Author: Life Lovers Magazine
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How to reconnect with home when you’re not physically there
My experience with feeling detached from “home” is that it ebbs and flows. I don’t constantly feel homesick, but now and again, I feel out of sorts and realise that I’m experiencing a disconnect from the place I’m physically in or the people around me. This can be brought on by anything really, from language…
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Traveling is about discovering and connecting with new places and people.
Connecting with different personalities can greatly enhance your travel experience by improving your ability to navigate diverse social situations, to communicate effectively, and to make the most of your interactions. Here are several ways in which connecting with new people during your travels will improve your life. By D_LEE
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The Cruising Kiwis on How Travel Has Helped Foster Connection and Solace
As a family, we embarked on a life-changing adventure in July 2018 on our 43-foot catamaran. Sailing the world’s oceans has compelled us to reevaluate life’s priorities and become more appreciative of the richness of traditions and the cultivation of appreciation, understanding, and respect for different perspectives and ways of life. Our journey has served…
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‘How to Keep Safe During Your Upcoming Off-Road Adventure’
What’s your dream vacation? For some, it’s doing absolutely nothing while being surrounded by nature, and for others, it’s action-packed! When it comes to driving ideas, not just for road trips but for really getting out there and experiencing your surroundings, one of the major go-tos is off-road driving. Just think about it: you’re out…
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Life on the Road Less Travelled
As a full-time traveller for the past six years, I’ve learned four valuable lessons from my life on the road less travelled. Stress is the biggest curse of our time, and removing it from my life brought me clarity and contentment. While travelling is exciting, the constant change can be overwhelming and make it hard…
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At What Point Should You “Feel Like An Adult”?
It’s a myth to think that people “feel” their age. Sure, our age affects our bodies, but in terms of who we are, how we live our lives, and the attitude we have, age is somewhat meaningless. There are eighty-year-olds with the vibrancy and zest for life as a twenty-year-old, and there are twenty-year-olds who…
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A Magical Light Show in the Great Smoky Mountains
Deep in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, an increasingly rare event happens every year in the late spring: a synchronous symphony of fireflies witnessed by the lucky few who make the effort to attend the show. Let me show you why this display of synchronized lights is so special and why it should be…
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Eid al-Fitr: A Celebration of Faith and Renewal
Have you ever thought about why Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr? Why do they fast the entire month of Ramadan? And why do Muslims love this month more than any other? Let’s get into the details about it in this article. By Syeda Juveria Afreen | SJA
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It’s Always A Good Time in Philadelphia: Discover The Birthplace of America
The Liberty Bell, Philly cheesesteaks, Eagles games and more await you in Philadelphia. Find out more about the American city that has them all. Foodies, history nerds and football aficionados alike, get ready to pack your bags and book your flight to the City of Brotherly Love.
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Science-Backed Strategies for Safeguarding Your Mental Health
The number of people struggling with mental health disorders has risen sharply over the past years, making this a true epidemic. Fortunately, the global scientific community has also been focusing intensely on this topic to find more efficient and sustainable solutions.
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It’s official! The French are going ga-ga over the Indian Cuisine.
The French and Indian cuisines, despite their geographical differences, share a common love for good food. The hype for Indian food in France is undeniable, with dishes like Tandoori Chicken and Paneer Tikka on their top 5. Places like Shree Ganesh Cuisine in Lyon and The Cloud Kitchen attribute this popularity to the blend of…
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Jobs Anyone Can Apply For that surprisingly don’t require experience
Companies are constantly looking for people to hire. They know employees are the driving force behind their success, and businesses want the best of the best. That doesn’t always mean they’re looking for people with advanced degrees and a lot of experience.
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Books to Keep Us Warm This End of Winter
As we move into the last few weeks of cold temperatures in some parts of the world, you may be longing for a good comfort book to delve into as you wait for flowers to bud and display winter is officially over. So here is a list of some of my favourite cosy stories I…
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Traditional Soda Bread to celebrate St Patrick’s Day but Vegan
Hello, Life Lovers crew! March is here, and we all know what that means: International Women’s Day! So a big hug to all the women who read us, but March also means St Patrick’s Day. To commemorate this day, I bring you a recipe for a vegan version of the traditional Irish soda bread. By…
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Unfiltered Perspectives: Emily Maroutian on The Broken Self-Image in The Digital Age
In today’s digital age, women struggle with self-image due to unrealistic beauty standards on social media. Author Emily Maroutian highlights the harmful effects of comparison and emphasizes the importance of embracing one’s uniqueness. She advocates unfollowing unrealistic beauty standards, practicing reframing, and choosing oneself as the center of beauty standards. For more information, visit www.maroutian.com…
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Never Meet Your Heroes — What happens when we finally immerse ourselves in our dream travel locations?
We’ve all heard the adage “never meet your heroes”, but what happens when we apply this same principle to the first time we experience our dream travel destinations? What happens when we finally immerse ourselves in the locale we’ve felt drawn to explore for as long as we can remember? Does the motto still apply?
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St Patrick’s Day: Where to join the emerald-coloured party
Jolly leprechauns, shamrocks, and Guinness beer are just a few of the symbols associated with St Patrick’s Day. This religious and cultural festival is celebrated yearly on March 17th, the date of Saint Patrick’s death—Ireland’s patron saint. It falls during the Christian season of Lent and has been observed for over 1,000 years with parades…
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Turning Your Hobbies Into Side Hustles To Bring You Some Extra Cash
There are so many hobbies to chose from out there. And we know that their purpose is to bring joy to your life and not to make money, necessarily but sometimes killing two birds with one stone is a great blessing to add to our lives. If you can make a little bit of money…
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Letter from the Editor: “Embracing being homesick”
Have you ever felt homesick while travelling? It’s a common feeling that many of us experience when we are away from our loved ones and familiar surroundings. But have you ever thought about embracing this feeling instead of running away from it?
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How to Select the Right Online Shopping Platform for Your Needs
There are a lot of online markets out there where you can shop, and it can all become very overwhelming. There are online stores popping up every day. Just ask the leader in e-commerce store creation, Shopify and you’re likely to get the full picture of how much e-commerce is exploding. As a consumer, this…
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Live to Work or Work to Live?
Studying abroad in Europe gives New York City college students a new perspective. Come with me as we follow American college student Julianna Horn’s study abroad experience in Paris, where she learned to prioritize living in the now, and gained appreciation for a slow-paced life. By Jacqueline Rappa
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