Overcoming Phobias: Practical, Reliable Methods
Considering that the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) reports that approximately 10 percent of people in the U.S. experience some type of phobia, it should come as no surprise that having a phobia is the most common mental disorder in the United States. The list of phobias is just as long as the names […]
5 Novels that Will Immerse You in Different Cultures
Reading is a leisurely joy for many and, quite frankly, an adventure that leads us into a vicarious world of possibilities, plots, drama, twists, and perhaps eccentric but loveable characters. But there are many existing novels that will enlighten you with fresh cultural perspective. Below are a few bestselling novels with their synopses that will […]
For Your Listening Pleasure: Dash of Everything Podcast
Our nation’s history is littered with heroes and moments that have helped shape this country and even define it. From the first man walking on the moon, Martin Luther King, Jr’s “I Have A Dream” speech, the explosion of the space shuttle Challenger, or the election of the first African American president in Barrack Obama, […]
Become a Pet Sitter, They Said. It Will Be Fun, They Said.
If you love animals, perhaps you have thought about how fun it would be to work with them regularly (without the years of schooling involved in actually becoming a veterinarian). Becoming a pet sitter may seem a logical way to hang out with dogs and cats, and actually get paid to do it! But it’s […]
Patrick Riser Fitness: Bringing Training and Nutrition to You
Since his high school basketball days, Winston-Salem local Patrick Riser has made working out more than just a hobby and turned it into a passion. For the past six years, he has been working as a personal trainer, helping clients reach their ideal health and nutrition goals. “I initially started off at a commercial gym […]
Ribbons with Reasons: The Causes behind the Colors
We all have seen them at one time or another: awareness ribbons of different colors, representing various causes. According to the website Disabled World Towards Tomorrow, awareness ribbons are “short pieces of colored ribbon folded into a loop and are used in the United States, Canada, Australia, UK, and other parts of the world.” These […]
Embracing Your Own Timeline: How to Rise Above Comparison to Lead a Life You Love
I married my best friend when we were both twenty-one years old as we were approaching the end of our college careers. I remember getting engaged and once the excitement settled a bit, I wondered if anyone (outside of our families) would think we were too young, and then wondered if I cared. I was […]
Constructing Dreams: The “Trendy” Modern Kitchen
Whether you plan to build or buy a home, remodel a room or seek ideas to expand your “green” footprint, we are all in the beginning stages of constructing our dreams. Each month, this column will invite you to look beyond the usual ideas and consider alternative, cost-effective and eco-friendly options. With so many topics […]
greeNest – “Reusing and Repurposing Everything Needed to Turn House into Home”
In April of 2015, the doors of a remarkable endeavor opened with the purpose of serving some of the most deserving individuals in our community with a service they never dreamed of receiving. Since that opening date not too long ago, more than 350 families have been touched by greeNest. “Like all good projects, greeNest […]
Healthy Appetizer Ideas
We’ve all been there…we’ve been invited to a party and promised ourselves before arriving, “I will make sure I eat healthy and don’t over-indulge.” Well, to no avail there ends up being only cheesy and fatty appetizers that are delicious, but not exactly in your healthy eating plan. I’m here to save the day! If […]
