School is more than just academics. There are extracurricular activities, social groups, cliques, and bullying. The days a child spends at school will shape their paths for the rest of their lives. Ensuring that your child has good values and present themselves with honour and dignity is no easy feat. Enrolling them in a martial…
DetailsWhen you think about yourself, do you see room for improvement? Are there areas in your life where you could use a little more structure and maybe even guidance? The majority of people would likely agree that yes, their lives could use a little improving in certain areas. By joining a martial arts class, over…
DetailsFrom Thanksgiving to New Year’s, there seems to be a constant theme of overindulgence; delicious food and bite-sized candy around every corner. It’s no secret that many people put on extra weight over the holidays and this is largely due to poor eating habits. Between the hustle and bustle of holiday after holiday and the…
DetailsIt’s no surprise that children would rather play with their friends and their toys than study for math class. But if a child is struggling with math in school, you need to be proactive as a parent and do everything that you can to make learning fun and to ensure your child doesn’t fall behind…
DetailsDo you wake up in the mornings feel as though you could easily turn over and go back to sleep? Or do you inevitably hit that wall of exhaustion every day where it feels like a struggle to focus on anything? We know the feeling! Many of us suffer from that frustrating exhaustion where it…
DetailsAs the trees begin to shed and the cooler weather arrives, it can feel as natural as anything to hibernate into our warm and fuzzies each evening, curling up to watch endless hours of Netflix. But it’s important to keep your body active and limber, even when you feel like doing anything but exercising. That’s…
DetailsObesity is becoming more of a dangerous epidemic in Canada that is plaguing not only adults, but our children as well. It’s hard to escape the presence of unhealthy food. Whether it’s the abundance of fast food joints that are located everywhere you turn, or the stores that strategically place those sugar-loaded treats located just…
DetailsIf the idea of standing up in front of a crowd of people makes you want to run, take some comfort in knowing that you’re certainly not alone. When it comes to presenting in front of your class, we know how much anxiety that can stir up. There’s always a point throughout those academic years…
DetailsNo matter how hard we may try to avoid falling victim to the woes of stress, it can seem like an undefeatable challenge some days. Between the morning and evening commute, the transit delays, the angry passengers, the pile of deadlines, and not enough time to simply relax – we can often forget just to…
DetailsAs a kid, you had no problem running up to your new neighbours and introducing yourself, or meeting other kids at school that would soon become your friends. But as you get older, it’s not such an easy endeavour, especially when you’ve taken on a whole new city. Making new friends while getting settled in…
DetailsSoda: that four letter word that tempts us just about everywhere we go, from vending machines to fast food restaurants, convenience stores, and grocery check-outs. It feels like there’s no escaping its fizzy, sugary allure. If you haven’t noticed just how prevalent these drinks are, just wait until you try to quit them. Between the…
DetailsWith high-tech gear taking over just about everything these days, it’s more difficult than ever to really stay focused on academic material and avoid the temptations of that blinking phone, tablet, or computer. Thankfully, that’s where mobile apps can help. We all recognize the struggles of fending off procrastination, so why not take advantage of…
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