There is no doubt that Singapore has taken a very short time to become a developed country. One of the beneficiaries of this transformation are women, who have now taken greater roles in the society. According to Immigration to Singapore Service, more women from outside Singapore are seeking permanent residency to join the ever-growing number of citizens who are women. However, the pressure from traditional family roles seems to be a major hindrance for women in the country. This conflict is … [Read more...]
How to heal your wounds more quickly
Whether you’ve had a minor or a major surgical procedure, you may find yourself left with a wound that is both uncomfortable and unsightly. It’s natural to want to make a full recovery and get back to living the way you did before the operation as quickly as possible, but trying to do too much, too soon can actually set back the healing process. Here are some tips on the best ways to get back to your old self. Stick to your doctor’s orders If your doctor tells you to avoid swimming, to cut … [Read more...]
Strategies For Dealing With Health Issues
Whether you like it or not, there may be a time in your life when you’re faced with an unwanted health issue. This can be devastating and hard to deal with initially. You may have the tendency to curl up in a ball and try to hide from it all. While this is fine to do at first, it’s not healthy or a good idea for the long term. You need to accept the fact that you’re going through a tough time and put your problem-solving hat on. This is the perfect opportunity to find the strength you’ve been … [Read more...]
How to Plan The Perfect Vacation With Disabled Travelers
Planning a trip for your entire family can take time and effort. However, if you are the parent or care giver for a special needs child or disabled family member, then you will appreciate just how much of a challenge that this can be. You know how much preparation is required even if you are just leaving the house to go to the store, while reaching your destination and having a fun day out can be something of a miracle. Planning the perfect vacation with disabled travelers requires a whole new … [Read more...]
Simple Ways to Lower Your Daily Stress Levels
It is so easy to become stressed out in the fast-paced and busy environment of our everyday lives. Balancing work, family, friends, and everything else can very quickly start to overwhelm us, and serve as a serious drain on our mental health and wellbeing. While it might, in our very darkest times, be tempting to drop all our responsibilities and go live a simpler life in a secluded cabin out in the forest, there are simpler methods of reducing stress levels you might want to consider … [Read more...]
What to Look Forward to as You Grow Older
While for many, the advance of age can be something to shock and scare, it is really all a matter of perspective. Getting older doesn’t have to be a miserable experience - in fact, having a miserable attitude about it will only increase the chances that it becomes so. A self-fulfilling prophecy, if you will. Your attitude can really make all the difference, and if you look on the bright side and remind yourself of the positive aspects of growing older continually, you’re going to enjoy the whole … [Read more...]
DIY Tips to Be a Stylish Mom
Being a mom is a tough job and requires a lot of your energy and attention. Add in trying to manage a household and look your best, and you have a real challenge on your hands. The good news is that you can make it all work with a few minor adjustments. All it takes is paying attention to how you carry yourself and putting yourself first sometimes so you can look and feel your best. You’ll be glad you did once you experience the results and realize how happy you feel in your own skin. See … [Read more...]
Five self-help tips to quit smoking
If you’re a smoker wanting to give up, you don’t need to be told that it’s going to be tough – you probably already know that. But quitting could be the best thing you ever do, helping to improve your health and wellbeing – and putting the habit behind you for good. So, where do you start? What do you do when you get cravings? Who can support you? All questions you’re likely to have swirling around your head. Here are some tips to help set you on the path to a smoke-free life. Don’t be … [Read more...]
Tips on Looking After Your Body as You Grow Older
Age is something that happens to everyone, and although some might not like getting older, the truth is that you cannot prevent it. However, just because you are getting older, it doesn’t mean that you should be less fit or active than you have always been. Although you might not be able to do all the things you used to, you can still keep fit in both body and mind. Here are some ideas you can use to protect your body and brain as you get older. Positive Attitude One of the best ways to … [Read more...]