Ever since I was fairly young, I’ve had sleeping “problems”. As a teenager, I had full-blown insomnia. I can vividly remember mostly running on 3-4 hours of sleep, which obviously isn’t healthy. I never wanted to not sleep, it just sort of happened. I sometimes liken my brain to a computer – it’s analytical and … Continue reading
This summer, I visited what is now one of my favourite cities in the world – Stockholm! While I didn’t get to try a lot of typically-Swedish food when I was strolling through the city, I did try a few dishes at a vegan restaurant in the city. I’ve always known that salmon’s a staple … Continue reading
I haven’t always loved coffee. I remember being 14, and thinking coffee tasted like some bitter form of disgusting chocolate that I’d never want to try again. It wasn’t until I was 16, and exposed to Starbucks, that I realized that I love a chocolatey-coffee, also known as the “mocha”. I stuck with this drink … Continue reading
I love food. I have never been driven by vanity, especially when it comes to food and weight. I have always said that I would rather enjoy my food, and my life, than be miserably under-weight. As such, that desire to simply eat what I want – coupled with my “fast metabolism” – meant that … Continue reading
So, it’s “cold” season – both literally and figuratively. As those of us in the Northern Hemisphere know, winter is most definitely on its way. As we see the days get shorter, and the weather get cooler, a lot of us are more and more prone to the common cold. As such, it’s extra important … Continue reading
A couple of weeks ago, I celebrated my birthday. It’s been a transformative time for me, though it’s been a fairly difficult year for me. After feeling the constant pressure – internal and external – and the need to always be doing something greater, I decided to prioritize my health. Stress can mess you up … Continue reading
Oh, the word “busy”. We’ve come to idealize the word, as though it only has positive connotations. In our very North American minds, being “busy” means that you are important. The truth is, when you work a full-time job, you are likely to be busy to some degree. Your weekends may not be jam-packed with … Continue reading
The Rooted Traveller 