Most of us are familiar with the ideology that because the past is, quite literally, in the past, it isn’t something we should affix a tremendous amount of our efforts or attention to. In a general sense, this mindset makes sense – what occurred in the past is done, and it cannot be changed no … More Is leaving the past in the past always a good thing?
I realize the title of today’s post might seem a bit condescending in the sense that washing one’s hair isn’t exactly a difficult concept. It requires hair, water, some shampoo and conditioner, and it would be fair to assume there really isn’t much more to it. I recently watched a video posted to Instagram by … More Are you washing your hair correctly?
I would argue that the vast majority of us prefer not to deal with conflict if we don’t absolutely have to. And, really, my argument is logical in its preposition; humans don’t typically crave conflict, or confrontation, hence why so many of us get rather uncomfortable when faced with either. Comfort, on the other hand, … More Comfort: are you helping, or hurting?
Hangovers are certainly not something any sane person would wish to experience, I would think, but they’re something that the vast majority of us have endured. They’re anything but pleasant, and in my own experience, depending on how bad of a hangover you’re dealing with, they often feel similar to having the flu or a … More How to cure a hangover, part two
I’ve always been a pretty transparent person, and my history of an eating disorder is no exception to my translucence. I was diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia when I was 17, and while the road I’m on now certainly has fewer bumps and divots than it once did, I can’t, and won’t, say recovery … More Q and A: Eating disorder recovery edition
To reference my title, today’s post will share with you some more helpful hacks that assist in making certain things in life a wee bit simpler. To continue yesterday’s topic, I thought I would present to you some more incredibly savvy life hacks to help make some things in life a little less complicated, or … More Read this to learn how to make life easier
Hacks, in all forms, are something I can absolutely appreciate. When we come across a helpful piece of information or knowledge that relates to something we make frequent use of in our lives is one thing, but to unveil a more efficient or time-conscious method is another, and I haven’t met anyone who doesn’t enjoy … More You’re going to wish you knew these tricks sooner
I have said to a variety of different people that I think it would be simultaneously helpful and not so helpful if animals could talk. If they did have the ability to speak, they could inform us when they need something or perhaps aren’t feeling their best self. At the same time, however, specifically in … More Do you know what to do if your dog is overheated?
I won’t gatekeep the three remaining love languages from you today, as I said in yesterday’s post that today’s would list the other three languages of love. I will, however, make you wait a little longer, or, rather, I ask that you don’t skip ahead just to get to the goods. Prior to learning about … More Do you know your love language? (part two)
I am not a ghost hunter, although I probably would enjoy being one rather thoroughly. I’m not a supernatural expert, nor am I a demonologist; rather, I am someone who takes tremendous interest in things beyond our world, or human form, and because I’ve sustained this interest for several years, I’ve come to learn a … More Here is how to determine if you’re in the presence of something supernatural
Spring may officially be upon us, but the weather here in Ontario, Canada, isn’t exactly reflective of this as of late. In fact, I’m pretty sure this period of time is when a lot of us fall victim to the cold, miserable grasp of a variety of delightful colds and viruses, and chest infections are … More Here’s how to tame a chest infection (part two)
While an unfortunate reality, I would wager that more of us than not have dealt with a narcissist, or narcissists, and on more than one occasion. Anyone who has familiarity or experience with a narcissist will arguably attest to the fact that they’re vile specimens, and despite how absolutely fucking awful they are, there are … More Tips for dealing with a narcissist
Poor circulation is an inconvenience a lot of us face in our daily lives. Whether it be in your hands, feet, legs or elsewhere, dealing with shitty circulation ain’t fun, nor is it the easiest thing to combat, or even alleviate. Personally, I’ve hit the genetic lottery when it comes to inheriting traits from my … More Poor circulation? Read this
When it came time to start preparing dinner a few nights ago, I found myself looking at two raw, skinless chicken breasts, wondering what in the fuck I was going to do with them in terms of how to serve them. Eventually, I just started grabbing random shit from my fridge and cupboards and in … More Here’s your next weeknight dinner
Just about every year during the holiday season, my sister ends up preparing at least one meal. My sister’s cooking abilities are God-given, if you ask me, and I have yet to consume anything she has made that fails to be anything but truly delicious. I genuinely mean that. One of the many tremendous dishes … More Here’s how to make your own pigs in a blanket
