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Social media mistakes that lose followers

Social media mistakes that lose followers

If you’re a business trying to boost your brand and increase your following, you’ve surely read all the articles about how to get likes, how to increase your following, and how best to use Instagram tools. But what may be equally important to a company interested in improving its social presence, generate sales, and maximize […] … learn more→

What about your personal injuries?

What about your personal injuries?

It is a beautiful day, you’re safely and sensibly driving down the street, peacefully keeping yourself to yourself when, all of a sudden – ka-Boom!  Someone runs a stop sign and smashes into your car.  It’s not your fault.  And your day’s already chock full of deadlines, personal multi-tasks and a maybe even concert tickets.  […] … learn more→

Loneliness is contagious – and here’s how to beat it

Loneliness is contagious – and here’s how to beat it

Loneliness is a common condition affecting around one in three adults. It damages your brain, immune system, and can lead to depression and suicide. Loneliness can also increase your risk of dying prematurely as much as smoking can – and even more so than obesity. If you feel lonely, you tend to feel more stressed in […] … learn more→

More of us are opting for ‘digital detox’ holidays

More of us are opting for ‘digital detox’ holidays

John Briggs, a 40-year-old on holiday, texted his wife Shirley: “Look at the glacier out there.” He waited for the reply, which came through on his mobile. At the time they were sitting next to one another on board the deck of their small cruise ship, along northern Alaska’s icy shores. This interaction was reported […] … learn more→

5 ways to save money on fuel costs while in College

5 ways to save money on fuel costs while in College

It’s easy to boost your car’s overall fuel efficiency by as much as 30 percent with simple vehicle maintenance and paying attention to how you drive. Below are a few tips that will see you reduce on greenhouse gas emissions. Another great resource worth checking out can be found at https://www.drivingguide.com/. Plus, these tips could […] … learn more→

What drugs are students taking and why are they taking them?

What drugs are students taking and why are they taking them?

For many students, the move away to university is the first time living away from home. And with all the freedoms independent living entails, it’s maybe not surprising then that drug use tends to be much higher among students than the general population. The 2017 Crime Survey of England and Wales found that around one in […] … learn more→

Combat student stress with exercise and balance

Combat student stress with exercise and balance

The stress situation isn’t getting any better for Americans. Between work and family obligations, school, politics, and too many activities, we’re more stressed than ever. In January 2017, 80% of Americans reported at least one symptom of stress in the past month. We’ve all heard about how bad stress is for our health and well-being—it […] … learn more→