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Should Everyone Learn to Cook?

We all eat so why shouldn’t everyone learn to cook? It’s a basic necessity, yet one that’s deeply intertwined with culture, health, and even our sense of independence. But here’s a question I’ve been pondering lately: Should everyone know how to cook?In a family settingor even in smaller, shared living arrangementsshould the ability to prepare meals be a collective skill, or is it acceptable for the responsibility to fall on a few individuals? These thoughts have been swirling in my mind lately, perhaps sparked by my current lifestyle. I live alone, managing not just the house but also my meals. And this experience has given me a deeper appreciation for the skill of cookingnot just as a means of survival but as a way of caring for myself. Cooking has traditionally been seen as the responsibility of a fewwhether it’s one parent in a family or a designated cook in… Should Everyone Learn to Cook?

Managing stress

In today’s fast-paced world, managing stress has become an ever-present challenge. From the pressures of work and finances to the overwhelming state of the world, the factors contributing to our stress seem to multiply daily. However, over the years, I have developed a few simple techniques that have helped me maintain better control over stress. The first step is to step away from the task or situation causing the stress. If it is a work assignment, for instance, take a short break. Move away from your desk, take a walk, and deliberately avoid thinking about the issue at hand. I have found this to be incredibly helpful, especially for software developers like myself who can get stuck in an endless debugging loop. A brief mental break can often provide the clarity needed to tackle the problem anew. For those moments when stress manifests physically – quickened heartbeat, cold hands –… Managing stress