Category: Lifestyle Blog
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Addicted to Drama? Psychologist Scott Lyons Explains Why—and How to Heal
Most of us know someone who always seems to be in the middle of a crisis—or maybe we recognize that pattern in ourselves. The constant highs and lows, the emotional reactivity, the whirlwind that seems to follow certain people wherever they go—it can feel like life is one big performance. But what if that need…
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Italian Sheet-Pan Bison Meatballs with Spaghetti
Gluten-free almond flour is the trick to keeping these bison meatballs tender and juicy. This riff on spaghetti and meatballs gets a healthy makeover with simple ingredient swaps. With familiar flavours, it’s great for cooks looking to try bison or buffalo for the first time. This recipe was originally published in the June 2025 issue…
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I Tried This Metabolism Tincture to Feel Summer-Ready—Let’s Just Say, It Delivered
Here’s the situation: I’m a bridesmaid in my best friend’s wedding this summer. In Italy. The Amalfi Coast, to be specific. It’s the kind of trip you start romanticizing months in advance—flowy dresses, aperol spritzes, all the pasta you can handle, and a whole lot of photos you can’t untag. Naturally, I want to feel…
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Buffalo Mozzarella Toasts with Roasted Tomatoes and Fruit
Buffalo-milk cheese (mozzarella or feta), roasted cherry tomatoes, and fruit top sourdough toasts for a breakfast, snack, or BBQ side that’s both savoury and sweet. This recipe was originally published in the June 2025 issue of alive magazine.
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Why Your Healing Journey Feels Stuck—And How to Finally Break Free
We’ve been told healing takes time. That it’s nonlinear. That the tears, breakdowns, and self-help spirals are all just part of the process. But what if that narrative isn’t just incomplete—but actively keeping us stuck? Enter Bizzie Gold, founder of Break Method and the author behind Your Brain Is a Filthy Liar, a sharp and…
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This Spicy Strawberry Aguachile Is the Vegetarian Showstopper You Didn’t Know You Needed
If you’ve ever wanted your vegetarian meals with a side of sass—and maybe a cocktail or two—Mamrie Hart has you covered. The New York Times best-selling author, comedian, podcast host, and YouTube legend just dropped her new cookbook, All I Think About Is Food: A Vegetarian Cookbook That’ll Keep the Party Going , and it’s…
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Protected: Just Say Hello!
Can we offer a smile to someone we don’t know and just say “hello”? We have a wonderful opportunity to give to others and learn how wonderful they all are. You may remember the famous movie, The King and I. Deborah Kerr sang a beautiful song, “Getting to Know You,” to the children she taught:…
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AI Life Coach: Your Secret Weapon for Personal and Professional Growth
Many mid-career professionals hit a plateau. You have big personal and career goals, but busy schedules and dwindling motivation can stall progress. Traditionally, hiring a human life coach was the go-to solution for getting back on track. But today, an AI life coach might actually be a better fit. An AI life coach is essentially…
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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2025: 10 Stylish + Wellness-Focused Gifts for the Modern Dad
Whether he’s into biohacking or breakfast salt, sleep scores or suede loafers, this year’s Father’s Day gift guide is designed with the modern dad in mind. Gone are the days of generic ties and tired gadgets—this is a curated collection of elevated essentials that span wellness, tech, fashion, food, and design. Each pick is thoughtful,…
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Heat Waves on the Mind
Last year was the world’s hottest year in recorded history, with Canada warming twice as fast as the global average. It turns out that your brain plays a role in helping you cope with the next heat wave, but it needs some support in the face of rising temperatures. The thermostat of your body Deep…