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From Ukraine to the World: The Stories Behind Beloved Holiday Melodies

From Ukraine to the World: The Stories Behind Beloved Holiday Melodies

What is your favorite holiday song? Mine is Carol of the Bells. It’s a melody that immediately brings me joy and nostalgia, mainly since it’s featured in so many classic movies, like my mom’s favorite, Home Alone. But there’s something even more special about it for me – it’s originally a Ukrainian folk song called Щедрик (Shchedryk). In Ukrainian, “Щедрик” means “Bountiful” or ”Generous One.” This song tells the story of a little swallow flying into a home, bringing tidings of prosperity…

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Mastering Essay Writing: Practical Tips to Crush It!

Mastering Essay Writing: Practical Tips to Crush It!

Writing an essay can feel like a big challenge – but it doesn’t have to be! Here are some practical strategies to make the process smoother and, dare I say, even enjoyable.   Decode the Prompt! What to Do: Before you start writing, make sure you truly understand what the essay question is asking. Pro Tip: Break it into parts and identify keywords like “analyze,” “compare,” or “discuss.” Create a checklist so you don’t miss anything! Create a Strong Statement!…

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The Motor Power of Speech: A Journey into Language Learning

The Motor Power of Speech: A Journey into Language Learning

Imagine someone telling you for the first time: “Speech is 100% motor.” This simple statement flipped everything I thought I knew about language upside down. For years, I’d approached language as purely mental – a game of vocabulary, grammar rules, and memorization. But that one statement completely shifted my perspective on how we learn and use languages. I first encountered this concept during an intensive training program, where I was learning to become a Spelling-to-Communicate practitioner under the expert guidance…

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Unlocking Your Ayurvedic Blueprint: Discover Your Dosha for Balanced Living

Unlocking Your Ayurvedic Blueprint: Discover Your Dosha for Balanced Living

Pitta, Vata, and Kapha… Do you know your dosha? My personal dive into these fundamental bodily energies started, when someone asked me this question. Understanding my dosha became incredibly valuable in maintaining balance and well-being, particularly during stressful times, which go on and off. As a Pitta dosha individual myself, this knowledge has been instrumental in helping me manage stress and respond more effectively to challenging situations. The concept of doshas originates from Ayurveda (from Sanskrit, meaning “science of life”),…

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Sunny Arizona Skincare Secrets: Busting Sunscreen Myths and Embracing Radiant, Ageless Skin

Sunny Arizona Skincare Secrets: Busting Sunscreen Myths and Embracing Radiant, Ageless Skin

Let’s dive into the world of sunscreen! While I won’t preach about using it religiously, let’s bust a few myths and explore the sunny side of skincare. Living in sunny Arizona, I adore the warmth – even if it can be intense at times. I’ll take it any day over the cold. The sun and I have a mutual love affair; it kisses my skin generously, but this affection can lead to unwanted visitors like melasma. For years, I’ve mistaken…

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Unlock Your Learning Potential: 5 Strategies for Effortless Knowledge Retention

Unlock Your Learning Potential: 5 Strategies for Effortless Knowledge Retention

If you ever delved into the realm of learning, you stumbled upon the VAKT concept – Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, and Tactile. Well, buckle up because we’re not here to revisit that. Don’t get me wrong; VAKT is a gem, and I fount it very helpful and beneficial, but I’m all about that personalized approach. The real question on everyone’s mind is this: How do you, your students (yes, your kid counts!), learn like champs – quick, effective, and with memories…

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My Journey with the Piano from Trauma to Triumph. Unveiling the Secrets Behind the Piano Keys

My Journey with the Piano from Trauma to Triumph. Unveiling the Secrets Behind the Piano Keys

I’ve always been fascinated by the piano. There is something magical about it. I remember once in high school, I fell in love just by listening to someone play. My journey with the piano began when my parents brought home a fortepiano, a sleek ebony beauty that seemed to hold the key to a realm of emotions. It sat gracefully in our living room, its ebony and ivory keys like a gateway to an enchanting realm of emotions, where melodies…

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Beyond the Crash: Lessons from a Split-Second

Beyond the Crash: Lessons from a Split-Second

It was a split-second shift. Moments earlier, I had been the epitome of confidence behind the wheel – a careful driver, yielding to others, attentive to every detail of the road. Then, in an instant, it felt as though I was a mere spectator as my body seized control. It happened. The memories that linger are not of sights or sensations but of sounds: the deafening bang, the abrupt explosion of the airbag. Despite my certainty of having the right…

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Soleful Memories: A Journey Through Shoes

Soleful Memories: A Journey Through Shoes

Back when I was just a little girl, barely into my teens, my parents whisked me away to this magical store reserved exclusively for families of World War II veterans, thanks to my grandpa’s service and his prized store pass. Picture this: Ukraine, still firmly in the grip of the Soviet era, with a scarcity of pretty much everything. Stepping into that store felt like hitting the jackpot. While my parents nudged me towards practical boots for our brutal winters,…

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Thoughts On Mediumship…

Thoughts On Mediumship…

I was giving a ride to someone. As our conversation unfolded, we delved into the current state of the world. She shared with me she was a psychic, an Akashic Record reader, and an avid student of the Book of Revelation for her Bible study group. In contrast, I confessed my reluctance to peek into the Akashi and uncover my future. Our discourse meandered through the realms of free will, punctuated by my childhood lucid dreams – one of which…

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