Every January, the same thing happens. The calendar flips, the gyms fill up, and we collectively declare, “This is it. This is the year everything changes.”
It happens so fast, doesn’t it? One minute we’re watching the New Year’s Eve countdown, clinking champagne glasses, promising ourselves that this year will be different – and then, we blink and it’s March.
By Susan Hargreaves Author-Activist-Educator of BEanAnimalHero.org
I think we all are. In 2025, our education and activation charity, Be an Animal Hero, has caused remarkable ripples of change. There have been five points of impact, and a few firsts too.
As temperatures drop and cozy season sets in, keeping your home comfortable doesn’t mean undergoing a full-scale renovation. In fact, with a few smart upgrades, you can create a warm, inviting space – while improving your home’s energy efficiency, too.
Evidence-based guidelines worldwide mention Tai Chi, with 38 of them (76%) actively recommending it as part of disease management, prevention, or rehabilitation programs.
AI (Artificial Intelligence) is in the fast lane, changing how the automotive industry is advancing in predictions, vehicle safety, and personal needs.
Contemplation does not require effort in a physical sense, nor a disciplined subjection of thought and mind like Eastern meditation, but rather a gentle redirection of our imaginative focus.
Top with a scoop of strawberry sauce and, if you desire, a light dusting of powdered sugar. Add a dollop of coconut yogurt (stir in maple syrup and vanilla to taste) sprinkle with a few sliced almonds and serve.