Category: Personal development
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How To Find Confidence To Tackle DIY Projects
DIY projects are one of those things that sound fun in theory—until you’re standing in the middle of a hardware store, staring at a wall of tools you don’t recognize, wondering what on earth you’ve gotten yourself into. The good news? You’re not alone. Everyone starts somewhere, and confidence isn’t something you need before you…
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Retirement Is Bad: Rethinking the Traditional Concept of Retirement
When I was 55, I tried the idea of a traditional retirement. After a couple of weeks, I felt miserable. I felt that my life had no meaning and got bored quite quickly. So, I decided to continue working, and I believe I will work for the rest of my life. I work as a…
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An escape room inspired by famous films—feel like a cinematic hero!
Escape rooms in Calgary, created from well-known films, offer a unique opportunity to enter the world of favourite characters and, moreover, experience life as part of the movie. If you happen to be a devoted fan of «The Matrix» or «Harry Potter», you will definitely enjoy this form of entertainment. These types of quests are…
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What to Do When You Find Yourself in Trouble in Life
As much as we’d all love for our lives to go to plan, that doesn’t always happen. Curve balls always seem to be thrown at us – often in the times that we could do without them – and it’s not always that easy to dodge them. So, if you find yourself in a position…
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The Frugal Gardener’s Guide to a Beautiful Yard: Budget-Friendly Tips and Tricks
A beautiful yard does not have to come with a huge price tag. With some strategic planning and a bit of creativity, you can create a lush, vibrant outdoor space while keeping costs to a minimum. Whether you are maintaining a lawn, planting flowers, or managing weeds, this guide is going to help you build…
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How Prosperity Can Make You a Generous Person
When I visit my family in my native Colombia, I always try to help out those family members who need help the most. As an immigrant arriving in Canada, I didn’t have the financial means to help anyone — I was struggling just to get by. But over the years, things have changed. Although I’ve…