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The concluding week of February annually marks the National Eating Disorder Association’s (NEDA) eating disorder awareness week. For each of the seven days of this week, NEDA encourages persons struggling with and who have struggled with eating disorders to speak out against the stigma that surrounds them and furthermore mental health. I thought I could contribute … More National Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2017
Yesterday evening I went to theatres to see the film Get Out with a couple of friends. I did a little bit of research regarding the film and what exactly the plot was prior to viewing it, and in doing so I learned that it has received tremendous reviews, therefore I was looking forward to … More Film Review: Get Out
Nuts come in a multitude of different varieties and tend to offer several nutritional benefits to those who consume them. They contain an elevated amount of healthy fats, and while such fats are essential to a balanced diet it is important to be aware of just how much fat nuts contain. I have created a … More Nuts for Nuts
Considering the 2017 Academy Awards occurred on Sunday evening, I felt as though it would be beneficial to explore the severity of the wage gap and the prevalence of sexism in Hollywood. I composed a former post describing the extent to which the wage gap impacts female athletes in professional sports and wanted to pursue … More Sexism and the Wage Gap in Hollywood
As my two beloved dogs, Sam and Jake, get older, I find myself thinking about whether or not they have had exposure to a content and loving life. I was inspired to do some research regarding specific criteria as to how to properly care for a dog, and the following recommendations come from humane society.org. … More How to Raise and Care for a Happy Dog
On Friday evening my sister and I headed to theatres to view the most recent film in the Fifty Shades of Grey series, Fifty Shades Darker. I have read all of the texts and have furthermore seen the first movie, therefore my expectations were high for this second film. The first film was, in my … More Film Review: Fifty Shades Darker
The possibility of wine being a beneficial beverage likely seems too good to be true for vino lovers. However, according to foodandwine.com, wine offers numerous positives to those who consume it, and I wanted to share these supposed benefits with you. Keep in mind that wine, when consumed in moderation, presents health benefits. The American … More Is Wine Good for You?
If you’re someone who makes frequent use of makeup, it is probable that when you hear the term ‘highlighter’ you think of the intensely pigmented shimmery powder/liquid as opposed to a type of marker. I feel as though highlighters have taken the cosmetic industry by storm over the past year or so, and while I … More Highlighter Hype
As I explained in a recent post, I was denied admittance to my university’s Masters in English Language and Literature program. I was rather devastated to be honest, and I would be lying if I stated that I was totally past feeling disappointed, because I am not and likely will not be for a while. … More Support Systems
Being in the final semester of my university education has encouraged me to recognize how strongly young individuals in contemporary society are pressured to attend a university institution. While I acknowledge that this pressure is likely a result of a the rising competition existing within the job market, it does not mean that it is … More The Pressure to Attend University
It seems as of late that apple cider vinegar is escalating in popularity amongst a variety of individuals. I have heard numerous accounts of the many benefits the vinegar offers to persons who ingest it, and so I decided to do some research and unveil the truth about this supposed miracle liquid. According to ReadersDigest.com, … More Apple Cider Vinegar: The Taste Is Worth the Benefits
Kip Moore is and has been one of my preferred country music artists for quite some time now. He has and incredibly unique voice and is furthermore extremely talented, and his music has always been something that pleases me. The following biographical information comes from Wikipedia.com. Kip Christian Moore is thirty-six years old, born on April … More Profile: Kip Moore
When I attended Generation Beauty last May with my sister, we received a tremendous amount of goodies and free samples from various cosmetic companies that had booths present at the show. I was going through my makeup drawer this weekend and I rediscovered my Nudestix Gel Colour Lip + Cheek Balm, and I wanted to … More Product Review: Nudestix Gel Colour Lip + Cheek Balm
A couple of nights ago I was scouring through Youtube hair tutorials in hopes of designating a hair style to wear to a wedding I am attending this weekend. I am subscribed to a woman named Missy Sue on Youtube, and she offers absolutely beautiful hair styles that can be completed at home with minimal … More Braided Spiral Hair Tutorial
February 14th is annually celebrated as a day of love. It is a date dedicated to expressing and embracing the love of another individual, however I personally find Valentine’s Day problematic for several different reasons. Firstly, Valentines Day is adapted to conform to the socially normalized heterosexual relationship. It is so, so rare to see … More Valentine’s Day
