurant owners. Still, many spots, especially in larger cities like Seville, Málaga, Barcelona, and Madrid, continue to serve it. The catch, though, is that it is only available on weekdays from about 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. It's never offered on the weekend. After 4 p.m., most restaurants close to prep for dinner and won't open again until around 8 or 9 p.m. Unfortunately, there's no foolproof way to know if a restaurant offers menú del día without stopping by or calling ahead. Your best bet is to keep an eye out for chalkboards or printed signs advertising a fixed-price lunch as you wander the city. Menú del día shouldn't be a well-kept secret reserved for locals. With so many restaurants offering it and the incredible value it provides for a high-quality, freshly made meal—it's something more travelers should know about and seek out. Liz Brumer-Smith is a Florida-based freelance writer and travel creator behind the channel Eat See TV. In 2017, she and her husband hit the road full-time in their RV with their two cats, exploring North America and documenting their adventures on YouTube and their blog. Today, Liz shares stories of food, culture, and destinations around the globe.
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Business Standard
06-05-2025
- Health
- Business Standard
World Asthma Day 2025: India turns to smart tools to tackle high mortality
World Asthma Day 2025: As India battles rising asthma cases driven by pollution and lifestyle shifts, innovations in diagnosis, inhalers, and digital tools are redefining care Barkha Mathur New Delhi It's World Asthma Day 2025, and while millions across the globe are still learning to live with this chronic lung condition, India is seeing a shift in how asthma is understood and treated. From smart inhalers and digital health tools to better patient education, the country is inching closer to personalised, effective asthma care. But even as metros embrace smart tech and biologics, questions of access, awareness, and affordability still loom large, especially outside urban centres. Why World Asthma Day 2025 matters more than ever World Asthma Day, observed every year on the first Tuesday of May, is an initiative led by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) to raise awareness and improve asthma care around the world. The theme for 2025, 'Make inhaled treatments accessible for all', emphasises the need for universal access to essential asthma medications. India accounts for highest asthma deaths despite lower prevalence According to GINA, asthma is one of the most common chronic non-communicable diseases that affects over 260 million people and is responsible for over 450,000 deaths each year worldwide. In India, the asthma burden is particularly alarming. The country accounts for nearly 13 per cent of the global asthma prevalence and a staggering 46 per cent of global asthma-related deaths, according to the latest Global Burden of Disease 2021 Report. ALSO READ | An April 2024 paper published in the PubMed Central journal at the US National Institutes of Health's National Library of Medicine explains that despite not having the highest number of asthma patients, India's mortality rate is disproportionately high due to underdiagnosis, poor disease control, and limited access to essential medications. A 2024 study noted that India's asthma-related mortality rate is three times higher than the global average, and the country also bears more than double the global burden in terms of disability-adjusted life years (DALYs). These numbers aren't just statistics, they represent millions of people whose daily lives are disrupted due to poor air quality, smoking, misinformation, and limited access to specialised care. 'Asthma is becoming increasingly common in India, especially in the northern parts, due to high pollution levels and rising rates of smoking among adolescents,' says Dr Gyanendra Agrawal, Director of Respiratory & Critical Care Medicine, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Noida. From diagnosis to drugs: India shifts to precision asthma treatment Asthma care in India has seen a major evolution in recent years, with a shift from generic treatments to personalised, technology-driven approaches. 'India has seen a noteworthy shift in asthma care, moving from symptomatic relief to precision-driven management,' says Dr Arjun Khanna, Senior Consultant & Head, Pulmonology Department, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad. 'Advances like FeNO testing (or exhaled nitric oxide test) to determine lung inflammation, impulse oscillometry, high-resolution CT scans and biologics like anti-IgE (antibody that specifically targets immunoglobulin E) and anti-IL5 therapies (such as mepolizumab, benralizumab, and reslizumab, are monoclonal antibodies that target interleukin-5) have transformed how we diagnose and treat asthma.' 'These biologics have significantly helped difficult-to-treat asthma patients. They reduce flare-ups and decrease the need for steroids,' Dr Agrawal explains. Asthma treatment cost in India: Biologics remain unaffordable for many The cost of asthma treatment in India varies widely depending on the severity of the condition and the specific treatment approach. Annual expenses can range from ₹18,737 to ₹1,18,303, influenced by factors such as medication requirements and hospitalisation needs. Asthma treatment costs Treatment Type Estimated cost Notes Standard Inhalers ₹380 – ₹1,100 Preventive inhalers; prices vary by brand and dosage. Smart Inhalers ₹850 – ₹1,050 Advanced inhalers with features like dose counters. Biologic Therapies ₹8,000 – ₹28,000 per dose Used for severe asthma; cost varies by medication type. Doctor Consultation ₹500 – ₹2,000 per visit Fees depend on the healthcare facility and specialist. Nebulizers (Home Use) ₹3,000 – ₹5,000 Devices for administering medication in mist form. Bronchial Thermoplasty Up to ₹10,00,000 Advanced procedure for severe cases; available in select centers. Smart inhalers and mobile apps improve medication adherence Inhalers remain the backbone of asthma treatment, but their design and delivery mechanisms have significantly improved. 'Next-generation inhalers such as Dry Powder Inhalers (DPIs) ensure better drug delivery and patient compliance,' Dr Khanna explains. 'Smart inhalers with Bluetooth connectivity are also helping doctors and patients track usage and effectiveness in real-time.' Dr Gyanendra Agrawal, Director–Respiratory & Critical Care Medicine, Max Hospital, Noida, agrees that modern tools are making asthma management easier and more effective. 'Mobile apps now allow patients to log symptoms, track peak flow rates, and receive reminders for medication,' Dr Agrawal says. 'This improves long-term adherence and allows doctors to adjust treatment based on real-world data.' India's asthma tech advances still slow to reach rural populations Despite these advances, a significant portion of India's population, especially in tier 2 and 3 cities and rural areas, still struggles with access. 'Urban centres have embraced advanced options, but tier 2 and 3 cities are catching up slowly,' Dr Khanna notes. 'Telepulmonology, mobile respiratory clinics, and government drug programs are beginning to bridge the gap.'
