Art installation on mental health awareness in Delhi

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) A public art installation on mental health awareness ''Moving Out to Go Within by nine Ashoka University students, under the guidance of designer Sumant Jayakrishnan will be on display at STIR Gallery here from February 2 to April 15. The installation is being promoted by the India Art Fair.

Ashoka University''s Ashoka Centre for Well-Being (ACWB) in collaboration with Red Balloon''s Young People for Change put together a week-long residential workshop to initiate conversations around mental health among the youth.

This workshop brought together nine young Ashoka students from diverse cultures and backgrounds to mindfully connect and explore the importance of emotional expression and self-awareness, and to build a sense of well-being. The experiential workshop was facilitated by psychotherapist and founding director of ACWB Dr. Arvinder J Singh.

The students'' experience culminated into this interactive public arts installation that shared the participants'' personal expression and messages of awareness on mental health, well-being and self-worth.

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With the start of a new year (and decade), the pressure is on as we sethigh goals for ourselves. I reached out to eleven girlfriends and asked them to reflect on the question, How do you practice self-care?

We all struggle with self-care, and as women, we face a ton of stress from societal pressures and expectations which differ from men. And we often find ourselves restless from spending an overwhelming amount of time and energy taking care of others. Thats why I initiated this collaborationas a gentle reminder for all of us to take better care of ourselves.

Here we share practical self-care tips and our not-so-perfect routines:

Recognize signs of burnout

For me, self-care always starts with recognizing that Im burnt out. As an introvert, the week can sometimes be mentally and emotionally exhausting with a lot of social interaction, so Ill plan ahead and find a day to set aside where I can be on my own to recharge. My me day involves doing exercise to get some much-needed endorphins, a pampering session (getting my nails done, doing a face mask), and being productive by getting some errands done. Ill also usually break up the day by throwing on YouTube or Netflix and doing some painting. By the end of the day, Im usually pretty eager to get going on stuff for next week.

Anita Kumar, Optometrist, Toronto, ON

Write to self-reflect

Writing in my journal is a very big part of my self-care routine. Finding time to have these moments of self-reflection helps me make sense of situations I encounter in my daily life. When Im able to write down all my thoughts, its easier for me to see things more clearly and find solutions to my problems. In addition, having the freedom to express myself in writing allows me to get things off my mind in one of the ways I feel the most comfortable. I would say having this type of self-care is essential to maintaining my mental health.

Karen Pun, Food Safety and Quality Assurance Specialist, Toronto, ON

Schedule inself-care activities

I have an outline of my self-care routine and I like to switch it up to keep it interesting. I block out 3-4 days ahead of each month and make a list of activities Im going to do; going to a dance class or trying a new recipe. The evening before my scheduled self-care day, I allocate a few hours to catch-up and make a list of outstanding family or work responsibilities that I will put to the side to clear my mind. I go to sleep early without an alarm and I make my favourite coffee first thing when I wake up. It isnt perfect but creating and owning this entire process helps me mentally ease into the day and enjoy my self-care activities.

Gloria Tang, Registered Nurse, Toronto, ON

Try new things

I practice self-care by trying new things. It could be as simple as going to a new caf or restaurant with friends and ordering something Ive never tried before. If its my turn to cook dinner at home, then I browse for new recipes I can make with whatever ingredients we have, like the Food Network show, Chopped. If theres an event happening that Im interested in, I try to attend it. Dont be afraid to try something youve never tried before because you never know if youll like it.

Maica Jimenez, Office Administration, Montreal, QC

Take care ofyour body, mind and soul

Self-care is a vital exercise everyone should practice as a part of your daily routine.I practice self-care by taking care of my body, mind, and soul.Body: I practice self-care with my body is by eating healthy, exercising and treating myself to foods that bring me happiness.Mind: I practice self-care with my mind by never taking things to heart and trying to stay within a happy mindset.Reminding myself that life is short and not to hold onto grudges.Soul: I practice self-care with my soul by always thinking positively and throwing good vibes into the universe by forgiving those who have wronged us.

