With the sun becoming increasingly hotter as a result of global warming, sunburns are unfortunately becoming more prevalent throughout the summer months. I recently became victim to a painful burn, and after doing some research, I came across some natural, at-home remedies for sunburns that may be useful to you or someone you know. MedicineNet.com offers … More At-Home Sunburn Remedies
You’ve arguably noticed that succulents have become quite the craze lately. I feel as though they’re popping up all over the place, whether it be in homes or stores, and I wanted to do some research and earn a concrete understanding of what exactly these little guys are. Succulents are a type of plant that … More What’s With Succulents?
Perhaps it is somewhat hypocritical of me to write this post considering I have only been to one location on this list, but Ontario has more to offer in terms of breathtaking views than a majority of us may realize. These hidden treasures within our province were named as the most beautiful spots to see … More Explore Ontario
As I discussed in a post a couple of weeks ago, I recently completed a one-month internship placement at CAA Niagara, the Thorold Branch, as the final component of my Public Relations program at Niagara College. All of my colleagues and I were placed at different companies and organizations throughout the Niagara region, with a … More Why All Post-Secondary Education Programs Should Offer Internships
I was invited via my colleagues at CAA Niagara to participate in the No Fixed Address Event in order to raise money for YWCA Niagara, an organization that provides shelter, food and assistance to women and families in poverty in the Niagara region. No Fixed Address is a 24-hour live-in-your-car-a-thon in which participants raise money … More No Fixed Address
I recently watched a documentary on Netflix titled Ice Guardians. The film consists of interviews with a variety of previous and current NHL and AHL players and their position in hockey as enforcers. An enforcer in hockey refers to a player who is ready and willing to fight a player on the opposing team whenever … More Ice Guardians: A Different Perspective on Fighting in Hockey
As part of my internship position at CAA Niagara, I was asked to compose a blog post addressing CAA Niagara’s annual Worst Roads campaign. I figured I could share it with you all here on my own blog, but if you’re interested in checking out some other CAA Niagara blog posts please do so! “When … More Potholes: An Unexpected Villian
As I mentioned in a previous post, I have been seeing a naturopath regarding my stomach and the food sensitivities and intolerances I deal with. These visits are what actually inspired my blog post regarding how the gut and the skin are so closely connected. After learning about my intolerance to potatoes, my naturopath recommended … More What is Hydrotherapy?
As part of the Public Relations program I am in the process of finishing up through Niagara College, myself and my fellow colleagues are expected to complete a one-month internship at a company or organization in the Niagara region, performing Public Relations duties and work. I was placed at CAA Niagara, the Thorold branch, and … More My Internship Experience
On Thursday, March 29th, my fellow Public Relations colleagues and I attended Niagara College’s Public Relations Graduate Panel. The purpose of the event was to allow current Public Relations students to network and connect with individuals who have completed the same program in past years. Several former Public Relations students attended the event, all coming … More Niagara College’s Public Relations Graduate Panel
I was appalled to read an article via CBC news detailing an absolute tragedy that has recently occurred in South Africa. The article, titled “South Africa Shocked By Deaths of 144 Psychiatric Patients,” describes the Esidimeni tragedy, a situation involving the deaths of 144 psychiatric patients who died following South Africa’s Gauteng provincial government transferring … More Mental Illness Tragedy in South Africa
With the recent passing of Stephen Hawking, I thought it would be appropriate to compose a profile post regarding him and his life accomplishments. This information is derived from Biography.com. Known for his work in black holes and relativity, Hawking was further a credited author, best known for “A Brief History of Time,” and his … More Profile: Stephen Hawking
I have heard on more than one occasion that the relationship between your gut and your skin is more significant than you might believe. I decided to do some research on the topic to learn more, and in doing so I came across some valuable information I thought I would share here on my blog. … More The Connection Between Your Skin and Your Gut
Naturopathic medicine is something I have been somewhat skeptical of for many years. I have seen different naturopaths throughout my life for different reasons, sometimes reaping positive results, sometimes not achieving any results. I have been seeing a physiotherapist weekly for roughly one month now for my foot, and one of the techniques said therapist … More Naturopathic Medicine
Anxiety is something I struggle with daily. I try my best to manage it and keep it under control, however, it can be overwhelming at times. Something to keep in mind when suffering from anxiety is designating effective coping mechanisms. Everyone who experiences anxiety does so differently, and as a result, all persons cope with anxiety … More How I Cope With Anxiety
Public Relations is one of the most rewarding yet challenging academic programs an individual can pursue. It is a beneficial area of study and can lead someone in various opportunistic directions, however, it can also be overwhelming at times. If you’re considering pursuing a career in Public Relations, here are three things you need to … More Three Things You Need to Know Before Studying Public Relations
Several nights ago, I had a dream about something I fear may come true in the future. I am not going to disclose the specifications of this scenario, but the dream was pretty darn scary, and when I woke up, it took several minutes for me to calm myself down and realize this situation did … More Are Your Nightmares Trying to Tell You Something?