Associated Press
17-03-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Lisa Manzo Relaunches The Phoenix Mind to Deliver Emotional Intelligence and Trauma-Informed Coaching
Lisa Manzo, Founder of The Phoenix Mind The Phoenix Mind, founded by Emotional Intelligence expert Lisa Manzo, has relaunched to provide trauma-informed coaching and emotional intelligence training for corporate, healthcare, and educational leaders. With research highlighting emotional intelligence as a critical leadership competency, The Phoenix Mind delivers practical, science-backed training designed to help professionals develop self-awareness, regulate emotional triggers, and foster resilient teams. Las Vegas, NV - March 17th, 2025 - Emotional intelligence (EI) is no longer a soft skill—it's a critical leadership competency driving team performance, organizational health, and employee retention. Recognizing this urgent need, Lisa Manzo, a Licensed Practical Nurse, educator with a Master's Degree in Education, and certified NLP Master Practitioner, has officially relaunched The Phoenix Mind. This specialized coaching and training platform helps leaders, educators, healthcare professionals, and high-performers develop emotional intelligence using a science-backed, trauma-informed approach designed for real-world leadership challenges. Emotional Intelligence: A Critical Leadership Skill Research from Harvard Business School Online confirms that 71% of employers now prioritize emotional intelligence over IQ when evaluating candidates. Leaders who understand their own emotions—and those of their teams—make better decisions, foster healthier cultures, and reduce costly turnover. In healthcare, the impact of EI is even clearer. A systematic review published in PubMed Central found that emotionally intelligent healthcare leaders experience higher job satisfaction, reduced burnout, and improved teamwork—essential in high-pressure medical environments. The link between EI and employee retention also stands out. A study from Initiative One found that employees are 400% less likely to leave jobs when they work under leaders with strong emotional intelligence. When leaders practice self-awareness, regulate emotional triggers, and communicate with empathy, team loyalty and performance improve significantly. Further evidence from PubMed Central confirms that emotionally intelligent leaders consistently outperform peers in both behavior and business outcomes across sectors. And crucially, emotional intelligence isn't innate—it can be developed through proper training. Research published by Frontiers in Public Health shows that targeted EI training programs enhance leadership qualities and stress management skills, particularly in demanding fields like healthcare. The Phoenix Mind: Combining Emotional Intelligence and Trauma-Informed Coaching What makes The Phoenix Mind different is its deep understanding of trauma—how it shapes communication, decision-making, and leadership behaviors. Lisa Manzo's multi-disciplinary background in healthcare, education, and neuroscience-based mindset coaching allows her to address the subconscious patterns and emotional blind spots that most leadership programs overlook. Leaders are often unaware of how unresolved personal experiences and emotional triggers influence their workplace communication and decisions. The Phoenix Mind helps leaders recognize those patterns, regulate their responses, and build healthier, high-performing teams through a combination of emotional intelligence development, practical coaching, and NLP-based mindset work. As Jack Welch, former CEO of General Electric, famously said: 'No doubt emotional intelligence is rarer than book smarts, but my experience says it is actually more important in the making of a leader. You just can't ignore it.' That truth is at the core of Lisa's work at The Phoenix Mind, empowering leaders to master their emotions, foster resilience, and create psychologically safe cultures where innovation, collaboration, and authentic leadership thrive. About Lisa Manzo & The Phoenix Mind Lisa Manzo is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), educator with a Master's Degree in Education, and certified NLP Master Practitioner with decades of experience helping individuals and organizations build emotionally intelligent leadership. Her work spans healthcare, education, corporate training, and personal development, giving her a 360-degree view of the challenges today's professionals face. Through The Phoenix Mind, Lisa partners with corporations, healthcare organizations, and schools to deliver tailored training programs, dynamic keynote speeches, and transformative coaching designed to help leaders and teams overcome emotional roadblocks, communicate effectively, and thrive under pressure. To learn more about The Phoenix Mind or to request media appearances, corporate training, or speaking engagements, visit below. Country: United States