Erim Faroque, Program Officer, Brampton, ON

Say no to commitments

Sometimes self-care comes in the form of bubble baths, face masks, keeping up with my favourite fashion blogs, or reading a good book. Other times it comes in the form of saying no to commitments that will push me past my limits. And on some days, when there just doesnt seem to be enough time for everything, I try to really enjoy things that I do regularly anyway. Whether thats taking a shower, applying skincare, or choosing my outfit for the day, I try to be present in that moment, and be thankful for all the wonderful things in my life.

Zahra Razavi, Pharmacist, Waterloo, ON

Take better care of your skin

There are many types of self-care, but one that Ive been more diligent within the past year is taking better care of my skin. When my skin looks and feels good, I feel good. I exfoliate my skin at least once a week and use a special treatment such as wash off mask, sheet mask, sleep mask or my newest edition the LED therapy mask for a minimum of every two days.Sure, using wash off mask, sheet mask or LED therapy mask requires a dedication of 15 minutes where some may think its a waste of time, but I like to see it as spending some quality me time and to meditate. Taking care of your mind is as important as taking physical care of your body. Love yourself by taking care of both your mind and body.

Donna S, Accountant, Toronto, ON

Exercise regularly

I practice self-care everyday by trying to be more physically active. I exercise at least once a week and try to stand, walk, or take the stairs as much as possible. I also like to let my mind breathe, by entertaining myself with light, positive content (Youtube is great for that). I have a budget for self-care and use it for classes or hobbies of interest. Prayer is another important aspect of self-care, as it helps you release frustrations, reflect and focus on what matters most,as well asprocess lifes ups and downs. Self-care for me is also sharing with others when possible.

Francoise Keddy,Non-for-Profit Program Specialist, Toronto, ON

Practice gratitude

I practice self-care everyday from drinking a substantial amount of water to doing my skincare routine at night. There are many self-care practices,but not all of them are suitable for everyone. The followingare examples ofself-care practices that I do regularly. First, cuddling with my dog orbeing under a warm blanketallows me to calm my mind andlive in the moment. Second, writing down at least 3 things that Im grateful for that happenedeach day helps me practice gratitude and stay grounded. Lastly, singing along to songs that best express my current emotions helps me get in touch with my values and what matters to me most. I could go on with all the self-care practices that have a long-termeffect for my mind and body, butthe trick is to find something that you genuinely enjoythat fits with your lifestyleand values.

Mary Duarte, Library Staff, Mississauga, ON

Manage your energy

Take the time to reflect on how you feel and why you feel a certain way. Be honest with yourself. As someone who constantly wants to maximize my time and accomplish as much as possible, I am sometimes guilty of taking on too much. I am learning that it is equally important to manage your energy as you do with your time. Listen to your mind and body. It is okay to take things slowly. To recalibrate. Sometimes, the key is not to prioritize whats on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities based on what you need and how you feel.

Baris L, Policy Advisor, Toronto, ON

Practice positive self-talk

I practice self-care by making a conscious effort to be positive when I speak about myself to others. When people ask me to reflect upon my accomplishments, I say positive things. Yes, modesty is cool but I never try to bring myself down. Same goes with my failures I try to stay positive and encourage myself. Im a strong believer that our minds register EVERYTHING we say. This is especially true when I talk to myself because even if no one else is around, a very important person is still listening ME! Eventually, positivity has become a part of my everyday speech, mannerisms, and thoughts and has led to my overall happiness. This practice of self-care doesnt just benefit me but also the people around me, because lets face ita positive, happy person is way more fun to be around than a buzzkill.

