It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered the world into one of history’s most uncertain periods. Several pessimistic economic, health and social forecasts make the uncertainty even more depressing. Nevertheless, empowering yourself for your future must continue one way or another. This way, you can leverage the pandemic’s unique circumstances to your benefit…
Many people pick their favorite precious gems based on their birthstones. But another way to find and collect a favorite is to base your gems on your personality. Colors have many meanings, and those who study auras often connect favorite gems to personality traits. This is a way to make your jewelry and rings more…
When dealing with chronic pain, many sufferers reach for the medicine cabinet to take prescription drugs or over-the-counter medication to ease the symptoms. However, medication only offers temporary relief, meaning that before long the pain will be back and you’ll be miserable once again. For those that have substance abuse problems, it’s even more…
Cancer is a disease that can affect any part of a person’s body. When people have cancer, their healthy tissue is destroyed by rapid abnormal cell growth. Symptoms can include fatigue, coughing, bleeding, bruising, nausea, and headaches. Smoking, exposure to sunlight or radiation, dietary choices, and viruses can all cause cancer, but this disease affects…
The 21st century, 2020 in particular, has brought about great changes to the way people view and engage with child development. COVID-19 has forced many parents across the United States to reconsider how they engage with and counsel their children on their goals. In the past, there was a heavy reliance on education institutions to…
As this difficult year draws to a close, the cold nights of winter will soon be upon us. But there’s always a little warmth guaranteed on those icy December nights, as Christmas gets closer, and the festive spirit takes hold. But while COVID-19 will be an unwelcome guest during the holidays, this years’ festivities may…
Viatical settlements go back farther than you might originally assume — they’ve actually been around since 1911. Since then, viatical settlements have become a great option for people to use as if they need extra funds to cover expenses towards the end of their life. Though the process of these settlements feels confusing at times,…
Everyone has a medicine cabinet at home. Maybe yours is full of general over-the-counter drugs like ibuprofen and anti-acids. Maybe you have pre-existing conditions like asthma or diabetes that require daily medication. Or maybe you’re just looking to beef up your vitamins and minerals so you take supplements. The supplement business is rapidly growing and…
Many people love being near the water, claiming that it gives them a sense of peace or helps them feel happier. While we can’t all live at a beachfront home or own a lake house, there are still some ways to be around water utilizing the space you have in your back or front yard…
Trying to stay calm during a particularly difficult discussion can always be a test of your patience. But when you are dealing with seniors you are suffering from dementia or Alzheimer’s it is important to take special care when interacting with them. While it may be easier to become frustrated and angry try to put…