Self-care has always been important, and the idea behind it is nothing new. However, it’s grown in popularity in recent years, turning it into somewhat of a “buzzword” for many people. Unfortunately, that has also created some misconceptions surrounding what self-care looks like and how to implement it into your…
The pandemic has had a massive impact on the state of healthcare, and on telehealth in particular. It has also had a massive impact on our collective mental health, pushing more and more people to seek out professional help so they can feel better and be more productive. During the…
Most college students don’t have a lot of money. This isn’t a secret. Learning how to live frugally in college, on the other hand, is a much more elusive set of information. With the right know-how, it can be done, even allowing for some wiggle room to go out on…
The moment your relationship ends, you feel like the world has come to an end. All of your dreams and plans suddenly fall apart as you see your ex-partner’s back. At this point, there’s only one thing on your mind: “Will my ex miss me after the breakup? Will he…
We all want to be more productive. That’s a given. But sometimes, it feels like our best efforts are for naught. We try one technique after another, but we can’t seem to get into the groove. If this sounds like you, don’t worry — you’re not alone! Fortunately, there are…
Almost a decade ago, I wrote about a street person who because his dog wasn’t welcome in soup kitchens or overnight shelters, would forgo eating and a secure night’s sleep. But, he was happy to do so. Happy?! Think about that for a moment. How many of us can endure…
We’re all well aware of the devastating impact our behaviours have on the planet. From throwing away too much single-use plastic and buying new clothes, to traveling by plane and eating meat, so many of our actions are detrimental to the environment. And despite the agreements made during COP26 in…
Ensuring that your kids eat a well-balanced diet can be quite difficult since they’re eating unpredictably. Iron plays an important role in the transportation of oxygen throughout the body and is especially important for babies’ neurological development, physical growth, and maintaining overall health. Iron deficiency can lead to anemia and…
The last few years have been hard on people of all ages. Most adults understand the impact of the pandemic on their mental health. But how is the stress of a global crisis affecting kids’ mental health? Kids’ brains develop rapidly. Living through the pandemic has deprived them of living…
The winter has a significant toll on our physical and mental health. Every year, seasonal illnesses threaten to derail our physical health, and a lack of vitamin D from sunlight brings on feelings of depression and anxiety for millions. However, it is possible to boost your health during the colder…