If you google “how to have a successful blog” you will be flooded with suggestions that encourage popularity, consistency, financial income, etc. While all this might be true, it is not the only definition of a successful blog. Success, for me, is personal. It is creating and achieving something you are proud of, leaving you feeling good. It can give

When I think of social media such as Instagram, I think mostly of positivity. I always see many happy and beautiful images or videos. How can something that seems so positive be so unhealthy? There is a surprising amount of negativity in social media which is often overlooked. I think it is important to talk about negativity because it is

For years I never went to the gym. I always got my exercise through my daily life doing chores, walking my dog, biking/walking to work, and having a full-time physical job. When others mentioned to me that they go to the gym (daily) I never could relate to why or how they did this. I understand some people spend a

If it were possible, what would a world be like without men? It is undeniable that men have had, and still have, a significant impact on the world we live in today. However, if men didn't exist (and humans reproduced differently) I wonder what the world would have been like. Would it have been better? worse? or maybe it may

We used to always tell ourselves & our kids that "getting fresh air" and spending time outside was healthy and good for us. Given recent events & changes, this belief may not be encouraged as much or even coming to an end. Air quality, pandemics, overpopulation, crime, and expenses are all reasons why we may want to rethink the encouragement

Technology has changed society, especially the way we socialize. It is common to own a personal phone, tablet, or computer. Devices such as smartphones, tablets or ipads, and laptops or computers have opened doors to a variety of possibilities to build relationships such as friendships, acquaintances, and romance. A lot of us are capable of having more interactions with people

The meaning of being single has changed over the years and I think it is important to recognize and respect this choice. Being single can have some very surprising and positive impacts on someone such as being therapeutic, energizing, an increase in time, and simply the best choice for some people. The positive benefits of being single are becoming increasingly

I decided to share a list of ideas that may help maintain good mental health. For many of us, we may feel really good after a certain therapy session or positive experience we had but may struggle to maintain that headspace. I can definitely relate to this and appreciate it when others share their suggestions. We are all unique in

The English language shares many words in common with other languages. These words sometimes will have similar meanings but not always the same meaning. I would like to take a small dive into the discussion of this topic and question if the English language is being disrespectful to other languages by having different meanings of these words. I had not

Activists have been fighting for many years to end the use of animals in fashion. Doing so would end the violence and exploitation of animals in the industry, and create an opportunity for a more eco-friendly, healthy, and sustainable future. I have seen many victories celebrated for animal rights such as big brands banning the use of fur in

At the start of many new years, we often would form at least one resolution: "a firm decision to do or not to do something" for the year. Arguably, it has been suggested by some of my peers that participating in this tradition is too much pressure on yourself. On the flip side, some people thoroughly enjoy resolutions and challenging

Before the pandemic started, in 2020, I took a trip to a country in which language I didn't speak. It was an incredible trip and I am so glad I went while I could. One thing I had really wished for was that I had given myself time to learn the language more before going. So, like many, I made

Although humans have come a long way with human rights, there is still much to be learned from our past experiences with it. Animals, like humans, are currently going through the early stages of the development of their rights. They are considered to be grouped in classes by humans such as “pets”, ”livestock”, and “wild/feral”. I hope this post might

Since the start of covid-19, animals in shelters all over the world have been affected significantly by the pandemic. This is something I don't believe should be forgotten and serves as an important opportunity for animals. Pandemic pets have been talked about in the media for some time during the pandemic and it might be a missed opportunity if it

Looking for some inexpensive and simple ways to treat dogs this summer?! This is such a simple concept that will dogs (such as mine) seem to love all year round. Not to mention it is a refreshing treat for them to stay a little cooler during the summer heat. There are so many ways to make these treats. You can

I have been making this vegan mac and cheese for years and it is by far my favourite. It is not only healthy but simple and filling. In this blog post, I highlight the basic recipe and why the ingredients are important to me and how to customize the recipe to better align with your lifestyle and diet. Typically, I

Parks are great; they encourage exercise, socializing, and enjoyment of the outdoors. Keeping the parks safe for everyone to use has been an ongoing battle throughout the years. This is extremely important to me because my dog and I live in a city. This means that for a large part of the dogs in the community, these parks are shared

When I first started doing activism (in 2016) I was participating in activism & protests at rib fests, roadside zoos, & rodeos. All occurred in a community I grew up in (or very close to). During this time we were always peaceful with our approach & outreach to others. However, even though this community was supposed to be my home

A non-vegan logic of what is wrong with vegan animal rights activists. All these things are true advice spoken while advocating for the basic rights of animals & ending speciesism. Let me know what advice they tell you while driving by in their truck! So without further adieu

