As humans, we are wired to seek validation from others and when we get it, we feel good. But for some people, it feels so good that they develop approval addiction. Instead of finding motivation from within, they constantly look for others’ approval. If you can’t find motivation without someone else’s…
Vidya Sury, Collecting Smiles
Earth Day is around the corner. What better occasion to teach your children about ecosystems? Why teach your children about ecosystems? Teaching your children about ecosystems will give them valuable lessons on nature and how everything works together, how we are all interconnected—the birds, animals, insects, fish, dirt, and trees, our…
Now that summer is upon us, it is time for a thorough property check-up to make sure any repairs or replacements can be done when the weather is dry before the monsoons hit us. Any roofing repairs have to be fixed now and I am in the process of looking for…
Summer is just around the corner—or perhaps already in our midst for some. Trips are planned. Tickets are booked. While some take off to cooler climes, some prefer to vacation in their backyard. Yet others enjoy going camping to enjoy the great outdoors. If you are planning a camping trip, besides…
Parenting can be a challenge, especially if it’s your first time raising a child. This is the reason why most people tend to raise their children similar to their own upbringing since they figure that if it worked for them, then it may work for their kids as well. However, a…
While the following mental health tips may seem obvious, sometimes we just need a reminder and a gentle nudge to take action. Life naturally ebbs and flows through good and challenging times, but sometimes the trying times negatively impact your mental health. Moving past problems can become tricky when this happens,…
I live for DIY projects and would be the first to admit that starting a new DIY project can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience, but let’s not pretend this is always the case. As I have discovered, exciting new projects can easily turn into something overwhelming and unpleasant when there…
