Written by Rebecca Reinhart Life has a way of throwing us curveballs, challenging our strength, and leaving us in need of healing. Whether it’s physical, emotional, or spiritual, healing is a profound process that allows us to mend our wounds and rediscover our inner balance. Stepping into healing is a transformative journey, requiring courage, self-compassion, and an unwavering commitment to self-care. Let’s explore the profound and empowering experience of stepping into healing, and how it can lead to a renewed sense of wholeness and well-being. Embracing Vulnerability The first step in step ..read more

Tips for the wee hour wakers from a recovered insomniac and sleep coach Written by Jillian Mariani Waking up in the middle of the night is not fun, but is a pretty common thing – especially since the pandemic. Most of us actually wake a few times each night, as we cycle through the 4 stages of sleep, but we don’t remember waking, because we slip right back into sleep easily. But if you are waking at 2AM (or another time), tossing and turning and really struggling to get back to sleep, it can be incredibly frustrating, and really mess up your focus and ability to function and feel good the next ..read more

Written by Kristin Berry As women, there are a thousand obstacles we can plan for and often an equal number of surprises we could never anticipate, but those can usually be tackled with a Google search and some grit, determination, and hard work. Even a few surprises are manageable using proven methods and step-by-step logic. But some challenges can come out of nowhere and bring you to your knees. My name is Kristin Berry, and I founded La Bonne Fille Fine Tea Company. I want to share with you the most significant challenge I’ve ever faced and how I’ve persevered and kept building my company i ..read more

Written by Sophia ‘SoJay” Jackson Yes, adults colour. If you’re reading this and thinking, “Of course adults should colour”, this will be further validation for you. If you think that colouring is only for kids – this is especially for you! Colouring is Art Therapy Many of us have heard or read that art therapy has amazing benefits. It only stands to reason that colouring is also beneficial, because it is a form of art. Colouring is one of the first and simplest ways many of us created our first artistic masterpiece. I am pretty sure your masterpiece was displayed on a fridge or a wall in your ..read more

Written by Serena Pawluk If being a “people” person is part of who you are, it’s likely also the main reason why most of us in the HR profession make the decision to get into human resources – we love people! We love to see people grow, thrive, and be at their best. What many outside of human resources do not know, or possibly do not realize, is that it can be quite stressful to be an HR Professional. Most people will say that HR is there for the people, but who is there for HR? According to an article in livingtalentus.com, a survey of over 16,000 HR professionals shows that 79% of HR employe ..read more

Walking on a regular basis is by far one of the simplest ways to get yourself moving daily. It’s a fantastic way to give your body a cardio workout, and it has a host of healthy benefits for your mind, body and soul. Even if you have a busy lifestyle, walking just 2 hours each week – or about 15-20 minutes each day – can help to reduce your risk of disease and health issues. Here are 8 benefits to keep in mind to help encourage you to go out for a walk: Walking Is On Your Terms There’s virtually no place on the planet that you can’t opt to walk – around your home, in an office stairwell, arou ..read more

Written by Elaine Kapogines Everyone makes mistakes when they’re first starting out. Here are 5 mistakes that people often make when pitching a story idea to the media through email, and helpful tips on how you can avoid them. MISTAKE #1 Not Double Checking Spelling and Grammar We’ve all done it at some point, but if there’s ever a time you want to double and triple check these things, it’s when you’re sending a pitch to the media. Journalists and editors are nothing if not language experts (i.e. grammar nerds), so most will have zero tolerance for obvious mistakes. If you’re an author, this ..read more

Susie Beghin wants to give children the best start in life. It’s why she founded Alpha’s Discovery Kids in 2012, a daycare and preschool dedicated to providing quality education and a positive learning environment. Within bright and cheerful classrooms and outdoor exploration spaces, little ones participate in Alpha’s Discovery Kids’ enriched curriculum, designed to develop the whole child. Susie shares the foundation of Alpha’s Discovery Kids’ beloved and celebrated inquiry-based curriculum in her new book, Learn to Play: The Four Pillars Learning System. LEARN MORE ABOUT ALPHA’S DISCOVERY K ..read more

Balance is often a moving target. One week it’s great and others prove more challenging with both work and home-life responsibilities competing for time and energy. Balance can be thought of as more a spectrum, rather than a constantly shifting scale. It isn’t just about having more time to spend for self-care or with your family – it’s also about being smart with your time. There can never be true balance, but as long as the effort is made on all fronts, successful ‘flow’ can be found! Here are five areas to help you find work-life harmony: Organize Your TimeStreamline similar activities toge ..read more

Written by Nikky Starrett Unique custom gifts can be a wonderful way to integrate branded or personalized goods into your everyday marketing routine, and it showcases your values and personality while supporting local small businesses. The tips below will help you hire the right maker in a way that makes it easy for everyone. STEP 1: Do Your Research Begin by brainstorming potential items that fit your needs and then getting to know the small businesses available to you. This may include makers in your neighbourhood or anywhere within the country. The product will define your proximity and tha ..read more