Presenting expert-backed tips for your loved ones.
YOUR KIDS
INSTIL HEALTHY BODY IMAGE
The media sends unfiltered, unreliable and unrealistic messages about what is beautiful and desirable. “If the child’s logic and coping skills are well developed, he or she will be secure in their self-esteem. Perhaps they’ll be less susceptible and won’t seek external validation,” says Dr Sameer Malhotra, director, department of mental health and behavioural sciences, Max Hospital, New Delhi.
Explain that there are no set standards for body shape, skin colour and height. Each of us has different features and attributes that make us unique. Show them how software is used to ‘touch-up’ pictures.
Language matters: Are you caught up in the same culture that’s propagating stereotypes and influencing your kids? Seemingly harmless comments (“I’m feeling fat today.”) or comparisons (“This colour will suit your sister’s fair complexion better.”) can affect your kid’s sensibility. “Avoid sarcasm and comparisons, especially with their peers,” advises Malhotra. Bring the focus back on a healthy body and promote healthful habits. “Aerobics, gymnastics, sports are all good for your teens. Just make sure they don’t resort to pills, powders and heavy weights,” says Mumbai-based Reebok master trainer, Vinata Shetty. Help them develop good skin rituals like washing their face at bedtime, drinking enough water, applying sunscreen, oiling their hair regularly and not picking their pimples.
GET THEM MOVING
هذه القصة مأخوذة من طبعة April 2017 من Reader's Digest India.
ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.
بالفعل مشترك ? تسجيل الدخول
هذه القصة مأخوذة من طبعة April 2017 من Reader's Digest India.
ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.
بالفعل مشترك? تسجيل الدخول
READER'S DIGEST-BOOKS
These book summaries highlight Siddharthya Roy's exploration of conflict and violence, Michael Castleman's deep dive into the history of publishing, and Swadesh Deepak's examination of social issues and masculinity through Hindi literature.
Man with printed sarong
A lawyer, pianist, critic, and mentor to artists, Lionel Wendt is best known for his photographs of Sri Lanka, especially those of people indigenous to the island, captured amidst the lush landscape or posing in his studio.
Too Much?
New studies show that even moderate drinking is a health hazard. Here’s a frank look at the toll alcohol takes on the body
ME & MY SHELF
Coimbatore-born Prashanth Srivatsa is a science fiction/fantasy writer whose stories have appeared in magazines such as Asimov’s, Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction and Three-Lobed Burning Eye, among others. Prashanth’s debut fantasy novel, The Spice Gate chronicles the journey of Amir, a young man born with special abilities who unravels the power that keeps the world in balance. magazines such as Asimov's, Magazine of Fantasy Science Fiction and Three-Lobed Burning Eye, among others. Prashanth’s debut fantasy novel, The Spice Gate chronicles the journey of Amir, a young man born with special abilities who unravels the power that keeps the world in balance.
Small Business, Big Heart
Caring for people is part of the deal at family-run shops
Spill the Beans
Everyone has secrets. Here's why you should share yours
It Happens ONLY IN INDIA
Angry lovers are like a box of chocolates, you never know what you are going to get.
FULL STEAM AHEAD!
I GOT THE CHANCE TO DRIVE THE WORLD'S LAST SCHEDULED STEAM TRAIN
Stressed and Worn Down
More and more people are clenching and grinding their teeth. Here's what to do about it
THIS BACON FAKERY MUST STOP
I was recently given bacon-flavoured dental floss for my birthday.