A little advice here, a story or two there and some ways to improve your own.
People who maintain a regular yoga practice talk about physical and mental benefits it has on their lives, but from the outside looking in, yoga can be intimidating. Mirrored rooms of thin girls/fit men in tight clothes/minimal clothes bending themselves into positions that don’t seem comprehensible. Against all odds, I still found my way to…
Are you a Canadian citizen living abroad during the upcoming federal election? Did you know you can still vote? You can with the Elections Canada special ballot. You can use the special ballot if you are: In the Canadian forces, If you will not be in your riding on election day (due to travel inside…
For most people, it was trying to get in those mandated hours before high school graduation, or doing it to make you more appear more “well-rounded” on your college applications. But the days of being “volun-told” to give back are over – you can willingly choose to contribute to your community! Now you’re feeling settled…
Growing up, people often tell you your 20s (and I’d imagine your 30s) are supposed to be the best time of your life. You’ll never have the freedom of your 20s ever again people matter-of-factly cajole you, leading you to believe that once you’re down the yellow brick road of your teen years there will…
The election campaigns are in full swing and the candidates are on the trail for the 42nd Canadian Federal Election. You will have seen the signs, watched the ads and heard some chatter around the water cooler about the party leaders. October 19, 2015 will mark the end of the 77 days of campaigning for…
Saying ‘I do’ is an exciting time – but we all know that it wouldn’t be the same without your squad standing beside you! Although the months leading up to your wedding can be exhausting – it’s always comforting to know that your friends and family are willing to lend a hand. Here are a…
Planning the perfect bachelorette event for the bride can be one of life’s biggest struggles, but it really shouldn’t be. Think about your bride. What does she like to do? What is her favourite food? Is she a going out girl or does she prefer to stay in? Does she have a large group of…
When’s the last time you cleaned up your social media accounts? Public or private, you should be taking a look back and checking out if the things you posted or were tagged in should still be visible to anyone – yourself included. I’m going to assume that everyone knows who has access to their accounts,…
A city always has its exciting key tourist attractions to visit – those places that make all the guide books and ‘best of’ lists. But if you want an authentic trip, are new to a city, or just don’t get out much, you’ve got to find out where the locals spend their time. Those places…
I’ve worked in my fair share of offices: open, small, shared, loud, serious, fun, awesome, terrible, doomed, poor, rich …you name the office type, I’ve worked there. If you’re thinking, “What the hell? You are young-ish, why have you had so many jobs?” Then my answer would be, “I always get too drunk at the…