A strong woman can come off as intimidating. She knows what she wants in life and she’s on a mission to get it. She works hard, she’s independent and she doesn’t need a relationship to define her. While she might not need a relationship to make her happy, don’t confuse that with not wanting one.…
The well known songwriter, singer, and activist, Willie Nelson was born April 29, 1933 (he was born close to midnight, so some sources claim his birthday is the 30th). That’s right. Hard as it may be to believe, Willie Nelson is 83 years old. Willie, a Texas-native, was gifted his first guitar at 6 years…
Bitterness is a trait that can develop more easily than you might think. When people feel hurt or betrayed, or they have a bad experience, they might start to see the world more negatively, even if they don’t realize it. Holding grudges, being jealous and focusing on negativity can only bring you down. Here are…
Stretch marks can appear after weight gain, weight loss or pregnancy. There are plenty of lotions, creams, chemical peels and laser surgeries that advertise stretch mark removal. The degree of success largely depends on skin tone, age, sun damage and even diet. Some see stretch marks as a lasting sign of their journey, while others…
Aloe Vera has been used for centuries for its medicinal and healing properties. It’s a thick, short-stemmed plant that stores water in it’s leaves, and it is widely used in many beauty products. The water-filled tissue in the leaves is the gel that’s used in these products. It contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants…
We know the things that are bad for us, right? Smoking, drinking, eating processed foods… but what about not getting enough sunlight? That one has probably never crossed your mind, but according to a recently published study, sunlight deficiency may be as dangerous as smoking cigarettes. Published in the Journal of Internal Medicine, the study…
Indigenous cultures contain meaningful symbols for just about every animal you can think of. In the interest of keeping this article an article and not, y’know, a novel, I’ll stick to ‘birth animals,’ also known as the Native American zodiac. The concept is similar to that of a horoscope; the idea is that a person…
Our society focuses largely on appearances. There are creams to get rid of wrinkles, hair extensions to give you long, luxurious locks, laser treatments to eliminate cellulite… the list goes on and on. While some embrace the process of aging, others refuse to celebrate each passing birthday. Forget the strands of gray in your hair…
Have you ever felt stuck? Maybe stuck in a job you hate, stuck in an unhealthy relationship, or stuck at a point in your life where you feel like you just aren’t going anywhere? If you’re feeling this way, it means you need one thing: change. Sometimes it might be a drastic change like quitting…
While running is a popular form of cardio, it can be especially hard on the joints. There are actually a ton of exercises to burn calories and help reduce fat that are even more effective than running! If you’re looking to step up your workout routing, try one of these fat-burning moves! 1. Burpees There…
Most people will look at the picture and think, “Oh, purple and orange hearts!” But what if I told you that the hearts are actually the same color? Well, it’s true. The hearts are the same color. How does this work? Well, vision is a bit more complicated than most people think. Our eyes pick…
White clothes often don’t remain white for long. A single juice stain, coffee spill or even sweat marks can ruin white shirts, dresses and pants. Even without an accidental stain, white clothing can often start to look dull after several washes. While bleach or expensive laundry detergents might do the trick, there are in fact…
You’re probably used to teaching your dog tricks or even the basics of life like not pooping all over your carpet or waking you up during your afternoon naps. But did you know that there are several life lessons your dog can teach you as well? Nature is a wonderful thing and dogs are no…
Losing weight to keep your body healthy can be a challenge. Even when we start to see the pounds fall off, there are often stubborn spots that seem to want to hold on to extra body fat. Arms are one of those common spots for women. If your diet is on point and you’re killing…
Mikael Kjellman, design engineer, loves the outdoors. This includes biking whenever he can. However, in the country of Sweden, that not always a possibility. The cold weather alone is enough to make anyone seek refuge in their vehicle for a long or short trip. Well, Kjellman decided to design and make the PodRide, a practical…