Anna Koshy, Project Manager, Montreal, QC

I also reflected on my own question and came up with this:

Buildself-awareness

It all starts with the mind. Any time I catch myself overthinking or clouded with distorted thoughts, I do my best toreframe them into positive andactionable ones. Leaning on my support system andpracticing gratitudethrough journalinghelps me put things into perspective.Having a routine and trackingdown my progress also helpsme look at the bigger pictureto see what works for me and what doesnt. This allows me to create better habits and boundaries for my physical, mental, and emotional well-being. I try to focus on quality sleep and regular exercise, so finding accountability partners helpsme stay on track. At the end of the day, I remind myself to take things one day at a time and to honour my growth and progress, rather than seek perfection.

Tina Chow, Content Creator, Toronto, ON

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To the editor:

(re: Anger is just not the way to go, Dec. 19)

Anger is one of the basic human emotions, as elemental as happiness, sadness, anxiety or disgust.

These emotions are tied to basic survival, and were honed over the course of human history. Anger is related to the fight, flight or freeze response of the sympathetic nervous system. It prepares humans to fight. But fighting doesnt necessarily mean throwing punches. It might motivate communities to combat injustice by changing laws or enforcing new behavioral norms.

Of course, anger too easily or frequently mobilized can undermine relationships, and it can be deleterious to bodies in the long term. Prolonged release of the stress hormone that accompanies anger can destroy neurons in areas of the brain associated with judgment and short-term memory, and weaken the immune system.

Everyone knows the feeling. Its that rage that rises when a driver is cut off on the highway, and just wants to floor it and flip the bird. Anger doesnt dissipate just because it is unleashed. In fact, that can reinforce and deepen it.

Like all emotions, anger should be monitored via self-awareness, lest it cause self-harm or erupt into hostile, aggressive or even violent behavior toward others. Support groups for anger management are available in many cities.

In group or individual settings, cognitive restructuring may be helpful as it coaches patients on re-framing unhealthy, inflammatory thoughts.

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West Ham Uniteds Official Charity Partner DT38 Foundation is hosting a star-studded Golf Day in April.

DT38 was set up in by the family of late West Ham and Australia U20 international striker Dylan Tombides, who sadly passed away at the age of 20 in April 2014, three years after initially being diagnosed with testicular cancer.

Since February 2015, DT38 has been focused on tackling the stigma surrounding male health through educational programmes, encouraging boys and men of all ages to be self-aware about their wellbeing.

Those programmes include specially focused information for boys aged 7-10, 11-12 and 13+, all of which use Dylans inspirational story to teach youngsters the importance of leading healthy, active lifestyles, being resilient and, for the oldest age-group, the necessary facts about testicular cancer and other illnesses.

At the heart of their work across the UK, Dylans native Australia and across the world lies the message Delay Is Deadly. Get Educated DIDGE with a focus on ensuring men know how to check regularly for testicular symptoms, and what to do if they find something unusual.

To continue this valuable work, DT38 is raising funds and awareness by holding a charity Golf Day at Langdon Hills Golf Club in Essex on Tuesday 28 April, teeing off at 11am.

There, supporters will have the opportunity to play alongside a host of West Ham heroes from days gone by, including Sir Trevor Brooking, Tony Cottee, Tony Gale, Dean Ashton, Steve Lomas, Mark Ward, Geoff Pike, former Academy Director Tony Carr and many more.

Fourballs, with three supporters playing alongside a Hammers legend, are available for 500, with Fourballs alongside Brooking, Cottee, Gale, Ashton and Lomas to be auctioned off to the highest bidder. Fourballs without a legend are available for 400.

Alongside a round of golf they will never forget, all players will also enjoy coffee and a bacon roll before teeing-off, a two-course meal and an evening event featuring a Q&A session with West Ham greats, a charity raffle and auction.

Sponsorship packages are also available.

Supporters should note that all West Ham legends are subject to availability.

Limited places remain, so to show your support for DT38 and enjoy a memorable day, please email dt38@dt38.co.uk or call Ian Morgan on 07958 472847.

For more information about DT38 Foundation, visit dt38.co.uk now.

