Month: December 2020

Buyer, beware! How to avoid falling victim to a pet store or online puppy scam

December 28, 2020

As consumers finalize their Christmas shopping plans, the Humane Society of the United States encourages families to avoid buying puppies from pet stores and online sellers. Pet stores typically source from puppy mills–which often are associated with hidden illnesses, overwhelming veterinary bills and a cycle of suffering for mother dogs–as do online puppy sellers, and that’s […]

5 of the Healthiest Alcohol Drinks for the Holidays

December 28, 2020

It’s no secret that liquor sales are up and Americans are increasing their alcohol consumption more than ever since the pandemic began. Aside from the major potential risks of dependence or addiction, alcohol consumption can also lead to increased body fat and loss of lean muscle mass, increased risk of cancer, and many other serious […]

Day 1 – What A Difference A Bit Of Gratitude Makes

December 27, 2020

Let’s Talk About Gratitude Some think of gratitude as a characteristic, while others feel it’s a skill. Some even believe the concept to be a practice. These are all correct, actually. Today, we’ll start this mini-challenge by exploring the definition of gratitude. Then we’ll talk about its benefits and move on to share ways you […]