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Krissy Howard is a freelance writer who works to create engaging and informative research-based content for various online media outlets, as well as original humor for The Hard Times and Reductress.
Research-Based Content
We all get hit with digestive discomforts from time to time. To find some natural relief, look to the centuries-old practice of yoga to help stretch those belly muscles and kick-start the digestive system. Check out these 10 yoga poses to ease belly bloat.
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Family, friends, festive gatherings: For some people, these parts of the holidays can sound like an awesome way to say bye to the current year and ring in the new one. But for anyone with anxiety, the holiday season can make for potentially stressful situations.
American writer Ambrose Bierce once said "the most affectionate creature in the world is a wet dog." For photographer Sophie Gamand, that statement struck a chord. "I found that quote and reflected on it," says Gamand. It eventually served as her anchor to one of her most celebrated works, a series of portraits capturing dogs at bath time.
A recent CBS Pittsburgh report informs pet owners that, like certain foods, specific allergens in the air can induce symptoms and an allergic response in their four-legged friends.
We all deserve a break from our daily work/life routine from time to time, but for those with acne-prone skin, our skin rarely allows us to take a day off. That's why it's so important to have a plan of action for maintaining good skin health, especially if you have upcoming holiday travel plans.
Copywriting
Whether you're sharing limited space in a community garden or you're just looking for a convenient way to control the plants in your own backyard, a platform garden bed is a great option for anyone looking to simplify their gardening time.
There's no question that clothing and accessories retailer Zara is a force to be reckoned with. What started as a single store in Spain has since grown to become a name known around the globe, and is now the main brand of Inditex, the largest apparel retailer in the world.
If you have oily or combination skin, chances are a mud mask has made its way into your skincare routine. Known for being an excellent choice for anyone looking to treat acne-prone complexions without the use of harsh chemicals, mud masks also provide an important exfoliating property which plays an essential part in maintaining healthy, happy skin no matter what your skin type or concern.
We have all felt that nervous flutter in our belly from time to time, usually just before an important meeting, or even upon sending a simple text to a new crush. We call this sensation "butterflies," but what is the science behind that fluttery feeling? Butterflies or Fight-or-Flight?
The start of a new school year can feel like a clean slate for a lot of people. New teachers, new friends and new opportunities all present themselves without fail, but for some who are self-conscious about their acne, back to school season can be a stressful and triggering time.
Original Humor
GAINESVILLE, Fla. - Authorities at the Myers & Briggs Foundation added the NYHC category to their list of possible personality types earlier this week, organization officials confirmed. The decision to add the new type to the classification list, which is based on specific personality traits proposed by the founder of analytical psychology, Carl Jung, was finalized after much consideration.
Meet Jenny Carr, the adorable 25-year-old Libra who was raised by Capricorns - and now thinks she is one! Carr's incredible story begins with self-proclaimed "total softie" and Capricorn, Kathleen Davis, who spotted the young Air sign alone at a bar.
Determined guy and amateur investigator Brian March spent nearly 25 minutes studying a biracial woman's face like one of those Magic Eye posters from the '90s - before revealing that he can "kind of, almost see it, now that you mention it."
In order to get ready for the annual Christmas morning gift-unwrapping, 43-year-old father of two Will Conklin has been practicing holding a sweater against his torso while smiling. "I have to get this just right," said Conklin, adjusting his facial expression and the angle of his grip.
In an effort to celebrate her and all that she does for one Pflugerville, Texas family, local mom Sherry Minter was gifted with an offering of thanks and appreciation: the second-least expensive necklace an area Kohl's department store had to offer.