Carolina Avendano
Carolina is a Canada-based writer and journalist who enjoys learning and sharing information about how to lead a meaningful life. She is passionate about traditional culture, handmade crafts, the connection between humans and nature, and human rights.
The Art of Italian Coffee: How to Enjoy ‘Caffè’ the Italian Way
Although coffee has its roots in Ethiopia, this popular drink has evolved differently around the world. In particular, the unique Italian coffee culture, shaped over the centuries, has become an icon of the Italian way...
6 Ways to Explore the Shore
In many places around the world, summer is a synonymous with sunscreen, water, beach sand and fun. It is the perfect time to be outdoors, enjoy nature and create lasting memories. While the beach is...
4 Uplifting Habits to Elevate Daily Life
It’s easy to get caught up in the grind. From morning to night we might be busy with routine tasks that bring little satisfaction. Although daily routines lend structure and predictability, they come with unfortunate...
Splashy Fun Without a Pool – 6 Freshwater Alternatives
At the height of summer, many of us are drawn towards the water — for relief, fun, and relaxation. While a dip in the pool is a popular pastime, swimming pools are not always an...
Navigating Sunscreens to Find the Right Protection for You
Summer is here, and many of us have already been exposed to the warm sun rays. With the excitement of summer fun, it’s easy to forget to protect our skin from the sun; but preventing...
Three Coffee Rituals From Around the World You Should Experience at Least Once
Coffee is as ancient as some of the oldest human civilizations. Served hot or cold, with sugar, milk or on its own, this beverage has evolved differently in various parts of the world, molding cultures...
The Origin of Father’s Day – Born Out of One Daughter’s Wish to Honor Her Single Dad
Sonora Smart Dodd lost her mother, Ellen, when she was 16. It was the late 1800s, a time when large families were common, and Ellen's death left Sonora and her five younger siblings under the...
Ditch Digital Addiction and Get Your Life Back on Track – 10 Tips
Most statistics agree that the majority of us have some degree of digital addiction. We rarely leave home without our smartphones, and depend on them to them to check the bus time, pay for coffee,...
Keeping Cool on a Budget – 6 Tips
Summer is fast approaching and the warmer days of spring are already knocking on our doors. They reassure us that the long winter months are gone, but also remind us that summer swelters are ahead....
Tibetan Butter Tea – A Tasty Tradition From the Tibetan Plateau
Salty, slightly thick and rich, Tibetan butter tea is an acquired taste for Westerners; but for Tibetans, this beverage garnishes every occasion – from ordinary conversations to grand celebrations. As the name suggests, butter is...
Biking to Work Can Boost Your Mental Health: Cycling Study
As a casual activity, bicycling can be a fun and healthy way to spend time outdoors. As a serious sport, it can help you tone your lower-body muscles, build endurance and improve your body's aerobic...
After Eight Mother’s Days Without Her, I Appreciate My Mom More Than Ever
Mother's Day always reminds me of how hard it was to wake up for school when I was little. The 5 a.m. sky is dark in my hometown, Bogotá, Colombia, and it was always accompanied...