Letting dishes pile up could be a sign of something deeper, according to psychology

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The state of our home often reflects our inner world, including our thoughts and emotions. This is especially true about our kitchen.

Have you ever felt stressed by the piles of dirty dishes in the sink but you still avoided cleaning them for some reason? If the answer is yes, it may not be related to laziness, but to something deeper, psychologists suggest.

In fact, letting dishes pile up can be a sign of an emotional overload.

Letting dishes pile up could be a sign of something deeper.
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Stress and Exhaustion

When you are mentally drained, even the small tasks like doing the dishes can be overwhelming, so avoiding doing them is your brain’s way of protecting you from additional stress. Leaving the chores for later helps refill your energy and heal emotionally.

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Procrastination

Delaying or putting off tasks until the last minute is not just a management issue. According to researchers, “it’s a failure in self-regulation that leads us to act irrationally.” Although we are aware putting things off can lead to negative consequences, we still do it, and psychology suggests it’s a result of fear, perfectionism, and emotional resistance.

We often ignore doing the dishes because we see it as something that can wait for later, which leads to piling up not only dishes but also stress.

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Signs of Emotional Struggles

When we struggle emotionally, it often reflects in the way we manage, or fail to manage, our living space, and leaving the dirty dishes is just one sign of messed up emotions.

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Prioritizing Mental Rest

Sometimes, leaving the dishes sit in the sink while we do other things, usually those that make us happy, is a sign of self-awareness. It means we prioritize our mental health over a spotless living space, and that’s perfectly fine.

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Lack of Routine

With some people, letting dishes pile up is just a sign of lack of a cleaning routine. The truth is that without daily routines, our house can turn into a complete mess in a matter of days.

Understanding the cause of this behavior and finding a way to address it can enhance our surroundings and emotional health.

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The first part of your body you wash in the shower says a lot about your personality

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When it comes to showering, everyone has their own routine. Some start with the face, others with their arms or legs. The truth is we all start somewhere, and according to experts, the first part of your body you wash when in the shower may reveal a lot about your personality.

Face

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If your face is the first thing you wash when getting into the shower, it means you are focused on your image and status and give importance to first impressions, failing to give people a second chance to change your opinion about them.

Sometimes people see you as selfish and self-absorbed, but in fact, you care what other think of you and how they see you.

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You are open-minded, always ready for a pursuit of knowledge, and a great listener. However, you sometimes see yourself as superior to others because you are well aware of the qualities you possess.

Hair

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If your hair is the first thing you wash when taking a bath, you are likely an artistic soul. Although you are a dreamer, you are also practical and realistic. You are dedicated and love spending your time around creative people and intellectuals.

Shoulders

You are a competitive person who would go to great lengths to achieve what you put your mind to. You don’t want to be told “no” and you’d work hard for your dreams and goals.

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You are realistic and down-to-earth. Most times, you prioritize your career over your relationships which sometimes affect your connection with those around you. At the same time, you are someone people can rely on.

Private Area

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People who tend to wash their private area first are believed to be shy and quiet. Also, you have a close-knit group of friends and value quality over quantity.

Chest

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Washing your chest first speaks of people who are confident in themselves and comfortable in their body. Others are sometimes jealous of your level of self-esteem and admire you.

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In his final moments, Pope Francis shared a heartfelt gesture with a nurse

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Pope Francis left this world on Easter Monday, April 21, leaving the world mourning the loss for the Christian leader who changed the church and showed enormous humility and compassion.

From the moment he was elected a pope in 2013, he chose simplicity and focused on the needy and the poor, asking for peace and reconciliation.

Pope Francis made his final public appearance on Easter Sunday, when he greeted crowds at the Easter Sunday Service and gave his ‘Urbi et Orbi’ benediction from a balcony overlooking the Piazza.

He addressed the crowds with the words, “Dear brothers and sisters, Happy Easter! Blessed be the almighty father and son and holy spirit. I ask the master of ceremonies to read the message.”

His address continued: “And with firm hope in eternal life, I wish to set out my final wishes solely regarding the place of my burial. Throughout my life, and during my ministry as a priest and bishop, I have always entrusted myself to the Mother of Our Lord, the Blessed Virgin Mary.

“For this reason, I ask that my mortal remains rest – awaiting the day of the Resurrection – in the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major.”

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Following his passing, Vatican News shared Pope Francis’ last words he told to the nurse who cared for him during his illness.

“Thank you for bringing me back to the Square,” he told him, expressing his gratitude.

Massimiliano Strappetti was appointed the pope’s personal healthcare assistant in 2022. According to the pope himself, he once saved his life when he suggested colon surgery.

“Mr. Strappetti stayed by the Pope’s side during all 38 days of his hospitalization at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, and keeping watch round-the-clock during his recovery at the Casa Santa Marta,” Vatican News reported.

