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Today
International ASMR Day ASMR that tingly, calming sensation from soft sounds like whispering or tapping, has taken over the internet. While millions swear by it for sleep and relaxation, science is still catching up. Today’s the perfect day to give it a try.
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Top Global
Stories
📉 Trump’s tariffs The Trump administration’s tariffs have caused stock markets across the globe to fall
📱 Social sale: TikTok’s sale-or-ban law in the US has been postponed by 75 days.
💷 National Minimum and Living Wages increased in the UK this week, boosting annual incomes for over 3 million people
🧑💼 Japan began its 4-day work week initiative to encourage better work-life balance.
🌎 Rio de Janeiro will host this year’s Earthshot Prize, where “environmental innovation” will be celebrated.
🥩 Lab-grown meat may be legalised in the UK.
🇰🇷 South Korea's highest court unanimously decided to remove impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol from office this week, ending five months of political uncertainty after Yoon's short-lived declaration of martial law in December.
This Weeks Good
News
🖼️ Night at the museum: The National Gallery in London is offering one lucky person the chance to sleep there overnight
🐯 Werribee Open Range Zoo has welcomed the birth of a “small but mighty” lion cub. The cub was born last weekend and is the first time in the Zoo’s 41-year history that a single-cub has been born.
🌊 Japan created a plastic that both dissolves in the ocean within hours and enhances soil health
🇨🇴 Colombia created a first-of-its-kind territory specifically designed to protect a group of Indigenous people living in isolation
❤️ Medical engineers from Northwestern University have developed the world’s smallest pacemaker
🍹Researchers have developed a new stir stick that detects drink spiking in seconds.
🦅 Thanks to AI sound analysis, a rare, endangered bird was located for the first time in 30 years
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🏴 England approved and doubled new funding for 300 school-based childcare projects
👩🦳 Two Florida sisters donate more than 100 custom American Girl dolls to young girls affected by last year's Hurricane Helene.
🎤 A group of 90-year-olds creates a podcast to share stories from a lifetime of experiences.
🔋New Jersey boy starts nonprofit and recycles 625,000 batteries by the age of 15, with hundreds of other youths joining in
🫀Family surprises bride on her wedding day with a guest who received her late brother's heart.
💸 Stranger helps raise more than $300K for an 81-year-old waitress who said she couldn't afford to retire.
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Women
News
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👶 Birthing first: For the first time in the UK, a woman has given birth after a womb transplant.
🥼 Breast cancer mortality “across most age groups” is predicted to decline in Europe through 2025, according to a new study.
🏀 The No. 2 Connecticut Huskies claimed the women's college basketball national title last night, defeating the defending champion No. 1 South Carolina Gamecocks 82-59.
⚽ The UK is set to host the 2035 Women's World Cup for football.
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💭 Todays Journal Prompt: "What values do you consider most important in life (honesty, justice, altruism, loyalty, etc.)? How do your actions align with those values?"
💗 Todays Affirmation: "I’m rising above the thoughts that are trying to make me angry or afraid."
🔥 Practice Gratitude: Cultivate a practice of gratitude by regularly reflecting on things you are thankful for, including the lessons learned from mistakes. Gratitude can shift your perspective and foster a positive mindset.
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Overcoming Embarrassment
Feeling embarrassed is a common experience we all face at some point in our lives. Whether it’s tripping in public, forgetting someone’s name, or saying something awkward in a conversation, embarrassment can shake our confidence and make us feel vulnerable. However, it’s essential to remember that everyone has experienced embarrassing moments, and overcoming these feelings can lead to personal growth. Here are some practical tips to help you tackle embarrassment head-on and regain your confidence!
Acknowledge Your Feelings
The first step in overcoming embarrassment is to acknowledge your feelings without judgment. It’s okay to feel embarrassed; it’s a natural human emotion. Take a moment to breathe and remind yourself that this feeling is temporary and doesn’t define your worth.
