Friday, May 31, 2024

APOD - The Nebulous Realm of WR 134

Astronomy Picture of the Day

Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

2024 May 31

The Nebulous Realm of WR 134
Image Credit & Copyright: Xin Long

Explanation: Made with narrowband filters, this cosmic snapshot covers a field of view over twice as wide as the full Moon within the boundaries of the constellation Cygnus. It highlights the bright edge of a ring-like nebula traced by the glow of ionized hydrogen and oxygen gas. Embedded in the region's expanse of interstellar clouds, the complex, glowing arcs are sections of shells of material swept up by the wind from Wolf-Rayet star WR 134, brightest star near the center of the frame. Distance estimates put WR 134 about 6,000 light-years away, making the frame over 100 light-years across. Shedding their outer envelopes in powerful stellar winds, massive Wolf-Rayet stars have burned through their nuclear fuel at a prodigious rate and end this final phase of massive star evolution in a spectacular supernova explosion. The stellar winds and final supernova enrich the interstellar material with heavy elements to be incorporated in future generations of stars.

Tomorrow's picture: stereo moon

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Self-care is more than a bubble bath

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Before I started therapy 5 years ago, I felt broken, lost, and confused. I didn't know how to cope with anything and constantly spammed my friends and family with calls for help to calm me down. Needless to say, I definitely needed help, and I'm endlessly grateful that I sought it out.

I still have a long way to go, and I don't think my "healing journey" will ever be over. But with the help of an incredible therapist, years of developing self-awareness, and a growing toolbox of coping skills (some of which I'll share below), I finally feel like I can manage my mental health better than ever before.

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Morgan Mandriota,
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Written by Morgan Mandriota
May 31, 2024 • 4.5 min read

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You, me, and mental health

No one in my family went to therapy —– we just suppressed our feelings until they came out in other ways, like yelling at each other or misusing substances. Until 5 years ago, my version of self-care consisted of drinking with friends until I felt numb, eating a stomach-ache-inducing amount of comfort food, and sleeping in as late as I could. I didn't know the first thing about therapy —– if my insurance plan covered it, how much it could cost out-of-pocket, or what types of options existed. But I knew I was unhappy, unwell, and in need of help.️

After researching and contacting providers for what felt like forever, I finally booked my first session with a therapist in December 2019. I've been in therapy consistently ever since, and I never could've predicted how much I'd benefit from it. ️️

I've learned so much about how my brain works, how to better navigate the world around me, and mental health in general. Perhaps the biggest win of all is that I learned I'm autistic, which gave me a brand new perspective and understanding of my life. Turns out I wasn't broken after all — I was simply undiagnosed for 30 years, trying the best I could with no tools or knowledge that I needed to survive (let alone thrive).️

I've also developed healthier coping skills and self-care strategies that *actually* help me recharge and recover. Nowadays, that list looks like: ️

Here's how to tap into your senses to get the most out of the experience:️

saying "no" to invitations I don't want to accept
setting boundaries with people who drain my energy
continuing therapy on a weekly or biweekly basis
speaking up for myself when I feel wronged or upset
advocating for my needs with friends, family, and at work
continually educating myself about autism and mental health
putting on noise-canceling headphones at home or in public
speaking more gently to and about myself (no more self-deprecating jokes!)
not drinking alcohol, consuming cannabis, or eating foods that make me feel bad

If you're thinking about starting therapy, I highly recommend you look into it. There are plenty of low cost (or free!) services out there. And if you think it's too late, I kindly disagree. It's always a good time to start improving your well-being or working on your goals with professional support.

Just want to learn more about mental health? I've compiled this list of some of my favorite Healthline resources for you to check out below:️

I hope these help. Happy Mental Health Awareness Month, friends. Take the time to do something today that restores your energy and brings a smile to your face. You deserve it.

Over to you: Which self-care strategies help you the most? Share with us at wellnesswire@healthline.com. (Please note that we may feature your name and response in an upcoming newsletter.)

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Thursday, May 30, 2024

APOD - A Lunar Corona over Paris

Astronomy Picture of the Day

Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

2024 May 30

A Lunar Corona over Paris
Image Credit & Copyright: Valter Binotto

Explanation: Why does a cloudy moon sometimes appear colorful? The effect, called a lunar corona, is created by the quantum mechanical diffraction of light around individual, similarly-sized water droplets in an intervening but mostly-transparent cloud. Since light of different colors has different wavelengths, each color diffracts differently. Lunar coronae are one of the few quantum mechanical color effects that can be easily seen with the unaided eye. Solar coronae are also sometimes evident. The featured image was taken last month from Paris, France. The blue beacon emanating from the Eiffel Tower did not affect the colorful lunar corona.

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Tomorrow's picture: nebulous realm

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Dietitians’ least favorite ‘healthy’ foods

Today's Ingredients

You know what I really can't stand? Lettuce in a burrito. It cools the whole thing down and interferes with the cheesy, juicy melding of ingredients. If ordering sans lettuce makes my burrito a little less "healthy," so be it! Fiber was not the reason I stopped for a burrito anyways.

We all have those foods we dislike, despite knowing we should eat them for the health benefits — even registered dietitians, as it turns out. I very much enjoyed hearing these nutrition experts go off about the healthy foods they can't stand. And I think you will too!

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May 30, 2024 • 3 min read

Let's Ask the Dietitian

Q:	What's your least favorite "healthy" food?

"Cauliflower! I don't love the taste. To me it's just kind of boring. And everyone wants to use it a million different ways now to replace starches, which is great, but sometimes I just want some potatoes, rice, or real pizza crust!"
— Jessica Sandoz, MS, RDN, LDN, CDCES

"I enjoy most vegetables, but I despise cucumbers! It makes ordering sushi difficult, but I can't stand the flavor. It reminds me of using cucumber melon-scented lotion as a child!"
— Kirsten Seele, MFN, RD, LD, NBC-HWC, Wellos Coach

"Kale. I can handle it in small amounts if it's mixed in with other things, but I don't like the bitter taste. I'd rather use spinach or mixed greens."
— Annie Hibbs, CPPM, MS, RD, LD

"Mushrooms. I hate the texture and weird bland flavor."
— Lindsay Mahar, MS, RDN, Wellos Coach

"I've tried for years and years to get myself to like cooked fish and just can't. Thankfully, between sushi and fish oil supplements, I'm still able to get in those essential omega-3s."
— Kelli McGrane, MS, RD

"It's not that I don't like them, but the plant-based imitation meat products kinda drive me nuts lol. I think they are fun and add some variety to otherwise bleh meals. But many of the products [are created with so many] random things to make them edible that it really isn't worth the price. And [being plant-based] doesn't make it a 'healthier' choice than a slab of lean protein."
— Mohini Bhakta, MBA, RDN, CDCES

"Olives. I have tried many times; however, I cannot get myself to be fine with the texture."
— Leah Maschino, MBA, RDN

Want to learn more about food, diets, cooking, or some other nutrition subject? Let us know at nutritionedition@healthline.com and we'll look into it for you! (Heads up, we may use your response in an upcoming newsletter.)

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Having taught Hypnosis and Basic NLP to thousands, many of which were certified, my goal is to continue on this path. By leading workshops and seminars I can share this knowledge and information which will lead you to your personal power.

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Friday, May 31, 2024

APOD - The Nebulous Realm of WR 134

Astronomy Picture of the Day

Self-care is more than a bubble bath

Thursday, May 30, 2024

APOD - A Lunar Corona over Paris

Astronomy Picture of the Day

Dietitians’ least favorite ‘healthy’ foods

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