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Nov 213 min read

How to Build a Simple Life

40% of Canadians say their personal level of stress is greater than it was a year ago, and over half (58%) notice others around them are...

"I can't go outside! I'll catch a cold. I just showered, and my hair is wet!"

Todd Rowley

Nov 184 min read

"I can't go outside! I'll catch a cold. I just showered, and my hair is wet!"

The idea that walking around with wet hair can lead to a cold is so ingrained in our culture that most of us...

The Fentanyl Crisis and Its Impact on Unborn and Newborn Babies

Todd Rowley

Oct 223 min read

The Fentanyl Crisis and Its Impact on Unborn and Newborn Babies

The fentanyl crisis has escalated into a significant public health issue in both Canada and the US, with devastating consequences for many.

The Snake and Staff: Unraveling the Medical Profession’s Ancient Symbol

Todd Rowley

Oct 104 min read

The Snake and Staff: Unraveling the Medical Profession’s Ancient Symbol

Why would a profession centred on healing and care adopt a creature often associated with danger?

Todd Rowley

Sep 243 min read

I Might Be Introverted...But am I Shy?

Labels like "introvert" and "shy" are often thrown around interchangeably. This can lead to misunderstandings and misrepresentations of...

VanLife Unfiltered: Adventure, Simplicity, and Self-Discovery in a Changing Trend

Todd Rowley

Sep 115 min read

VanLife Unfiltered: Adventure, Simplicity, and Self-Discovery in a Changing Trend

The #VanLife movement, once a small community of adventurers and minimalists, has surged in popularity, captivating people with...

Fernweh: The Irresistible Call of the Unknown

Todd Rowley

Sep 64 min read

Fernweh: The Irresistible Call of the Unknown

I often dwell in new places with mountains and rivers, waves and songbirds. These places are often...

The Art of Paying Attention: How Focus Fuels Curiosity

Todd Rowley

Sep 55 min read

The Art of Paying Attention: How Focus Fuels Curiosity

If you are like everyone else—and I bet you are—distractions buzz at us from every corner, and paying attention is becoming a lost art.

Todd Rowley

Aug 305 min read

The Evolution of the Bicycle

From its humble beginnings as a simple, foot-propelled machine to the sleek, electric-powered models of today, the bicycle has...

The Path Through the Woods: Life’s Challenges and the Journey Beyond

Todd Rowley

Aug 285 min read

The Path Through the Woods: Life’s Challenges and the Journey Beyond

There’s something deeply metaphorical about a walk in the woods. The crunch of leaves underfoot, the whisper of the wind through the trees,

The Power of Music: How Your Playlist Shapes Your Mood

Todd Rowley

Aug 266 min read

The Power of Music: How Your Playlist Shapes Your Mood

Have you ever noticed how a particular song can instantly lift your spirits, or how a melancholic tune can bring a tear to your eye?

The Pursuit of Happiness: What Does It Really Mean?

Contributor

Aug 216 min read

The Pursuit of Happiness: What Does It Really Mean?

Happiness is a word that sparks images of laughter, joy, and contentment. But have you ever thought about what happiness really means?

Waves of Relaxation: The Sounds of Waves and the Impact on Well-Being

Todd Rowley

Jul 293 min read

Waves of Relaxation: The Sounds of Waves and the Impact on Well-Being

We live on a planet that is 70% water, and our bodies are made up of 60% water.

Todd Rowley

Jul 243 min read

Nature Journaling

Nature Journaling - Where to begin