  Today we protested the commercial seal slaughter, which began on April 9th, 2018 in Toronto Ontario. According to Canada's Shame, these are the top 8 most important things that you need to know about the seal slaughter: sealers do kill babies, PETA is targeting the commercial seal slaughter, not the Inuit hunt, seal “products” from the commercial slaughter have been banned

I was hired on by two large corporations following my internship. I have spent 4 years of my life working with corporations to produce products. Giving up these career paths improved the quality of my health, the communities health, my independence, and my action toward supporting my values. This was a life-changing experience for me; quitting was a decision I

Interview environments often put pressure on the candidate(s). In some cases, this makes sense, life can be competitive. However, I believe a more successful investment that an interview process would benefit from would consist of leveling the playing field. By this, I mean, after the candidate is done ‘wowing’ a company during the interview questions from the employer, they could

As a vegan, my stance on abortions may come as a surprise

One of my all-time favourite dessert recipes. They can taste as rich and chocolaty as you like, but they are actually healthy and beneficial for your body. One major benefit that I take notice of is the relief it can give your digestive tract. Nobody likes not being able to go, and it's not healthy for us. But there is

Why would we continue to love someone who is toxic to us? They may do things that are harmful to us emotionally or maybe physically, however, they remain sentient beings. Once you have identified a toxic person in your life the next step is handling it. Keeping in mind that they feel emotions too. We must remember we are humans

You may think, how is it possible to listen to another species if they don't speak our verbal language? This is a common excuse I hear. I am very guilty of assuming this was a valid excuse during my life. The truth is, it divides humans from acknowledging and understanding others. Comparable to the dividing of humans in the past

To support murder and then flaunt a dead person around as a fashion accessory is disgusting. I will admit I had worn fur and animal products. It was a social norm that was encouraged by society. Unfortunately, the industry has created the idea that it is acceptable and a 'luxury' for consumers to wear fur. Yes, fur is beautiful and

Please note, if you are on medication for depression, I am not advising you to go off prescribed treatments. I am suggesting the re-enforcement of nutrients for your body. If you are concerned about a diet change, please consult your doctor first. A healthy diet that is recommended by The World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture of the

Intentionally or not, humans are currently considered super predators [1] to other animals and are considered an unsustainable threat to the ecosystem. It would make sense for other animals to fear us. We have adopted the theory that animals should stay fearful of humans, in the hope to protect and promote the conservation of their species. I decided to ask

Justification.There are many ways to try to justify zoo enclosures. The animal gets food, has no visible predators, and has somewhere to sleep and live. However, when we apply these justifications- as if it were a human in the enclosure, it would be considered unjust. Humans would rather live free with the possible risk of predators, unknown food sources, or

This may be my most vulnerable and personal post yet. This is my personal experience, please read without judgment. I believe this message and stigma should be broken and I hope this post will help defeat it. Here I am, raw and honest. What you may not know is I fight for my life. Before I went vegan, I was severely

Common weeds are found to be beneficial from a medicinal and nutritional perspective. Yet, we are usually in a hurry to eliminate them. I'm wondering what caused these habits and if it's worth breaking them. Should we be giving weeds more recognition? Nutrition & Medicinal Components of Common Weeds: 1. Dandelions. Of course, this has to be my first pick. Everything from the

Questions to Think About: Is a gradual diet change actually helpful compared to a sudden diet change? How helpful or necessary, is it? As a vegan, who wants the world to go vegan NOW, should we consider eliminating the now and just stick to “go vegan”? Is there a significant difference in each individual's ability to adapt to dietary changes based

1. In The Work Field Many employees blame their employers for their unhappiness. If you have a full-time commitment to something, it is likely to influence your quality of life. Therefore, also influences the company/corporation strength that we work for. Our work/employment habits pass on to their surroundings and to future generations. With this in mind, I would like to discuss

Have you ever heard anyone say "It's just a dumb cat"? I bet you've heard similar statements, not just about cats, but about animals in general. I have. Honestly, it's pretty embarrassing to originate from a species that says this statement. I have noticed similar statements that have been said throughout our human history regarding gender, skin colour, and sexuality. The

If you ever wondered why someone doesn't talk about his or her mental illness? Well here are a few reasons! It can discourage employment opportunities or promotions.   Let's be real, the truth is it does interfere with employment. I am a fairly educated person with a great resume; you would probably be shocked to learn that I have a life-threatening illness. Employers will probably

The idea of activism might seem intimidating at first. However, there are many different types of activism you can do to help create changes in the world. Whatever your personality is; you can find something to do to help an important cause you care about. Consumer Purchasing - Every day when you shop you have the opportunity to buy from companies

We are great at pointing fingers and disciplining others. I am totally guilty of it - everyone is. It is bred in our culture to act in such a way. While this method may have worked in the past, it makes me wonder why we don't re-evaluate humans or society by asking "why?" and exploring the cause rather than forcing