Margaret Minnicks
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Margaret Minnicks has a bachelor's degree in English. She is an ordained minister with two master's degrees in theology and Christian education. She has been an online writer for over 15 years. Thanks for reading and sending TIPS her way.
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Cabin Fever Because of Snow, Sleet, and Freezing Rain That Turned to Icy Roads. Top Story - February 2026.
What Is Cabin Fever? The short answer is that cabin fever is restlessness from being in a confined area. Cabin fever is the distressing irritability or restlessness experienced when a person or group is stuck at an isolated location or in confined quarters for an extended time. Research shows that prolonged cold, gray skies, and being stuck indoors can trigger mood shifts similar to “winter blues.”
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in Humans
Benefits of Looking Forward To Something
Everyone looks forward to something because it is part of life. When we were younger, we looked for most things that were different from what we look forward to now that we are older. Even so, we might still look forward to some of the same things: birthdays, holidays (some more than others), graduation, first job, dating, marriage, anniversaries, raising a family, and more.
By Margaret Minnicksabout a month ago in Confessions
Why You Should Not Tell Everyone Your Personal Problems
When we have good news or bad news, we want to share it with people. Unfortunately, not everyone is on your side. Some people will undoubtedly take your personal information and hold it against you, either then or later.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Motivation
Why Are Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Therapists, and Counselors Called “Shrinks”?
Most of us have heard someone say, “I’m going to see my shrink,” with a shrug or a half‑smile — but have you ever stopped to wonder where that slang word came from? It’s one of those cultural words we have heard, and we begin using them without knowing what they actually mean.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Psyche
Being Bored vs. Being Boring
Being Bored Is Not the Same As Being Boring After publishing my article, “Can a Person Really Be Bored to Death?” I kept thinking that there are differences between being bored and being boring. Often, the two words are used interchangeably, but they describe entirely different human experiences.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Motivation
Fun Facts About Popcorn
There are over 50 fun facts about popcorn, the popular snack loved by children and adults. All the popcorn trivia is interesting, but my favorite fun fact is that the popcorn sold in theaters around the world today was once banned in movie theaters.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Feast
Martin Luther King's 'I Have a Dream' Speech: Things People Still Don't Know
Former President Ronald Reagan declared the third Monday in January to be Martin Luther King Jr. Day to celebrate the slain civil rights activist. Had he lived, he would be celebrating his birthday at age 97 on January 15, 2026, but he was assassinated at the young age of 39 on April 4, 1968.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in History
“It’s Not You, It’s Me!”
There comes a time in life when I look at the things I used to do, especially when I was much younger and wanted to get along with others. There were times when I went along with the routines, the invitations, and habits of others that no longer fit me. Theref0re, I am breaking up with those habits.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in Confessions
