{:en} Modern life is loud. Notifications, deadlines, emotional expectations, changing environmentsand the constant pressure to perform make everyday living feel chaotic. That is where routinesbecome essential. Psychologically, they are one of the most powerful and healing tools wehave. Routines give the mind something it desperately needs but rarely receives:predictability. The brain is designed to conserve energy. Every time you repeat a habit likebrushing your teeth at the same time, opening the blinds every morning or taking a short walkafter lunch, the mind can relax. It doesn’t need to make a decision or evaluate options. Thisreduction of micro-decisions lowers stress levels, increases mental clarity and stabilizesemotional balance. In...

{:en} “There is no such thing as losing hope and drifting in the dark. Remember, living under the same sky is a resistance.” —Nazim Hikmet What we call life is actually a resistance armor that we put on every morning. One day, a word, a painting, a moment reminds us of this truth like a slap. Taner Ceylan’s work “Boxer” is exactly such a reminder. A face covered in blood… but still standing. Just like the artist’s own life, just like our lives. Taner Ceylan tanerceylan.com Resignation, 2016, Oil on canvas, 200x140cm https://www.dropbox.com/t/SovqNlhD3n2SHyxe Taner Ceylan is one of the most valuable living Turkish painters. He is one of the most striking representatives of the hyperrealism...

{:en} How many times a day are we on autopilot?Do we ask, “Why did I open this app?” as we reach for our phone?Or do we remember to ask, “Do I really need it?” when shopping? Living consciously requires staying alert not only in physical choices but also in emotional, mental, and spiritual planes. Who do we spend our time with? What do we spend our money on? Where do we channel our energy? Each of these is a choice, and we make most of them unconsciously. Then we find ourselves tired, scattered, and not knowing why we feel this way. We ignore the signals our body gives...

{:en} 1 tablespoon (approximately 10 ml) of natural oil is kept in the mouth for 5-15 minutes to ensure that it contacts all oral tissues; Oil is applied to the tooth surfaces with the tongue. This application should be done in the morning when you are hungry. If you want to apply twice daily, it should be applied in the evening before bed. The thin, milky-colored liquid formed after gargling should not be swallowed; this liquid contains millions of bacteria and their toxins. It should be spat on a piece of paper and thrown away.  Afterward, the mouth should be rinsed and the teeth should be brushed. The...

{:en} JANUARY 2026, WEEK 1 ASTROLOGY FORECAST Welcome to the first astrology forecast of January 2026. Are we ready for the new yearand new beginnings? If so, let’s get started…The first week of 2026 highlights new beginnings and inner awareness. With the Moonmoving into Aries, it’s an ideal time to take bold steps and start new projects with energy.However, Pluto in retrograde reminds us to review past situations and proceed cautiously incertain matters.Aries & Rising Aries:You start the week with strong motivation. You may receive support for new ideas andprojects. Be mindful to plan carefully rather than acting impulsively.Taurus & Rising Taurus:Financial matters and material planning are highlighted....

{:en} We are starting the week with Sun Aquarius - Jupiter Aries sextile aspect. Those with planets at 19, 20, and 21 degrees in their birth charts will be most affected by this aspect (especially in Aries and Aquarius). This aspect can bring optimism, abundance, and an increase in opportunity potential. It is a very supportive aspect of jobs that require creativity. Jupiter's influence enhances the Sun's energy, encouraging a broader perspective and a desire to explore new possibilities. This aspect is often associated with good luck, bringing favorable conditions and opportunities to have a positive outlook on life in general. It encourages a sense of generosity...

{:en} We will start the week with Mercury moving forward. As of this week, we will be in times where communication will flow like water. There will be a Sun-Neptune opposition on September 19, 2023. This angle brings a dreamer approach to events. It causes events such as deception, fraud, and water accidents. It is useful to be careful in these matters. There will be a Sun-Pluto triangle on September 21, 2023. With this angle, our self-confidence may skyrocket. That's why we need to be careful in matters where we are not sure of ourselves, overconfidence can cause harm. It is possible to emerge victorious from any...

{:en} Istiklal Street is the pupil of Istanbul with its cosmopolitan structure and the heart of Beyoglu.When you immerse yourself in the flow of the street, from its mysterious alleys to its freshlybrewed tea, from book benches to the smell of fresh pastries, from theater stages to movietheaters, from schools to places of worship, from street musicians to cafes that offer livemusic, the street is a place of people who sail to work, day, joy, hope… The moment you caress the head of the yellow tabby waiting for its sustenance on this street that contains a thousand and one colors; your eye catches the posters of Atlas...