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February issue

JOY BEAUTY: How to make hair grow longer,faster and thicker… LOVE & SEX: Building intimacy in a relationship… JOY HEALTH: How to slim down and stay healthy… FINE LIVING: The new trend in chocolate/ ENTERTAINMENT: celebrity news and gossip; a look at Justin Bieber

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How Hair Grows Faster – What To Do Next to learning more about how fast your hair grows naturally, the following tips will help your hair grow faster and will also be healthy for your hair.  Healthy eating  A vitamin-rich diet is probably the best way to get a healthy head of hair because it stimulates the speed of hair growth. Fruit, vegetables and ironcontaining foods should be on your shopping list if you want healthy hair.  Brushing the hair  Brushing the hair (before and after washing it) stimulates the blood flow to the

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scalp and distributes the nutrients in the hair more evenly. Don’t brush it when you hair is wet though. Massaging the scalp using a oil  By massaging the scalp using a combination of the right natural oils, plant extracts, vitamins and minerals (found in natural products like Groei360) you can clean out the hair shaft, increase the scalp bloodflow and promote hair growth. The Hair’s Moisture Supply  There are maintenance agents that can be used in the hair to provide moisture. Oils are the best for this.

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stress

“It’s tearing your hair out.” – The rumor that one’s hair falls out from stress is true, so stay casual and cool and try to avoid stress! Supplements  Use hair growth vitamin supplements (Viviscal is one of the best hair supplements available at the moment) when you can’t cover your nutritional needs in your normal diet.. Vitamin A, C, H, and all the B vitamins, as 

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well as copper, zinc, keratin (protein), silica and iron help in the quest for healthy and longer hair. What NOT To Do You now know what promotes hair growth and what keeps the hair healthy and stable. Now we should mention the things which are not healthy for the hair. In addition to a poor diet and a lot of stress, here are some things that should be avoided if you want to grow your “dream hair.”  Shampoos with silicone

This type of shampoos dry out the hair and causes it to break down faster. Blow dryers and flat irons have a similar effect as the silicone shampoos. The hair is almost attacked and becomes unstable when you use these products. UV Light 

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UV rays bleach the hair which is very destructive to the future of your hair and your looks. If you go in the sun extremely often you should protect your hair by wearing a hat, a

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hoodie or a cap sometimes. Salt and chlorine water  The hair is softened and then becomes dry again, which causes a steady change that is bad for the hair, especially when combined with the sun! Hair ties and clips  If these are worn in the same locations on the hair every day, it can cause the hairs to break there! Bleaching, dyeing, hair extensions and perms  A further explanation is unnecessary, as it is well known that all chemicals, used in this realm, attack and cause damage to the hair.

Minimize Stress Have you ever noticed that your hair tends to fall out when you are stressed out? Stress causes a chemical reaction in your body that negatively impacts your health. These changes are reflected in your outward appearance, including your hair.

Do your health and your hair a favor by minimizing stress. If you can’t avoid it all together, look for ways to wind-down at the end of your day. Light exercise, massages and aroma therapy are all great ways to reduce your stress and improve the health of your hair. Of all the ways to grow your hair faster, reducing stress is one that will benefit your entire body. Address Medical Problems If you are eating right and have relatively little stress, but still aren’t getting the hair growth results you would expect, you may want to speak with your doctor. Certain medication sand conditions can cause hair growth to slow or stop. More serious conditions can cause your hair to even fall out. When you talk to your doctor, bring a list of all medications you take, including over the counter ones and any vitamins or minerals. Your doctor will be able to help determine if your hair problems are being caused by something more serious.

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Minimize Damage Once your hair begins to grow you’ll need to minimize damage caused by styling tools and products. This means laying off the curlers, straighteners, colorings and other common hair treatments. Wash your hair, let it air dry and then brush it with a firm, but forgiving hairbrush. Avoid breaking and damaging your hair at all costs. It’s not just chemicals and treatments that can cause hair damage. Wearing your hair in too tight of a ponytail, or styling it in tight braids can also cause hair to become weakened or even broken. Avoid any style that puts too much pressure on any portion of your hair. Miracle cures and dietary supplements for full, long hair There is no “magic bullet” when the question “how to grow hair faster” is asked. As you can see, however, there are many options and ways to promote one’s own hair growth and just as many, or even more situations that should be avoided if you desire to have longer hair.

Websites, distributors and online shops that advertise getting gorgeous long hair in one or two months and offer these expensive products are usually not as honest or serious as they could be and have no real answer to the question “how to grow hair faster.” However, there really are some shampoos and vitamin or mineral supplements (like Viviscal) which stimulate the healthy growth of hair and can safely be used if there is no allergic reaction. Before taking supplements, the family doctor should be

consulted for help and information about which products can help each individual. Influences on the hair: Health problems and inheritance It’s a completely different topic if there is hereditary hair loss or hair loss due to a disease. In such a case it is always advisable to consult a specialist who is advanced in this area to really make sure what is helpful in your situation. Learning how to “grow hair quicker” is usually not at its place here.

