Guest post from: Natalie Walter My best friend and I just got back from one of those singles’ cruises to Mexico that we’ve been hearing about for years. To be honest, it was wilder than either one of us expected. There were parties going on at every hour of the day and night. It was [...]

Anger can be a natural response when we feel that our safety or personal space has been violated. But, if you are quick to anger and do not deal with inner conflicts, you probably need better ways to manage your anger. It is important to deal with your anger properly, so you can grow as an individual and maintain healthy relationships.

Finding time to exercise and relax each day can be difficult.  But, if you can find just one hour per day, yoga provides an excellent opportunity to combine exercise, relaxation, and personal development into one experience. Beginners may want to try starting with a yoga DVD or a local class to learn proper techniques.  After [...]

Here are some simple and easy tips on how to be green everyday: Recycle!  Look for programs in your area and get involved.  Reuse items or give them to those who can use them Go Vegetarian (at least a few days per week) Ride your bike to places you need to go Buy produce and [...]

I just added a new page in the Food/Recipes section for an Ethiopian Feast that can easily feed at least 15+ people, maybe more.  I have done this feast for family and friends several times and it is a really fun and enjoyable meal to make and eat.  You do not use utensils to eat [...]

When you focus on acheieving your goals you can begin to attain greater personal development.  We must continually work on ourselves and try to improve as much as possible. Here are some questions to ask yourself to get on the right track: Identify Where You Are:  What are my strengths?  Weaknesses?  What positive things do [...]

I was reading this article on CNN regarding meat consumption. Essentially, the findings of the study demonstrated that people who ate red meat (both beef and pork – 4 oz portion per day) over a 10 year period have a 30% higher chance of dying from cardiovascular disease and cancer. Researchers found that 11% of [...]

Entrepreneurs often have a difficult time operating a business during a good economy between juggling heavy workloads and trying to meet deadlines to satisfy customer demands.  When the economy turns sour, things start looking grim, and bad news surrounds you, it imperative that you focus on your business and not on the state of the [...]

Hi, I am Katy!  I am thrilled to begin posting on this new and exciting web venture.  I hope to bring a new and unique perspective on a variety of issues.  My primary interests are human rights, women’s issues, economics, philosophies of life, the environment, and exploring ways to better oneself.  I look forward to interacting with [...]