Author: Dr Alfred’s Life Transformation Centre
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Should You Exercise After a Meal or on an Empty Stomach?
Many people struggle with one simple question before lacing up their shoes — “Should I exercise on an empty stomach or after eating?”The truth is, both approaches work — but the best one depends on your goal, your body, and your routine. Let’s explore both sides through two everyday examples. 🕕 Ravi: The Early Morning…
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The Hidden Wisdom of Delay: How Procrastination Can Work for You
What Is Procrastination? Procrastination is the act of delaying a task, often choosing short-term comfort over long-term gain. It’s that quiet inner voice that says, “I’ll do it later”—even when we know better. Traditionally, procrastination is viewed as laziness, lack of discipline, or poor time management. But psychologists now understand it’s more complex—it’s an emotional…
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When Being Right Hurts the Relationship: A Guide for Couples in Therapy
Purpose of this Article: This guide is designed for couples undergoing therapy who often find themselves arguing to be “right” — even when it damages emotional connection. It helps partners understand the psychology behind this pattern and offers concrete tools to shift from ego-driven to heart-driven communication. Understanding the Problem: Why the Need to Be…
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The Sunshine Vitamin: Why Vitamin D Is Vital for Your Health ☀️
Many people think of vitamins as something you only need in small amounts. But vitamin D is different — it’s a foundation vitamin, essential not only for your bones but for your entire body’s wellbeing. Unfortunately, millions of people, especially in India, are unknowingly deficient in this vital nutrient. 1. What Is Vitamin D? Vitamin…
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Boundaries: The secret ingredient to lasting love
When most people think of a healthy relationship, they picture love, trust, and intimacy. But there’s one ingredient often overlooked: boundaries. Far from being walls that keep people apart, boundaries are bridges that connect two people with respect, clarity, and balance. Without them, love can feel suffocating. With them, love becomes sustainable. 1. Why Boundaries…
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Confidence vs Competence: Why the Loudest Are Often the Least Capable in the workplace
In 1999, psychologists David Dunning and Justin Kruger uncovered a fascinating paradox of human behavior. Their research, now famously known as the Dunning-Kruger Effect, showed that people with lower competence tend to overestimate their abilities, while the truly competent often underestimate themselves. This creates a strange imbalance: those who know the least often appear the…
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How to Study Effortlessly: The Art of Learning Without Struggle
Many people believe studying has to be a fight — long hours, mental exhaustion, and endless cups of coffee. But real learning doesn’t happen when your brain is tense. It happens when your mind is engaged, relaxed, and curious. Here’s how to make studying feel natural and almost effortless. 1. Shift from Force to Flow…
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Magnesium: The Silent Mineral Your Body Can’t Live Without
When we talk about essential nutrients, the spotlight usually falls on protein, calcium, or vitamins. Yet, there’s a quiet hero that often goes unnoticed—magnesium. Despite being the fourth most abundant mineral in the body, nearly 70% of people don’t get enough of it from their diet. This deficiency can quietly affect your energy, mood, heart…
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Dementia: Understanding It and How to Prevent It
Dementia is one of the most feared health conditions as we age. It is not a single disease, but rather a collection of symptoms affecting memory, thinking, and social abilities. The most common form is Alzheimer’s disease, followed by vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and others. While age and genetics are risk factors we cannot…
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Beat the Bloat: Simple, Science-Backed Hacks to Flatten Your Belly Naturally
Abdominal bloating is more than just a cosmetic issue — it can be uncomfortable, frustrating, and even painful. That gassy, full feeling can sneak up after meals, during your period, or seemingly out of nowhere. While occasional bloating is normal, persistent bloating can interfere with daily life and self-confidence. The good news? Most bloating is…
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