Are you dissatisfied with your current salary? And recognize that you're not being paid your worth?   So many of us have been there. But when it comes to  salary negotiation - it can be an icky conversation. Discussing money is (sadly) still often seen as taboo and not mainstream.  However, that's no reason not to have an open dialogue about money when asking for a  pay raise. Here are our 5 career-boosting tips on  negotiating a raise and getting paid more.     1. Come ready with data and statistics about your job description  The more knowledgeable you are about the...

Do you ever feel like your world is spinning out of control? That could be a sign that meditation can help unclutter your mind. Whether you put on a 5-minute meditation video on YouTube before jumping out of bed in the morning or you go full out to weekly meditation classes - the powerful effects of taking time out for yourself to focus on your breathing and being in the present moment give your brain a chance to 'switch off' and 'recharge.' The result? You feel more focused, calm, and happy. And it even helps with your physical health. What Is...

“Live life as though nobody is watching, and express yourself as though everyone is listening.” Nelson Mandela - revolutionary, political leader, civil rights advocate, and former South African president Just be yourself. Our differences are what make us unique. It's Global Diversity Month, and we're taking a moment to reflect on what that means and how we can leverage the power of 'diversity' and 'acceptance' to live our best life. What Is Global Diversity Month Global Diversity Awareness Month happens every October and is a wonderful celebration of different minds and beliefs all around the world. It's all about embracing...

Is it just us, or does everyone seems to be catching flights, not feelings, this summer? After a 2-year hiatus, travel has made its come back. Besides, is there anything more satisfying than the sensation of balmy sand beneath your toes? Or wandering the paved streets of Paris absorbing centuries of history? We don't think so. However, 2022 international travel looks slightly different from the pre-COVID-19 Pandemic version. Thanks to more flexible work schedules and remote working arrangements, travel has decreased its pace and is taking on a slower and more mindful approach. What is the Slow Travel Movement? Also...

Your mind is spinning. Your breathing quickens. Your hands tremble. And your eyes hurt. Is this what a panic attack feels like? If you've ever experienced one, you might be familiar with some of these symptoms.  In fact, according to the  American Psychological Association (APA), 1 in 75 people experience panic attacks, and  women are twice as likely to develop panic attacks compared to men. So let's explore what a panic attack is and how we can manage it while experiencing it.   What is a panic attack? A panic attack is a sudden, irrational, overwhelming feeling of  terror coming...

"Behind every great woman is a girl squad hyping her up." A bond between female friends is like no other. And having a healthy and solid female friendship can bring an abundance of TLC to our lives. On this  International Friendship Day, we celebrate the magic our closest girls bring to our lives.   The importance of female friendships Often we focus on romantic relationships, but connections come in all shapes and forms. Social relationships are just as meaningful. Spending time with a girlfriend who you care about and has a positive influence on your life. So whether you've been...

Have you seen the term 'Side Hustle' pop up on your feed more often? That could be because  nearly half of Americans report having an extra 'side gig' that brings in extra coin on top of a full-time job. So no, the lyrics from rapper Rick Ross, 'Every Day I'm Hustlin', are not just an expression - in 2022, it became a mantra. What's the 'Side Hustle Culture'? Also known as grind culture, hustle culture is a mental belief that you must work non-stop all day, every day, to achieve your career or financial goals. It all blew up around...

Food. Drinks. Good vibes. The 4th of July holiday is usually spent with the people who mean the most to us - family and friends- surrounded by a glorious table of degustation.  But when we peel back the curtain to what the 4th of July really means, it goes back to 1776, when the Continental Congress adopted the  Declaration of Independence. The document, which was created by Thomas Jefferson, basically declared to the world (and specifically the British) that the colonies in America have united and formed what we now know as The United States of America saying that “these...

Love is love. But how we show that can vary a lot from person to person. 

Like our families, Mother's Day can look different for everyone.