Following his passing, Vatican News shared Pope Francis' last words he told to the nurse who cared for him during his illness.
VATICAN CITY, VATICAN – APRIL 13: Pope Francis, accompanied by his personal nurse Massimiliano Strappetti, greets the faithful at the end of the Palm Sunday Mass celebrated by Cardinal Leonardo Sandri (not seen) in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, on April 13, 2025. (Photo by Riccardo De Luca/Anadolu via Getty Images)

Months before his passing, Pope Francis suffered health issues and was admitted to the hospital in February where he stayed for 38 days, the longest hospital stay during his papacy.

Vatican reported that on Easter Monday, Pope Francis, who suffered from pneumonia, suffered a cerebral stroke that led to a coma and, shortly after, heart failure.

Pope Francis’ funeral, which he himself wished to be modest, mirrored his simple life. His casket was made of simple wood lined with zinc, as he wished.

He also asked that no inscriptions on the tomb mention his role as Pope.

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Everything we know after boat crashes into ferry carrying up to 50 passengers leaving at least one dead

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Boat crashes into the Clearwater Ferry in Clearwater, Florida, leaving one person dead and at least twelve injured.

According to the Clearwater Police Department, all of the people injured were on the ferry that was carrying 45 passengers, including two crew members. The collision happened at the end of the 17-day Sugar Sand Festival, held on Clearwater beach.

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Two of the injured people who were in a serious condition after the boat crashes the ferry were airlifted to hospital, the City of Clearwater said on X.

“Along with @clearwaterfire, we’re working a boat crash off the Memorial Causeway bridge that has resulted in multiple injuries,” the Clearwater Police Department said in a statement shared on social media.

“It’s been declared a mass casualty incident by the fire department due to the number of injuries. All local hospitals have been notified. Multiple trauma alerts have been called with helicopters transporting two of the more seriously injured. Drivers should avoid Memorial Causeway.”

Boat crashes into the Clearwater Ferry in Clearwater, Florida, leaving one person dead and at least twelve injured.
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Four people were transferred to Morton Plant Hospital, while two female patients were transported to Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital in St. Petersburg. Another patient was taken to St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa.

Rob Shaw, information officer with the City of Clearwater told ABC Action News, “We believe the boat responsible for hitting the ferry left the scene immediately and we believe our law enforcement partners are at another location with that boat right now, but we are still asking anybody who has information anyone that witnessed anything anyone that may have any video to contact us.”

Boat crashes into the Clearwater Ferry in Clearwater, Florida, leaving one person dead and at least twelve injured.
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However, it was later reported by the City of Clearwater that “The boat that fled the scene has been identified by another law enforcement agency.

“The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will be taking the lead on the crash investigation.”

Videos shared on the social media showed first responders arriving at the scene and the police warned drivers to avoid Memorial Causeway.

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The world’s oldest woman, who lived to 117, ate the same meal every day throughout her life

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Emma Martina Luigia Morano, born on 29 November 1899, got to live to 117, making it the world’s oldest woman.

She died in 2017, in Italy, where she had lived her entire life.

Morano was the eldest of eight siblings and outlived them all. The story of her enduring life stunned the world and many were eager to learn the secret behind her longevity.

There have only been 12 more verified cases of people reaching Morano’s age.

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Asked about her life and health, Morano once said it was due to genetics and a specific diet that included eating three eggs a day, two of which raw.

She took up this diet after being diagnosed with anemia after World War I ended.

Morano only cut to two eggs per day and a couple of biscuits during the last years of her life.

According to her doctor, she barely ate any fruits and vegetables.

“When I met her, she ate three eggs per day, two raw in the morning and then an omelette at noon, and chicken at dinner,” Carlo Bava, Morano’s doctor of 27 years said.

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According to the Mirror, Morano included in her diet a special touch of grappa—an Italian liquor—prepared with herbs like sage and rue, along with some grapes. 

Throughout her life, which she had described as tough, she experienced an abusive marriage and the death of her only child. Morano lived through more than 90 different Italian governments and two World Wars.

The world’s oldest woman said that her longevity was part due to her decision to kick out her husband in 1938.

In fact, she was dragged into the marriage by threats, and didn’t want to be married after a boy she liked died in the war.

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Although she and her abusive husband separated in 1938, they stayed married until his passing in 1978. She never remarried.

“I didn’t want to be dominated by anyone,” she told the New York Times.

Morano’s mother lived to 91 and most of her siblings reached to be centenarians.

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Donald Trump faces backlash over ‘disrespectful’ gesture at Pope Francis’ funeral

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For a day, Rome was the center of the world as hundreds of thousands of people, including world leaders, gathered to say their farewell to the first pope of Latin-America, the man who impacted the Catholic church forever, Pope Francis.

As expected, US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania were among those who paid their tributes and attended the funeral.

Before heading to Rome, Trump made a comment about the upcoming funeral of Pope Francis that enraged many.

Asked to make a comment about the late pontiff, the business mogul-turned president said “he was a fantastic kind of a guy.” Many believed he should have chosen more eloquent words to describe the Catholic leader, slamming his choice of vocabulary.

Further, Trump said Pope Francis’ funeral would be attended by world leaders, which would give him the opportunity to meet with them and talk trade.

