Let’s burn some calories!

I see this error all the time; people wonder why their hard work isn’t paying off. You have to understand your body’s caloric needs and respond accordingly! The science is sound: To gain weight, you consume more calories than you burn. To lose weight, burn more than you consume. It really is that simple. Factoring all the daily activities into […]

"I carry your heart with me" A discussion of the E.E. Cummings poem

The poem “I Carry Your Heart With Me” by EE Cummings has been a favorite love poem and favorite selection at weddings for many years. The poem has gained renewed interest since she appeared in the movie “In Her Shoes.” It is used to devastating effect in the film’s climactic wedding scene and again to close out the film. Countless […]

5 Proven Ways To Boost Your Testosterone Levels Naturally

In case you don’t know, testosterone is the main male sex hormone. However, women have a bit of that. Actually, this steroid hormone is found in the ovaries of women and in the testicles of men. Plus, your adrenal glands make a bit of that, too. You should have optimal levels of this hormone during adulthood and old age. They […]

Pension, Inflation and Mars Bar

Some say inflation is good. The principal of your mortgage erodes, while the price of your house goes up, for example! This is an argument in favor of an interest-only mortgage, which advisers do not recommend. Refunds are much less if the principal is not repaid. Let’s take an extreme example: 35 years ago I arranged a mortgage for a […]

The benefits of buying a condo

One of the many benefits you’ll find when choosing condos for sale over other properties is that you don’t have to worry about any exterior maintenance. When buying a family home, you should budget for those unexpected external emergencies, such as a damaged roof, a falling tree in your yard, or even damaged exterior walls. When you buy a condo, […]

See Conflict as Opportunity – Peacemaking Wisdom

When tragedy strikes, it is a normal response to ask where is God in this? Possibly the most common tragedy in life is the travesty of the heart that people experience when in conflict. But, as we’ve learned through grievance resurrecting, conflict is also too good an opportunity to pass up. My wife and I have embarked on a journey […]

How to create a music box, Part I

Every day we are bombarded with noise. We live in a world of noise and stress, from the roar of an airplane overhead to the honking of car horns as we sit in traffic. How crucial it is, then, to find an outlet to relax our bodies and minds. For some, this may mean listening to the delicate, dreamy sounds […]

The coolest cities in Asia

Asia’s coolest cities can be found scattered throughout South Korea, China, and Japan, and it’s a unique experience to find out what each country’s hidden gems are all about. Combining luxury travel with off the beaten path exploration provides a satisfying vacation experience for any adventurous traveler. Sagada, Philippines Sagada is famous for its abundance of natural beauty, and if […]

My girlfriend wants to be friends – what can I do?

She sits you. break up with you As the smoke clears, that’s when she mutters that dreaded phrase no one ever wants to hear: “Okay, we can still be friends…” Their dude. That’s what you are to her right now. You’ve gone from being as close and intimate as two people can be, and in the span of a single […]

Is it a wise decision to compromise quality over price?

The taxi industry has become a diversified and attractive place for new companies to come and invest in facilitating customers. When starting your business, one of the crucial decisions is to determine the pricing strategy that you should adopt. The strategy must be effective for the company and the customers so that both can earn benefits and work with each […]