Hair Diet No matter the amount of time and cash you spend perfecting your hair with various products, the health of your hair starts from within. Hair is a section of the integument (Latin for coating), this is a body system, equal to the nervous system. The integument contains skin, nails and hair. The 3 body parts are related, only hair is a little different because hair grows from the inside outwards. People use various hair products to achieve the desired effect of having healthy hair.

Unhealthy hair Aside from (obviously) being unhealthy, unhealthy hair often looks ugly. It is dull, dry, has many split ends and it can look very frizzy. Bad nutrition is usually the main cause of unhealthy bad looking hair. Also, healthy hair is easily recognizable because it is usually thick and not dry. Add healthy foods to your diet

Avoid a poor diet, such as eating too much salt, sugar and animal fats that is a bad influence to your hair. That kind of diet will also cause stress to the body. It will have a need for more food. You lose vitamin B if you do not eat the right foods. Vitamin B

has several different functions in the human body. Among other things, they can help to reduce hair loss and strengthen nails. It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t difficult to eat foods that contain vitamin C and B, such as eggs and bread.

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Multivitamin pills Multivitamin pills can be healthy for the hair, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important that we get the proper nutrients and ingredients out of the food we eat. A lot of people take multivitamin tablets without understanding what they actually consume or what they need. Vitamin A should be in the multivitamin product you take because it does wonders for your

skin, and it gives you a healthy scalp. Vitamin A can be found, for instance, in apricots. If you really want to consume all the necessary vitamins and minerals for faster hair growth you should take hair growth supplements like Viviscal or Ana-Growth Biotin & Folic Acid Hair Vitamins. Try

not to eat unhealthy foods or to drink unhealthy beverages that deplete the body of nutrients. Try not to eat chocolate, as it is a delicious, but often unhealthy food. Water and Omega-3 fats

How many glasses of water are essential for healthy hair? To be precise: 8 glasses of water a day minimum would be the perfect amount of water to get healthy looking hair. To clean your bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s system, you drink water. Drink water every day as it is

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easy to do and cheap. Hair consists for 98 percent out of protein. Tresses are dead proteins. Once the hair from the head grows out, it is dead. So realizing this, it’s easy to conclude that protein should be part of your daily diet. A couple of good sources of healthy proteins are seeds, nuts and fish.

Hair Fooding As you could read above on this page, there is a link between your taste buds and the beauty of your hair! Hair fooding is a new way of eating that is elevated to an art of living that combines good health, fun and

flavor. What makes these recipes so healthy? Vitamins!  Vitamin A is responsible for the growth of the hair and gives it shine and flexibility.  Vitamin B2 is beneficial for the overall health of your hair.  Vitamin B5 and B7 help prevent dehydration, reduce hair loss and give body and suppleness to your hair.  Vitamin B6 regulates the production of sebum. JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE

Vitamin C gives your hair energy.  Vitamin E stimulates the circulation of the scalp, which works wonders for hair growth. Some good examples of hair growth recipes you can make: 

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Carrot Soup à l’orange (contains vitamin A and E) Aperitif Glass with avocado, salmon and feta

(includes vitamin A, B6 and B7)  Coupe with avocado and banana (contains vitamin B5 and B7)  Cocktail Jardin fruit (containing vitamins A, B2 and C) If you follow the above guidelines and tips for ways to grow your hair faster, you should be well on your way to having the long, beautiful hair you’ve always wanted. A little bit of effort and a lot of patience are key to growing your hair out.

5 Habits to Help Your Hair Grow More Quickly The hair of an average healthy person will grow about half an inch per month. This means that you can expect about six inches per year if it doesn’t break or slow down due to any of the factors we named above. You can encourage fast hair growth by:

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Handling your hair with care

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Avoiding washing it every day

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Trimming hair regularly

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Massaging the scalp

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Eating healthy

Hair consists of keratin, which is a protein made up of amino acids. In order to grow new hair, your body must produce these amino acids: high-protein diets are therefore great for your hair, so make sure that you are including to your diet ingredients like eggs, meats and even dairy products like yogurt. Besides proteins, it is very important to remember that beauty is a reflection of what you eat, so be sure to stick to an overall healthy diet. Another habit you may want to take up to make your hair grow faster is proper hair care. This

includes minimizing chemical treatments, heat treatments, and even the frequency of washing your hair; doing so daily decreases the natural essential oils that stimulate growth, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommended that you only wash your hair only two to three times a week and only with warm water, since hot water dries out the hair and makes it dry and brittle.