“My goodness. Please tell me Donald Trump isn’t going to try to work trade deals at Pope Francis’s funeral,” a person commented on the president’s comment.

“Disrespectful,” another added.

A third commented: “He should be shunned.”

His comment, which many dubbed inappropriate, wasn’t the only reason Trump has come under fire.

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The couple were seen pausing as they passed Pope Francis’ coffin to pay their respects. However, once all the leaders stood in rows, wearing dark attires, Trump “stuck out like a sore thumb” due to his choice of suit.

For some reason, he opted for a blue color suit while everyone else’s was black.

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Plenty of people took to the social media to share their opinion, writing that the US president lacked class and disrespected the pope by trying to steal the attention.

“Any reason why Donald Trump is in a blue suit and not wearing traditional black for a funeral?” someone wondered.

Another added: “I see that Trump’s wearing a blue suit to the Pope’s funeral so that he stands out. T**ser!”

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A third commented, “Watching the funeral on BBC News. Trump is in a blue suit when everyone else is in black. No class.”

A fourth chimed in, “Why is Trump wearing a blue suit while everyone else is in black? No respect.”

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Numbness or tingling sensations in your hands

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Has it ever happened that you woke up and felt numbness or tingling sensations in your hands? If the answer is yes, you are not alone.

The good thing is that this sensation, that feels like pins-and-needles isn’t dangerous all by itself.

As per the Mayo Clinic, “Numbness alone isn’t usually associated with potentially dangerous disorders, such as strokes or tumors.”

What’s most, numbness or tingling sensations in your hands can be easy to overcome.

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One of the reasons behind this “condition” can be the sleeping position. If you slept with your hands under your body for most of the night, you are likely to lose the sensations in your hands in the morning.

Further, the tingly sensation may appear because of repetitive movements with the hands and the fingers such as using tools, typing, or writing. These repetitive movements can lead to compression of the nerves over time, and an example of that is the condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome, a common condition affecting the median nerve in the wrist.

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“If the condition persists, it can cause permanent nerve damage. Sometimes surgery is necessary to relieve the pressure,” as per Healthline.

The numbness or tingling sensations in your hands and feet can also be a result of vitamin B12 deficiency, common at vegans and vegetarians.

This vitamins is found in eggs, meat, dairy, and fortified cereals, but it also comes in the form of supplements.

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When calcium, potassium, or sodium levels drop in the body, it can disrupt nerve signals, causing tingling sensations. This is often due to dehydration, specific medications, or underlying health issues.

To avoid this, maintain balance by staying hydrated, consume nutrient-rich foods, and seek medical advice if the symptoms continue.

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Peripheral nerves can be damaged at people with long-term high blood sugar, leading to diabetic neuropathy. This condition is also connected with numbness, tingling, or even burning sensations in the hands and feet.

Nerves can get compressed because of a herniated disc or neck spondylosis, too.

Autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and poor circulation can also cause the sensation of numbness and tingling, as well as non-cancerous growths like ganglion cysts and certain infections.

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Although hand numbness can often be caused by something not harmful, if it persists, require medical attention.

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Tragedy in Vancouver as car crashes into street festival crowd, leaving multiple dead and injured

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Eleven people, among which a 5-year-old child, lost their lives in the car-ramming attack in Vancouver when a driver ploughed into a crowd at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival at 8pm on Saturday, the Independent reports.

The Vancouver Police Department said in a statement that the man behind the crowd crash, 30-year-old Kai-Ji Adam Lo, was known to the police and to the mental health professionals.

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He has since been arrested and charged with eight counts of second-degree murder, but more charges are expected, officials said. As of now, he remains in custody.

Acting Police Chief Steve Rai said the suspect was “known to police in certain circumstances,” adding had “a significant history of interactions with police and healthcare professionals related to mental health.” Rai, however, wouldn’t disclose whether or not the suspect had a past criminal record.

The police assures the Vancouver crowd crash that claimed the lives of 11 people wasn’t an act of terrorism.

The final rallies in Calgary, Richmond and British Columbia have been canceled ahead of the federal election on Monday. Canada’s prime minister Mark Carney saying the nation was left “shocked, devastated and heartbroken.”

“I offer my deepest condolences to the loved ones of those killed and injured, to the Filipino Canadian community, and to everyone in Vancouver. We are all mourning with you,” Carney said.

“We are monitoring the situation closely, and thankful to our first responders for their swift action.”

Photos and videos of the scene showed devastation as people tried to avoid being hit. The suspect was then dragged out of the car. He was said to have said “sorry” to witnesses following the deadly attack.

Further, according to BBC News, witnesses said that the man drove “completely straight, right through the crowd.”

The Bao Buns food truck’s co-owner, Yoseb Vardeh, was at the scene. He witnessed Kai-Ji Adam Lo driving with 100 km/h (62 mph).

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“I think he was going for maximum damage,” he told BBC. “I just saw bodies underneath people’s food trucks, and husbands crying out for their wife, or their kids, it was just horrible.”

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