Author: Julie Meyers Pron

Love is a universal language, and actions speak louder than words when it comes to showing it. No matter the relationship or connection level, showing one another your undying affection requires thoughtfulness, effort, and a touch of creativity if just saying “I Love You” becomes too predictable or repetitive. Here are some unconventional ways that might just say more. Leave Love Notes Where They Least Expect It Do you remember handwritten letters being popular back in the day? Bring back their charm in an innovative manner by leaving small tokens of affection where your partner frequents. Tuck one into their…

When you decide to have kids your entire life will change. You’ll now be in charge of taking care of a baby and making them a top priority. Some days may be harder than others and there are times when you’ll feel tired and overwhelmed. You’re not alone and everyone feels defeated as a parent sometimes. What’s most important is that you continue to learn and do your best. Here you can review six pieces of advice that moms should live by so you can have a positive experience. You want to raise healthy and happy kids. Therefore, it’s important…

Neck pain is an issue too many people experience. It can have a big effect on everyday activities and mood. Whether it is bad posture, an injury, or a medical condition causing neck pain, the reality is that it can impact work, sleep, and mental health in negative ways. Understanding the effects of an aching neck on your lifestyle and exploring treatment options can help you stay comfortable and potentially improve mobility. Effects on Your Job Regular neck pain can significantly limit how well you do at work. How? It can be hard to concentrate when your joints ache and…

It’s fair to say that the property ladder is seeming to have less and less onboarding opportunities for younger people or those who would like to own a household. While we are never going to discount those challenges nor suggest you should just prioritize more in order to achieve this outcome, it’s true that there’s more than one way onto it. While not all advice can be perfectly curated to the needs of those who may wish to live in certain areas or handle varied budgets, you may be surprised that sometimes, making the property ladder work for you, or…

Your home should be beneficial for all aspects of your life, and that includes your health. After all, you’ll spend a significant amount of time at your property, so it’ll be all the better if it’s set up to nudge your health in the right direction! While we tend to think that our properties are automatically good for our health, that’s not always the case. From poor air quality to toxin-laden cleaning products, there’s no shortage of factors that can disrupt your well-being. In this post, we’ll take a look at some handy tips for having a home that’s very…

We all have to sleep, but some people are better at it than others. Do you find yourself feeling envious of those people who turn up at work feeling chipper and upbeat? Those who find it easy to drop off at night and don’t wake up bleary-eyed and irritable? Perhaps you are someone who finds it difficult to drop off at night, or spends hours scrolling on social media under the covers when you should be snoozing. If this sounds like you, it may be time for a change. Although you might enjoy being a night owl, and are happy…

Our homes mean so much more to us than simply being the places where we sleep and store our belongings; more, even, than places where we can work in this era of remote employment. They are environments which shape every area of our lives, affecting our emotions, impacting on our well-being, and coloring our everyday experiences. When designed with intention, a home can affect the senses in so many different ways, soothing, inspiring, and giving us energy. From the colors on our walls and floors to the textures under our feet, every element of a home combines to make for…

There is nothing worse than climbing into bed, expecting peace and comfort, and well, that bedroom retreat feeling, only to feel like someone cranked up the heat to “sauna mode.” The air is thick, the sheets feel suffocating, and suddenly, sleep turns into a full-body battle against the sweat gods. Are you flipping the pillow? Well, it’s pretty useless. Kicking off the blankets? That works for about 10 minutes before the temperature swings too far in the other direction. Are you lying completely still, hoping to trick the body into cooling down? Not happening. Basically, a bed should feel like…

Many of us have “that” relative that we simply cannot pin down. Perhaps they never had kids and live as free as the wind. Maybe they’re constantly moving and have many exploits under their belt. Perhaps they have a brand new passion and focus each year that they invest everything into and move on. While these people are certainly exciting and interesting to be around, they’re also exhausting to shop for. It’s hard to understand what to gift someone who seemingly acquires anything themselves, or maybe has a few new passions they haven’t told you about. This is interesting, of…

A healthy diet is important for your overall well-being. It provides a body with all the necessary nutrients to function optimally. What you eat affects everything from your immune function to your energy levels. Many factors contribute to maintaining a healthy diet. Take a look at some of the key things you should be considering if you want to keep your diet as healthy as possible at all times. Choosing Diet Dense Foods Eating nutrient rich foods is going to provide you with a high amount of minerals as well as vitamins. They also offer you some beneficial compounds without …