I recently moved from a concrete jungle of a city to a small town by the water, approximately three hours northeast of where I was. The area is known as The Kawarthas and with its 250+ lakes and rivers in the vicinity, it is an outdoor paradise – even in winter. In living here nearlyContinue reading “Physical, Psychological, and Social Benefits of Living Near Water”
Category Archives: Perspectives
The Essence of Honor in Work: Recognizing Dignity in Every Task
In this day and age of rising prices and difficulty making ends meet, many have taken on second jobs, or to use the colloquial term, “side hustles.” Many of these side hustles include restaurant work, housecleaning, working retail, or some other role that is often looked down upon by certain segments of society. However, inContinue reading “The Essence of Honor in Work: Recognizing Dignity in Every Task”
Discovering Small-Town Living: Community, Nature, and Security
It has been 10 months since I moved from a bustling city/region of 650,000 people (about half the population of Hawaii) to a village of 1,000 people at most. It is located a half hour north of a city of 85,000 so all the major amenities are nearby. I wasn’t sure I’d manage all rightContinue reading “Discovering Small-Town Living: Community, Nature, and Security”
Avoiding Vague and Overused Language in Product Press Releases
Using the word “solution” in a press release about a new product is tempting, as it implies the product addresses a problem or fills a need. However, there are several reasons why this term should be avoided, as it can be vague, overused, and lack specificity. Firstly, the term “solution” is overly generic and failsContinue reading “Avoiding Vague and Overused Language in Product Press Releases”
Why Adult Siblings Drift Apart: Exploring the Factors
Adult siblings drifting apart is a complex and common phenomenon influenced by various psychological, social, and environmental factors. I’m one who has experienced this firsthand as the surviving siblings rarely contact one another, if at all. There are many reasons why adult siblings drift apart, especially after the parents – who often serve as theContinue reading “Why Adult Siblings Drift Apart: Exploring the Factors”
John Berkovich Talks 