For my American readers, I apologize for composing a post about how to create splendid stuffing just after you celebrated Thanksgiving. How inconsiderate of me, I know. I am pleased to inform you and all of my readers, however, that not only is stuffing a vastly underrated dish that can absolutely be enjoyed any time … More Here’s how to make some perfect homemade stuffing
Job interviews are something I haven’t dabbled in for a few years now. I’m working on our family farm and am doing some part-time tutoring, and neither of these positions required an interview to secure, although I imagine being subjected to an interview by my dad to work for him would be rather entertaining. While … More Here’s how to ace a job interview
After reading the title of this post, I figured I should probably stipulate that when I say contractions, I am referring to the grammatical kind, not the pains that are experienced once a woman is in labour. Had I not stipulated which version of the word contraction I am discussing in this post, I may … More Understanding contractions
While I don’t wear makeup nearly as much as I used to, I can still appreciate some time-saving, effective hacks when it comes to the beauty realm. From hair to makeup to skincare and more, hacks are always appreciated, and because I personally benefit from reading up on and putting hacks into practice, I figured … More Check out these beauty tips
Spelling is something considered to be a tremendous hurdle for a lot of us to conquer. And, really, I can see why. As someone who studied English in university, I am fully aware of how fucking ridiculous spelling can be within the English language, and, simply put, the spelling of specific words really doesn’t make … More Do you struggle with spelling? Read this
Allow me to stipulate that if you read the word ‘catastrophizing’ in the title and thought to yourself ‘the fuck?’ please don’t worry. It’s a rather grand and intimidating word, but I assure you it looks a hell of a lot more complicated than it really is. Catastrophizing, in my own words, is the act … More Are you guilty of catastrophizing?
I’ve always had a healthy appetite for water. Or perhaps I should say a solid thirst for it. Either way, I’ve never been shy when it comes to guzzling some good ‘ol H2O, and I do believe this stems from me doing a lot of outdoor, physical work on my family’s farm. When it’s above … More Here’s how to drink more water
I would wager that just about all of us, at one point or another, have experienced a situation we have been left out from. Whether it be a conversation, an event, an activity or something else, feeling left out, and further acknowledging when we have been left out from something is a shitty comprehension, and … More Being mindful of inclusivity
Stress is something that just about all of us experience throughout life, some more than others. And, really, the concept of stress is a very personalized one; what may be a significant source of stress for one person may not be for another. While stress in itself is almost inevitable for any of us, we … More Here are some effective stress-management tips
Since we got a puppy a few months ago, keeping a watchful eye over him and what he tries to eat has been a bit of a challenge. Aside from a few foods that aren’t necessarily the best for pups, he’s eaten Christmas ornaments, magazines, stones and an assortment of animal poop. It’s been fun, … More Here’s what your dog can and cannot eat
I’ve been working part-time at a local golf course for just about a year now. I actually started at Fescue’s Edge Golf Club in December, which seems like a rather odd time to begin working at a golf course, but the reason I started in the Winter is because Fescue’s has two indoor golf simulators … More Have you tried indoor golf simulators?
Perspective is a pretty fascinating concept. Considering how it is essentially entirely subjective in nature as we all tend to interpret things slightly differently, perspective is something we are all familiar with but may not give much thought to. A couple of evenings ago, I was having a bit of a rough moment. I was … More Seeing things from a different perspective
It isn’t exactly shocking that a lot of us have experienced a decline in our mental health since the coronavirus outbreak first began back in March. Lockdowns, quarantining, isolation and social distancing are all components of this pandemic that have caused many of us to feel confused, alone, frustrated and scared, all of which are … More Here’s how to give your mental health a boost
We may only be into the first few days of June, but the weather we have been experiencing in Ontario as of late reflects temperatures that are more typical come mid-July or August. We have actually been enduring a heatwave over the past few days, and if you’re someone who works outside in these intense … More Beat the heat with these tips
COVID-19 has made its presence quite known on a global spectrum. I’ll admit that when the coronavirus first broke out in China, I didn’t give it too much thought because I was ignorant of its severity. Seeing the destruction and ripple effects this virus has caused across the world has allowed me to change my … More How to maintain productivity during a pandemic: part one
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