Five Empowering Procrastination Tips

Five Empowering Procrastination Tips

Diet & Fitness / Mind & Body

Author: Deon Du Plessis One of the most destructive effects of procrastination is the fact that it makes you feel out of control. Procrastination is like an ‘invisible force’ that keeps you from doing the very things you know you must do. With the increasing demands on our time and…

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Scale Back on the Weigh-ins?

Scale Back on the Weigh-ins?

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

There are many different schools of thought on the concept of daily weigh-ins. While some weight loss experts believe it can actually hinder, not help, the losing process, others promote the idea of stepping on the scale every day. A study conducted by the University of Minnesota showed that people…

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Safe Beauty Treatments During Pregnancy

Safe Beauty Treatments During Pregnancy

Moms / Mom Tips

If you’re used to primping and polishing your skin, hair and body in order to look your best, then you may wonder if you can keep up all that maintenance when you’re pregnant. And even more important, whether or not certain beauty treatments are safe. The good news is that…

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Dieting and Food Allergies

Dieting and Food Allergies

Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating

by Jen Silard As a hypoglycemic and gluten, dairy, and chemical preservative-intolerant woman pursuing a personal trainer’s license and Health and Wellness Counseling certification, I can say with full confidence that it is entirely possible to maintain and/or cultivate healthy eating habits while dealing with food allergies. From personal experience…

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The Devastating Effects of Homophobia

The Devastating Effects of Homophobia

Love / Love Tips

Sometimes it may seem like the world is taking two steps forward and one step back when it comes to granting rights to all citizens, regardless of sexual orientation. Gay marriage is legal in the United States, but some states still attempt to enact laws that indirectly cosign homophobia and…

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Slippery When Wet: Water Play for Partners

Slippery When Wet: Water Play for Partners

Love / Intimacy

Water is sensual. It feels good against your skin, you’re half or fully naked, and there’s no need for lubrication. What more could you ask for? If you have a difficult time thinking of something new, don’t worry. We have some of the best sex moves to make in water….

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Let’s Get Moving!

Let’s Get Moving!

Moms / Activities

When it comes to physical activity, every little bit counts! LET’S GET MOVING month is designed to get you and your child to become more physically active. Children are less physically fit than they were a generation ago. In fact, inactive children, when compared to active children, weigh more and…

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