How you handle your hair matters! For example, putting your hair in a bun, tying into a pony tail, or constantly braiding it pulls the hair from the roots. This eventually leads to thinning and breakage. Always tie your hair loosely and wrap it while going to sleep. Massaging the hair is also a great way to accelerate your hairâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growth, because it increases blood circulation and brings forth JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE

essential nutrients to your hair follicles. The fifth point is trimming hair: there has been a lot of discussions on why trimming hair is effective in natural hair growth. It is important to first point out that hair grows from the root; damaged hair recedes and eventually makes its way to your roots, making it difficult for you to grow new hair at a good rate. Trimming damaged hair helps to stimulate faster growth since there is less repair work needed. Remember that unhealthy hair cannot grow. 5 Products That Help Encourage Fast Growth Having discussed habits, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to also point out some hair products that will help protect your hair and encourage growth. These are:

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Deep conditioning treatments

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Heat protectant sprays

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Hair growth supplements

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Natural oils

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Protein treatments

There are different brands of products you can find under these categories, and the reason why they are very important in stimulating growth is because they retain your hair’s moisture and ultimately encourage growth. The above combined are 10 essential tips that will see you develop long, healthy hair.

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HOW TO TAKE A TASTEFUL NUDE SELFIE You've probably taken a naked pic already, but did you love it? Like, really love it? There are ways to make your nudes more Helmut Newton and less back page of the free weekly. Here's how.

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Set the scene. There's nothing funnier than a shot that's dead sexy in the forefront with a big pile of dirty laundry in the background. And you probably don't want your nude to be funny. Visible bathtub is OK; visible toilet is not. Children's toys and diapers bags: no. Glass of wine: sure. Bucket of KFC? Not so much. Unmade bed? Only if it's sexy R&B video unmade and not "I was running late this morningâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;did I leave a wet towel

on my duvet again?" unmade. And for the love of animal rights, no pets in the room for this photo shoot. Seek and find yourself. "Confidence is the most important factor in getting good photographs," says pinup photographer Sophie Spinelle of Shameless in San Francisco and New York. "Before a shoot, I always tell my models to look in the mirror and find things that they admire about their body.

People don't stand naked in front of a mirror focusing on acceptance very often. Doing it is a game changer." While you're in front of the mirror, practice posing to see what your body looks like in different positions. Light it right. As counterintuitive as it seems, you want to take your sexy pics during the day. "Overhead yellow household lights are unflattering," says Spinelle. "Shoot in the room of your home that is most flooded with natural daylight. Also, side light from windows is great at emphasizing cleavage." Find your best angle. It sounds like overkill, but you can buy a tripod for a digital camera or phone for under $15, and you'll be able to shoot your full body from a distance and have more angle options. "A tripod and a remote will allow you to shoot from really highâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;that can be flattering," says Spinelle. "But shooting from the ground can also make a person look much longer and taller. It's the kind of effect that you see in dressingroom mirrors, when you look at

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yourself and you're like, 'My God!'" Highlight your best bits. "The best pose depends on what you want to emphasize," says Spinelle. If you want to show off your bust, you have options: They could peek out of a lacy bra. You could do a straight-on shot of you grasping your boobs with gorgeously manicured nails, like a Marilyn Minter model. "You could be lying down on your belly and prop yourself up on your elbows," says Spinelle. "You can shoot from the front or shoot from the side to show the shape of your breast." For the best butt shot: "It's all about arching the backâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;throwing your shoulders back, and popping out your booty." If you're shy about your tummy but love your curves, maybe try a silhouette from behind. "Or you could shoot high and have your bust line actually cover your belly, use different types of props, or lie on your belly," says Spinelle. Don't be too selfcritical. "Bellies are beautiful," says Spinelle. "Renaissance paintings were all about the belly." Seriously, the softness of

a female body is part of its appeal, and chances are the person you're sending this photo to has seen you naked before and was into it enough to want a nude photo of you, not some airbrushed lingerie model. Consider the Kanye rule. If you're sending these to someone else (and you are, you dirty bird), you may want to make the image a bit harder to trace back to you should the receiver get hacked or prove to be one of those revengeporn jerks. Do as Kanye West wisely rapped in Jamie Foxx's "Digital Girl": "When you take the picture cut off your face/ And cover up the tattoo by the waist." Plausible deniability, friends. Put your fun face forward. "Nudes express something about the subject's sensuality," says Spinelle. "You might want a powerful, sultry expression or something a little bit more cute, depending on your personality." So if you are going to ignore the Kanye rule, basically do the opposite of what those gym people on Instagram do when they take a butt selfie looking stone-face serious like they're about to perform open heart surgery. If you're doing JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE

something ridiculous, you can be playful about it with a sassy smirk, or own that you're trying to look hot and give the viewer a little eyebrow raise. Send and save securely. Don't send nude pics as Twitter DMs or Facebook messages like some clueless junior congressman. It's too hackable, and you're also too likely to accidentally stay logged in on the iPad you left on your parents' couch. Text is better. A private Dropbox is better than that. You and your partner should both be saving these bad boys (or rather, fine ladies) in a passwordprotected app. Private Photo Vault and KeepSafe are popular; there's also KYMS, which has an icon that looks like a calculator so it doesn't scream "Hey, naked me over here!" The app functions as a working calculator until you've entered your numeric password. Phone and computer passwords are key, too, and if you're the type of person who loses your phone every five seconds, consider remote swipe software so you can delete anything that's on MIA tech. And if you're deleting images right after sending, make sure you've

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HOW TO BUILD INTIMACY IN A LOVE RELATIONSHIP

details of some of the difficulties a man who has experienced sexual victimization can face, along with suggestions on how to further develop intimacy in relationships.

