The Stories We Tell Ourselves And Why They Matter

Stories have power.  A good story can heal, empower, transform and help us to make sense of the world we live in.  The ability to tell stories is what separates us from the rest of the animal kingdom, they are part of what makes us human.   Businesses understand this. Brands use stories to connect with [...]

How To Look And Feel Great On The Beach

If you’re going on holiday this year, you might be looking forward to the sun, sea, sand (and perhaps a siesta or two), but there might also be something else on your mind – the dreaded beach body reveal. Most of us would rather hide our lumps and bumps in a kaftan than let it [...]

Changing Habits for a Healthier Lifestyle

  The Perfect Formula for Effective Weight Loss We all know it’s true: eating healthy food and exercising regularly is the magic formula for weight loss. No one needs to cut out carbohydrates, or follow any other fad diet. It’s simple: eating healthily and exercising regularly works for optimum health. There are other benefits besides [...]

Join The RBC Race For The Kids

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 Join the RBC Race for the Kids for fitness, fun and fundraising this summer Raising money for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity From fitness enthusiasts to fun-seekers, the RBC Race for the Kids is the fundraising event for all to enjoy. The fun 5km race takes place in London’s beautiful Battersea Park on Sunday [...]

Learn To Forgive Yourself

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God didn’t make a mistake when He made you. You need to see yourself as God sees you. (Joel Osteen)   We all make mistakes; its part of human nature, there is no such thing as perfect and even the best of people screw up at some point. Some of us make small mistakes that [...]

Learn To Accept Yourself

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The Secret To Being Happy – Learn To Accept Yourself If there is one thing I have learned, it can be extremely difficult to learn to accept yourself is the greatest achievement you will ever make in your life. To be able to step away from the crowd and shout out “I am me and [...]

How to Choose a Facility to Prevent Nursing Home Abuse

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Nursing home abuse is probably the most common worry and fear of anybody who’s thinking of placing their elderly loved ones in a nursing home. This problem can happen in any nursing home, even in some of the best ones in the country. The scary thing about nursing home abuse is that it is oftentimes [...]

How to Avoid Debt, Divorce & Depression for Life

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It is a sad fact that the majority of people will be affected by debt and stress at some point in their lives and that this can have a devastating effect on relationships. How are couples able to sustain a healthy, loving relationship in times of adversity? There are some simple tips and tricks to [...]

Being equipped to look after yourself

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    Life is demanding of your time, mental capabilities and emotions. Having children and dealing with everything involved in keeping them in shape, running a family home and having a job to hold down and to perform successfully, particularly given the job market at the moment and the number of people willing to step [...]

Understanding Denial To Help Others Cope With Bereavement

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  Denial is a common psychological condition which people use in a number of circumstances. Often it is associated with addiction and other negative connotations and is therefore labelled as being a negative influence on our lives. This is, however, not always the case because denial is the first of the many stages of grief [...]

5 Easy Steps to Recover from Surgery Faster

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The first thing that people think about when they hear that they need surgery is they think not only going under the knife, but how much time they are going to have to take off and how long it will be until they recover. Well, here are 5 steps to recover from surgery sooner so that [...]

Bullying – Are you guilty of it ?

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  While bullying is an issue many will come across during their life.  Some stand up to the bully and others become a ‘victim’. Many schools, work places etc.. have started to provide support to ensure it doesn’t get out of hand. What many don’t realise is that many people deal with bullying on a daily basis alone they keep [...]

Fighting Fatigue While Learning From Home

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  At home educational programs have many benefits. They allow individuals to learn at their own pace, set their own hours and make education work with a busy career and family life. While there are many reasons to pursue an online degree, there are also challenges that come into play. One of the biggest challenges [...]

Got Trouble? Don’t Hide From It!

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  It’s human nature to wish that problems would simply disappear if you ignore them. But truthfully, how often does that happen? Sticking your head in the sand can ultimately have long-lasting, far-reaching negative effects on one’s life. No matter how overwhelming life can sometimes feel be sure to remain an active participant in your [...]

Correcting Self-image | When Feeling Beautiful Is Guaranteed

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On a daily basis, you either see a beautiful woman playing with her hair or an attractive man showing off his physique. You see a whole lot more of this when you watch television: Both men and women half naked, flexing every part of their body while calling out their measurements. It is almost as [...]

Creating Your Personal Natural Medicine Cabinet

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  Today, the thrust of the new studies in the field of medicine and related fields is more on harvesting the potential of natural materials, like plants,  to alleviate if not cure human diseases and ailments. This has led to the widespread introduction of natural remedies or herbal medicines worldwide.  Together with natural remedies is [...]

Should Dentists Offer General Health Screenings?

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We’ve all seen the BOGO (buy-one-get-one) ads at our local shoe stores. But now, dental offices might be the next place you can get a two-for-one deal.   Recent research has shown that, when it comes to regular health visits, dentists are stealing the show. While the majority of people make annual visits to their [...]

How to Eat a Healthy Diet and Save Money.

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How to Eat a Healthy Diet and Save Money Almost every day we read or hear reports about the health benefits of eating fresh foods. More families these days make an effort to eat fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grain breads and crackers, and lean meats and cheeses on a regular basis. More people avoid [...]