Celebrate the Day Motion Pictures Were Born!
December 28th is National Short Film Day. The Film Movement organization recognized this day in 2019. The history of short films started December 28, 1895, when the Lumiere brothers screened the first short film showcasing everyday life. After this, short films...
The Power of a Simple Thank You Note – More Than Just Good Etiquette
If gratitude were on everyone’s hearts and lips more often, the world would be a nicer place to live, work and just be. That simple yet powerful truth fits the purpose behind the designation of December 26 as National Thank You Note Day. Appropriately positioned on...
The Alone Feast: My Solo Christmas and Discovering the Greatest Gift of All
This is my first alone Christmas, all by myself, no one else. If this was a few years ago, merely the thought of an empty house without gifts or a Christmas tree would have suffocated this extremely extroverted soul. But at this moment, I'm alone and feeling...
Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Know the Subtle Signs of This Silent Killer
My neighbor John was diagnosed with lung cancer about six months ago. No, he never smoked, and he hasn’t been exposed to anything associated with sources that generally are considered to cause cancer. He did have a mark on one lung for many years, but it did...
National Day of the Horse: How Riding Leads to Connection and Camaraderie
Anyone who knows me will not be surprised to find I have “National Day of the Horse” noted on my calendar in the same manner as other national holidays. December 13 celebrates these wonderful creatures and their contribution to the world economically, historically,...
Safe Toys and Gifts Month: A Caution for Parents Purchasing Presents
This month is the season of special holidays and celebrations. This month is about giving gifts to your family and friends. It’s also about giving gifts to your significant other. Lastly, it is about parents giving gifts to their children. However, it is essential...
5 of the Best Supplements for Women and Why You May Need Them
From Vitamin B to C and all the vitamins and minerals in between, supplements can play a vital part of your health routine. Even though our main nutrition usually comes from whole foods, which doesn’t rule out supplements as a great way to get all the benefits you...
Emotional Wellness: It’s Time to Check in with Yourself!
As the holiday season is now upon us, it’s important to take the time to check in with yourself. It’s easy to put responsibilities like work and family first, so much so that you forget the last time you opened your journal! Don’t worry, here are two important ways...
Intermittent Fasting: What Is It? And Is It Safe?
By now you’ve probably heard of intermittent fasting, one of the latest and most popular rapid-acting diets in the world of fitness. But some questions you’ve had – is it safe? Does it lead to weight loss? Will it work for my body? – may come to mind. In this...
Unearth a Healthier, Happier, and More Energetic You: HNC Wellcore
We are delighted to share that Her Nexx Chapter has partnered with Wellable to launch our wellness app, HNC Wellcore. Our app offers diverse resources and tools to help women of all ages and backgrounds achieve their ideal health to balance responsibilities and...
Unwrapping the True History of Black Friday
You may have heard that "Black Friday" was named after the idea of businesses going from “in the red” (losing money) to “in the black” (profitable) thanks to post-Thanksgiving shoppers. That’s a tall tale to tell over leftovers because the phrase “Black Friday”...
Grace Personified: The Power of Gratitude, Contentment and Happiness
What is gratitude and why is it so important? Gratitude is being appreciative and thankful for the things you have in your life and is the seed of happiness. It is grace personified. When you practice gratitude, you attract and give birth to even more goodness in...
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