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And this wasnt even a story that numbers could tell. At least, not in totality. Because the true essence of the tale was the method that its protagonist employed. From the opening jump, Simmons was on the attack, identifying leverage points in the defense and winning his spot with a predators zeal. With the ball in his hand, he played like some mythical creature, part bull, part cheetah, part shark, but with opposable thumbs and an ability to defy gravitys supposed constraints. Late in the first quarter, he dribbled into the lane, came to a strong jump stop, and attacked the rim despite the presence of two Celtics defenders. His initial shot bounced high off the back of the rim, but Simmons grabbed the ball on its way back down and flushed it through with a two-handed dunk. The next possession, he earned a trip to the line with an aggressive drive and sank both free throws.

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Except for his athletic physique, his probable future in the National Football League and his place on Texas A&Ms career receiving lists, Jhamon Ausbon is just like you.

Ausbon, A&Ms senior-to-be receiver, wants to be financially successful. Hes working toward his college education to attain that success. He's eagerly looking forward to getting his Aggie ring in April.

And, like you, he wants his college football team to win championships. Thats primarily why hes still attending Texas A&M.

Last season, Ausbon caught more passes (66) for more yardage (872) than any A&M receiver. Yet, it was he opting to return for his senior season while Quartney Davis and Kendrick Rogers declared for the NFL draft.

The biggest thing I can do is win. I never want to end on a bad note at anything. So I think (returning was) a no-brainer in that aspect of it.

- A&M senior WR Jhamon Ausbon

A big reason whyAusbon came back to A&M wasto enhance his 2021 draft status. A bigger reason, he said, is to try to win a championship.

The biggest thing I can do is win, Ausbon said in an interview at the Bright Complex earlier this week. I never want to end on a bad note at anything. So I think (returning was) a no-brainer in that aspect of it.

Coming back and having this opportunity for my senior year to finish it out, having a big senior class, we have an advantage in the SEC. I want to take advantage of that and use it well.

You know how you pore over rosters, schedules, recruiting class rankings and NFL draft early-entry lists to project how successful the Aggies could be?

Well, Ausbon admitted he does that, too. Hes very aware A&M returns eight offensive starters, nine defensive starters and faces a less challenging schedule in 2020.

I think we have enough seniors, he said. I came in with all these guys. Weve seen all we can see. This is our last year. The energy in here is a little different. I think people are tired of not getting the job done.

We want to do so much for this university. This opportunity, having this schedule, us being all seniors and have (played together) three years in a row, we have a bigger and better chance of doing it big.

Ausbon has done his part. He wants to do even more. He catches 200 passes from the jugs machine every day. Then, he works with Kellen Mond.

Ausbon is working on routes. Hes working on weights. Hes working on getting quicker. Hes doing all this so he can work over defensive backs.

Last season, Ausbon led A&M with six receptions that covered at least 30 yards. He aims to raise that total by catching more deep passes and/or turning short passes into big gains.

Lia Musgrave, TexAgs

Even before spring practice begins, Ausbon is already working on his craft - preparing for the 2020 season.

I think I can do it, he said. I think its just a matter of getting better at it and practicing at it. I dont want to leave collegeknowing I could have gotten better at something and using that last year to benefit me.

Thats another reason he returned. Ausbon will complete his degree in business next year. Returning for the 2020 season was a business decision.

He has the self-awareness to know hes not the blazing speedster that NFL teams draft in the first round. But he also knows a lot of receivers learn to use intelligence and nuances to have long NFL careers.

Ausbon compares his style of play to Minnesota Vikings receiver Adam Thielen, a two-time Pro Bowl selection who has accumulated more than 4,300 receiving yards and 25 touchdowns in six seasons.

Hes not as big as me, but we play the same, Ausbon said of Thielen. He has consistent, strong hands and knows how to use his body to get open. Hes a very smart player.

Even though hes not the fastest guy in the world, not the strongest or jumps the highest, he gets open, and he makes plays. That shows technique and understanding of the game. Its the epitome of how far technique can take you.

