Lofty goals: how to save for something big
Whether it’s a car, a family vacation, college tuition or home renovations, those big-ticket items can sometimes seem like financial impossibilities. But with careful planning, diligence and patience, those big dreams can eventually come true.
As with pretty much anything related to personal financial goals,...
How to make the mundane exciting again
Have you ever wondered why your first bite of chocolate cake always tastes so much better than every bite that follows? You might still enjoy your slice right up until that last bit of icing is gone, but only the very first taste gives...
Bringing people together with food
A recent Canadian grocery store commercial featured two roommates bringing the entire floor of their apartment building together by setting up tables in the hallway and inviting everyone to eat their dinner together in a communal setting. The final scene shows the group of...
A holiday experience to remember
When it comes to holiday gifting, teenagers can often be the hardest people on your list to buy for. With very specific opinions about clothing, music and electronics, choosing just the right thing for a teen can be a challenge. Gift cards are a...
8 Habits that are sabotaging your sleep
There’s nothing like a good night’s sleep, but sometimes those restful nights can be frustratingly elusive. However, when sleep has been shown to help with weight control, protect you from heart disease and diabetes, help you regulate your emotions, repair and restore tissues in...
Tips for living well on a tight budget
When you’re a senior on a fixed income, a student on a budget, or a family with strained resources, it can be challenging to manage your money responsibly and still feel like you’re enjoying life and not missing out. A tight budget is limiting,...
Waking up in winter: How to avoid sleeping in
Waking up in the winter can feel difficult some days. Well, most days, if we're being honest! It's dark, and everything outside the duvet is freezing cold; it's no surprise that we just want to stay in bed.
Of course, this is not feasible for...
Avoiding office colds: How to stay healthy at work in winter
Working in an office can be great at times. You'll be surrounded with colleagues you can socialise with, who will be there to support you if you're having trouble with your job, and are always willing to share the best gossip. However, when winter...