Celebrating the Wins
Moving through hard times feels like a long slog some weeks. Its frustrating to feel so lost or so sad after many months, or even years, have passed. This is where celebrating small victories can be therapeutic.
Karen Wynne
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What is so hard about freelance work?
Freelancing sounds kind of idyllic, doesn’t it? Be your own boss, set your own hours, and choose how you complete your work.
If only it were that simple. I mean, sometimes it is. There are times when the work finds you. But the reality is much more of a roller-coaster.
If only it were that simple. I mean, sometimes it is. There are times when the work finds you. But the reality is much more of a roller-coaster.
Simple Upgrades for Your Home Office
Have you found yourself working from home, and many months (years?) into it, are now ready to upgrade from a makeshift situation to something more professional? Here are a few simple add-on items to make your remote work sparkle without breaking the bank.
Pardon? We’ve all been there. You’re in a video call, and listening to garbled and distant voices on the other end of the call – almost as if they’re underwater. Maybe you’re the one that is repeatedly asked to speak louder. The culprit is lik
Pardon? We’ve all been there. You’re in a video call, and listening to garbled and distant voices on the other end of the call – almost as if they’re underwater. Maybe you’re the one that is repeatedly asked to speak louder. The culprit is lik
Where in the World did Masks Come From?
For centuries, many populations have used masks for a multitude of reasons. These included cultural celebrations, attempts to ward off evil spirits, and to honour the spirits of past heroes or warriors. In many societies, ancient traditions and stories were passed through the generations using visual masked rituals. North American Iroquois medicine societies, also called the False Face Society, donned face masks carved from live trees. They believed that these masks were extremely powerful at cu
The Untold Fun Side of Wearing Masks
Through 2020 and into the indefinite future, it seems that masks have become a staple of our wardrobes, identities, and public appearances. Many of us contentedly wear them knowing that we are doing our part to minimize the spread of Covid-19 but do relish the day when they will no longer be a necessity. From corporate branding on our face coverings, to fancy patterns and colours, our masks are a new way to show a different side of our personalities.
Now that we’re all used to wearing masks, an
Now that we’re all used to wearing masks, an
May the 4th be with you, and other famous mask wearers...
With the start of the pandemic, came a new age of mask-wearing. It was new, it felt weird, and we had to do it. But was it actually new? We’ve become accustomed to seeing doctors, dentists and medically related professionals donning face coverings, as well as members of religious and cultural groups. But as it turns out there are a multitude of other star-like people who have become famous over the years for their use of masks in more unconventional ways.
Let’s have some fun and take a look at
Let’s have some fun and take a look at
Is Anyone Listening to the Earth Day Narrative?
April 22 is Earth Day. It happens every year. Children learn about it in school and participate in engaging activities, but do adults know about it? Does anyone care? And if people do care, what are they actively doing with the messaging that is being presented on Earth Day?
As inhabitants of this very fragile ecosystem that we call home, we are wholly responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of this space. When Earth Day pops up each day, many of us in the northern hemisphere are in the mids
As inhabitants of this very fragile ecosystem that we call home, we are wholly responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of this space. When Earth Day pops up each day, many of us in the northern hemisphere are in the mids
Make Working from Home Your Greatest Success
When the pandemic of 2020 hit, many of us found ourselves suddenly working from home – figuring out how to make things work, temporarily it seemed. But as time passed, and people were still at home a year later, a few found this new at-home setup to be better than being in an office. So how do you make telecommuting work for you? As a 15 year veteran of the home life, I have a few tips to make the day-to-day of working steps from your bedroom go more smoothly for you.
Find a dedicated space to
Find a dedicated space to
The benefits of staying fit as we age
Aging is an inevitable aspect of life. Here are a few tips to improve your quality of life as you age.
An annoying fact of life is aging. It happens to all of us and it can sneak up on us. The good news is that maintaining an active lifestyle has positive benefits on our overall health, which in turn can improve quality of life.
Almost half of Canadians are now over the age of 45, and many are looking for ways to stay active or get in better shape as the years pass. We tend to think of gyms, s
An annoying fact of life is aging. It happens to all of us and it can sneak up on us. The good news is that maintaining an active lifestyle has positive benefits on our overall health, which in turn can improve quality of life.
Almost half of Canadians are now over the age of 45, and many are looking for ways to stay active or get in better shape as the years pass. We tend to think of gyms, s
