Category: Lifestyle Blog

Burnout is usually blamed on doing too much. But more often, it’s a focus problem not a time one. Behavioral scientist and psychologist Dr. Zelana Montminy studies what happens when our attention is stretched too thin and our nervous systems never fully power down. Her work centers on resilience, clarity, and mental fitness in a…

Stress doesn’t always show up as a crisis. Sometimes it looks like a packed calendar, too much screen time, skipped meals, or the feeling that you’re always a step behind. It builds quietly in the background of daily life until your body starts asking for attention in louder ways. Eventually, your body begins firing off…

Forget packaged snack mixes. These roasted cashews, almonds, peanuts, and pecans are tossed in a maple-chili glaze until caramelized, spicy, and crunchy. They hit the sweet-savoury spot while delivering protein and healthy fats that stabilize blood sugar between meals. This recipe was originally published in the January 2026 issue of alive magazine.

Every human who has walked the Earth has at some point stopped to gaze into the sunset, knowing that darkness will only last until that first light of the next day. Thousands of years later, we still can’t help but be moved by the display of sunset colours or feel energized by a bright, sunny…

Trade your second coffee for this vibrant beetroot latte―frothy, vanilla-kissed, and spiced with cinnamon. Beets naturally increase nitric oxide, which helps blood vessels relax and improve circulation. Blend them with protein powder, and you’ve got a cozy drink that doubles as muscle fuel. This recipe was originally published in the January 2026 issue of alive…

A well-organized home can make everyday life easier—and healthier. From reducing allergens and indoor toxins to lowering anxiety and improving sleep, small changes in how we manage our spaces can support both physical and mental well-being. We asked experts to share how transforming your environment can transform your life. Whether you’re working from home, raising…

Sometimes the best way to reset is with bold flavour. These grain-free tacos are stuffed with scrambled eggs, tangy kimchi, and a drizzle of creamy avocado dressing. The result is savoury, gut-friendly, and protein-rich―exactly what you want to carry you through a busy afternoon. This recipe was originally published in the January 2026 issue of…

If parenting came with a manual, the section on kids’ vitamins would still be full of footnotes, mixed messages, and at least one heated debate in the comments section. Bright gummies, cartoon characters, sugar posing as fruit flavor. Suddenly, choosing a vitamin feels more complicated than packing a school lunch your kid will actually eat.…

You’ve downloaded habit apps before. Set everything up on a motivated Sunday, felt that spark of possibility, then watched it all collapse by Thursday when life got in the way. The culprit isn’t your willpower. It’s that most habit trackers obsess over streaks without addressing why you break them. A red X on a calendar…

Wellness in 2026 is all about you. From DNA- and microbiome-based nutrition to wearable neurofeedback, wellness is advancing beyond one-size-fits-all advice toward deep personalization. “A wellness routine specifically designed based on individual preferences as well as taking into consideration any conditions or limitations they might have, whether physically, mentally, emotionally, or even spiritually or financially,…