The Power of Mental Fitness

Over the last couple of years, scientists have debunked many myths about the brain’s potential. Today, we know our cognitive abilities are fluid, not fixed. Even in adulthood, changes can occur in our brains through new neural connections and the strengthening of existing networks. This phenomenon is referred to as neuroplasticity. Use it or you’ll […]

Does Fear Have Power Over You? How Fear Affects Us

Let’s talk fear. It is one of the emotions we experience every day, maybe several times a day. Fear of missing the bus, fear of facing the tough client, fear of jumping in the pool, fear of starting a new business, and more. More often than not, we let this emotion rule our senses and […]

Food Insecurity In Restaurants

Do you know our everyday eating habits and food choices can have a major, long-lasting impact on our environment? Food seems simple. Prepare it, serve it, then consume it. But where does the food go if you don’t like it or don’t finish it in time? The trash. This is the same situation for restaurants. […]

What You (Not School) Should Teach Your Children: Morning Habits

In previous posts, I wrote about the importance of focus, sleep, and listening. This time, I’d like to share some morning routines which will power children through the rest of their day. These habits are good for adults as well. 1. Do a morning workout Right after you wake up and get out of bed, […]

Vitamin D For Kids: What to Know

The biggest difference between the children of decades past and children today would be the amount of time they spend playing outdoors. When many current adults were kids, we got enough vitamin D from running around in the sun. Today, children don’t often go outside. When they do, parents slather sunscreen on their skin and/or […]

The Importance of Cooking With Kids

There are many benefits to teaching your child how to cook at a young age. Learning is an important life skill, but cooking teaches them many other confidence-boosting skills such as how to properly use a knife, how to follow a recipe and understand measurements, and how nutrition works. It can also expand their palate […]

Is Tap Water Safe to Drink? What’s In It & Other Options

Many of us drink water straight from the tap at home and at restaurants. We know that it’s safe to drink tap water in most regions of America. Some of us may wonder where it comes from or what is in it but never bothered to dig for more information. Here, we will discuss tap […]

Why Do We Celebrate International Women’s Day?

Every year on March 8th, we celebrate International Women’s Day. But why do we celebrate it? For most, it’s just been something we’ve been doing for years. With the rise of social media, the occasion has become a commonly used hashtag. Why is This Day Important? After the Socialist Party of America organized a Women’s […]

Three Keys to An Abundant Garden

Last year took everyone by surprise and society had to re-invent their schedules. Thus, many people had begun to explore new hobbies. How many of us considered introducing ourselves to eco-friendly activities that would help reduce the carbon footprint of our beloved home, the earth? Benefits of Gardening Gardening is considered one of the best […]

What You (Not School) Should Teach Your Children: Good Sleep

Sleep is still the most undervalued aspect of our health. Everyone, whether they are an adult, a teenager, or a child, should prioritize sleep and know about the risks of sleep deprivation. Below, we’ll briefly go into why sleep is crucial and cover some science-based tips to help you and your children get good sleep. […]