I thought I was doing okay. We were talking. She knows I love her, because I tell her. Now she says she wants more intimacy. Intimacy is a sense of closeness or togetherness shared with another person that can take some time and work to establish in a relationship. For men who have experienced child sexual abuse or sexual assault, like many men, becoming comfortable with intimacy can be a challenge. Below is some information about intimacy, JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE

What is intimacy Intimacy is a close personal connection between two people that usually develops over time. Typically, children learn about and develop intimate relationships through interacting with parents and close family members. As we grow older opportunities arise to develop

more intimate relationships outside of the home, getting to know people, establishing commitment and trust, building connections through work, play, sexual contact, parenting, etc. The journey towards creating intimate relationships is therefore potentially never ending and everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience in growing up and learning about intimacy is going to be different: Men, sexual abuse and intimacy Cultural beliefs about men, about what a man should stereotypically do and be, influence how men understand and relate to intimacy. When the traditional manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role of breadwinner, going out to work in order to provide food and shelter, was dominant, there was little expectation that men should learn about or put energy into developing more intimate relationships. Now, however, partners, men and their children are seeking a greater degree of intimacy. What do you know about intimacy? What training did you receive in JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE

intimacy while you were growing up? Are you or your partner seeking to invite intimacy into your lives? A difficulty that men face with regards to developing intimacy in relationships is that there is an expectation that, as men, they should stand on their own two feet and be firmly self-reliant. This expectation can make men reluctant to acknowledge personal struggles or vulnerabilities, yet the disclosure of worries and difficulties can lead to greater intimacy. Further difficulties are created for men by the cultural habit of mixing up sex and intimacy, where intimacy is seen and used in an instrumental way as something you do in order to obtain sex. Although sex is often an important part of a close intimate relationship and can increase feelings of intimacy, sex and intimacy are not one and the same. There can be intimacy without sex and sex without intimacy. For men who have experienced sexual violence, confusion and uncertainty around intimacy is understandable, if you consider

how some people who perpetrate sexual abuse invest considerable time and effort in getting to know a child, to build trust and a sense of intimacy in order to commit sexual abuse. The person committing sexual abuse might even tell themselves that they love a child and that this is a mutual relationship. When sexual abuse involves such a profound betrayal of trust, it is not surprising that closeness in future relationships can evoke discomfort and be difficult to manage. An experience of child sexual abuse can lead to: 

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Reluctance to trust someone or let anyone get close Perceiving any expression of care or attention as a sign of sexual interest or precursor to sexual activity. Wariness about sharing personal information, due to the way it has been manipulated and used in the past Uncomfortableness with gentle touch or touch without prior specific agreement.

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Difficulties with any sexual intimacy, due to the fact it can trigger flashbacks. These difficulties, although not insurmountable, can take some time and patience to sort out. What can make problems related to intimacy extra tricky to work out is that sometimes in order to gain assistance a man might feel pressured to speak about a history of sexual abuse (something he may not have previously told anyone about). 

Becoming clear about and developing intimacy In seeking to develop more intimate caring relationships, it can be useful to explicitly differentiate sexual intimacy from other forms of intimacy. The following list identifies a number of opportunities for enhancing intimacy in relationships: 

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Emotional Intimacy – you are able to share a wide range of both positive and negative feelings without fear of judgement or rejection Physical Intimacy – The delight in being sensual,

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playful, and sensitive in sexual intimacy that is joyful and fulfilling for both partners. Intellectual Intimacy – Sharing ideas or talking about issues or even hotly debating opinions and still respect each other’s beliefs and views Spiritual Intimacy – discussing how spirituality works in our lives, in such a way that we respect each others particular spiritual needs and beliefs Conflict Intimacy – the ability to work through our differences in a fair way, and reach solutions that are broadly and mutually satisfactory, recognizing that perfect solutions are not part of human life. Work Intimacy – You are able to agree on ways to share the common loads of tasks in maintaining your home, incomes, and pursuing other mutually agreed goals. Parenting Intimacy – If you have children, you have developed shared ways of being supportive to each

