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Jan 24, 2025 | 
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By Karen EspigWe are about to complete the first quarter-century of the new millennium! That is quite a few trips around the sun for our little planet, but how much have you seen of it in your lifetime? Maybe 2025 is the year you should tick some more places off your bucket list. One of the 2025 travel trends is to vacay in a big way by taking in an epic event. I’ve rounded up a few epic travel destinations that hit the mark.
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Jan 10, 2025 | 
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By Karen EspigWhen eating out, do you want to add a little atmosphere or attitude to your lunch or dinner? Eateries with a theme in decor or philosophy can add flavour to your experience and be especially fun for group events–big or small. Prominent themed restaurants in America like Planet Hollywood (which opened in New York City in 1991) or Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville (born in 1987 in Key West, Florida) make dining out even more fun.
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Nov 15, 2024 | 
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By Karen EspigJust in case you need a little extra incentive to use up those vacation days, it seems the health benefits of travel could leave you feeling younger, happier, and physically healthier! If you are like me and enjoy hitting the road, you could be doing yourself a favour in more ways than one. There are several components of good and balanced health, and travel may just be one of them. Let’s look at the evidence.
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Oct 27, 2024 | 
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By Karen EspigThese days, we are more conscious of focusing on our wellness and mental health. Unfortunately, there are many self-care myths out there, and retail therapy is one of the most popular. One issue with spending your way to joy is that it typically only provides a temporary quick fix. It can also add to your problems. Let’s examine the dynamics and consequences in more detail and then explore some more effective options for self-care.
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Oct 2, 2024 | 
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By Karen EspigNo matter how complex, technological and digital the world we find ourselves in becomes, one thing remains unchanged. That is the power and timelessness of music. Songs of our youth fill us with memories. Songs about love give us hope. The joy of dance connects us to friends and strangers alike. We often share our favourite songs with those we love. We also share them with those who we want to know and understand us better.
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Aug 25, 2024 | 
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By Karen EspigHustle culture is not a new concept; it is the American Dream on steroids. It is the idea that if you work hard and persevere, you can achieve whatever you define as success—a good education, a sense of fulfilment, a home of your own, a level of comfort, etc. At its best, it may indeed bring you success, but it also carries the potential to lead to burnout or a breakdown.
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Aug 5, 2024 | 
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By Karen EspigIf you want to tame or straighten your curls, seal in colour, or add extra shine to your locks, a keratin treatment might be for you! And, great news: it doesn’t just last a day or two; depending on the treatment and the follow-up care, it can last for weeks or even months!Want to learn more about this easy care technique that could save you hours of styling and hair care?
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Aug 4, 2024 | 
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By Karen EspigCortisol, aka the “stress hormone,” can have serious effects on physical and mental health when elevated. When stressed, cortisol levels rise, and chronic stress keeps the levels up, which has long-term effects. So, keeping your cortisol levels in check is a good idea if you want to stay healthy. Here’s a guide to five healthy habits that can help you lower cortisollevels and bring your body and mind back into balance.
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Jul 28, 2024 | 
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By Karen EspigI will write this article speaking directly to the pregnant parent, but of course, partners need to be involved in the conversation. If you are pregnant and have concerns regarding the wisdom of having sex with your partner, the general advice is to go for it unless you have been advised otherwise by your medical practitioner. In a low-risk, progressing normal pregnancy, not only is there no risk to the growing foetus, but there are several benefits.
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Jun 28, 2024 | 
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By Karen EspigEmbarking on a road trip through Italy is an adventure of a lifetime. But where do you start? To help you out, I’ve divided it into three exciting circuits to make it more manageable, with each offering a unique and thrilling experience. Your journey begins at an airport, where you can pick up your car and go on a road trip like no other. Or, if you have your own vehicle, you can access Italy by road or ferry from many different entry points in the adjacent countries.
