Whether you like relaxing by the beach, skiing down the slopes or going to amusement parks, it’s important to make time to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Easier said than done, right? With appointments, deadlines, and everyday demands, it’s easy to forget what it means to take a breather. Here are six suggestions to relax your mind so you can really unwind: 1. Put down the Technology For some of us, our iPhones are like members of the family. You play your ga

I think one of the most valuable things my parents taught me by example, is that you need to have hobbies. So often we do things for others to make them happy or make their lives easier, and that is a wonderful thing. But, you need to do the same for yourself by finding something you really love (your hobby) and making time to not only do that but enjoy it! No guilt allowed for taking time for yourself. It will enrich your life...I promise! Hobbies are integral parts of our l

Just imagine an eight-year-old sitting in a classroom of 25 kids. There’s a basketball game going on outside the window, her friend is whispering something to her, and someone’s chair is making a scraping noise. Filtering out all these stimuli and focusing on what her teacher is saying is called selective attention. Focusing or refocusing after you’ve been distracted is a complex ability that develops as kids grow. How long the average grade-two student should be able to pay

You might snack on bananas for breakfast or on your way to a meeting because you know that they’re good for you. But bananas have loads more to offer you than just lowering your blood pressure and keeping your energy intact. Here are surprising things bananas can do for you. 1. They tenderize your meat dish. Some tropical countries use banana leaves to wrap meat when it’s cooking so that it turns out nice and soft. But you can also use the actual banana during this process.

Sometimes life can be overwelming. Sometimes you just need a break...to breathe...to rejuvenate. You cannot participate in the give and take that every relationship needs when you are empty inside. Find something that sings to your soul, that makes you feel whole again and DO that. Another life enricher for me is essential oils. Let nature bring you peace. Discover oils that are essential for a reason – they boost your mood, revitalize your skin, ease an upset tummy, help you

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