His technique and skills figure to take Ausbon far. But he saw no need to rush the journey. He pointed out that former A&M stars Johnny Manziel, Trayveon Williams and Christian Kirk advised him to stay in school.

Weve had conversations, Ausbon said. All I heard was dont rush the experience. They wish they could have it back.

In truth, he really didnt need the advice. Ausbon said theres one simple reason hes in no rush to leave A&M.

I love it too much, he said.

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For days now, Ive had a song bouncing around in my head.

I blame Joe Scarborough.

Scarborough, the former Republican congressman and current host of MSNBCs Morning Joe, invoked the song in discussing Ken Starrs presentation to the U.S. Senate.

As Judy Collins would sing, Scarborough said, isnt it rich?

He was referring, of course, to the Stephen Sondheim classic Send in the Clowns.

Isnt it rich? the song goes. Are we a pair? Me here at last on the ground, you in mid-air. Where are the clowns?

Moments before, Scarborough had launched into a rant about the man who so ruthlessly pursued one president now defending another.

Where do we begin with Ken Starr? he asked. If irony werent already dead and buried years ago, it was Ken Starr yesterday talking about how abuse of power is not sufficient to impeach a president. He literally dragged the corpse of irony out of the grave. He meticulously tied the corpses neck bone to the back of a tractor, and he ran that tractor throughout the graveyard of stupidity and ran over every headstone before once again kicking dirt on the corpse of irony again!

In his remarks during the trial of President Donald J. Trump, Starr had insisted it was time to bring an end to the age of impeachment.

In this particular juncture in Americas history, the Senate is being called to sit as the high court of impeachment all too frequently, he said. Indeed, we are living in what I think can aptly be described as the age of impeachment. ... How did we get here?

As he referred to the song, Scarborough was talking to Benjamin Wittes, senior fellow in governance studies at the Brookings Institution.

I was sitting with a colleague yesterday watching Ken Starrs presentation, and she turned to me and said, Does Ken Starr know hes Ken Starr? Wittes recalled. I think that kind of, you know, captured the whole thing, that there was so little self-awareness in this sort of pious presentation of the dangers of hyperactive impeachment, and you kind of watched it saying, Do you know who you are in this conversation? Do you know, have any understanding of the role you played?

Starr, after all, was the special counsel who had worked so relentlessly to drive President William Jefferson Clinton from office. It was Starr whose investigation of an Arkansas land deal eventually evolved into an examination of the presidents sexual relationship with a White House intern.

In addressing the Senate this time around, Starr described the impeachment process as a war of words and a war of ideas that divides the country like nothing else.

Those of us who lived through the Clinton impeachment understand that in a deep and personal way, he said.

Watching him speak, you could almost picture Starr breaking into song.

Isnt it rich? hed sing. Isnt it queer? Losing my timing this late in my career. But where are the clowns? There ought to be clowns.

Starr isnt alone. Lots of folks are singing a different tune these days. Take the president himself.

I really think that Ken Starr is a disaster, he said back then in an interview on NBCs Today show.

He called the man now charged with defending him a total wacko who was off his rocker.

This saga is filled with folks who saw things differently all those years back.

Dont you love farce? the song goes. My fault, I fear. I thought that youd want what I want. Sorry, my dear! But where are the clowns? Send in the clowns. Dont bother. Theyre here.

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Stanley Kubrick's 1968 classic, 2001: A Space Odyssey, remains the best and most influential sci-fi movie of all time. Here's why.

Stanley Kubricks2001: A Space Odysseyis still the best and most important science fiction film of all time, and modern-day science fiction movies have yet to top whatthe director's 1968 release was able to do. Of course, there have been intelligent science fiction films released recently, includingEx Machina,Annihilation,Arrival,andBlade Runner 2049, and the genre has been popularized with multi-billion-dollar franchises likeStar WarsandStar Trek;even the MCU can be considered science fiction. But one would have to go all the way back to Fritz LangsMetropolis(1927), which is credited as the first science fiction film ever, to find a movie as daring, ground-breaking, and influential as2001: A Space Odyssey.

