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Change is a process, not an event

Many people with compulsive eating problems report feeling out of control of their bodies and ability to change. ne thing to consider is that change is not an event. It is a process that occurs over time, with many smaller or related changes happening along the way.

The surest way to avoid costs related to collisions is to not have them in the first place

About 80 per cent of the premiums that ICBC collects each year are paid out again to settle collision claims. If you are like me, we pay just over $500 per year for our basic insurance. That means we have paid at least $400 per year directly out of our pockets for collisions whether we were in one or not!

Older adults at greater risk of being affected by hot weather and sun

Older adults are at a greater risk of being affected by the hot weather and sun during summer months. There are many physiological changes that affect a senior’s ability to stay cool during the summer months.

Start planning now for a debt-free Christmas

It is more likely that you are planning your summer vacation than having started your Christmas shopping — but by getting going right now on some early Yule holiday financial planning, you can give yourself the gift of a debt-free Christmas.
Aspirin water can be beneficial to plants

Aspirin water can be beneficial to plants

Plants have the ability to activate a range of self-defences in response to attacks by pathogens and parasites, including Systemic acquired resistance (SAR) and induced systemic resistance (ISR).

Wait patiently when you see a slow-moving funeral procession

This is a column on etiquette and consideration for others that has little to do with safety and everything to do with respect. I was asked to write on the subject of funeral processions by the friend of a family whose members were upset at the lack of thought shown by other drivers entering and leaving the procession to the cemetery.
Baby wildlife keeps MARS very busy

Baby wildlife keeps MARS very busy

Baby wildlife continues to keep the Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society very busy, with new patients being admitted on a daily basis.

A summer job is a great chance to teach life lessons in income management

A teen's first summer job is a great time for life lessons in income management. Money management is an important life lesson everybody needs to learn and, with your teen about to enjoy a regular payday for the first time, you have the perfect window of opportunity to pass along some good information that will put them on the fast track to future financial success

Passing on the right is prohibited in B.C.

I hope that an article about passing on the right might help at least some drivers understand the rules and help improve the driving community.
Newfoundland serves up drama in the most unlikely places

Newfoundland serves up drama in the most unlikely places

Rural Newfoundland has a vibrant performing arts scene.