The COVID-19 pandemic has forcefully made people adjust to the new normal. You have come out of your daily routine, have to work from home, you can’t meet your friends or send your kids to school. These losses are supposed to keep you safe and put a stop to the spread of COVID-19. But, it…
We probably don’t have to tell you how difficult 2020 and 2021 have been for everyone. We are living amidst a pandemic that is taking us totally off-script. In a June 2020 survey, around 13% of people reported new and increased substance use. All because of the rising COVID-19 stress. And 11% of adults reported…
Staying active is the secret ingredient to living a happy and healthy life. It helps avoid the risk of everything from heart disease to cancer. Most adults, regardless of their age, need 150 minutes of medium to intense exercise every week. It will get your heart rate up by 150 minutes. In this year’s active…
What Stresses Teachers and Parents the Most? If you do a survey to find the answer to this question, a vast majority of people would claim school safety as the main challenge. We see this challenge circulating the news every other day. According to Statista, there have been around 170 school shootings in the entire…
According to Statista, the number of older people is expected to rise 22% by 2050. It’s a massive increase from 1950 when the percentage was only 8%. Keeping in view the problems faced by old people worldwide, the United Nations designated October 1st as the International Day of Older Persons. The day is celebrated every…
Women’s Health and Fitness Day is the annual health campaign for women of all ages. It’s a unique program that witnesses the participation of local organizations all over the U.S. The day is purely focused on the significance of regular exercise and health awareness for all women. Since this day marks an important event, we…
Dwindling daylight, cooler temperatures, and aesthetically pleasing palate of reds, oranges and browns — autumn is all about cold breezes and magnificent colors. It marks the end of the blazing summer and welcomes hot cocoa and bonfire nights. Autumn is a season of transition — from the scorching heat of the summer to the quiet calm…
Alzheimer’s, the most common type of dementia, is a progressive disease or a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and one’s ability to carry on a conversation and respond to the environment. It basically hinders a person’s ability to carry out daily activities, leaving them incapacitated in most social situations. Unfortunately, more than 6 million…
According to a study conducted by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), 38% of real estate professionals have feared for their personal safety. And you thought being a realtor is all about the perks? 2020 REALTOR Safety Survey says that 5% of real estate agents have been a victim of crime, and ⅓ have felt…
In a world of constant worries and never-ending trials, grandparents are the only source of real happiness. And it’s not just the happiness; they tie us to our past and pass on important values, beliefs, and ideals to future generations. “Where would we be without them?” It’s funny how grandparents always take our side when…