Written by Kubrick and famed science fiction author Arthur C. Clarke, 2001: A Space Odysseys main plot begins with the discovery of a monolith on the moon, and upon investigation, a deafening radio signal is released. The story picks up later when Dave Bowman (Keir Dullea) and Frank Poole (Gary Lockwood) are on a deep space mission to Jupiter, later revealed to be a further investigation ofthe monoliths lunar radio signal. The bulk of the films runtime includes Dave and Franks conflict with HAL 9000 (voiced by Douglas Rain), their ships malfunctioning artificial intelligence, which exhibits signs of self-awareness.

Related: Every Stanley Kubrick Movie Ranked, Worst To Best

A masterpiece of the science fiction genre, 2001: A Space Odyssey was groundbreaking in its exploration of complex themes, its prescience, and its visual language. Not only does it still hold up as a cerebral and visually stunning film, but it has since changed the genre, bifurcating science fiction films into two main categories, and even the best of recentyears has not approached what 2001: A Space Odyssey was able to accomplish.

When Kubrick approached Clarke about collaborating on 2001: A Space Odyssey, he said that he wanted to make a film about mans relationship to the universe. Its about as high-minded a concept as one can get, and its demonstrated in two main sections of the film. The prologue depicts what the film calls The Dawn of Man, which dramatizes a tribe of apes interacting with a monolith millions of years before the films main action. The visuals imply that the monolith bestows the apes with human-like intelligence the ability to reason and use tools which leads to humankinds eventual journey to space. Such an elemental question where do we come from? is answered in 2001: A Space Odyssey.

The second deeply philosophical question explored in the film is what makes humans human? Through HAL 9000s self-awareness, the film wonders where the line of personhood is drawn. HAL demonstrates feelings of self-righteousness when his functionality is questioned, personal agency when conspiring against the crew members, and pain and fear when Dave is shutting him down or is that all just part of his programming? The singularity, or artificial intelligences self-awareness, has been a frequent subject of science fiction films, includingEx Machina, AI: Artificial Intelligence, and even The Terminator series, but it was first explored in 2001: A Space Odyssey.

It is impossible to understate how forward-thinking this is. The first rudimentary AI was developed in 1955, so in 1968 the concept of AI was so new and cutting edge. Though films and television had depicted humanoid robots, including theone in Metropolis, consciousness in a disembodied computer was untrod territory in film. And considering that most Americans are walking around with a type of AI in their pockets - though not self-aware, of course - that 2001: A Space Odyssey predicted the ubiquity of artificial intelligence adds to the films prescient brilliance.

2001: A Space Odyssey was also a visually stunning film, easily winning the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects. It captures space realistically with slow, patient movements and the total absence of sound. In the climactic moments of the film, Dave goes through what is probably a wormhole (the film never directly states), which was once again a recent scientific theory, and the kaleidoscopic lights that fill the frame invented the visual language for wormholes that has been repeated in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Contact, and Interstellar, just to name a few.

2001: A Space Odyssey might feel dated now it has a sixties' version of futuristic production design and slowly paced sequences that arent as frenetic as most post-Star Wars space adventures but when it was released, it was truly a never-before-seen event that has influenced much of what came after it.

Related: 2020 Is The Best Year For Sci-Fi Movies In Ages

Since 1968 and 2001: A Space Odysseys release, there has been an explosion of science fiction on film. Broadly speaking, the genre has bifurcated into two general categories: realistic science fiction and fantasy science fiction. One shouldnt assume that there is more prestige in realistic science fiction than in fantasy. After all, at its best, the fantasy science fiction franchise Star Trek, which takes great liberties with the laws of physics, aims for resonant philosophical themes just as high-minded as 2001: A Space Odyssey's, and realistic science fiction like Ad Astra was a slog that failed to connect its ambitious premise with a cohesive plot.

