There are two huge problems surrounding the use of K-Cups; taste and waste. K-Cups have been notoriously known among coffee drinkers to produce a burnt plastic taste in their coffee. The waste created by traditional K-Cups is a serious problem as well. Current production levels create enough K-Cup plastic waste in one year to circle …
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What often happens when we all reach the much looked-forward to season of the sun is that we find ourselves with nothing to do. We plan and we itch for that special, much deserved vacation time, but when you’re free for three months, it’s actually pretty difficult to fill up. I found myself completely stuck …
Getting married is something that many of us consider as the ultimate achievement. You get to marry the love of your life and plan an incredible wedding day. Unfortunately, many people focus too much on the wedding and not on their marriage. This is a lifelong commitment that you are entering, where you are legally …
We all want to get paid a little more. That’s natural. But to really fly high, you need to be on a particular career path. Here are some of the most exciting jobs you can do today that pay more than $90k. Art Director What’s an art director? Well, part of the role is what …
We’ve heard it time and time again, that ‘confidence starts outside your comfort zone.’ Outside your comfort zone you discover what you don’t know and you start to find out what you are capable of in your life. Confidence can be tricky. And we all need it in times that are the most difficult. Starting a …
Your best friend calls you to say she has some big news – she’s getting married! After the initial joy for her wears off, she then asks you the big question. “Will you be my maid of honor?” You realize that you have a massive responsibility for making sure your friend has the day of …
All of us will have experienced some awkward spare time. It’s those ten minutes you have between getting in from work and having to leave again to catch a train to meet some friends. The periods where we only have a few spare minutes before we can go somewhere or start something are often spent …
Having the responsibility of looking after and taking care of other can be a really life-enriching thing. We are programmed to want to give love and kindness and generosity to one another. In doing so, we get those emotions and benefits back ourselves. This is only elevated further when we do this kindness for loved …
In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of people taking the plunge and building their own homes. If you’ve been viewing properties for a while, and nothing has captivated you, it may be worth considering building from scratch. If you’re keen on the idea, here are some pros and cons to …
Social work careers are not an easy option, and no one that picks them thinks that they will be in for a cushy ride. But these roles are very valuable to our society. Social work entails assisting vulnerable people to ensure that they are safe and that their needs are being met. If you are …
There can be periods in our life when everything gets on top of us, and we could do with a little help. If you leave certain problems to build up and not get any help, your mental health could end up affected. So wherever possible, try and stay focused and your mind healthy. Not sure …
Ever had an awful day at work that left you drained and confused? Ever thought maybe this job isn’t for me anymore? The chances are that you have. But many people are put off from changing their careers as they think it will be too difficult. Read on to find out why this isn’t necessarily …
Life is made up of a number of different journeys. Some of them move us physically and catalyze a new business endeavor. Some are self-improvement journeys like going back to school or taking up meditation. Some of our journeys are those of relationships where with another human being we meet milestones and build a life …
There are still two months left of summer, which means you still have plenty of time to go out and buy this summer’s best products. To save you time and the hassle of research, I will be talking about five products, which will make your summer easier and more enjoyable. All of these products can also …
For many of us, our hair is our favorite feature. We spent hours washing and brushing it to keep it in a fabulous condition. We also style it with tongs, hairdryer and irons to showcase our style and personality. When your hair looks amazing, it gives a huge boost to your confidence and makes you …
I am so excited to share an app with you that is going to make your life a little easier. This AM app from Refinery29 is a must have app to get the most important news first thing in the morning. I love being able to stay up to date on the most current news, but …
Feeling confident is something just about anybody can do. Some people are naturally confident. But that doesn’t mean you can’t learn to be more confident. No matter what you feel like right now, you can take the steps to feel more confident and start loving yourself immediately. Read on to learn how to do that: …
As women, we have some specific health and wellbeing issues to deal with. We have to deal with our money cycles, hair removal and all sorts of other wonderful things; that can sometimes make our lives seem even harder. To get on top of your female health and beauty issues read my list of do’s …
Summertime and the living is easy…well almost! Our summer is packed with plans; from family vacations to backyard bashes to rainy days at home. Let’s get into gear for some summer fun and really enjoy the pleasures of the season. You can get the scoop with some of her best tips to help all of …
Healthy relationships aren’t mythical concepts, you know! Let’s take a look at a few things that they both do and don’t consist of. Healthy relationships DO consist of safe and protected sex When it comes to your sexual relationship, protection should come first. This means protection against unwanted pregnancy, and also against STDS and infections. …