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Why Digital Libraries Are Ideal for Budget Conscious Students
Guest Blog Rising academic costs push many learners to search for steady ground and digital libraries often offer that shelter. These online collections open …
Ten Tips for Traveling with a Toddler
by Jennifer Bonn I always thought it was important to take my child everywhere even when they were very little. I wanted to expose them to everything and teach …
Moving into the New Year without Pain
by Alan E. Smith Was better health was one of your New Year’s Resolutions? It’s hard to work on getting better health if you’re suffering from chronic …
What Are the 36 Spiritual Principles of AA? A Complete Guide to Recovery Values
by Eric R When people begin their journey with Alcoholics Anonymous, they often hear about spiritual principles woven throughout the program. While the 12 …
The Power of Solitude: Finding Clarity and Purpose During Isolation
by Sharoon Jamil In today’s world, solitude is often seen as a curse. It’s something we dread, avoid, or fill with distractions—TV shows, social media, …
How to Care for Your Dog after Tooth Extraction Surgery
by Emma Johnson When your pet dog has a tooth removed, the experience is stressful for you and your pet alike. Knowing how to provide proper aftercare during …
Chronic Pain Relief with Music, Martial Arts, Myotherapy, and More
by Alan E. Smith This is a wonderful time of year with Thanksgiving, Christmas, and even the start of a new year coming up. If you suffer from chronic pain …
A Cornucopia of Pain Tips to Ease Your Mind, Body, and Spirit
by Alan E. Smith Pain isn’t any fun at any time or place. It hurts and all you want is for it to go away. That’s why these tips are to help you find ways …
Ellen Lord on Her New Poetry Book ‘Vigil’
Ellen Lord’s new poetry book Vigil has just been published by the Modern History Press of Ann Arbor, MI. Illustrated by artist Joanna Walitalo (Pelkie, MI), …
Why More Adult Culver City Residents Are Choosing Braces
by Ryan McComb Braces that adult Culver City residents often consider are no longer just about straightening teeth; they’re about boosting confidence and …
The Bungalow
by Ckrista Mari Once I was a being on a boat, lost in a sea of isolation. Tumultuous waves crashed against the creaking, withering wood that made up the …
5 Tips for Dealing with Chronic Pain
by Alan E. Smith Pain can be low, pounding, never-seems-to-go-away pain or stabbing, piercing, want-to-scream-at-the-top-of-my-lungs pain. There are as many …
Choosing the Right Addiction Treatment Center for Your Needs
by Steven J. Runyan Addiction is a complex and challenging condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Recovery is not a one-size-fits-all process, …
Soothing Solutions: 5 Techniques To Sleep Better And Stress Less
by Cassie Kalbah We can go for days without Wi-Fi, but one rough night of sleep? That can turn a normal person into a cranky couch creature. The next day …
Sobriety Is Not the End of Fun, It Is the Beginning
Guest Blog For many people considering sobriety, a common fear arises: Will my life get boring? This concern often comes from how deeply alcohol and drugs are …
Purple Party for Farewell with a Grin
by Dr. Bob Rich The opening chapter of my 20th book The Hole in Your Life: Grief and Bereavement, introduces you to Natalie, my daughter who died in December …
The Secret to Feeling Love and Stop Confusing it with Attachment
by Ina Backbier When someone used to say “I love you,” sometimes I’d feel a quick dopamine hit. But most often? I’d feel flat, disconnected, even …
Sixteen Years Later: How Creativity Helped Me Rebuild After Suicide Loss
by Lori Snelling I didn’t expect the sixteenth anniversary to hit so hard. Grief isn’t linear—we say that often—but sometimes it circles back like a …
How Faith Supports Good Mental Health
Guest Blog Today, more people are talking about the importance of mental health—and that’s a good thing. As stress, anxiety, and depression become more …
When Food Choices Become a Family Battleground
by Anand Mehta, LMFT How to Navigate Conflicts with Compassion and Respect Food is more than just fuel, it’s tied to identity, culture, love, and control. …
Idealists in ‘The White Lotus’ and Beyond
by Jodi Nathanson Season 3 of The White Lotus, set in Thailand, left many viewers shocked. As a devoted fan of the series and a High School English Teacher, …
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