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other while enabling our children to grow and become separate individuals.  Crisis Intimacy – You are able to stand together in times of crisis, both external and internal to our relationship and offer support and understanding.  Aesthetic Intimacy – Being delighted in beauty, music art, nature and a whole range of aesthetic experiences and each of us is prepared to support the other’s enjoyment of different aesthetic pleasures.  Play Intimacy – Having fun together, through recreation, relaxation or humor. The intention of the above list is to help highlight the multiple possibilities and opportunities for intimacy in relationships. In seeking to make intimacy more a part of your life and relationships, it is important to recognise that intimacy is relational. Intimacy is not something you can do on your own, the degrees of intimacy

possible in a relationship is dependent on there being a shared commitment and interest. Negotiating and building intimacy in relationships is, therefore, reliant on a clear knowledge of your own and a partner’s preferences and a willingness to put time and energy into the relationship. You might consider: What kind of relationship do you want?  What brings you closer to people, what pushes you away?  Are you aware of your friends or partner’s likes or dislikes, what builds connections in your relationship with them?  How close a relationship do you/they want?  What time and energy are you willing to put in to developing intimacy in this relationship?  How might you make them aware of your interest in building greater intimacy on a number of levels? In posing these questions, it is recognized that there is no 

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prescribed right way of ‘being intimate’ in a relationship. No two relationships are alike. Although what has gone before might provide a guide to a man’s preferences or areas he might want to work on, history does not dictate the future. Becoming comfortable with intimacy is not easily worked out on your own. Relationships can provide opportunities for learning, healing and change for both parties. As the below partners of men who have experienced sexual abuse highlight: He's good at being independent and he knows how to take care of himself. Even though he's not that good at intimacy, I am. So having learnt off each other I am more ndependent and he is more intimate. I used to complain saying 'you haven't said you love me in ages,' once I realised that this wasn't getting what I wanted from him, I started telling him that I need to feel loved sometimes and I explained to him what makes me feel loved.

As indicated earlier, building and maintaining intimacy in relationships is likely to be a life long project. It is not something you do just once. Also, it is useful to recognise that what builds intimacy in relationships changes, as people’s preferences and choices change over time. Practical tips for building and maintaining intimacy  Words of Affirmation – Compliments, words of appreciation, positive feedback about specific things your partner has done.  Quality Time – Togetherness – giving undivided attention, more than just physical proximity. Quality conversation – talking about your day, keeping each other up-to-date, expressing your feelings, being available to listen with care.  Receiving Gifts – Putting time and thought into creating/buying gifts. The gift of your ‘self’ – simply being there at crucial times  Acts of Service – Doing practical tasks for your JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE

partner eg. Household chores. Particularly doing these without being asked  Physical Touch – Loving touch crucial to healthy emotional development for babies and children. Affection is also important for adults, in addition to sexual touch Possession of knowledge of your own and your partner's preferred ways of relating is important. Just as important is letting people know and acting on these preferences in ways and at times when it will build intimacy. Intimacy does not happen by magic. It must be built up over time. This takes some people longer than others. Often the harder you work at intimacy, the more valuable and rewarding it is. The following are some steps that may help. 

Be positive about what you have in your relationship and let your partner know what you value about him/her and about the relationship. Put it into words, don't assume they already know. Everybody

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likes to be told that they are appreciated and loved. Create opportunities for intimacy. Make times when you can be alone together in a situation where you can focus on each other and on your relationship. The harder it is to do this because of the children, work or other commitments, the more important it is that you do it! Try to plan a regular evening, day or weekend for the two of you to be alone.

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Practise making "I" statements about how you feel. This avoids putting your partner on the spot, and may help him or her do the same. For example "I feel hurt you didn't ask me before you decided" instead of "Why didn't you ask me first?" After an argument look at the deeper feeling behind the anger, hurt, anxiety, or your sense of being let down. Talk to your partner about these feelings and ask about their feelings.

STAY SLIM AND HEALTHY WITH THESE REMEDIES

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Instead of binge eating until your buttons pop, go slow and only eat until your belly is 80% full. It will help you avoid overeating. Also, your stomach will perform better with more space to produce digestive juices and break down food. Slow, mindful eating will help you sense your level of fullness. It takes about 20 minutes for the brain to register that the stomach is full. Research indicates that eating slowly also enhances satiety. Plus, it allows you to better enjoy the flavor of the food. Along with this, delve deeper into your eating habits to explore some basic diet rules like:

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Eat only when you are hungry— not out of boredom, stress or loneliness. Remember the old saying, “a moment on the lips, forever on the hips!” Do not eat food or drink a beverage on the go, such as drinking your coffee while driving to work. You end up consuming more calories this way. Do not eat late at night. Enjoy your last meal of the day 2 to 3 hours before going to bed. After eating a snack, wait 3 hours before your next meal or snack. Likewise, wait 5 hours after eating a heavy meal. If you skip a meal, load up on fruits and vegetables first so that you do not overeat when you finally sit down to eat. Research shows that after fasting for about

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18 hours, the body craves more fattening foods to load up more calories per volume. If possible, go on a detox diet once a week.