I am finally coming to the end of having to wear a cast/boot on my foot due to the surgery I had back in December, but my surgeon has informed me that the removal of the support boot I am currently wearing requires orthotics for long-term support. I have heard mixed opinions regarding orthotics, so … More Are Orthotics Worth It?
February 26th to March 4th marks National Eating Disorder Awareness Week for the 2018 year. Every year I take it upon myself to post something to social media signifying my own experience with an eating disorder in hopes of potentially helping others who may be suffering in silence. By choosing to be transparent in regard … More Helping Eating Disorder Victims
I came across an article the other day by Global News titled “Vatican Launching New Exorcism Course As Demand for It Soars.” The article by Katie Dangerfield is quite interesting, and I wanted to discuss it here on my blog because it isn’t exactly a topic that enters news headlines often. The article explains how the … More A Need for Exorcists?
I was conversing with my dad the other day about Area 51 and the number of conspiracy theories that surround its existence. I have seen movies speculating the containment and research of aliens at the facility, and have read many perspectives suggesting the same idea. I thought I would do some research to see if … More Area 51
For the past couple of nights, I have been waking up throughout the night absolutely drenched in sweat. Gross, I know. I have limited knowledge regarding night sweats and what causes them, but my experiences these past few evenings has prompted me to want to know more and research the topic. According to MedecineNet.com, night sweats are essentially … More What Are Night Sweats?
On Wednesday, February 14th, a 19-year-old man identified as Nikolas Cruz killed 17 students and adults in a school shooting. Cruz, who committed this horrific act of violence, used an AR-15 and had multiple magazines. I viewed some of the footage from the scene, some footage being recorded by students while the shooting was happening, … More The Florida High School Shooting
My mom and dad recently returned home from their vacation to North Carolina. They drove down, therefore they made several stops in small farm towns, and they spent a majority of their time in Raleigh and Durham. Regarding Durham in particular, my parents were astounded with the tobacco heritage that continues to exist there current … More The Lack of Appreciation for Tobacco in Ontario
My college Public Relations course has allowed me to acknowledge how important networking is in the realm of Public Relations. Networking is one of the most effective ways to reach out to and connect with potential future employers, and further to familiarize oneself with potential future co-workers. Through my program’s emphasis upon networking, I have come … More LinkedIn
Better Farming is the biggest and best magazine for Ontario’s business farmers, according to their website. It was launched by AgMedia in 1999 and continues the proud tradition of editorial excellence of its predecessor, Farm & Country. Better Farming‘s professional approach to ag journalism sets them apart from other agricultural media outlets and defines their service … More Better Farming Magazine
This past Wednesday my Public Relations class and I were fortunate enough to travel to Toronto to visit the Google location in the city. My professor for my Social Media Strategies arranged the trip, and it was incredibly interesting and further beneficial. The Google Headquarters in Toronto is absolutely fantastic. The facility is so diverse … More Google Headquarters: Toronto
One of my Public Relations courses for this semester is Event Planning, a large component affiliated with Public Relations. We recently learned about the main components of Event Planning, and I thought I would reference my notes to share this beneficial information. I credit these notes to my professor, Carly Root, and Niagara College. Event … More The Top Components of Event Planning
Earrings, as visually pleasing as they can be, can, unfortunately, cause a multitude of problems if worn incorrectly. I personally have dealt with infected earlobes more times than I can count, and I thought I would do some research to determine why my earlobes continue to be irritated from my earrings. The first step to … More Why Do My Earrings Irritate My Ears?
For one of my college courses, a group of fellow classmates and I have been asked to help out the Lincoln County Humane Society (LCHS) in regard to social media promotion for a class assignment. I wanted to dedicate a post to the society in hopes of providing some insight for any individual interested in … More The Lincoln County Humane Society
