By Heather Burt
“I wish I could just press a button and make this go away!” Whether “this” is something physical or psychological (or both), chances are you’ve made such a wish at some point in your life. The proverbial magic button may not exist—if only!—but proponents of EFT (emotional freedom technique) have discovered something that often comes … Continued
By Carole Ames
The word retirement can elicit a variety of emotional responses and images. Regardless of whether you yearn for it, cringe at the thought of it, or realize you haven’t yet considered it, read on to get your creative juices flowing―this is a change in life that can be leveraged to your advantage! What are we … Continued
You can’t see them, but microplastics “are ubiquitous across ecosystems,” warn researchers at Fisheries and Oceans Canada. They found that you likely eat and drink approximately 50,000 microplastic particles a year and breathe in up to 70,000 particles annually. Microplastics might be tiny, but they pose a huge risk—and innovative entrepreneurs are working to solve … Continued
By Dylan Gyles
Life is expensive these days. North Americans are paying more than ever before for everyday essentials, including everything from groceries to data plans. If you’ve been feeling the financial squeeze this year, we’ve collected nine money-saving hacks that will help you get your spending under control and start saving. Do a subscription audit Chances are, … Continued
Every day, Canadians toss materials into their recycling bins to do their part for the environment. This collective action demonstrates a shared commitment to living sustainably, reducing waste sent to landfill, and conserving natural resources. Yet, despite our best efforts, it can be difficult to recycle properly, as rules are different everywhere and what actually … Continued