Struggling with motivation to achieve your goals? A shift in perspective can go a long way. Dream big, they say. But of what use is dreaming when you don’t have a plan? A dream is an end product, a conclusion, an accomplishment itself. It’s usually something that requires consistency and…

What you say has the potential to make, or ruin someone’s day. A simple act of kindness has the ability to transform lives. I recently listened to an incredibly harrowing yet insightful TED talk, given by Aaron Stark. In the 7 and a half minutes of his speech, he explains…

And the same goes for self-help books, online blogs, tutorials, and how-to guides. In the 21st century, information is abundant. To the degree that almost anything that you wish to know is available using just a few taps. Isn’t that wonderful? …

If you saw your friend going too deep into the water, you’d save them right away. But what about when they’re drowning in despair? Emotions are difficult to deal with. The worst of times pass, but if there’s one thing that will never leave our company, it’s our emotions. At…

A big part of learning how to behave isn’t simply knowing what to do, but more importantly, knowing what NOT to do. Our behaviours and actions, however subtle they may be, are influenced by our thoughts, which in turn, are a result of our environment, upbringing, and life circumstances; none…

It’s not just sweaty palms and a pounding heart — anxiety can take mysterious forms. Sweaty palms, a pounding heart, and a sudden feeling of being extremely aware of the present moment — things we’ve all felt just before an important exam or a life-changing event. But anxiety is a…

This is not an article on health — you’ve read plenty of those. This is an article on food — especially good food. We need good food. Yes, being healthy and having a balanced diet is important, but at what cost? At what cost are we being overly cautious and…

Umm, hold on, I’ve just gotta think about the time when…when was it again? Sorry, am I boring you? A big part of making sure others listen to you is to stop being boring. You may not even realize that your style of speaking is perpetually monotonous, but over time…

Does religion prevent villainy or cause conflict? Do religions keep us from becoming villains? Some would argue so. Others would say that in turn, the presence of several religions, each with their own beliefs and ideologies, creates room for conflict. …