It's almost that time of year again when the pollen starts to fly, animals begin to lose their winter fluff, and the allergies start to kick in. For many people, this means a season of sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny noses. However, if you're one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, don't despair. There are ways to fight back! Here we will discuss four strategies that can … [Read more...]
22 Ways To Regain Control Of Your Mental Health in 2022
As the new year approaches, millions of people are currently looking for ways to improve their lives in 2022. Perhaps now more than ever, the focus should be on regaining control of your mental health. After all, the past two years have caused more strain than ever before. Thankfully, small steps can make a big difference. Here are 22 simple ideas that can lead you to improve mental health in … [Read more...]
15 Ways to Take Control of Your Life and Be Happy!
It’s safe to say that our lives don’t always go to plan. And they don’t always feel that enjoyable or on track at all times. Yet, the negatives times that we do experience, don’t have to be permanent - not do they have to repeat. In fact, you can choose to live a good life. To be happy. To do all of the things that you’ve always wanted to do with your life. But, in order to do that, you must … [Read more...]
How to raise a well-adjusted confident child
Everybody wants to think that their children will grow up well-adjusted. All parents make mistakes, no matter how hard you might try not to, but that doesn't have to prevent you from raising generally well-adjusted kids. The world is difficult to face, but you can give your children the tools and the outlook to help them navigate it all. You can't protect them from everything, but you can make it … [Read more...]
Pear Cranberry & Walnut Bread
Pear Cranberry And Walnut Bread Pear is a wonderful Fall fruit which is often neglected due to the abundance of Apples and other stone fruits during this season. However, you will be amazed to see how many different kinds of Pears are available in the market, and how each one has a unique taste and texture. Anjou, Asian, Bartlett, Bosc, Concorde, Comice and Seckel are the most common varieties, … [Read more...]
Deliciously Healthy Banana Bread Smoothie
Could you ever imagine that these two words - 'healthy' and 'milkshake' could be used in the same sentence? I couldn't either, until I created this delicious recipe 2 days ago. Originally intending to use my over-ripe banana to bake Banana Bread, I instead ended up creating this thickshake that you can indulge in, so aptly named as Banana Bread Milkshake, without worrying about an overload of … [Read more...]
Great tips for self-care and mental wellness
The last year has, for obvious reasons, had us all considering a different flow of life, one that has demanded a great deal of change in how we go about things. Yet it’s also made us more reliant and able to work with alternatives, and if we focus on that, then even coming back to normality can be aided and guided by a few techniques and tips we’ve learned. For this reason, it’s important to … [Read more...]
What garden style will be best for you?
There an array of garden plans and designs available nowadays, often making it exciting yet tricky when deciding which one is the best for you. Before coming to a decision regarding the look of your garden, you need to take the time and effort to put in some essential planning. There are a whole host of factors that need to be considered when deciding on garden plans and designs, and so it is … [Read more...]
How To Keep Your House Warm Without Breaking The Budget
Does your house get cold in the winter? The usual suggestions to keep your house warmer, such as adding insulation, double-glazing, or a new boiler, are all very expensive. If you’re on a stricter budget you don’t have to just put up with the cold at home though. Here are some wallet-friendly ways to stay warm this winter, some of which can also improve your carbon footprint. Use Tin … [Read more...]
DIY Christmas Gift – Hot Cocoa Mix-In-a-Jar
I spent the last two hours browsing the internet for Christmas gifts, and boy, it is hard work! Luckily, I have to do this only for the kids on the list. For all the adults, I can just use my culinary skills to create edible foodie gifts that they can enjoy during the holiday season. I was very keen on doing a gift-in-a-jar kind of thing this season. So instead of packing cookies or candies in a … [Read more...]