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Why I March: Women's March - Toronto

Title header - Women's March on Washington - Toronto - google image This weekend I was proud to be one of the peaceful, pink hats, people/protesters. Even though I didn't have a pink hat, and as much as I wanted one, I didn't let that stop me from getting dressed and getting out to join the march. I put on my brightest pink lipstick and pink tunic top and marched my ass downtown because this pussy fights back. No tiny hand is gonna grab my pussy! Us nasty women (and men) fight like a girl out in the streets as sisters in solidarity with signs that scream loud and clear.   The Stats Women's March Toronto - People in peaceful protest - Nathan Phillip's Sq - google image The march was reportedly the biggest in America's h-er-story amassing to the tune of 2.9 million according to a   Google document .  In Canada, it's bordering neighbor to the North, we also showed up in record numbers in support of our sisters in solidarity: An esti

4 Ways To Cope With Culture Shock

Title image: pretty young lady on retro phone A lot of people think of culture shock as something new immigrants to a country goes through or an experience privy only to those who move to a different, strange or foreign environment. But culture shock is the feelings of stress, anxiety, uncertainty one gets when they are faced with unfamiliar culture in life, business or social environment. According to google, it is: The feeling of disorientation experienced by someone who is suddenly subjected to an unfamiliar culture, way of life, or set of attitudes. Culture shock can be experienced even by the most open-minded and culturally diverse or sensitive people. In wake of the new presidential election in the USA, many people in the world will be forced to cope with the new global culture or withdraw. U ndoubtedly, the pot will be stirred. Things will become unfamiliar for even the most culturally diverse person. Being an immigrant and first generation Canadian, I certainly und

7 Must Make Resolutions for 2017

Happy 2017! The beginning of the new year means time to begin a new chapter in your life or career and give yourself a fresh start! Maybe you've seen my New Years Eve Apothecary Jar of 365 Noteworthy Things To Do in 2017 or maybe you've decided to change some old habits, reduce stress, switch up your spending or eating habits, or simply spend more time with your family or friends. Whatever it is, I am sure it is noteworthy! Taking time out of your busy schedule to reflect on the past year and think about ways to improve your personal and professional aspirations is definitely a great way start the new year. Without any further ado, here are my top seven 2017 resolutions to help you claim this year yours! 1. Resolve To Be Your Best Self Ever! camera Being yourself is not necessarily the best thing you can be. Some of us have toxic behavior that truly doesn't serve us too well. But trying to be someone else is stifling. So, this year, don't be yourself. D