Much research has been put into the topic of depression. However, much of its causes a still elude us and we are still searching for answers. A terrible misconception is that there is a cure all for depression and other mental health disorders. Depression has a cyclical nature that waxes and wanes. Depression can go…
One big misconception about trauma is that a person can “Just get over it”. That is not the case. The effects of trauma are strong and can be debilitating in the long run. The truth is that 1) we are not aware of how events profoundly affected our lives and 2) these events will at…
The term personality appears in most cultures. There are different reasons to explain what it is and why it occurs. In medieval times people attributed it to the balance of the four bodily humours. Other popular ideas about personality come from astrology, the zodiac, facial features and even blood type. In psychology one explanation for…
I’ve been a nail biter since childhood. For periods of time I could stop and grow my nails. However, I would always return to my bad habit. In my late 20s I decided to make more of an effort and have had great nails for over a year now. Here is what helped. Figuring Out…
Most of us are aware of the traditional fall colours. The oranges, reds and yellows naturally mimic the atmosphere around us. However, pink is becoming a fall trend in fashion. There are several reasons for this. Unique When we look around nature at the fall colours pink seems to be absent. Very few trees have…
In growing up many of us have come across the association that certain colours are associated with gender. Namely pink is for girls and blue is for boys. This feature is not as common as it used to be. However, it’s still prevalent and has a historical basis in our society. Some of this colour…
With the summer season upon us it’s essential that you have the right patio furniture. This means that you need furniture material that is durable against the weather elements. Patio furniture comes in contact with, pollution, skin oils, sunscreen, rain and UV Sunlight. So you need the best furniture materials. No Natural Fibers Natural fibers…
Outdoor furniture is great when it comes to enjoying your patio, deck, pool or balcony. However, you need professionally materials for the furniture fabric or it can get permanently damaged. Here are common problems you can come across when it comes to patio furniture. Fading or Discolouration Nylon and polyester are prone to fading and…
Patio furniture is great for socials and other get-togethers. However, you need professionally made outdoor furniture in order for your furniture to clean well and endure weather elements. One common problem for patio furniture is that it can discolour. This is caused by 3 main factors. Fading Patio furniture fading is mostly caused by strong…