In most cases, realistic science fiction utilizes 2001: A Space Odysseys visual and auditory language: outer space has no sound, and ships move deliberately. Many try to replicate 2001: A Space Odysseys philosophical themes:Ex Machina is about a sentient AI that turns dangerous and manipulative;Contact is about the search for meaning in a vast universe;Arrival takes seriously the interactions between humans and extraterrestrial visitors and plays with the very nature of time, just as the conclusion of 2001: A Space Odyssey does.

But its the subgenre of fantasy science fiction that has seen the largest growth, dominating the film marketplace in some years. The Star Wars franchise, the MCU, and Avatar are each in the top ten box office grossers of the past ten years, and the visual language and plotlines of these films are pastiches of other genres. In many ways, theyre space westerns, just as the original series of Star Trek was first pitched, and the battles between spaceships are airplane dog fights with laser beams instead of ammunition. Deep philosophical themes arent absent from fantasy science fiction: Avatar and Thor: Ragnarok are about the ethics of colonization;Event Horizon is a deeply existential film about humans place in an uncaring universe.

The sum effect of this glut of science fiction is twofold. First, the incredible popularity of fantasy science fiction has educated the masses about theoretical science. Theories in quantum physics like the multiverse and relativity and advancements in technology like artificial intelligence and deep space travel are almost ubiquitous in popular imagination. Second, speculative fiction allows audiences and creators to engage in the kinds of what if scenarios that other forms of drama dont tackle as well. Asking questions about the nature of personhood isnt confined to science fiction, but such questions can be more starkly dramatized when placed in otherworldly settings. As society catapults into a new, technologically dominated age, science fiction exists as both a warning and a goal. Will technology render humanity as helpless as the characters in Wall-E or usher in the utopia of Star Trek?

2001: A Space Odyssey remains the best science fiction film of all time. It is an engrossing, thought-provoking journey with surprises at every turn. Everything from the clever twist of HAL lip-reading Dave and Franks scheme to battle of wits between man and machine to the psychedelic visuals of the wormhole sequence makes watching 2001: A Space Odyssey a hypnotic feast. If it were released today, it would still attract a discerning audience.

But in the context of 1968, its truly extraordinary. Its difficult to name a recent film that has dramatized the effects of a technology only conceived of within the last two decades. Science fiction has always looked to breakthroughs in science for fodder for drama, but most recent films have been playing with questions debated in scientific communities during the early 20th century like AI and quantum relativity subjects that 2001: A Space Odyssey explored over fifty years ago.

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2001: A Space Odyssey managed to be both cutting-edgeand iconic, a trend-setter and timeless. With its profound philosophical reach, its stunning visuals, and its prescience, Stanley Kubricks revolutionary science fiction opus not only inspired the crop of science fiction movies that followed it, 2001: A Space Odyssey remains the genres best.

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Jim is a Weekend Editor at Screen Rant, the film critic for WEHT/WTVW, and co-host of two podcasts on YouTube, Jim and Garret at the Movies and Deadly Analysis, which focuses on philosophy and horror films. He was educated at Miami (OH) University and Virginia Tech where he earned a Masters degree in English, and he has worked as an actor, writer, cook, accountant, paramedic, and English instructor. His tweet reviews can be found at jthunter13.

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Readers are invited to follow one womans journey of self-discovery in Confessions of a Professional Overthinker (published by Balboa Press AU).

After developing a bout of anxiety and depression post the birth of her only child, Kristy Riggall an ex-nurse and behavioral science student decided to go on a search-and-destroy mission to overcome and heal what was internally ailing her. As she delved into her subconscious, she realized the answer laid in the scripts she had downloaded in childhood. Creating havoc in her adult life. By sharing this personal journey of understanding her chronic overthinking addiction, she hopes to assist others who are going through the same challenge.

One of the harmful facet of the mind is overthinking a symptom that Riggall believes causes disconnection and a battle between the subconscious and conscious minds. Often creating a cognitive dissonance. In Confessions of a Professional Overthinker, the author explains the source of overthinking and why people do it. Here, she sheds light on the root of anxiety and depression and encourages readers to isolate and consciously download the source of the internal stories through self-awareness.

