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
So often I come across criticism on social media issued towards highly recognized public figures who fail to use their platform to advocate for the injustices of certain political issues. The choice to use one’s platform to generate awareness of political injustices is arguably personal, however I will admit that when celebrities use their fame … More The Positive Impact of Celebrities Using Their Public Platforms To Advocate For Political Injustices
Last Friday evening, recently elected president Donald Trump signed an executive order preventing refugees from entering America for the next one hundred and twenty days and furthermore preventing immigrants from Iran, Syria, Sudan, Libya, Yemen and Somalia from entering America for the next three months. The following information is outlined on CNNPolitics.com: Trump’s signing provoked … More Donald Trump’s Muslim Ban
I can recall having an absolute obsession with Pinterest throughout the latter half of my high school career. I used to scroll through the seemingly endless pages of each category and pin anything that caught my eye to my ‘boards’, however once I began university and had an increased work load, I failed to have time … More Pinterest
I was recently doing some research regarding at-home acne treatments on the internet, and I came across an interesting forum discussing the use of Vick’s Vapour Rub for cystic pimples. Numerous individuals had engaged in said forum expressing their content with the use of Vick’s for cystic blemishes, so naturally I headed to the nearest drug … More Vick’s Vapour Rub: More Than A Decongestant
On January 25th, Bell conducted their annual Bell Let’s Talk fundraising event to raise funds for mental health awareness and initiative programs in Canada. The event has been in existence for several years now, however the engagements with the fundraiser in 2017 trumped all past years in terms of participants and funds raised. The following … More #BellLetsTalk
As a student, I can say with confidence that I try my absolute best to purchase items when they are on sale or are offered at a discounted price. Everyday necessities, despite being necessities, can become expensive, and so I have come to the realization that I have been spending far too much money on … More Are You Spending Too Much Money On Everyday Items?
Snoring seems to be a frequent topic of conversation in my home. My dad is a major snorer and could arguably wake a bear from hibernation with the decibels of some of his grunts whilst asleep. So, what is snoring? In simple terms, snoring occurs when air is unable to move freely throughout the nose … More Why Do We Snore?
I am a completely and totally devoted coffee drinker. I will be honest and admit that I arguably consume more coffee in a day than what is considered to be reasonable or furthermore healthy, but I simply cannot go without it. Coffee is an absolute necessity in my diet and I do not plan on … More Why You Need More Tea In Your Life
The protests that occurred one day after president Donald Trump was inaugurated into political office in the United States were the largest female-based and most peaceful protests in American history, according to Independent.co.uk.com. One in every one hundred American citizens participated in the protests that took place within Los Angeles, Washington D.C., New York, Chicago and Seattle … More The 2017 Women’s March Against Donald Trump