2. Keep an Eye on Portion Sizes

Most people do not realize how portion control can help support weight loss efforts. In a 2004 study involving 329 overweight participants, 38% of them lost 5% of their body weight after practicing portion control for 2 years. The study was conducted by researchers at the Summa Health System in Ohio.

serving spoons. In a 2008 study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, participants were asked to serve ice cream for themselves in 17and 34-inch bowls. Researchers found that people, even nutrition experts, who used larger bowls served themselves 31% more ice cream than those who used smaller bowls. Serve beverages in tall, narrow glasses instead of small and wide ones as they appear to have more liquid, thus making you think that you are drinking more.

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When at a restaurant, request a half order or smaller portion of your chosen entree. 3. Detox Drinks

Start your day by drinking warm water mixed with the juice of 1/2 lemon. It improves digestion, flushes out toxins, balances the pH levels and helps you maintain a healthy weight. Another option is to mix 1 to 2 teaspoons of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar in a tall glass of water and drink it once or twice daily. You can also add raw honey or a natural sweetener like stevia to these drinks. Although lemons and apple cider vinegar are acidic in nature, they

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have an alkalizing effect on the body. However, they may trigger heartburn if you drink them in excess or are prone to acidity. You can also drink delicious detox smoothies to support your body’s natural detoxifying abilities. Plus, it will count toward your servings of fruits and vegetables. Needless to say, kick unhealthy habits like drinking alcoholic beverages and smoking cigarettes. 4. Get off the Couch

Lack of physical activity is the most obvious yet neglected cause of unhealthy weight gain. People fall into the illusion of losing weight and staying slim with different weight loss diets, while disregarding the most basic ruleâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;you must exercise to burn calories. You do not need an intense workout. In fact, you can enjoy a physical activity of your choice like brisk walking, running, jogging, swimming, dancing, aerobics or cycling. Even gardening can be great exercise as it helps you burn more than 300 calories per hour.

Regular, moderate exercise will also improve your mood and reduce stress. Once you figure out the activity of your choice and fit it in your daily routine, you will enjoy your exercise and do it regularly with enthusiasm. Also, try some simple yet effective ways to increase your physical activity, such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator and parking your car a mile or so away from your destination so you can walk that distance. 5. Eat a Healthy Breakfast

Studies have found that those who skip breakfast and eat fewer times a day tend to be heavier than people who have a healthy breakfast and eat 4 or 5 times a day. Scientists also believe that a high-protein breakfast could be the key to slimming as it keeps you feeling full, and thus improves appetite control. Plus, it has been found to reduce evening snacking on high-sugar and highfat foods. Try some protein-rich breakfast recipes, such as:   

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Greek yogurt fortified cereal with milk You can also eat fiber-rich foods like oatmeal and sandwiches on whole-grain bread. Plus, replace your morning cup of coffee with green tea as it contains powerful antioxidants and promotes fat burning. Another very important aspect is to prepare your food at home using organic and whole food ingredients. If you are not used to eating a proper breakfast, it may take you a few days to adjust to this habit. 6. Identify Your Hunger

More often than not, people confuse thirst for hunger and end up eating a snack when the body is actually demanding water. The hypothalamus, the area of the brain that controls hunger and thirst, sends the same signal for both. To determine if you are hungry or thirsty, drink a glass of water

Junk food and sodas are much to blame for the growing obesity

and wait at least 15 minutes. If your desire to eat subsides, then you were probably thirsty, not hungry. Symptoms like headache and fatigue may also signal the need for more water in the body. 7. Steer Clear of Fatty Fast Food

problem. However, by making healthier food choices, you can

significantly cut down fats and calories in your diet. Here are some tips to help you make better food choices:   

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Substitute fries with a fruit, yogurt or salad. Opt for baked or grilled versions of fried foods. Choose plain, air-popped popcorn over high-calorie, oilpopped popcorn. Instead of products made from refined grains, choose products like whole-grain pasta, wholegrain bread, whole-grain cereals and brown rice. Check food

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labels for whole-grain ingredients like whole oats, whole rye, whole wheat, buckwheat, whole-grain barley, millet and quinoa. Avoid high-calorie sauces and mayonnaise by opting for plain sandwiches. Or, you could replace these sauces with salsa, mustard or a low-calorie dressing. Skip the sodas and go for light lemonade, green tea or herbal teas. 8. Stress Less

The release of cortisol during stress increases appetite, causing people to reach for comfort foods. Also, stress makes you crave sugar because sweet and high-fat foods stimulate the

brain to release chemicals that increase pleasure. Instead of fighting stress with emotional eating, try relaxation exercises like deep breathing, yoga and meditation. Include more foods rich in vitamins B and C, magnesium and calcium in your diet. A deficiency of these nutrients can cause an increase in your cortisol levels and food cravings.

