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Sad situation out here… A truck driver was reportedly found deceased inside his parked semi at a Love’s in Texas after the truck had been sitting for several days. Authorities say the death was ruled a suicide. This is a reminder that trucking can be a lonely road, and a lot of drivers carry battles nobody sees. Check on your people. Mental health in trucking is real. 🙏🏾🚛

Cannabis leaves, often discarded during cultivation, contain a range of bioactive compounds including minor cannabinoids, flavonoids, and terpenes that are being studied for their potential therapeutic properties. While the highest concentrations of cannabinoids like THC and CBD are typically found in the flowers, leaves can still contain measurable amounts of lesser-known compounds such as cannabigerol (CBG) and various antioxidant flavonoids, which may contribute to anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects. Ongoing research is exploring how these secondary compounds may add value in medical and pharmaceutical applications, though their concentrations and clinical relevance vary depending on plant strain and processing methods. #CannabisResearch #MedicinalPlants #Phytochemicals #Cannabinoids #Terpenes #PlantScience #NaturalCompounds #MedicalInnovation #Botany #OnlyFacts Andre, C. M., Hausman, J. F., & Guerriero, G. (2016). Cannabis sativa: The plant of the thousand and one molecules. Frontiers in Plant Science, 7, 19. Russo, E. B. (2011). Taming THC: Potential cannabis synergy and phytocannabinoid-terpenoid entourage effects. British Journal of Pharmacology, 163(7), 1344–1364.

I am grateful for all things, both good and bad, small and great, normal and abnormal, but I'm tired. As an American I do not know where I belong or fit in this society and world. Financially, socially, morally especially as a black woman. Prayers seem far away and become more distant when things become worse and more difficult. Every day we are paying for sins from yesterday today and tomorrow. #2 Corinthians_12_9

Sex Injuries That Landed People in the ER

You will not believe the wild stuff ER docs have seen when sex goes sideways. From 'lost' veggies and vibrators to actual penile fractures (yes, that’s a thing), doctors say the biggest danger isn’t the injury—it’s waiting too long to get help because you’re embarrassed. The takeaway? If something feels off, don’t wait! Docs have seen it all, and there’s zero shame in getting checked out. Bodies are weird, accidents happen—just don’t let pride make it worse! #Health #BodyHealth #SexHealth

I am at a loss, I reallv don't even know where to begin or what to say. We learned why that Evan hasn't been feeling well here lately. My baby has relapsed. The Leukemia is not only in his bone marrow this time but also in his spinal fluid. He is having severe headaches and back pain. He iust doesn't feel well at all. He has a very long road ahead. The treatment this time will be far more intense than the first go around and he will also have to have a bone marrow transplant. No child should have to fight cancer once, let alone having to go through it all over again When I told him that he had cancer again, he just cried. I stood in the shower last night for what seemed like forever, trying to wash off the reality of the day, but it didn't work. And reality has set in hard this morning. Please send good vibes and prayers his way, he will need all that he can get

I'm going in for a colonoscopy in 2 hours, and the nurse from the clinic just called to politely ask me to arrive clean.

You guys will appreciate this awkwardness. I have a colonoscopy coming up and you know that means a full prep day involving a whole lot of time in the bathroom. I was already stressed out about the procedure itself but then I got a call from the clinic nurse. She called just to politely remind me to wipe front to back and to thoroughly clean my butt area before I arrived. I was immediately so embarrassed and asked why on earth she had to call me for that. She said they have had a huge influx of people showing up unclean in the last few months so now they are making phone calls to remind people. I understand why they have to do it but that confirmation that people are seriously showing up unwiped for medical procedures is absolutely horrifying. I am glad I don't have that job. I took two showers just out of pure anxiety and shame after that call. #Hygiene #AwkwardMoments #Healthcare #TMI #Cleanliness #MedicalHorrorStories #Health

Today, I got asked a very good question about longevity. It was simple. What is the best thing that I can do to improve my longevity? At the time, I gave the advice of managing stress and inflammation. Yet, I think I should have said that it is a lifestyle and not just a thing you do. It becomes part of your identity. When something is part of your core identity, it’s who you are and not simply something you do. “I am a healthy person who values along healthy life!” The preceding is a declaration. It’s more empowering and long lasting than telling yourself, “I’m going to use red light therapy today.“ Both of these are good. I want you to think of it more on the macro level. If your identity is attached to good habits and rituals on a daily basis, you do the practices without thinking about it. #longevity #longevitylifestyle #longevitytips #longevitymedicine http://johnspencerellis.com

When the truth hurts

The Art of Coming Home to Yourself: Why Self-Awareness is the Ultimate Self-Care We’ve all been there: scrolling through social media at 11:00 PM, looking at aesthetic photos of bubble baths, expensive matcha lattes, and "5 AM club" routines. We’re told this is self-care. But if you’ve ever felt just as burnt out after a spa day as you did before it, there’s a missing piece to the puzzle. That piece is self-awareness. Without self-awareness, self-care is just a chore on your to-do list. With it, self-care becomes a survival strategy and a path to a better life. 1. Self-Care isn’t "Treat Yourself"—It’s "Check Yourself" The biggest misconception about self-care is that it’s always about indulgence. In reality, the most effective self-care is often the stuff we don't want to do. • Surface-Level Care: Buying a new candle because you’re stressed. • Awareness-Based Care: Noticing that your stress comes from saying "yes" to too many projects, and choosing to set a boundary instead. Self-awareness is the diagnostic tool; self-care is the treatment. You can’t fix a feeling you haven't identified. 2. The "Body Scan" vs. The "Brain Fog" How many times have you reached for a snack or your phone when you were actually just lonely or overwhelmed? Self-awareness helps you bridge the gap between a reaction and a need. Try asking yourself these three questions when you feel "off": 1. Where is the tension? (Is your jaw clenched? Are your shoulders at your ears?) 2. What is the loudest emotion? (Is it anger, or is it actually exhaustion?) 3. What does this moment actually require? (Do I need a nap, a glass of water, or a difficult conversation?) 3. Creating Your "Self-Awareness Menu" Once you start paying attention to your patterns, you can build a self-care routine that actually works. Use this table to see how awareness changes your response: The Bottom Line Self-care isn't about escaping your life; it's about creating a life you don't need to constantly escape from. Latoshia

Love who you are, even if you are ugly!!

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