In conversation with someone recently, I was presented with a term I had never heard of before. Called oil pulling, the person I was speaking with recommended it to me because I was telling them about how I’ve recently started to have some issues with my own teeth in the context of staining. I was … More What the heck is oil pulling?
I suppose it might be helpful to offer an explanation of a Valkyrie before we get much further in today’s discussion. In the context of Norse mythology, a Valkyrie refers to the 12 female warrior figures who guided the souls of deceased Viking warriors from the battlefield to Valhalla, their interpretation of a heaven of … More Are you familiar with Valkyrie mind-stilling?
Before we delve back into our conversation pertaining to air-purifying plants, I thought it would be appropriate to take a collective moment and offer some general thanks toward plants as a general concept. They’re pretty incredible, and while I’ve accepted I will never possess the tremendous green thumb my mom has, I can still appreciate … More Looking for cleaner air in your home? Consider these plants (part two)
The cleanliness and purity of the air we breathe is a topic that poses tremendous relevance to us all, unless you’re superhuman or some shit and don’t require oxygen to literally exist. Air and water are two things we as human beings require to survive, and the cleaner the air, the better, relatively speaking. Air … More Looking for cleaner air in your home? Consider these plants (part one)
Within the past few months, I’ve made a personal effort to consume more protein. It isn’t at all a matter of me not enjoying protein, because I’m a meat feign; rather, because I have increased my physical activity and another rugby season is approaching, I figure it might do me some good to build up … More Let’s make protein pancakes
I would wager that trauma, sadly, is something that is relevant to more of us than not. It’s a horrible thing to endure, and because it can occur in so many different ways and forms, its lasting effects can vary drastically as well, both in severity and duration. I don’t intend for this post to … More Dealing with trauma: fight or flee?
Yesterday’s post about canker sores provided you all with a sort of fundamental understanding as to why these pricks have to make their presence known. I was prepared to just delve right into how to go about preventing, and, furthermore, treating them, but then I realized perhaps I should share some background information on the … More Tired of dealing with canker sores? Read this (part two)
I have, unfortunately, been on the receiving end of canker sores for most of my life. I started getting them when I was quite young, and I don’t think I was yet ten years old before they became more common than not. I would go through periods during which their presence ceased dramatically, only for … More Tired of dealing with canker sores? Read this (part one)
Today’s post will be a continuation of our discussion regarding burnout and its common signs and symptoms. Burnout is no joke, and while I’ve never experienced it myself, I’ve come close. If anything, I’m sort of always dangerously bordering on burnout with Lyme disease, if I’m not attentive to how much strenuous activity I’m engaging … More Burnout: know the signs (part two)
I recently wrote a post discussing a young woman who pushed herself to the absolute limit mentally and physically and ended up having a heart attack. The source of this information was an Instagram reel, and the woman explained how she now has a stint in her chest due to damage from the heart attack. … More Burnout: know the signs (part one)
While it certainly should be common knowledge that overworking ourselves is an excellent means to achieve burnout, I’m not entirely certain it is. Or, perhaps I should acknowledge how most of us are aware of the implications of pushing our bodies and minds too far, yet we tend to ignore this ideology when it comes … More Looking to avoid burnout? Listen to your body
I’m trying to distance myself from cleaners that contain a lot of harsh chemicals and additives. Having Lyme disease, my body is far more sensitive to toxins than it used to be, so while I’ve never really had to pay much attention to the ingredients in most things, let alone cleaning products, I am now … More Method Glass Cleaner Spray vs Windex: which reigns supreme?
For most of my life, I’ve been told I am a rather expressive person. Based on the wrinkles on my face that have made their presence known before I’m even 30 years old, I’m inclined to agree with the fact that I am expressive. Depending on who I am with, my voice can also become … More The connection between neurodivergency and tone of voice (part one)
I’ve been using beef tallow as a moisturizer for my face for a few months now. The specific product I use is called For the Face and it is made by Tallow Twins, two sisters who are local to me that I’ve known my entire life. I will be transparent and admit I was very … More What’s with the beef tallow hate?
This week is the National Eating Disorder Association’s (NEDA) ‘Eating Disorder Awareness Week’ (EDAW). Spanning from February 24 to March 25, this week is intended to create awareness and advocacy regarding eating disorders in an attempt to provide education and resources to anyone who may be in need of them. Here is a blurb about … More Eating disorders: what do you know?
