Even at an early age, I knew there was something different about my grandfather. He was the only grandpa I had ever known, as my mother’s father had passed away before I was born. To me, my grandfather was a… read more
Mind Matters
The Secrets and Scents Behind Aromatherapy
No one likes to feel sick or tired, but what if you could relieve your aches and pains using just your sense of smell. Aromatherapy is just such a practice, and if you find yourself feeling stressed after a long… read more
Tips For Keeping a Clean House With Messy Roommates
Everyone who's needed that extra person to split the rent harbors some sort of horror story or “war flashback” to past living situations. Perhaps their random roommate said they’d foster a dog for a couple weeks and ended up keeping… read more
How Do You Boost Your Mental Health With Exercise?
When someone is stressed or in anguish, they may take a walk to help clear their head. Well, it turns out that research has shown that aerobic exercise benefits more than just physical fitness. It also can boost your mental… read more
Is Having a Pet-Friendly Workplace a Good Idea?
When feeling stressed, many people would say that cuddling with their furry friend seems to cure all ills. A lick on the nose from your hound or a gentle nuzzle from your tabby cat has been shown to lower stress… read more
National Stress Awareness Day: How Can You Manage Stress?
Stress is a natural part of the human experience. It alerts us, drives us to work harder and makes us care about things. Stress is not always bad, but too much stress can cause serious health issues including increased blood… read more
Try Yoga At Home For Free With Down Dog
Missing your yoga studio in quarantine? All Down Dog apps are free until May 1 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to allow yogis to practice yoga at home. Down Dog is a yoga training app that personalizes your flow… read more
Coping With the Loss of Your Furry Companion
Dealing with the loss of a pet is not easy. They are not just animals; they are also friends and an integral part of many families. Grief is inevitable, and it looks different for each person. When trying to deal… read more
Train Your Brain With Fun Games
Many of us spend time on our physical fitness, but are we doing the same for our mind? Science has proven that there are brain exercises that can help keep our minds sharp as a preventive factor for age-related cognitive… read more
Speaking the Language(s) of Love
Everyone approaches relationships differently. People come from different backgrounds with different perspectives, different expectations and different likes and dislikes. However, just about everyone is searching for the same thing: love. Everyone needs love — in fact our human nature requires… read more
