Modern parenthood leaves very little spare time. Days are filled with school runs, work, house tasks, and the short, unpredictable quiet moments that happen during nap time or late evenings....
January is often framed as a time to reset, improve, or push forward. For people living with cancer, that pressure can feel out of step with the realities of treatment,...
January often arrives with fewer social plans, yet the body can feel heavier than it did in December. After weeks of festive meals, alcohol, travel, disrupted sleep, and long stretches...
New Year’s Eve plans usually start with good intentions. One invite turns into three. Dinner overlaps with fireworks. Travel, late nights, loud spaces, and social pressure pile up fast. By...
December stress doesn’t disappear when the calendar flips to January 1. For many Canadians, the end of the year is the most demanding stretch, with work deadlines piling up, family...
By the end of December, many people feel worn down rather than refreshed. Long days, disrupted routines, and constant activity often leave the body tense and the mind scattered as...
December often leaves its mark on the body, even when the break itself feels enjoyable. Long hours standing, lifting, travelling, sleeping on unfamiliar beds, and sitting for extended periods can...
By the time New Year’s Eve arrives, many people are already worn down. December often brings packed social calendars, work deadlines, travel, and disrupted sleep. Instead of feeling excited, it’s...
Staycations in Canada have shifted. They are no longer about sightseeing or packing a weekend with plans. For many Cadians, a staycation now means one thing: leaving home to rest...
The days before Boxing Day often feel heavier than the day itself. Hosting responsibilities, family expectations, and the emotional weight of having people in your space start building well before...
Most Xmas gifts are enjoyed briefly and forgotten soon after. Chocolates run out, novelty items lose their appeal, and many presents fade once routines return after Boxing Day. Muscle tension,...
December often turns gift buying into a last-minute scramble. With work deadlines, social events, and holiday travel piling up, it is easy to fall back on candles, wine, or generic...
December habits make puffiness almost inevitable. Festive meals are often high in salt and carbohydrates, both shown in research to increase short-term water retention. Alcohol adds another layer by fueling...
Long before the big day arrives, December tends to accumulate pressure. Work deadlines stack up, social plans multiply, and the mental burden of organizing gifts, food, and travel sits heavily...
December often arrives faster than we expect, bringing a mix of excitement and pressure. Gift shopping, family plans, end-of-year deadlines, and constant social commitments can quickly drain your energy before...