Find the Humor
Laughter can be a powerful tool for overcoming embarrassment. Try to find the humor in the situation. Laughing at yourself can help lighten the mood and make the experience less daunting. Sharing your embarrassing moment with friends can also help you see it in a different light and bring a sense of camaraderie.
Reframe the Situation
Instead of focusing on the negative aspects of your embarrassment, try to reframe the situation. Ask yourself what you can learn from it. This shift in perspective can help you see your embarrassment as an opportunity for growth rather than a setback.
Shift Your Focus
Instead of dwelling on your embarrassment, shift your focus to the present moment. Engage in a different activity or conversation that captures your attention. Redirecting your thoughts can help you move past the feeling of embarrassment more quickly.
Overcoming embarrassment is a journey, and with practice, it becomes easier. By acknowledging your feelings, finding humor, and practicing self-compassion, you can boost your confidence and embrace your imperfections. So the next time you feel embarrassed, remember these tips and allow yourself to shine through the awkwardness!
-Sophie Psychologist
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in the
Loop
💒 Hailey Bieber has reportedly suggested marriage counseling for her and Justin Bieber.
📲 Molly Mae soft re-launches Tommy Fury on her Instagram stories.
💚 Jack Black Surprises 'Love on the Spectrum's Tanner: "This Is the Best Day of My Life!"
👰♀️ Glen Powell does a first look with his little sister on her wedding day, which bought them both to tears. "That moment really took me by surprise. ..All of a sudden seeing her in that dress, I think it hit me that I was watching my little sister have this really important moment."
🐣Eminem Is a Grandpa, Daughter Halie Jade Welcomes First Baby With Evan McClintock
🥁Miley's boyfriend Maxx Morando rocks the drums for the singer in her latest video, "End of The World."
🗞️Russell Brand Is Charged With Rape and Sexual Assualt
🐍 Robert Irwin Poses in His Underwear With a Huge Snake and reveals he is single in steamy shoot with People Magazine
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More Loop Gossip
Demi Moore daughter, Rumer, says her and her sisters still take baths together "We all still take baths together, that's just the house that I grew up in"
🗣️Sources tell TMZ that David & Victoria Beckham's sons, Romeo & Brooklyn, are not on speaking terms due to Romeo's new girlfriend
🎶 Kanye West Says Wife Bianca Censori Left Him and Tried to Have Him "Committed' In New Song
🖤Tom Cruise Honors 'Top Gun' Co-Star Val Kilmer With a Moment of Silence at CinemaCon
😔 Justin Bieber is reportedly struggling with sleep, barely eating, and sending frantic texts late at night, according to church insiders.
💸 Ellen Pompeo Says Taylor Swift Gave Her 'the Biggest Check' When They First Met for a Children's Charity. "She knew me all but 20 minutes and that girl wrote me the biggest check without blinking an eye."
🍼 Travis Kelce Meets His Newborn Niece Finley for the First Time during podcast recording. "Hey little muffin.".
🎥 Lauren Graham Admits She Dated Some of Her 'Gilmore Girls' Love Interests In Real Life
💒 Glenn Powell says "Timing is everything in this world, isn't it? i mean, [my sister] and syd are obviously great friends. it was a hell of a wedding... it was just such a fun, rowdy wedding. the powells know how to crank it up."
🎬 Paul Mescal, Barry Keoghan, Harris Dickinson and Joseph Quinn Come Together as Cast of The Beatles in 4-Film Event
🫀Meghan Trainer admits "I'm trying to biohack my body. So, anything that'T! help me age backwards, I'm into it."
❤️ A source shuts down the Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney's rumours “Nothing romantic is going on. They became close filming Anyone But You' and Sydney got close with his family as well."
📣 Macaulay Culkin Says He Has Not Spoken to His Father in 30 Years: "He Deserves It"
👶 Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick's son Reign said in a live "No, he's not. Bro, I swear, Justin Bieber is not my dad... Scotty is my dad."