“Am I Invisible?” A Mom Shares a Powerful Story That Portrays the Importance of Human Acceptance

Pierre Van ZylHeal, Mental Health, Opinion, parenting, Personal Growth + Development, Women’s Health

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“The deepest desire of the human heart is to belong … to be welcomed … to know that you are seen and worthy of kindness,” Rachel Macy Stafford. Isolation and marginalization are some of the worst social situations a person could go through. The feeling that you are alone and rejected, coupled with outright avoidance…

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Back to Basics: Texas Schools Reintroduces Cursive Writing Into Standard Grade School Curriculum

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With the advancement of modern technology and the continuous invention of life-made-easy gadgets, several academic practices have become old-fashioned and obsolete. Many schools and districts around the world have scrapped handwriting from their curricula, replacing good old calligraphy and cursive skills with keyboarding proficiency. Not to mention that many wonderful outdoor activities and experiments have…

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Mommy Burnout Is Real, Psychologists Suggest a ‘Momcation’

Pierre Van ZylHeal, Learn, Mental Health, parenting, Personal Growth + Development, Women’s Health

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“A mother is she who can take the place of all others, but whose place no one else can take,” – Cardinal Mermillod. Moms are arguably the most overworked people on earth, especially working moms. With having to shuttle between keeping her home in one piece, staying ahead of her children’s career, being a partner…

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The Perks of Living Near Grandma

Pierre Van ZylLearn, Move, parenting, Personal Growth + Development

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Many of us underestimate the power of grandparents. Often times when we finally appreciate grandma, we’re too old to recreate those experiences.  If you spent much of your childhood with your grandma, oma, nonna or whatever you call yours – …

Italy Passes Law To Send Unsold Food To Charities Instead Of Dumpsters

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“Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” – Mark Twain Food is one of the benchmarks of the ancient and modern Italian culture, and as such, they have it in excess and mouth-watering varieties. The best chefs in the world arguably come from Italy. It’s a wonder that…

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Science Says Men Don’t Mature Until Their 40’s. What does that Say About Womens and Mens Brains?

Pierre Van ZylHeal, Learn, Men’s Health, Mental Health, Move, News + Discoveries, Opinion, Personal Growth + Development, Women’s Health

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Most people assume that women mature faster than men. Researchers decided to test this theory using brain scans to determine whether there is truly a difference between men and female brains. Besides for maturity, they studied whether the brain can exp…

Woman throws her grandmother an assisted suicide party

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Assisted suicide has been long debated and to say it’s a delicate subject is an understatement. Even with the implementation of recent laws, the debate surrounding medical assistance in dying is alive and well — a debate which has gained particular prominence in the last few years. In February 2015, in Carter v. Canada, the…

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13 Habits Mentally Strong Women Don’t Do

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Building habits is like lifting weights at the gym. At first, it’s extremely difficult. The muscles break down after you workout, and you never want to pick up another dumbbell again. But when you do, it gets easier until you can lift that heavyweight …

Nike Pays Homage to the Victorious U.S Women’s National Soccer Team with This Amazing Ad Video

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They didn’t just beat the Netherlands in a 2-0 win to claim their fourth world cup title. The incredible players of the U.S Women’s National Soccer Team (USWNT) broke an unending list of records throughout the tournament, going on to become the first team to score the most goals in a single game in world…

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Road Trials of Electrified Vehicles Equipped with High-Efficiency Solar Batteries to Begin

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Toyota, Sharp, and NEDO to begin public road trials of electrified vehicles equipped with high-efficiency solar batteries Toyota has announced today that it will begin to test electrified vehicles fitted with new high-efficiency solar batteries from late July 2019. The vehicles are equipped with solar cells that Toyota claims can boost the range by 35…

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Here Are 10 Genuine Ways You Can Help Someone Who’s Receiving Cancer Treatment

Pierre Van ZylCancer, Heal, Health Awareness, Learn, Move, News + Discoveries, Opinion, Personal Growth + Development, Relationship

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We’ve all had the experience where a loved one is going through a tough time, whether it’s an illness, a death in the family, or another type of hardship. When these things happen, we want to do something to help them. In many instances, people say, “C…

The Secret to a Woman’s Happiness

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Most women have been conditioned to get married, be a good wife, mother and caretaker. While many men are taught to be themselves and marriage seems to just show up for them. It may be in the best interest for most men to marry, however, a behavioural scientist has found that unmarried women with no…

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Here’s Why Growing Up With Cousins Is So Awesome

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Cousins are amazing people to have. They are the closest thing to siblings without actually being so and our relationship with them doesn’t end just because they or we move to another city.  Throughout our lives, our cousins play different special roles. From our toddler days to our declining years, we recognize our cousins —…

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Screen Your Vision With These 9 Visual Tricks: Can You Really See As Well As You Think?

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Optical illusions occur when your brain simply doesn’t believe your eyes, or perhaps it can’t decode the information coming from the optical nerve. In simpler terms, the eyes are using color, light, and patterns to fool the brain, leading it to make quick and unconscious inferences [1]. You could see two lines that look obviously…

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A Nova Scotian Self-Written Obituary Reminds People to “Live a Little”

Pierre Van ZylCancer, Heal, Personal Growth + Development

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What would you do if you were diagnosed with incurable cancer? In Bailey Matheson’s obituary, she encourages people to “live a little”. Diagnosed two years ago, Bailey Matheson reminds us that “none of us know how long we’re here, so you might as well enjoy it. Enjoy the ride.” Bailey grew up in Cape Breton,…

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6 Hard Truths About Losing A Parent

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Just thinking about losing a parent is an unbearable thought. Parents are some of the most important people in our lives, and whether we’re in contact with them or not, losing a ‘life giver’ puts us through a series of emotional changes. We all owe life death, and at some point, we will still have…

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Flex Your Brain A Bit With This Challenging Riddle: “What Has An Eye But Cannot See?”

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Think. You know this. It might be tricky, but give it your best shot before scrolling down further. Riddles can be timeless, ageless, and even helpful for our noggins. No matter how young or old you are, riddles give your brain a workout and help lift your mood. Here a few benefits of having fun…

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Sarah Michelle Gellar Pushes BFF Selma Blair Around Disneyland in a Wheelchair

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Actor Selma Blair was recently spotted enjoying a family day at Disneyland. She was there with her 7-year-old son, Arthur, her best friend and Cruel Intentions co-star Sarah Michelle Gellar; and Sarah’s children, 9-year-old Charlotte, and 6-year-old Rocky. Selma took turns between being pushed in a wheelchair by Sarah and using it for support to walk while her…

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Forget Coffins or Boxes: This Company Swirls You Into Unique Glass Art Creations When You Die

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Here at The Hearty Soul, we’ve shared with you why grief isn’t something to try to avoid, and it isn’t something to try to “just get over“, either. Whether you’ve lost a parent, a dear friend, or even a beloved family pet, it’s important to acknowledge your loss and celebrate the life of your loved…

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