Ice cream is always a good choice – that is, until you find yourself sitting in front of the television, watching your fifteenth episode of Friends with an empty tub of Ben and Jerry’s in your lap. It’s not a pretty sight. Good news, though – there is a version of a healthy, low calorie and … More Guilt-Free Ice Cream
Social media platforms have catapulted in popularity in the past five years or so. It seems as though everywhere you go you are confronted with some type of social media reference, whether it be to connect with an individual or to remain informed about certain events. While the prevalence and accessibility of social media is … More The Falsity of Social Media
The 2017 Grammy Awards took place on Monday evening. The show certainly did not disappoint, and some of the acceptance speeches and performances were of the most significant to date due to their subject matter, specifically referencing equality, inclusion and failure to abide by discriminatory political decisions. The following is a list of Grammy winners, … More The 2017 Grammy Awards
Bloating is arguably one of the most uncomfortable sensations a person can experience. It is awkward and irritating, and furthermore has the ability to entirely abolish an individual’s sense of self-confidence. I have endured my fair share of bloating, and after pondering how to combat this uncomfortable sensation I was prompted to do some research … More How To Diminish Bloating
Plants make me happy. Perhaps this statement seems rather random and out of context, however after doing some research I have gained a better understanding of why my plants seemingly enhance my mood. The following information comes from ambius.com and provides an explanation as to why owning indoor plants is a beneficial investment. Plants reduce … More The Benefits of Having Indoor Plants
Having recently discovered that I was not admitted into my university’s Masters in English program, I cannot say that my spirits have been particularly lifted as of late. I am trying my absolute best to remain positive, however it is easy to feel glum about unexpected things that occur in our lives. I was brainstorming … More Pleasant Reminders
Although 2017 is not yet far underway, there are already numerous makeup trends that have been predicted to take this year by storm in the upcoming seasons. The following information is derived from elle.com, however there are other sources that offer different 2017 makeup trend predictions. (1) Lip Gloss: This product is not for me, … More 2017 Makeup Trends
I am currently enrolled in an English course that specifically focuses on the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, particularly The Canterbury Tales. Chaucer is a widely recognized English writer who lived in England during the Middle Ages, and examining his literature has allowed me to gain a better understanding of how men and women were perceived in … More The Hypersexualization of Males in The Middle Ages
Chances are you read the title of this post and thought to yourself, “how can failure be beneficial?” It is arguable that this statement is an oxymoron considering it combines two entirely contrasting concepts, however after a recent personal experience with failure I wanted to share my opinion of how failure can actually be a … More The Benefit of Failure
I like to think I have relatively healthy hair, and whether or not this assumption is valid I thought I would share of my tips and trick regarding hair maintenance. Hair can be a tricky thing, so I hope some of my techniques work out for others. (1) Refrain from blow drying your hair: I … More My Healthy Hair Tips
Over the past couple of days I have been feeling rather stressed, and my body is beginning to display signs of how said stress is impacting my overall well-being. I have been experiencing headaches, breakouts and fatigue, and so I came to the realization that I need to designate specific ways in which I am personally … More Ways to Eliminate Stress
Blood clots are a medical occurrence that can strike when least expected. I wanted to compose a post discussing blood clots and symptoms they often pose in order to generate some awareness of this type of bodily mass. What is a blood clot? It’s basically a mass of blood that alters from a liquid to … More Blood Clots: What You Need to Know
I am currently reading and learning about the figure known as Jack the Ripper in my English class regarding the history of early London, England, and prior to taking this class I failed to possess a lot of knowledge about the legend. After reading several texts describing his gruesome murders of female prostitutes I wanted … More The Legend of Jack the Ripper
Karma Kameleon Gastropub is a restaurant located in Thorold, Ontario. I have eaten at the Karma Kameleon on two separate occasions, and I felt the need to dedicate a post to it because the food is absolutely incredible. The menu is not huge in terms of selection, however it is arguably a smaller menu because … More Karma Kameleon Gastropub
I have discovered some new and exciting foods at the grocery store that I am able to consume without experiencing irritation and discomfort as a result of my food intolerances. These foods are gluten, dairy and egg free, and I wanted to compose a post in order to share them with any individuals who also … More Good Eats
