Cool as Iceland

If you were to mentally compile a list of ideal vacation destinations, Iceland would probably not be in the top ten – but it should be! With a combination of physical beauty, mystery and a noticeably rich culture, Iceland is a place that once experienced will never be forgotten.

One of the first things you notice when you begin to explore Iceland is how wonderfully friendly the people are. They are both a rugged and tough lot while still being exceedingly courteous and warm, which probably explains why Icelanders have one of the longest life expectancies in the world (80 years for men and 74 years for women).

While officially the language of Iceland is still the language of the Vikings (Old Norse), English is heard the most, particularly in the capital of Reykjavik. Read more

Healing Hypnosis

Do you have a bad habit? Chronic pain? Emotional distress? Instead of medication or traditional therapy,
some people are turning to hypnotherapy. David Fairweather, C.Ht., explains why this is a viable option, and why you shouldn’t be afraid to try it.

When you think of hypnosis, you might imagine a stage show with a group of volunteers squawking like chickens or taking their clothes off. Or you might picture a cartoon character whose eyes turn into swirls as they mindlessly do whatever their nemesis says. With these images etched in our brains, it’s no wonder that many people are hesitant to try hypnotherapy. No one wants to be forced to do things they don’t want to do or risk being stuck in a hypnotic state forever. Read more

The Art of Buying a Car

Buying a car for the first time? Have no fear! Just follow our car buying tips.

When some people think of buying a car for the first time, they picture pushy salespeople, pressurized negotiations and complicated contracts. It’s enough to make you want to renew your public transit pass. But buying a car doesn’t have to be a stressful experience. I talked to a few dealers to find out what people should know before they invest in one of the biggest purchases they will ever make.

The best way to feel confident when you walk into a dealership for the first time is to do your research beforehand. Today, most new car buyers will research cars on the Internet before they ever step foot inside a dealership. Read more

Julie Toskan-Casale, From Lipstick to Philanthropy

Julie Toskan-Casale looks as though she would be comfortable working behind the M.A.C counter at the local department store. Dressed in all black with chunky accessories and perfectly applied makeup, she still has the M.A.C look that has become their staple. But Toskan-Casale was never just a girl behind the counter. She was the girl behind the whole company. One might think that the woman who co-founded M.A.C would be rather hard-edged considering the line’s bold attitude and product names like Smut, Bitter, and Vex, but Toskan-Casale is anything but. With a friendly demeanor and a warm smile, it is not hard to tell why she went from the high-glamour world of fashion and makeup to starting a charitable organization that teaches high school students how to become philanthropists and give back to their communities. With the work that she does, Toskan-Casale proves that it’s possible to take success and turn it into something even better. Read more