Two-thirds of the world’s population live in cities. That number has increased with globalization. But is city living as exciting as its fans claim? Living in a bustling city has perks and pitfalls. If you want to move into one, weigh them first. The Positive Impact of City Living Without a doubt, living in a city has selling points. These advantages are why…
We promise you that this Facebook post will make you reconsider everything about your life. We all know the saying, "life is too short" and more often than not it takes something monumental for this statement to sink in. It's so easy to look at others, particularly on social media and thinks their life is full of love, happiness, friends, babies, and enjoyment.…
Fear of commitment is a common phobia, and even those who are comfortable with making some commitments in their lives don't do so lightly. Before we talk about the fear of commitment, let's give a definition of the word "commitment" first. It means a pledge, and something binding you to a particular path of action. It therefore inevitably reduces your field of possibilities.…
Perhaps in response to the rampant consumerism of the ‘80s and ‘90s or perhaps as a coping mechanism during and after the recent economic recession, minimalism has become one of the trendiest lifestyles of late. Minimalist life preaches a few simple and attractive philosophies: Less is more: Having fewer possessions grants more individual freedom. The inessential can be eliminated: It is possible to…
I’d like to preface this article by briefly pointing out what I mean by being real. Being real is not the same thing as being cruel or malicious. Criticizing people, insulting them, and pointing out their failures for sport is not being real, it's being abusive. Being real is about taking the time and making the effort to be genuine with people, and…
Since time immemorial, people have perceived religion and spirituality as the path to a meaningful life. The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying by Sogyal Rinpoche is a guide to leading an engaging and fulfilling existence. This thought-provoking book will help you see death as a new possibility instead of the end of the road. The lessons that you can draw from this…
Brutal truths are the hardest truths to face. But facing them and ceasing to live under illusions are not only acts of self-liberation, but ones that empower you to be a better person. There are some brutal truths about life that most people choose to neglect because they make them feel uncomfortable. What about you, do you choose to ignore or to face…
Life can be filled with financial hardships that are extremely tough and sometimes you just need a little bit of help. Getting a loan can be a difficult thing for someone who is facing financial hardships, struggling to pay bills and keep up with rent or mortgage payments. Even if there are two of you working, things can still get behind and you soon…