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Living with a disability can be frustrating. Some disabilities make everyday tasks a little more difficult, while others make them almost impossible. But no matter what your challenge is, there is oft...

The Communication Skill You Were Never Taught

Being in my early 20s, I never thought about my weight. I never thought about having kids either. When I turned 21, I was pregnant with my first child and I had gained a little weight, but easily lost...

Do you want to slim down? If you need to lose a relatively small amount of weight, say five or ten pounds, your weight loss strategy will be different than a strategy designed for more significant wei...

As Spring seems to have sprung, we all know that Summer is not far behind; with Summer comes days at the beach, boating, barbecues, and lots of sunshine. It's, in one's own opinion, the best time of t...

If it weren't for Facebook, I wouldn't have remembered that today was my six year anniversary of the day I almost died. Actually, that's a lie, I knew it was coming up. I just didn't quite remember th...

It's been a while since I've last posted anything here on Vocal. That's because I felt somewhat uninspired. Don't get me wrong, the past three or four weeks have been really good, generally speaking. ...

Although not as well-known as some other essential minerals, magnesium is still just as important. Research has shown that about 80 percent of adults don’t consume enough magnesium-rich foods, like nu...

How Neglecting My Self-Care Led to a Mental Breakdown

Stress kills—no joke. Studies have shown that stress can lead to heart problems, overeating, depression, and a higher risk of suicide. If you want to live longer and enjoy your life, you need to tackle stress head on. I'm not going to lie; as panic-prone as I am, I have a hard time dealing with stress. It's rough for me, and I often need a little guidance or help to unwind. I know I'm not alone in this, and apparently, so do subscription box creators. After looking for some subscription boxes th...

You get a flat tire just as you’re getting ready to leave on an important business trip. Your laptop crashes right before a major deadline. A simple math mistake leaves your bank account overdrawn. Th...

I don’t know how I ended up here. I mean, I know physically, but in the grand scheme of things, it’s a huge question. If there’s some grand plan or someone in charge, like playing house with billions ...

This will all seem insignificant, small, to many. There are far greater griefs in the world and in my own life. This is not a grief, though, it is the harbouring of a burden. I know what I am about to...

I touched on this a couple of weeks ago but I wanted to revisit this topic, as I know many people do struggle with this on a daily basis. I shared with others about the struggles of living with a chro...

Coffee is a very popular drink worldwide. Part of the reason is caffeine, the psychoactive substance that amps up our mornings and keeps us alert throughout the day. However, your dedicated cup of joe...

Spinal cord injury, in its earliest stages, can leave some bed-bound. Those with spinal cord injury might find that moving causes pain or reverses the progress already made. This being said, exercise ...

When there is an injury present, blood usually follows right after. Bleeding is the body's way of trying to clean out the wound on it's own. The blood pushes out anything that may get inside and cause...

Headaches, back pain, fatigue, and even early wrinkles are very often induced by the poor choice of your bedding. It’s not only a matter of the mattress you sleep on. The right pillow is also importan...

Your health is the most valuable thing you can have, which is why it’s essential that you keep your family as healthy as possible. This is especially important today, since the busy lifestyle that mos...

Gaining height and looking attractive is a common wish amongst all. It is true that height plays a major role in boosting the persona of a person. You will find people always desperate to gain some he...

Eat it and you can shed pounds, improve your inclination, and feel considerably more empowered and glad. We've all heard breakfast is the most critical meal of the day, yet a significant number of us,...

We all know in the back of our minds, as we are nibbling on that treat portion of fries we got for lunch, that we should be eating healthier. But, we’re often unaware of what “eating healthy” even mea...

Our bodies are fragile ecosystems, which we must protect and maintain general health in, in every possible way, in order to improve the quality of our lives. An important cause of good functioning of ...

Watching your parents get older can be difficult. If they are beginning to struggle with mobility issues, now may be the time to have a discussion with them. But how do you approach the subject? When ...

Retirement is a new beginning. It’s never too late to get started, so plan for your upcoming days. When the earlier life is spent on fulfilling responsibilities, retirement comes with the feeling of r...

Working out, especially gym workouts, combined with the right supplement will provide you with the required energy, which will in turn help in preventing your mind and body from aging. Your brain is p...

Hi Guys, So, I am a small youtuber, who creates workouts both home and gym for people needing help with their fitness journeys! I am a qualified Fitness Instructor, and I help people hit their goals a...

They can happen to anyone and can significantly affect your workout routines and put a stop on your progress. So, it’s always best to be prepared and informed both on the subject of injuries and their...

Need a workout that will ease some of the aches and pains of pregnancy, while making you stronger and feel good about yourself? Then try the following exercises on a daily basis (or alternate days, as...

I was almost one of them. I was young and impressionable, in the age of instant information. As a young American with no family, I was poor and desperate, bitter about the health industry, and too poo...

Everywhere you look, it seems like there's a new story about how this food is good for you, this food is bad for you, you need to follow this diet, or you shouldn't eat that. But underlying all the fa...

Chocolate has become a popular food product that millions enjoy every day, because of its unique, rich, and sweet taste. It’s the ultimate comfort food, which helps us fight stress and find a reliable...

It was the 17th of November in 2018, when I first joined Spartan Race in Bright, Victoria. The event was the weekend Trifecta race, which means all categories were happening (Sprint, Super, Beast, Ult...

Injuries, especially in sports, happen a lot. When a person is injured, it’s up to them to stay on top of their health and ensure that they do not let their injury cause muscle loss or weight gain. It...

If you would have approached me ten years ago and told me that I was going to be a cross country runner in high school and fall in love with distance running for the rest of my life, I would have stra...

More people than ever before are learning to meditate as a way to relieve stress, gain focus, and keep themselves centered. It's a practice that has been scientifically proven to decrease stress and p...

Do you like the idea of meditation for your personal health and wellbeing? I can honestly say it has completely changed my life and it can do the same for you. The trick is to make time and create a h...

Meditating is a very powerful tool that we can use to keep our minds sharp and focused. Ever notice that you get lost in thought and forget what you were doing for the last 10 minutes? Well, that's ca...

"Let us bow before the noblest sages, Patanjali, who presented yoga for the serenity of the mind, grammar for clarity of words and medicine for keeping the body clean" B.K.S Iyengar The word "yoga" co...

There are so many reasons why people start doing yoga, whether it’s to get sweaty, try out something new, get social, improve flexibility, or learn how to be more ‘yogic’ off the mat. Whatever your st...

The first image that comes to the mind when one thinks of yoga is or quiet mornings, with the serenity so profound and the sun warming up to a bright day. The image itself is filled with positivity th...