A growing body of research suggests that lack of sleep increases the risk of weight gain and obesity. Sleep deprivation slows your metabolism and affects your hormones, thus increasing your hunger and JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE

Omega-3 fatty acids also reduce stress and aggression, increase metabolism and facilitate weight loss. So, eat more oatmeal, almonds, avocados, oranges, berries, whole-grains, spinach, skim milk and yogurt to beat stress in a healthy way. 9. Get Proper Sleep

decreasing your satiety or sense of being full after a meal. Also, you are likely to be tempted to indulge in late-night snacking to make up for the calories that you expend as you burn the midnight oil.

To promote proper sleep, establish a bedtime ritual like taking a warm bath, a few minutes of reading or meditation. Also, turn out the lights, create a relaxing environment, and remove all TVs and computers from your bedroom. It is usually

suggested to stick to a schedule of going to bed and getting up in the morning at the same time every day.

Keep track of your weight and if you experience sudden or unexplained weight gain, consult your doctor to rule out the possibility of an underlying condition like diabetes, hypothyroidism, polycystic ovarian syndrome, menopause, depression and Cushingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s syndrome.

causes weight gain or difficulty losing weight.

Underactive thyroid or hypothyroidism, for example, slows down your metabolism and

Do not stop your medications on your own though as it can have serious consequences. Discuss

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10. Get Regular Medical Check-Ups

Certain medications like antidepressants, antipsychotics, high blood pressure medications, diabetes medications, corticosteroids and oral contraceptives can also lead to weight gain as a side effect.

your problem with your doctor first.

THE LATEST TRENDS YOU WILL NEED TO TRY THIS YEAR.

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Belt Bags Fanny packs just got a chic update. Belt bags are the handsfree way to carry your belongings in 2016.

Sneakers With Everything Pack away your stilettos in 2016. This year, cool girls will wear

sneakers with everything from dresses to skirts.

Off-the-Shoulder Tops The erogenous zone of the moment? Your shoulders and neckline. Put them on full display with the

off-the-shoulder trend.

Lampshading Every celebrity from Kate Moss to Rihanna can't get enough of the lampshading trend. So, what is it exactly? It involves wearing an oversized top

Palm Bracelets This year, our jewelry collections will expand to include palm

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bracelets. Because apparently our palms were feeling underdressed in 2015.

Lingerie Worn as Clothing

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Go straight from the boudoir to brunch in 2016 with lingerie you can wear outside.

Athleisure Fashion is more effortless than ever this year. Take your

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sweatpants for a spin with the athleisure trend, but don't forget your heels.

Nerds are finally in style in 2016. Oversized glasses are the new

accessory du jour.

Plaid

wrap coats this time around.

Plaid isn't exactly new (obvs), but expect feminine silhouettes like skirt s and

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Slip-On Sneakers Laces are so 2015. Prepare to slip on your sneakers and go this year.

THE LATEST RUNWAY FASHION TRENDS 2016

You need to get a hold of some of these looks for 2016. Your are

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bound to appear stylish and smart. These are the latest spring trends for 2016. Try them!

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The 'Chocolatetexturebar' Provides a New Way to Enjoy Chocolate.

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Following the success of its 'chocolatetexture' products last year, 'nendo' has continued its exploration of chocolate with the 'chocolatetexturebar' created for 'by | n.' Unlike any other chocolate bar of its kind, the tasty treat provides a multisensory experience that goes beyond taste. The chocolatetexturebar is decadent sweet that is "based on the theme of chocolates with the same raw materials but with diverse textures, and different tastes created from those distinctive textures." As a result, the chocolate bar features various textures that deliver a different tasting experience from beginning to end. The idea is that the different dimensions will allow the consumer to experience JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE

chocolate in way that goes beyond taste. While the product may seem unusual, the chocolate texture bar demonstrates that brands are beginning to pay attention to the overall experience of eating new foods.

FOOD RECIPES The best pasta recipes ever!

Cajun chicken pasta

Ingredients

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40 m2 servings935 cals        

4 ounces linguine pasta 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning 2 tablespoons butter 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 4 fresh mushrooms, sliced 1 green onion, chopped

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1 cup heavy cream 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Add all ingredients to list

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. 2. Place the chicken and the Cajun seasoning in a plastic bag. Shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the chicken in butter or margarine until almost tender (5 to 7 minutes). 3. Add the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, mushrooms and green

Kenya will host a major global summit on illegal poaching and wildlife trafficking this April that will count Hollywood celebrities,

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onion. Saute and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat. 4. Add the cream, basil, lemon pepper, salt, garlic powder and ground black pepper. Heat through. Add the cooked linguine, toss and heat through. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve.

business leaders, world dignitaries and politicians as attendees, according to local reports.

