Freedom. It’s a word that has become quite controversial of late here in Canada. In 2022, freedom has become the rallying cry of a vocal minority who feel it appropriate to deface our flag, make public threats against our prime minister, and attempt to overthrow our democratically-elected government.
Today’s Simple Living Sunday post offers a perspective on freedom and individual rights.
The surprising health benefits of house plants
Are you a lover of indoor plants? You might be surprised to learn that, in addition to the beauty they bring to your home, there are many health benefits of house plants. Read on to learn more about those benefits. I’ve also got some pictures of my growing house plant collection.
Simple Living Sunday – Hello from Colorado Springs
Hello everyone! This week’s Simple Living Sunday post is coming to you from beautiful Colorado Springs. As I mentioned last week, I’m travelling the next couple of weekends so I’ll be taking a break from my usual Sunday posts.
Simple Living Sunday – Making the most of your time
There’s nothing quite like a birthday to make us keenly aware of the passing of time. Celebrating the completion of my 58th trip around the sun earlier this month was a reminder that, like everyone, I’m not getting any younger. In today’s Simple Living Sunday post, I reflect on making the most of your time…before it’s gone forever.
Is the 4-day work week here to stay?
The author shares their experience of transitioning to a 4-day work week after 40 years of full-time work, reflecting on global trends around this model. They discuss studies from Iceland and the UK showing improved productivity and worker wellbeing. Despite challenges in implementation, the 4-day week is gaining traction in the evolving work landscape.
Simple Living Sunday – Find the magic of flow state
Have you ever found yourself so totally immersed in an activity that you lost all track of time? If you have, then you likely experienced what psychologists refer to as flow state.
This week’s Simple Living Sunday post explores this phenomenon and steps you can take to cultivate this kind of engagement and passion.
Simple Living Sunday – How do you relax and recharge?
July 12 is National Simplicity Day, a day to let go of life’s complications and focus on the essentials. That need to simplify life and get back to what matters is at the heart of this Simple Living Sunday series. Life is hectic and it’s easy to lose perspective. I have this week off work, so I plan to relax and recharge, and take time for simple pleasures. Will you join me?
Simple Living Sunday – It’s time for some self-love
National Compliment Your Mirror Day is a day to show ourselves some love and remind ourselves of how wonderful we are. Self-love is an area many of us—especially women—need a little help with. It’s time to challenge ourselves to reject unrealistic external standards and embrace our real beauty.
Simple Living Sunday – Step aside FOMO! Make room for JOMO!
FOMO (fear of missing out)—it’s a term we hear all the time, but do you ever wonder why it has emerged as a big thing over the last few years? Today’s Simple Living Sunday post looks at the rise of FOMO and how you can say bye-bye to the stress of FOMO and hello to JOMO, its younger and brighter cousin.
Simple Living Sunday – Owning our privilege
Today, the United States observes Juneteenth, and Tuesday is National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada. These days provide an opportunity to reflect on the history of our two nations and the horrific treatment of Black and Indigenous people, so it feels appropriate to make owning our privilege this week’s Simple Living Sunday focus.