Friendships can be great, but what happens when they take a dive into the “dark side” and become more of a toxic situation than a healthy friendship? The sad reality is that not all friendships are healthy, and often it is already too late by the time we realize that a friendship we have been […]
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Yoga or Pilates; which practice is right for you? While both seem like relaxing ways to end a busy day and get a good quality workout, is one perhaps more suited to your needs than the other? The only way to find out is to do a detailed comparison of each practice, and take the
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Some may think that the terms “religion” and “spirituality” mean the same thing, but they really don’t. To be religious is very different from being spiritual in the true sense of the words. Understanding the differences and similarities between religion and spirituality can help you to choose your own path. A bit of time I
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We often hear about the benefits of eating slowly, and these benefits do, of course, have merit. But what if we played devil’s advocate for a few minutes? What if we considered the possible benefits and advantages of eating fast? Let’s dig a little deeper into how eating fast can be beneficial too. Yup, as
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Is it a good idea to make friends with your work colleagues? This is a question that many people grapple with when starting a new job. Having friends at work can come with a handful of disadvantages, but the perks seem to far outweigh them. Of course, when making friends at work, it is good to
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Friendships in the workplace can become a little tricky, especially if you have struck up a friendship with your boss or supervisor. What does such a friendship mean for your standing in the workplace? Will being friends with your boss or supervisor be detrimental to your career and connections with co-workers? Being friends with your
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We are constantly hearing about the benefits of Yoga for children and adults alike. Many people have been suggesting that Yoga should be taught to children in school. However, some parents just do not feel the same – why? It can be quite a controversial subject that seems to have dredged up mixed opinions on
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When I am feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed I head out into the garden to water a few plants, smell a few flowers, evict a few weeds, and harvest a few of the ripest fruits and veggies. Being out in the garden is my happy place, and I have heard that I am not the
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How do you measure your self-worth on a social scale? Many people will determine how valuable they are, or others are, by the number of friends they have. Society gives people the misconception that having a lot of friends means you are a truly likable and valuable person. This is, however, only a misconception. I
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In the more recent years of my life, I have become familiar with the concept of mindfulness. At first, I thought that mindfulness was just another hobby that people have caught on to, much like meditation, yoga, or pottery. I was intrigued and started practicing it daily. And as I began to incorporate mindfulness practice
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