“All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” This saying, first recorded in 1659, emphasizes the need to balance work and play to avoid burnout and boredom. Studies show that choosing work and achievement at the expense of fun, enjoyment, and freedom does...
Let’s hear from her directly before we share these 7 lessons from Oprah’s weight-loss journey. “I couldn’t work out anymore. I can’t climb any faster or run any faster. I was down to eating one meal a day. There is nothing else I can...
Many of my friends and former classmates are celebrating their 50th birthdays this year. Fortunately, Facebook, WhatsApp, and other social media platforms allow us to celebrate their birthdays with them, even if it’s only virtually. Common compliments as we all...
Last week, our cooking social group at my local church invited me to talk about the health benefits of the Daniel Fast. So, I had to revisit plant-based eating one more time, and it reminded me of why I went on a plant-based diet with my friends for a whole month a...
“Assalamu Alaikum” is an Arabic greeting that translates to “Peace be upon you.” Muslims commonly use this greeting to wish peace and well-being upon others. However, wishing one another peace is not restricted to Muslims. In fact, after His...
Have you ever stopped to wonder why we wish one another Merry Christmas? Why do we say merry only at Christmas? After all, we don’t say Merry Birthday or Merry New Year. How did the tradition of Merry Christmas start? The origin of Merry Christmas is not exactly...
