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Malaika Arora on dealing with noisy internet: ‘Don’t consume everything that’s said about me’ | Interview

Malaika Arora on dealing with noisy internet: ‘Don’t consume everything that’s said about me’ | Interview

Over the course of her career, Malaika Arora has frequently been under the public gaze, often facing trolling and intense scrutiny on social media. However, she has come to realise that while the internet is loud, it is not always wise. She added that she has consciously drawn boundaries, ensuring her personal life remains outside the realm of public debate. Malaika Arora often makes headlines for her personal life. On dealing with noise on the internet In an interview with Hindustan Times, Malaika opens up about how she deals with the loud and often toxic nature of the internet, revealing that she has learned to detach herself from the negativity online. “I protect it (her inner joy) by remembering that the internet is loud, but it is not always wise. There’s a difference. Over the years, I’ve realised that if you keep handing your peace over to public opinion, you’ll never feel settled within yourself,” Malaika tells us. Malaika, who recently launched her lifestyle accessories brand Maejoy, continues, “I’ve learned to create boundaries. I don’t …

‘I’m in menopause, and I have this patch…’: Naomi Watts on the struggles of intimacy during menopause | Feelings News

‘I’m in menopause, and I have this patch…’: Naomi Watts on the struggles of intimacy during menopause | Feelings News

Naomi Watts has been transparent about the struggles women face while going through the transitionary period of menopause later in life. In a recent episode of The Drew Barrymore Show where she was promoting her latest book, Dare I Say It: Everything I Wish I’d Known About Menopause, the Hollywood actor shared her experience of starting a family at 36 and her perimenopausal diagnosis. Recalling her first sexual encounter with partner Billy Crudup, she shared how having her menopausal treatment patch on led to spending a significant amount of time in the bathroom accompanied by itching due to the strong adhesive on it. After a while, Billy had asked if she was okay and not in the mood, to which she had confessed, “No, I just, well, it was look, I’m in menopause and I have treatment, and I have this patch and I’m wearing it and it leaves this…I’m old, should I just leave?” Taking it in stride, Billy had replied, “We’re the same age. We’re the same age. What is this? This is science. …

Like Shalini Passi said, can holding grudges really affect your skin?

Like Shalini Passi said, can holding grudges really affect your skin?

Shalini Passi, since the release of Netflix’s Fabulous Lives Vs Bollywood Wives, has been basking in her new-found fame. With her eclectic fashion choices and love for all things art and high fashion, the socialite has been grabbing eyeballs for her quirky way of living. In one of the episodes of the show, Passi said, “The only reason I don’t hold grudges against people is because it affects my skin.” indianexpress.com spoke to a dermatologist and found out how our emotions impact our skin health. Dr Mikki Singh, founder and medical director of Bodycraft Clinics, Bengaluru and Gurgaon, said that there is a scientifically-backed connection between emotions and skin health. However, she said avoiding disagreements altogether may not be the answer. “Our skin often mirrors our emotional state, and chronic stress or holding onto grudges can indeed contribute to skin issues. Stress elevates cortisol levels, which can trigger or worsen conditions like acne, eczema, psoriasis, and even premature ageing. When we hold onto negative emotions, our body remains in a prolonged state of stress, impacting …