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How to Grow Responsible, Independent Children

Julie Entwistle — Fri, 03 Nov 2017 11:00:38 +0000

When it comes to responsibilities for kids at home many things have changed since I was a kid. When my generation was growing up most kids learned to cook, clean, tidy up after themselves, manage their own schedules and more. Today, many kids are living in the “age of entitlement” where very few responsibilities fall on them, and […]

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Solutions for Managing Passwords

Julie Entwistle — Wed, 30 Aug 2017 11:00:34 +0000

Online security experts recommend creating strong passwords with a mix of special characters, numbers and letters which are different for each application you use. However, remembering one simple password is often hard enough! Especially for applications you don’t use often, it is recommended you keep a log of each password so you can easily retrieve it […]

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Be Prepared on the Road

Julie Entwistle — Wed, 24 May 2017 11:00:05 +0000

While driving is usually simply an adventure of fighting traffic to get from point A to point B, sometimes circumstances beyond our control can get in the way. Weather conditions, breakdowns, accidents and more can leave you stranded at the side of the road. As a driver it’s important to be prepared for these situations […]

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Simple Solutions for Seasonal Home Maintenance

Julie Entwistle — Wed, 10 May 2017 11:00:59 +0000

It is commonly suggested to change your smoke alarm batteries when we change the clocks to either Spring Forward or Fall Backward. But what other home maintenance tasks should you be doing and when? Download our free Seasonal Home Maintenance Checklist to help you keep your home healthy, safe and in good repair year-round. […]

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Struggling with Sleep? Try This Helpful Tool

Erin Ridpath — Wed, 26 Apr 2017 11:00:08 +0000

Proper sleep is vital to our mental and physical health, and lack of sleep can negatively affect productivity and function. If you suffer from poor sleep, know that you are not alone. Statistics Canada estimates that approximately 3.5 million Canadians struggle with sleep. There are many ways to get help and in all of these, […]

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Closet Organization Solutions

Julie Entwistle — Wed, 05 Apr 2017 11:00:29 +0000

With the arrival of spring it’s time to reorganize your closet for the warmer months ahead. When season’s change it’s the opportune time to prepare for the change in weather by taking stock of what you have, purchasing any items you need, donating any items you no longer wear, and reorganizing so the clothing you need […]

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Solutions for Simple Decision Making

Julie Entwistle — Wed, 15 Mar 2017 11:00:22 +0000

Making decisions can be difficult. Whether big or small, the decisions we make often affect not only our own lives, but the lives of others. For those who struggle with anxiety and other mental health issues, or who have suffered a brain injury decision making can become increasingly problematic. If you are struggling with decision […]

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Helpful Tool for Managing Chronic Pain

Julie Entwistle — Wed, 22 Feb 2017 12:00:15 +0000

Pain is a common occurrence following an injury, illness, or traumatic event like a motor vehicle accident. While pain does play an important role in alerting us to potential dangers, injury, or an impending problem, it can also become a significant barrier to function as it can often continue long after the dangerous situation resolves. […]

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Monitoring Your Mood

Julie Entwistle — Wed, 08 Feb 2017 12:00:36 +0000

In our previous post, Blue Monday and Beyond – Tips to Beat the Winter Blues we discussed how some research suggests that up to 15% of people in Ontario experience the “winter blues” and 2-3% of the population suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). If you are suffering from depression, anxiety, SAD or simply the […]

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The Ultimate Weekly Meal Planner

Julie Entwistle — Wed, 25 Jan 2017 12:00:56 +0000

When it comes to eating well, taking time to plan your meals is the number one way to ensure you eat healthy. It prevents reactive eating, saves time, money and ensures you eat a healthier diet. Each Saturday or Sunday take time to plan your menu for the week ahead and shop accordingly. Doing so […]

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