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My childhood home was always full of noise, laughter and love. Being one of five with a whole host of exchange students and borders always around, I learned how to negotiate with others, mediate between them, and generally march to my own little drummer early

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Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss Tips for exercising even when you don't have time: 4 of 39
Tips for Exercising Even When You Don't Have Time Too often we approach life from an "all-or-nothing" state of mind, and this can have far reaching effects on our goals if we let it. "It is one of the most common obstacles to fitness that I see with clients who work out on their own", says Janet Hughes, a Personal Trainer an... More..
Health & Fitness > Emotional Health & Wellbeing The happier life guide: Always make time for yourself: 4 of 22
There are days when I wish I could remember what life was like when I was 2 years old. When following my own agenda was the only option. When doing what I wanted to do was the biggest priority in life. And when saying "NO" was easy! When did all that go away? When did I become last on my list of priorities? And how do I chan... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Giving yourself the gift of sleep: 4 of 20
Many factors influence our overall health and fitness. In North America, we tend to focus on the two most obvious, food and exercise. But many other aspects of our lives must be considered as well if optimal health is to be achieved. Hydration, supplementation, stress levels, social networks and support, and one of the most ... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy The importance of reading: 13 of 62
The Importance of Reading My youngest brother and I are about 9 years apart in age. So while I am now entering my 30's he is still experiencing the excitement of his early 20's and all that graduating from college brings with it. I was always a high-ranking student during my academic career, while my brother has struggled al... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Best exercise for a tighter, firmer rear end: 8 of 23
Best Exercise for a Tighter, Firmer Rear End Everyone wants to look great, right? You spend time on your hair and makeup; on picking out a great outfit with just the right shoes; add some jewelry to top the look off. But have you ever considered how you look from behind? For most of us the answer is no, and that is a shame b... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Child Discipline Strategies Teaching your child to obey without physical punishment: 5 of 12
Teaching Your Child to Obey Without Physical Punishment Now I would like to state up front that I am not a parent and therefore do not really know what it is like to be in the trenches day in and day out trying your very best to raise healthy, happy children into successful, functioning adults. But I am one of 5 children who... More..
Health & Fitness > Diet & Weight Loss How to fend off holiday weight gain: 9 of 19
How to Fend off Holiday Weight Gain As the weather warms and the kids begin to finish school, you realize that the holidays are just around the corner summer holidays that is. All too often we associate holiday weight gain with the winter months. The approach of the Christmas season and New Year's celebrations put us on high... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Exercise Dangers of Rebounding (mini-trampolines): 1 of 1
Dangers of Rebounding. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> I remember playing on my mom's little trampoline when I was a kid. I actually think my sister and I used it more than she did. And like all things old, the trampoline is enjoying a resurgence of interest as a fitness tool. ... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues Can I trust nutrition information I get from newspapers and magazines?: 1 of 1
Yes, but the better question is should you? The nutritional information presented in most mainstream national newspapers and magazines has been taken from sources that are well researched and have at least some scientific backing. However to protect yourself, always look for where the information has come from, such as the e... More..
Style & Beauty > Body Image Summer beauty: Overcoming body image issues: 43 of 74
Summer Beauty: Enjoy Being Who You Are! It was a beautiful day on Saturday. In honor of the arrival of spring, I threw on my favorite tank top and a cute little skirt; popped on my open toed slings and headed off into town on some errands. Then I caught a look at myself in a storefront window and was horrified who was that w... More..