Additionally, in an effort to boost elephant conservation, Kenya will also use the two-day event to set fire to its massive stockpile of ivory that has an estimated black market price of $270 million. Kenya will destroy as much as 120 tonnes of stockpiled ivory in April. Actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Nicole Kidman, along with David Attenborough, Michael Bloomberg, George Soros, Yao Ming, Elton John, Paul Allen and Howard Buffet, are said to be attending the star-studded event. Photo

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“Kenya plans to use the occasion to torch as many as 120 tonnes of ivory, the largest stockpile of ivory ever destroyed by any country, as proof of our commitment to zero tolerance for poaching and illegal ivory trade,” Presidential Spokesman Manoah Esipisu told reporters. Actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Nicole Kidman, and business tycoons George Soros, Paul Allen, Howard Buffet (son of Warren Buffett) and former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg are expected to attend the Elephant Protection Initiative held April 29 – April 30.

Renowned broadcaster and naturalist David Attenborough, musician Elton John and former NBA player Yao Ming, who has also prominently campaigned against poaching crisis, are also on the guest list. “They will be joined by a host of African gliterrati in a campaign to sustain the fight against poaching and the illegal trade in ivory, for which Kenya is already a recognized leader,” the Environment Cabinet Sec. Judi Wakhungu told The Star. Conservationist Richard Leakey, chairman of the government’s Kenya Wildlife Service, told News.com.au that the average weight of an elephant’s pair of tusks was around 36 kilos (nearly 80 pounds), meaning the stockpile represents the death of around 4,000 animals. According to News.com.au, “Kenya’s stockpile, if illegally sold on the black market at current prices, could be worth some $270 million, but conservationists say sale of ivory only serves to fuel further poaching.” JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE

Kenya’s current elephant population stands at about 45,000 nationwide, according to the Kenya Wildlife Service. The country had a population of roughly 35,000 elephants in 2013. (Let us also note that Kenya’s elephant population was about 167,000 in the 1970s.) Still, the illegal slaughter of elephants and other wildlife remains a rampant problem in Kenya and across the African continent. The latest statistics, according to a report from Daily Nation, show that more than 100,000 elephants have been killed in Africa in the past three years. Kenya lost 96 elephants and 11 rhinos to poachers in 2015, the report said. Kenya’s strict laws against poaching has led to a dramatic decline in elephant and rhino poaching within the country. This past March, Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta set fire to 15 tonnes of elephant ivory tusks during a ceremony at the Nairobi National Park, which was then the largest consignment ever destroyed by Kenya.

Best Dad Ever: Louis Tomlinson carries baby Freddie in his carrier as he and former flame Briana Jungwirth share parenting duties One Direction star Louis Tomlinson proved he is every inch the doting dad as she spent the day with his baby son,

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Freddie once again earlier this week. The 24-year-old looked as proud as punch as he carried his sixday-old in his carrier, while his former flame Briana followed closely behind. Despite no longer being a couple, the pair are clearly keen to remain on amicable terms as they share parental duties over their adorable tot. Scroll down for video

So in love: One Direction star Louis Tomlinson proved he is every inch the doting dad as she spent the day with his baby son, Freddie earlier in the week

Louis, dressed in a striped jumper and his trademark skinny black jeans and Adidas trainers could be seen looking down at

his son lovingly as he carried him out to the car.

Rihanna's album ANTI reaches 1 million free downloads in 14 hours after Jay Z streaming service Tidal 'accidentally' leaks LP

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She decided to give away her album for free after it was leaked by streaming service Tidal. And Rihanna's fans certainly seem to be enjoying the gift. The 27-year-old singer gave away new record ANTI 1 million times in just 14 hours via Samsung and Tidal on Wednesday and Thursday. Fans had the opportunity to receive the album for free after a tweet from the Diamonds hit maker included a promo code. Scroll down for video

Hitting the high notes: Rihanna's new album reached 1 million downloads in 14 hours after giving her new album ANTI away for free via collaboration with Samsung and Tidal on Wednesday Posting a picture of ANTI's now well-known artwork, the singer JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE

announced the move to her fans (the navy), writing: 'A gift to my navy! #ANTI is available right now!!!' The promotion is now over after hitting the mark but ANTI can still be downloaded through the streaming service.

Fans hoping for even more Rihanna will be pleased to know that she officially released the deluxe version of the album on iTunes with three bonus songs

including Goodnight Gotham, Pose and Sex With Me. This comes just after Rihanna's eighth studio album began streaming in full on Jay Z's Tidal, apparently by mistake on Wednesday evening - just hours after the singer had debuted new single, Work.

Justin Beiber won the second Joie Jours awards sponsored by Joy feelings magazine. We chose him as our winner for the best music video of 2016 for his song Sorry. We love him and wish he was in our magazine. We would love to take this opportunity to feature him on our cover and inside this magazine.

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