We’ve all been there: hearing or seeing about an amazing opportunity or event in someone else’s life and having a sinking feeling in the pit of our stomach. The feeling is simple: I’m missing out. It’s even got an acronym now, FOMO or Fear of Missing Out. But how do we deal with this feeling […]

Zen Buddhism brings to mind images of orange-clad men with shaven heads sitting in a meditation pose or peaceful ponds full of lotus flowers. However it is also a philosophy of life and inner development that can assist greatly in your day-to-day life. Here are seven principles of Zen that can benefit your life. 1. […]

When stress adds up it can become a huge burden. It can literally weigh you down physically with the strain of tired muscles and drooping eyes. You just want to throw in the towel: we’ve all been there. Fortunately there are some ways to bounce back and de-stress. Here are eight good strategies for decreasing […]

Salad has got to be one of the greatest inventions of human history. It’s easy to make, delicious and good for you. However, not all salads were created equal. There’s a lot more out there than your basic green salad. Here’s a guide to five great salads everyone needs to try. 1. Avocado, Tomato and […]

There are times when all of us want nothing more than a delicious snack. That’s when we reach for the chips, or the pretzels or the over-salted snack mix. But snacks don’t always have to be high in carbohydrates. Here are eight delicious and surprisingly low-carbohydrate snacks that are easy to buy and make. Low-Carb […]

There are times in life that are just downright lonely. Maybe you moved to a new town and don’t know anyone yet, or your old friends and relatives have moved away and you’re finding a lot of time alone is wearing on you. Loneliness is about more than just being physically alone: it’s about not […]