I spend most of my days reading and researching self-help books and non-fiction, but every now and then I need a piece of juicy fiction to take me away on an armchair vacation. I was gifted a copy of THE ITALIAN PARTY by Christina Lynch (St. Martin's Press; on-sale March 20), and it sounded intriguing. Set in the 1950’s it follows the story of Michael and Scottie ... Read the Post
Four Easy Ways To Be Mindful
Living in the present is vitally important, but it’s not something that everyone can do. Mindfulness is about engaging with the present and enjoying it instead of worrying about anything and everything else that is happening. It can be a hard idea to get started with, but once you do, you’ll see that it is how you should be living. Here are some easy ways to be mindful. Eat Well ... Read the Post
3 Ways to be Happy at Work
Work is somewhere you spend a lot of your time, so ensuring you get the most of it creates a better outlook on life in general. If you dread that Monday morning feeling or are unmotivated to do a job, it can start to affect your emotions and wellbeing both in the workplace and at home. There are many external factors we face during the day that could set us on the path to negativity, but ... Read the Post
Seven Ways To Grieve Healthily
In different countries, the mourning process varies wildly, but one thing never changes is grief. Grief affects everyone and can make life very difficult for those left behind after a loved one dies. It’s important to understand that grief is natural and normal and that it shouldn’t be ignored. Grief can even be a healthy, cathartic process. Here are some ways to grieve healthily which ... Read the Post
How to Plan the Perfect Road Trip
The perfect road trip allows you to soak up the scenery and eat up the miles at your leisure, in a blissful drive along one of the many ribbons of road that cut through monochrome desert plains and imposing mountain ranges. Whether you’re undertaking the road trip of a lifetime or spending the journey showing off the beautiful country to your little ones, this pain-free and stress-free ... Read the Post
How to Pack for a Weekend Trip
Packing for a weekend trip isn’t that difficult, and you will know how much you need to pack relating to your destination and your preference. However, there are a few things that you need to know when packing for a short trip. The most important thing to remember is that you need to pack all the essential things you need, and then think carefully about whether you need to pack the rest of it or ... Read the Post