Why do people become addicted to substances such as alcohol, prescription medications or hard drugs? What changes to make them stop being rational about their substance use, and what leads them to become both physically and psychologically dependent upon that substance? This infographic by Northpoint Recovery will help you to understand the cycle of addiction.Addiction is when […]
Winter can be a tricky time of year. With the onset of cold weather, this season can present a host of problems and at the very least require us to go about life slightly differently. Of course, there are also some wonderful facets about winter to look forward to, it’s not all doom and gloom. […]
The medical advantages of apple cider vinegar have been documented for thousands of years. Apple Cider Vinegar benefits are gotten from its own culinary properties, but also from its usefulness as a medicine. In this blog post, we’ll explore a brief history of apple cider vinegar and cover the most well-researched benefits you’ll get by […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that adults between the ages of 18 to 60 sleep 7 or more hours, adults between the ages of 61 to 64 sleep 7 to 9 hours, and adults 65 or oversell 7 to 8 hours. However, data shows that 30 percent of adults sleep less […]
Phew! The dread of Christmas marketing is finally over! While that is indeed a season to be jolly, it’s the busiest time of the year for most marketers. Some of you were happy with your Christmas marketing, some were satisfied, while some still feel they could have done better. According to statistics, One-third of shoppers […]
Most people know they need an emergency fund as part of their financial plan to in the event that they lose their job or face an expensive medical emergency. While there are rules of thumb for emergency funds, such as 3 to 6 months expenses, unique circumstances dictate that the size of an emergency fund […]
Starting a franchise is a fascinating opportunity for many. Local small scale businesses are a way to build a future for yourself and your family. Everyone knows that small businesses are at the heart of every community – communities that thrill their local businesses and support their local entrepreneurs. They know that local businesses provide […]
As customers begin to utilize multiple channels to make purchases, it has become vital to stay connected everywhere they are. Not just the increased popularity in local searches, but the priority Google has placed on local search makes it easier for local businesses to reach more of their community. That’s where local SEO enters as […]
Climbing stairs, running and jumping don’t seem like a task until you have broken a bone or sprained your ankle. Similarly, clear vision is often taken for granted by many of us until our vision isn’t as crystal clear as we remember and minor details start turning hazy. Most people experience vision changes either at […]
There is a lot to consider when you start growing your YouTube channel. Should you invest in a new camera? Should you find other YouTubers to collaborate with? Should you start sharing your videos on social media? All these questions can get overwhelming, especially when you are new to the platform. However, you must know […]
It can be incredibly difficult to find a new home. There’s a wide market out there, and excellent houses don’t last very long, so here is an infographic by Henderson Properties with a home buying checklist so that you aren’t overwhelmed when the time comes to finally look at a house. This list will help […]
How does alcohol affect the brain? Many people drink, yet don’t really know what the chemical reactions are in the brain. Most know that when you drink too much you end up getting buzzed, tipsy and/or drunk. This infographic by NorthPoint Washington goes over why this happens. The effects that alcohol has on the brain […]
