Don’t Just Travel the World: Immerse Yourself in the Culture!
What is Just Sadness and What is Depression?
Are You Getting Enough Sleep? The Impact of Poor Sleep Hygiene
Why You Can’t Dismiss Stress and How to Recognize the Source of Stressors
Agreement and Accountability: Long-Distance Gym Buddies Make Exercise Fun!
Moving Out of State: New Family Dynamics, Homesickness, and the Beauty of Growth
I was always the girl who proudly informed everyone she would move out of state for college. I dreamed of a life away from Florida, away from all the swamps and the flatness of its terrain. I disliked the intense heat that accompanied its summers and all the...
A Foodie Reminisces Over Family Recipes that Fuel Her Passion on National Cooking Day
Spicy Vodka Pasta, Charred Burgers, Chicken with Mixed Greens, and a side of warm Brussels Sprouts! All of these make my mouth water, and why wouldn't they? They are exquisite meals with many different spices and flavors. As you can tell by my mere excitement...
Gestures of Appreciation: Putting it All in Perspective This World Gratitude Day
September 21 is World Gratitude Day! I didn’t know that there was a specific day dedicated to recognizing the importance of gestures of thanks and appreciation until very recently. However, I love the idea of this day because it reminds us to take a step back from...
Have a Third Place? Identify Your “Home Away from Home” Spot and Boost Your Wellness
As kids, there was always somewhere to go that never got old. Whether it was the neighborhood playground, the public library, or a friend's house – an exciting, stress-relieving place besides school and home existed. As adults, the cycle of going from work to home...
The Jambalaya Recipe That Earned This New Englander a Compliment as a “Southerner”
“Only a southerner can make Jambalaya this good!” said the man at our church Mardi Gras party after he tasted my creation (I took a basic jambalaya recipe and made my own changes – and it was a huge success). “Oh,” I replied, “and I’m from Massachusetts.” I take...
HER-Self Care: Listen to Your Body, It’s Saying, “Putting You First is Okay!”
Fifteen-page term papers, ten-minute presentations, three club meetings, and deciding which party to attend this weekend? College can be a stressful time for so many people. The best way to describe it sometimes is as if you are watching an hourglass continue to...
The Lovely Simple Things of Home: The Power of Gratitude
This summer, after a tough school year full of noise, something always on the to-do list, and endless obligations, I found solace in the silence, love, and certainty of home. I could count on home, and because of its slow pace and routine took notice of the simple...
Fostering a Supportive Workplace for Grieving Employees
August 30th marks National Grief Awareness Day, a day that brings to light a topic often uncomfortable and unfortunately overlooked, particularly within the workplace. As of August 1, 2023, the global death toll due to the coronavirus alone has exceeded 6 million,...
The Journey from Girlhood to Womanhood in Community: Sharing My Barbie™ The Movie Experience
As I walked with my twin sister through a sea of pink into the theater, the hype around Barbie™ The Movie could hardly be contained let alone ignored. Mothers and daughters posed in front of the Barbie™ box for photo ops in matching outfits. A group of older women...
The Emotional Quotient and Tolerance Threshold: A Conversation About Indian Women’s Mental Health
Family is an essential aspect of Indian culture. Children take care of their parents when they are too old to care for themselves. Having an adult child continue to live with parents after they begin working is not unusual. We have each other’s backs not only...
Prioritizing Real-Life Relationships Over Online Connections for a Digital Detox
It feels ironic to write an article with a title like this, considering I'm a Digital Marketer. My work revolves around establishing businesses online and managing their digital presence. As you might have guessed, being offline can impact various aspects of my...
The Mysteries and Superstitions of Black Cats
August 17 celebrates National Black Cat Appreciation Day, which should not be confused with National Cat Day. On this date, we specifically celebrate the black cat. Today we love black cats, at least the majority of us do. To prove that statement one only has to...
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