{:en} Breathe… The most basic rhythm of life. A power that flows silently within us at all times, whether we are aware of it or not. However, this natural reflex, when used correctly while doing sports, can take our physical and mental capacity to a completely new level. Breath control not only increases the efficiency of the exercise, but also strengthens the body-mind connection, providing a balanced, safe and conscious workout. Why Breath Control? During sports, muscles need more oxygen. This oxygen requirement provides correct breathing. If breathing is shallow or unconscious, muscles do not receive enough oxygen, performance decreases, heartbeats may become irregular and fatigue is felt more...

{:en} I wanted to start my article with an iconic movie title. Maybe the loving energy of dream couple Javier Bardem and Penelope Cruise will pass on to us too 😊 When I first went to Barcelona in 2000 it was New Year's Eve. The last time I went was in July 2023. Here is our summer in Barcelona… Despite all its gothic structure, Barcelona is an incredibly young city. I don't know whether it is because it is touristy or because it is a student city. Even though the beach during the day, the nightlife that lasts until the morning, and the excessive use of alcohol and drugs...

{:en} If you are looking for unlimited fun and adventure and dream of living on an island, Sentosa Island is the right place for you! I am very lucky because, during my trip to the Far East, I had the chance to visit Sentosa Island, a resort with many different attractions. The best time to visit the island is between October and December, as the weather is mild and beautiful during these months and ideal for sightseeing. Due to its location, Sentosa Island is subject to unexpected rains throughout the year, so it is a good idea to bring an umbrella or raincoat during your visit. Please note. This...

{:en} This year, I went to Costa Rica for the first time, for a month.While my body and mind were still trying to make sense of where they had landed, on that very first evening — while the road was still clinging to us — a waiter leaned in with a smile at a small beachside restaurant and opened the door to the country with a single phrase: “Pura vida.” “If you learn this,” he said, “you’ll have figured out half of Spanish in Costa Rica.” At first, it sounds like a bit of an exaggeration. However, it is not. Because pura vida is not just a phrase. It is...

{:en} As someone who has been living in the brother state Azerbaijan for many years, in this article, I will tell you, our dear readers, about the main delicacies that you should not leave the country without tasting when you come here. Eating; For some people, it may just be considered a duty to end their hunger and fill their stomachs, but for me, it should first be a visual art feast. Then I should eat by tasting each bite's taste, savoring it and enjoying it. It is possible to find both together in Azerbaijani cuisine. Plov (rice) is the first place, which has an important popularity in the...

{:en} Why do we get wrinkles? Like the muscles in our entire body, the striated muscles on our face contract and relaxvoluntarily. In our daily life, we involuntarily use our facial muscles frequently when weunconsciously look at the screen or squint our eyes on a sunny day, and as a result, the wrinkles on our face become evident. Frequent repetition of our mimics with advancing age causes these wrinkles to settle and deepen over time. With the increasing degree of wrinkles, the skin reflects less light, and the face has a more shadowy and tired appearance. How does botulinum toxin work against wrinkles? When does the effect start and...

{:en} “If a girl has red shoes, she needs to live very carefully”From the Tale of the Dancing Shoes / Women Who Run with the Wolves, Clarissa P. EstesToday I will introduce you to a book that is one of my bedside books. Written by Clarissa Pinkola Estes. It has been at the top for nearly 100 years! Women Who Ran with the Wolves is an extraordinary book! You ask why? Here you go:The book examines the existence of women and their place in society by comparing them to wolves. More interestingly, she does this by examining known fairy tales from a philosophical perspective. The book, published...

{:en} Who are the candidates for breast reduction surgery? Anyone who complains about the heaviness and sagginess of her breasts can undergo breast reduction surgery. The common signs of big breasts are neck and back pain, grooves on shoulders caused by bra straps, redness and itching under the breasts, and discomfort during physical activity. What is the ideal age for breast reduction surgery? Once the breast development is complete (usually after the age of 18), the procedure can be performed. What do the scars look like after surgery? The most common pattern is the inverted T scar which begins as a circle around the areola, goes downwards as a vertical line and...