Benefits to Sparkling Water
My family and I like to eat out on special occasions. When we do, the server asks whether we prefer still or sparkling water. Usually, I just go for my usual glass of still water, but occasionally I’ll...
Why Flowers Make Us Happy
I love flowers! From roses, daisies, and sunflowers, it’s impossible to choose a favourite. Whenever I see flowers blooming outside or receive a bouquet, my day becomes a lot brighter. I’m sure you can relate to this feeling....
Intergenerational Friendships
As we get older, the thought of talking to new people can be daunting, especially if those people are younger or older than us. When I mentioned this to my daughter, she reminded me that I had recently...
Cracking the Longterm Benefits of Eating Eggs
I love eggs for breakfast! Not only are they super easy to make, but they also taste good! It probably comes as no surprise that there are also many health benefits to eating eggs — and according to...
Why Do We Have Off Days?
I enjoy my work, but sometimes I have “off days.” You know, the ones where no matter what, I just can’t seem to focus. My brain feels sluggish, and I have to force myself to power through tasks....
How to Help Young Adults in Your Life
Being a young adult is hard. If you have a young adult in your life like a grandchild or niece or nephew, you likely know the challenges they face firsthand. Today’s young adults face a mix of factors...
The Power of a Smile 😊
A smile is one of the simplest tools we carry, yet it holds remarkable power. Connection rarely begins with grand gestures — it starts with acknowledgement. A smile says, “I see you,” before a single word is spoken....
Preventing Accidental Poisoning
Responsible use of medication significantly benefits our health and wellbeing. However, if not taken carefully, there can be fatal outcomes such as poisoning. Poisoning occurs when a harmful substance is swallowed, inhaled, injected or absorbed into the body....
Feathered Friends, Fitter Minds
From a young age, my son (now in university) was fascinated by all wildlife — including birds. His favourite bedtime stories involved animals and, as a result, I became far more knowledgeable about them too. Recently, I came...
The Wig Showdown: Synthetic versus Human
Curious about the difference between a human hair wig compared to a synthetic wig? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. The following is a breakdown of the differences between the two in order to help you find the...
Grown-Up, Not Bored-Up: Imagination is the Ultimate Stress Reliever
As we get older, the concept of play feels like nothing more than a distant memory. Gone are the days of playing outside with our friends or drawing to our heart’s content for hours on end. However, research...
Smile: It’s Good for You!
Close your eyes. Think about the last time someone smiled at you. Did you find yourself wanting to smile back at this person? Smiling is a powerful gesture to connect two strangers. It’s how babies bond with parental...
Two Minutes on Brain Rot
Across Canada, from the lecture halls of the University of Toronto, where my son is a student, to St. Joseph’s High School in St. Thomas, where I was a student, a new term is dominating the cultural conversation:...
Puddles, Paw Prints, and Peace of Mind: The Surprising Perks of Rainy Dog Duty
I love walking my dog, especially in the spring. The weather is warmer, birds are out, and flowers are in bloom. However, with spring flowers come rain showers. While the rain can put a damper on your afternoon...
Trust Your Gut: The Science Behind That Good Feeling
My Dad used to say, “trust your gut”. Essentially, he meant that we should trust our instincts when making important decisions. Normally we associate decision-making with our brains, not our stomach. However, did you know that our brains...
