

Visit to a Candy Store
The expression “like a kid in a candy store” usually refers to something other than a visit to an actual candy store. But last week, I...


5 Tips for Coping with Holiday Stress
Somehow, the holidays are right around the corner, and while they’re generally happy occasions, they also come with many expectations....


3 Ways to Go Deeper with Gratitude
You’ve probably heard how beneficial it is to cultivate gratitude, maybe even keep a gratitude journal. That’s all well and good, but it...


Reflections on “The Weight of Love”
A few weeks ago, I listened to an episode of the podcast Death, Sex & Money called “The Weight of Love” , which involved people talking...


Eating While on Vacation
I recently went to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, for a couple of days, and it may not surprise you to know that I thought a lot about food when...


Be Responsible or Practice Self-Care?
How often do you face the decision to continue being responsible and “adulting” or taking a break and practicing self-care? And how often...


How Heavy Women Should Be Portrayed
Last week, I watched the movie Falling for Figaro , and while I liked it in general, I loved one part. The portrayal of Millie, the...


5 Delights of Food
Have you thought lately about what you love about food, or what about food delights you? If not, I don’t think you’re alone. All too...


Why Do We Multitask While Eating?
It’s no secret that many people try to multitask while eating or multitask in general. But why do we do this? And especially why do we do...


Snacks Aren’t Required for a Movie
A couple of weeks ago, I started watching a movie on Hulu and prepared to sit through a minute or two of ads before the movie began. But...