If you are unfamiliar with the spoon theory, please do not stress over it. If I had to guess, I would wager most people are unfamiliar with it as opposed to acquainted with it, and understandably so; the theory is often referenced and used by individuals who are chronically ill, so if you’re fortunate enough … More Do you practice the spoon theory?
Most of us are familiar with the significance of staying hydrated. Seeing as we are mostly composed of water as human beings, it makes sense that water is something we should be putting back into our bodies, consistently, throughout a given day. Despite the majority of us being well aware of the importance of drinking … More Struggling to drink enough water? Read this
Having Lyme disease, I have to be careful when it comes to cleaning products. I have a bit of a heightened sensitivity to certain ingredients in common cleaners that has developed after being diagnosed with Lyme; I never used to have any sort of issue with any product in the past. As annoying as it … More Looking for an all-purpose cleaner? Look no further
Now that we have thoroughly covered the basis of sciatica in terms of a foundational understanding of what it is, what it encompasses, and how to go about treating it, today’s post will specifically address the relief component. Unfortunately, when it comes to sciatica relief, stretches only do so much. But, when you’re in pain, … More Try these stretches for sciatica relief
Yesterday’s post served as a sort of informational one on the topic of sciatica pain. As I said, if you, unfortunately, have had issues with sciatica pain before, you are well aware of how uncomfortable and miserable it can be. Sciatica pain is more common than you may suspect, and now that we have established … More Here’s how to relieve sciatica pain
If you’re unaware of what sciatica pain is, I consider you lucky, because that likely means you have never had any issues with your own sciatica nerve. If you are savvy with the condition, however, I empathize with you, and I entirely acknowledge how miserable the pain can be. I’m a little reluctant to admit … More Sciatica pain? Read this
Shoes, as a concept, are relevant to most of us human beings, with some exceptions, of course. I’ve always found it fascinating that, in early historical periods, humans did not wear shoes as we know them now because they did not yet exist. In reality, shoes have done more damage to human feet than we … More What are your shoes telling you?
I managed to fracture the tip of my left pinky and tear the tendon clean off the bone of my finger back in December. I jammed my pinky off of a rugby ball, and while it hurt like a bitch at the moment, I really did not think this injury would be worthy of much … More Mallet finger? Here’s what to expect
While I would wager most of us are familiar with the term imposter, I’m not exactly sure how many of us can say we have heard of, or, furthermore, know a thing or two about Imposter Syndrome. Like the name of the condition itself suggests, Imposter Syndrome involves being under the impression that any success … More Are you familiar with Imposter Syndrome?
I am not someone who particularly enjoys cleaning. Sure, there are some jobs I prefer over others, but in general, I would rather be spending my time doing something aside from dusting or scrubbing flecks of shit off of my toilet bowl. I consider myself fortunate in the sense that I do not live in … More Tired of scrubbing your shower? Read this
For the final installment in our Gua Sha post series, I figure it would be helpful to discuss how to go about making use of one. Thus far, we have discussed the origins of the tool, as well as the benefits it can offer with regular use, so I think it makes sense to conclude … More Here’s how to use a Gua Sha
Yesterday’s post focused on the concept of a Gua Sha in addition to its history and a general overview of some of the ways in which it is commonly used. As I said, I wasn’t too savvy on the use of a Gua Sha or the benefits it offers with consistent use, so I wanted … More What sorts of benefits does a Gua Sha offer?
Please do not fret if you read the title of today’s post and felt your eyebrows creep into your hairline as a result of your surprise. I wouldn’t think that the term Gua Sha is one with a universal understanding, but, because it has and continues to gain tremendous popularity within the beauty community, I … More What the heck is a Gua Sha?
Continuing with our conversation that began yesterday regarding common misperceptions and myths that exist in the exercise realm, I thought I would share a personal experience before we get into the nitty-gritty. When I was in high school, I was, I suppose you could say, at my peak in terms of athleticism. I was heavily … More Myth versus fact: fitness edition (part two)
After I wrote a post a couple of days ago regarding how both cycling and running are excellent forms of cardiovascular activity, despite a common misperception that running is more effective cardio-wise, the topic prompted me to consider just how many myths exist in the fitness world. Granted, myths exist in every realm. But, I … More Myth versus fact: fitness edition (part one)
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