4 mins read

Failing at Fitness

Once again I found myself surrounded by a sea of senior citizens who had bodies so taut their limbs looked like Twizzlers. I was the youngest in the group by at least 40 years and the least in shape. We were all decked out in our finest lululemon leggings and workout tanks. The instructor yelled…

1 min read

College Safety 101: Miss Independent’s Guide to Empowerment, Confidence, & Staying Safe

Didn’t you wish you had a book with all the DOs and DONTs for when you were in college? You know, to keep you from eating that bad dining hall food or steer you away from peer pressure. Well, “College Safety 101: Miss Independent’s Guide to Empowerment, Confidence, & Staying Safe” is a great introductory guide for the young woman’s transition to college, specifically to give her the confidence to make the right decisions. So you won’t be told what not to eat, but it will certianly shed some light on how to keep yourself safe on and off campus.

2 mins read

How to Choose a Therapist for My Child

Child therapists cover a variety of situations, including abuse, behavioral problems, anger, bullying and social difficulties. No matter why your child needs a therapist, the selection process is crucial. A therapist who meshes well with your child is more likely to make progress toward helping your child deal with the root problems. Experience and schooling of the therapist is only one aspect when looking for a qualified therapist. The professional’s attitude, philosophy and method of interacting with children also plays a role in finding a match for your child.

3 mins read

Fun Educational Kid Games

Lots of educational games for today’s kids are synonymous for fun. While kids are entertained and engaged in a variety of educational games, they are also learning, practicing or polishing various skills, in such areas as science, math, reading and logic. These fun educational games are available as boxed and packaged games, computer games or on-line games.