I was a social media addict and didn’t know it until I quit
Since deleting social media, I sleep better, I’m more fit, more emotionally stable, get more done and I’ve grown into a more mature person.
Category: Life
The side of the Me Too Movement that no one wants to talk about — Are false accusations taken seriously?
In the midst of numerous celebrities and powerful men being called out for alleged abuse, what happens when an innocent person falsely accused?
How rape culture normalizes sexual assault
How some of our societal norms can harm women and girls
Planning your next vacation? Here’s why Puerto Vallarta should be next on your list
A glimpse into this small authentic city, along with white sand beaches and margaritas of course!
How a new device got me moving and saved my mental health
With more and more people struggling with mental health issues, there are a lot more ways to cope and heal.
Social media reinforces diet culture, warping how we think about food
With summer on its way, and the need for that summer body, don’t let social media impact your intake of food.
From shattered to strong: my race against time on a healing knee
If you’ve ever hit a low moment on an injury, learn to flip the situation in your own head: turn This is where I end, into, This is my starting point.
Heavy Metal has had a negative reputation for years. We should put an end to the stereotype surrounding those who listen to the music.
Psychologists have concluded that heavy metal music may not be as harmful as many adults believe. It can actually be good for when you are upset.
Infographic: The disproportionate impact COVID-19 has on the mental health of Indigenous people
Indigenous communities face many complications and limitations which makes things much harder during the pandemic.
Why does this generation have higher rates of mental illness?
Lots of cases of mental illness has been diagnosed and it’s a major incline from a few decades ago.
Apocalyptic fiction has lessons for surviving the pandemic
Two YA novel series, The Maze Runner and Gone, narrate the kind of story we are already a part of..
Effects of COVID-19 for seniors in long term facilities
Seniors in care homes are struggling with the pandemic because they can’t see their loved ones.
What is the best mask for you?
How different elements play a part in the right mask selection.
Why I stopped watching Riverdale
It took some serious convincing from a straight white girl with no taste, to convince me to watch season four.
Loot boxes may lead to gambling addiction, but developers call them “Quite ethical and quite fun”
Multiple countries have banned or restricted loot boxes, labeling them as gambling.
These three cat breeds act just like dogs!
For dog people, owning a bengal, abyssinian or maine coon cat, might change their minds and perspective about cats
A trip from Vancouver, Canada to Busan, South Korea during Covid-19 crisis
As Covid-19 continues spreading all around the world, moving from one country to another, isn’t easy as it sounds
Downtown Vancouver is a great place for photography
The mixture of city and nature provides a lot of interesting photo opportunities in Vancouver, even if the weather doesn’t always cooperate.
The iPhone cannibalizing all other cameras, but don’t count them out
The iPhone is getting better and the world of photography is changing.
Surviving a road trip
Long rides in a car can be dreadful at times, but the experience and stories created are undoubtedly well worth it.
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