Author: Julie Meyers Pron

A chronic illness can change many aspects of your life, including your routine, your independence, and sometimes your confidence. But while these conditions can be challenging, they don’t have to define who you are or limit what you can enjoy. With the right care, support, and mindset, it’s entirely possible to live well and continue doing the things that bring you joy. You Deserve to Keep Living Fully Living with a chronic illness often means facing daily discomfort or reduced mobility. Yet, life doesn’t have to revolve around your symptoms. The key is to find practical ways to manage your…

How Accurate Are AI Foundation Shade Match Tools for Olive and Neutral Undertones in 2025 The main question, how accurate are AI foundation shade match tools for olive and neutral undertones. Short answer, they help, but they still miss on olive, especially under warm bathroom lights. I tested phone matchers and a custom mix device for months, then checked every result outside by my kitchen window. Overview Accuracy Use Compare Pros/Cons Verdict Olive accuracy, typical range 60 to 75 percent My 2025 testing range across repeated scans and wear checks Neutral accuracy, typical range 70 to 85 percent My 2025…

When you run a household, the jobs, demands, and messes never quite stop coming! Home management is one of the least recognized and underpaid roles in the whole world, and it can cause a lot of stress that’s hard to deal with.  After all, the pressure of keeping your house (and its inhabitants) clean, tidy, and in good condition is never-ending! But you can beat the stress at its own game in a few crucial areas. So without further ado, if home management needs are getting on top of you, make sure you try out the 3 methods below. Bulk…

Hobbies are one of the best ways to give yourself a break from everyday life. They let you switch off, focus on something you enjoy, and just breathe for a bit. Whether it’s something thrilling like skydiving or something slower like yoga, there’s a hobby out there for everyone. What many people don’t realise is that hobbies can do more than just fill your free time. They can actually improve your health, help you learn new skills, and even open doors to new opportunities. Here are a few that do more for your life than you might expect. Swimming Swimming…

If you’ve ever found yourself sitting in a waiting room with a restless child on your lap, scrolling through your phone while wondering how long just five more minutes really is, you’ll know family health can feel like a juggling act nobody quite prepared you for. Between school colds, routine check-ups, the odd sprain or rash, and those mysterious complaints kids come up with, it’s no wonder many parents feel stretched thin. So what can be done? The good news is there are solutions, and to find out what some of them are, keep reading on. The Chaos Of Coordinating…

Kitchen renovations can be huge projects to undertake, so we must get it right the first time. The good news is you can discover some of the most common kitchen renovation mistakes and how to avoid them in the post below. Not including enough space for organisation and storage Probably the number one gripe of people unhappy with their current kitchen is that there just isn’t enough storage for everything they need, or to keep all those things properly organised. That is why you must include not only enough storage, but you properly organise this storage as well. What that…

Lots of people only visit the dentist when they experience pain or visible problems with their teeth. However, waiting for discomfort is not the best approach. Dentists are trained to identify issues long before they become painful or complex. Regular check-ups allow your dental professional to spot hidden problems, giving you the chance to address them early and avoid more serious health concerns. Tooth Decay in Its Earliest Stages Tooth decay often starts with tiny, almost invisible white spots caused by demineralisation of enamel. At this stage, there is no pain, but a dentist can see these early warning signs.…

It’s sometimes nice to spend an hour or so in the kitchen, cooking up a delicious meal for yourself and your family. Still, there are also times when that’s the last thing you want to do. After a long day of work, it can be challenging to muster the energy to prepare dinner for everyone. For most people, that moment arrives on Wednesday, when tiredness and that I-just-wish-it-was-the-weekend feeling kicks in. At those moments, the last thing you’ll want to do is cook a big meal. Yet equally, it’s not as if you can avoid eating. You and your family…

Standard gifts can make an impression at the moment that they’re given, but all too often, they’re forgotten about shortly after. Gift experiences, on the other hand, last the distance. They make an impact when they’re given, they’re awesome when the recipient actually has the experience, and they become life-long memories. That certainly beats a pair of socks. Throw in the fact that gift experiences are generally quite affordable, and you have a gift category that’s easy to love. What’s even better about gift experiences is that there are so many different options available. Whether you’re buying for a friend…

Life as a teacher is busy to say the least, especially when you’re trying to juggle your life balance with everything else you have to get done. Finding time to relax, eat well, prepare your lessons, and actually enjoy what you do is a challenge, but there is a way to find some sort of balance and order. Whether you’re a school principal, or an elementary teacher, there will always be an ever growing to-do list for you to tackle on a daily basis. This means that you need to put some extra measures in place to make your life…