If you are in need of Christmas gifts, great stocking stuffers, a secret Santa gift, or white elephant gifts, this gift guide is perfect for the person on a budget. The best gifts to gift someone for a white elephant party are gag gifts, funny gifts, and practical gifts. Some funny, unique gifts under $10 that would be fun to give or receive at a white elephant party, whether in person or over zoom, are toilet lamps, a cute elephant jewelry catch tray, reusable eco-friendly wine bottle straws, and more....

It is unknown which specific Hartford, Connecticut school was affected, but School Superintendent Dr. Leslie Torres-Rodriguez explained the situation and the actions taken by the schools in a letter sent to parents. The nurse allegedly sent comments that were “totally inconsistent with what [the school officials] stand for.” Through a personal social media account, the nurse sent harmful messages that included the health information of students from the school....

The 39-year-old’s ex-husband, James Wayne, filed court documents in Los Angeles County Superior Court on October 26 in order to gain full custody of their son, Bond. In the court documents, James Wayne shared heartbreaking screenshots of messages sent to Heidi Planck’s phone. Heidi Planck’s son begged her to come home over text. According to the multiple texts sent by Bond, it’s clear to see that his father’s right about his current mental state as a result of Planck’s disappearance....

Depression or major depressive disorder is a serious mental health illness that affects the way a person thinks, feels and acts. In a nutshell, it is a mood disorder that brings a persistent feeling of sadness, loss of interest, and other severe symptoms. According to statistics from the World Health Organization, around 3.8% of the entire world population is affected by depression, which translates to approximately 280 million people of all ages....

Horses were not always used as someone’s pet or farm animal. In ancient times, horses roamed free and wild. Now, man has domesticated and used horses for practical purposes. Horses are thought of as riding animals or used in service, gaming, outside work, and pleasure riding. With these changes came a certain level of tameness. However, a horse’s desire is to roam and be free of constraint. Horse symbolism centers around this contradiction — they are tame but still wild....

All things are defined by that which defines them, and while this may sound obtuse, the truth is, we cannot know a thing unless it is described by its opposite. We cannot know the day without knowing the night. It is the night that makes day what it is. And in the same way, the phases of the Moon are defined by the changing transits, and on May 30, 2022, we have a very influential lunation: The New Moon....

Actually, she wasn’t only my girlfriend. She also was — and still remains — my husband’s girlfriend as well. I love both of the people in this situation and I knew that ending or changing things with one of the partners in our “poly triad” was going to hurt the other as well. So with twice as much love involved, I’d spent over a year telling myself that I needed to try twice as hard to make it work for all of us....

The pair were replaced on this morning’s broadcast with ABC reporters Stephanie Ramos and Gio Benitez, who said on-air that Robach and Holmes “have the day off.” The decision reportedly came without warning from ABC executive Kim Godwin following an internal editorial meeting this morning. Robach and Holmes are said to have not had prior warning of the change. Sources at ABC have said Robach and Holmes will be off the show “indefinitely....

When everything was exciting and intense and passionate. When you didn’t necessarily think about healthy relationship expectations because everything just felt… right. Perhaps, you had sex every day. Felt completely consumed by each other. Maybe even missed the other person when they went to the bathroom. Your feelings during this honeymoon phase were big and expansive and, perhaps, overwhelming — feelings which you kind of want to return to. There’s nothing wrong in wanting it to be this way....

But if you’ve recently fought with your partner, it’s important to put any defensive feelings aside if you want to sincerely apologize to your boyfriend or girlfriend. RELATED: The Right Way To Effectively Apologize To Someone, Says Study “After a fight, it is important to take a step back and allow yourself some time to reflect on what happened. Ask yourself, other than the fact that you ended up fighting, what exactly are you sorry for?...

Changing finances makes it hard to pay your bills every month. You wonder how the conflict in the world will affect the bigger picture. You feel the growing divisions in your country, often dividing along political lines — you feel little hope for the world. Thankfully, you can begin your healing through the Enneagram. You don’t have to stay stuck in hopelessness and despair. You don’t have to pretend everything is good in the world....

Using the concept of attachment theory, we can identify our own attachment styles and develop healthier, sustainable adult relationships. One big warning sign for potential unhealthy relationships is an anxious attachment style. The good news? You can fix an anxious attachment style and build healthy, secure relationships. What are the signs of an anxious attachment style? Attachment theory was developed by John Bowlby, a psychoanalyst and psychiatrist who studied the impact of parental and caregiver behavior on children....

Before I stepped into “Snake Charming” class on my trip to Hedonism II — the clothing optional, adults-only resort in Negril, Jamaica — I thought there was no way I was going to learn anything new. At the risk of sounding cocky, my boyfriend says my handjob skills are quite epic, so I was pretty sure I already knew how to give the best hand jobs ever. But, we were at Hedo to try new things, like going nude 24/7, having sex on the beach, and taking the week-long courses in tantric sex and massage techniques for couples....

By exploring each other’s needs through the selfless act of massage, you can learn how to make each other melt, physically and emotionally. “Massage is about giving and receiving,” explained Dr. Deborah Musso, formerly director and founder of Manhattan wellness center Sea Change New York. “With massage, you gain a whole new understanding of how to create intimacy: Set a sacred space, let go of tension, and go from a state of defense to a place that’s safe....

Maybe your partner isn’t a triathlete or great at sharing his feelings, but it’s okay because the 80 percent you do get is really good. The other part of the equation says it’s the endless search for that missing 20 percent you’d hoped for in your mate that leads many people to cheat. RELATED: 5 Hacks For Using The ‘80/20 Rule’ To Bring Happiness, Health, And Love Into Your Life Why do people feel like the 80 percent isn’t enough for them?...

In school, I was a social disaster beyond disasters. Nobody ever invited me to a party. I craved attention and sought it out in awful ways. My lack of social and communication skills, and my anger at people, made people avoid me. When I realized nobody liked me, I just began to bully and troll people, just to get a reaction. I was not only lonely; I was alone, and it killed me inside....

There are several ways in which one shows and appreciates love. They are called the 5 love languages. Love languages are how we communicate love to one another on a deeper level of understanding. However, your love language may actually come with a toxic trait. According to TikTok, every love language contains a toxic trait within it. This makes perfect sense, according to dating coach and TikToker Liv Talley, who says, “Your love languages are actually your internal system telling you what you’re not giving to yourself....

This article was originally published at Psychology Today. Reprinted with permission from the author. Where does this type of avoidant behavior come from? Usually, it is grounded in a deep fear of trusting another person. You feel that your partner is never going to understand you anyway and that they wouldn’t love you if only they knew who you truly are. RELATED: This Is Why Breakups Hurt More If You Have An Anxious Attachment Style And What To Do About It People with an avoidant attachment style do not erase boundaries or change their values or beliefs for the sake of others....

But it’s not always an ideal situation to visit the doctor’s office, especially when healthcare isn’t quite affordable for everyone. That’s why it’s so important to give yourself health checks and self-exams at home so you don’t neglect your body’s needs. Being aware of your body’s regularities will help you catch any changes that might indicate health issues. Because getting to know your body is key to taking care of yourself....

Does it throw you off to see the planning of a memorial service compared to the planning of a wedding? That will be the case for many. Traditionally, funeral homes present death as something to be mourned somberly; in a pastel-wallpapered room; using hushed tones. But many people wish to find out how to plan a personalized and unique memorial service for someone they loved (or even themselves!). Opportunities for personalization are fairly limited, yet this doesn’t have to be the case....