Your subconscious mind is built in early childhood, the author explains. Events and situations leave marks or scars, leading to anxiety, depression and incessant mind chatter in adulthood. Overthinking is a source of control. Control leads to anxiety, perfectionism and fear of the future. She believes if you are willing to change the way you think and download new internal stories, your life could become amazing and everything you ever dreamed of.

Confessions of a Professional Overthinker shares simple, active steps on how to find peace and self-acceptance. It will assist readers in learning the art of balance, surrender, compassion and self-love. To get a copy, visit https://www.balboapress.com/en-au/bookstore/bookdetails/771717-confessions-of-a-professional-overthinker.

Confessions of a Professional Overthinker By Kristy Riggall Softcover | 6 x 9in | 180 pages | ISBN 9781504320313 E-Book | 180 pages | ISBN 9781504320320 Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the Author Kristy Riggall is a former nurse and a final year commerce and behavioral sciences student at a university. Her work as a nurse spawned her desire to learn more about the human mind and body connection and to further learn about the reasons why people make the decisions they do and why.

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By Puja Gupta

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANSlife): What defines a brilliant child? Is it academic scores or inherited family traits? Surely, test scores can't be the only way to determine a childs ability. At one point in time, IQ was viewed as the primary determinant of growth and while it remains an important aspect of a childs development, parents today are increasingly realizing that teaching kids ways to manage their emotions and social behaviour is equally important in ensuring a childs overall well-being.

Young children are exposed to and struggle with many emotionally turbulent stimuli both inside and outside their homes; right from packed academic and extra-curricular schedules to class bullies. Yet, burdened by expectations, a child is expected to react to these stimuli within the boundaries of socially acceptable behaviour.

Kids get scolded by parents, teachers and relatives for throwing tantrums and being difficult, not realizing that these are often innocent acts which don't require judgements but a considerate, sustained intervention by caregivers to boost kids' Emotional Intelligence(EQ), helping them deal with their daily lives in a more healthy way, underlines Simon Jacob, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Toiing.

The good news is that this is very doable through coaching and even a fraction of the effort we put into developing academic excellence in children can help them grow into well-rounded individuals with a healthy attitude towards life, Jacob says.

Here are some tips shared by Jacob to nurture and develop EI (Emotional Intelligence) or EQ (Emotional Quotient) in kids:

Help them identify emotions:

No one notices and understands kids' unexpressed emotions and unstated needs better than parents. The way your child understands and manages their emotions can determine their outlook and personality. So your role here lies in helping them identify various emotions and navigate this complex world by having conversations around healthy ways to react to different situations. Let them comprehend and react to different feelings running in ways that suit their personality and help them find the best way to channelize & express their emotions.

Two-way communication:

Kids learn faster and develop holistically in an open, connected and trusted environment. They are able to identify, understand and exhibit their feelings freely. A two-way conversation opens doors to a healthier parent-child relationship, where the parents inspires confidence in their children. Parents need to talk to them with an open mind, and let them have a share of voice along with helping them distinguish between right and wrong.

Power of Play:

Play is incredibly important and allows kids to use their creativity while developing their imagination, dexterity and emotional skills. Role play, storytelling, collaborative games and simple DIY activities such as labelling emotions can inculcate resilience, team spirit, improved communication skills and compassion for others.

Motivate and engage:

As a parent, it is important that we acknowledge our child's feelings and perspectives. This allows a child to express their feelings without the fear of judgement or admonishment, which in turn helps them familiarise themselves with different kinds of emotions. Encouraging them through active listening and by engaging with them actively in conversations around their behaviour can really help them increase their self-awareness and over a period of time, children learn to introspect and arrive at thought out decisions independently.

Emotionally intelligent kids are known to foster more meaningful relationships, have better mental health and are more likely to succeed as adults. It is about time we started treating emotional intelligence as a mainstream skill.

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