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[bc_video video_id="6274743694001" account_id="2226196965001" player_id="rkljM4WDEg"] Among the treasures, we cherish in life are great friends. Friendships come in all shapes and sizes and just like our needs in other areas of life change, our friendship needs can shift too. It got tricky especially during the Pandemic when we all had to review and ask ourselves some important life questions. I believe that editing our friend's list is essential to stay happy. You must start by asking yourself this important question: What do I want in a friendship? Clarity is queen here and our needs change, depending on where we are in life. Someone once said to me that friendship is a reason, a season, or a lifetime. Too often instead of recognizing when to let go, if the reason or the season is over, we hold on for a lifetime and it becomes more like a life sentence. Sometimes we fall into friendships through work or meet people through mutual friends. What may feel right initially, overtime may feel out of alignment. You’ll notice yourself consistently complaining about the relationship, which is an indication that something’s up. We are meant to grow as people and not everyone does that at the same rate. It’s important to remember that some people won’t grow at all, preferring to hold on to what they think they know, even when it’s toxic, even when it’s limiting and when it prevents them from living life fully. So, knowing what you want is the key to understanding which friendships are going to go forward with you and which are not. Make taking care of your mental health a priority There is also the change we don't have the emotional capacity to hold space for friends the way we might have in the past. The last almost two years have been a big challenge to our mental and emotional wellbeing, and I hope that we’ve all made taking care of our mental health a priority.               For those who have been greatly impacted emotionally, economically, and/or physically sometimes a friend is not enough to support; we need to know when we require professional help. Friends can hold space to listen for a time, but we should feel comfortable seeking professional help and allow our friends to cheer us on as we do. The other thing to remember is that all of us have changed a bit during this Pandemic, for better or worse. The thing we have to understand is that it’s actually a good thing to shift our priorities, depending on where we are in life. People will tell you who they are if you’re paying attention to what they say and how they behave. I do believe in being tolerant and accepting people as they are but when it feels too much, you have to choose yourself and that may mean shifting out some friends to create space for yourself as well as space for friends that are more aligned. It really is about knowing what is true for you, being honest and compassionate with yourself first, and then making sure that what you do next is compassionate toward others. How to know when its time to edit your friend's list Remember that relationships are about relating. Don’t force it out of obligation. Look for common ground, if there’s enough common ground, you’re good to go and if not it’s time to either put a healthy boundary in the relationship or it may be time to let it go. This is the tough piece but, in the end, it is for the highest good of all, and on the other side of the discomfort will be clarity for you and that’s the great news. Setting a boundary in a friendship may look like not being as available as you once were; certain topics may be no go for you and here all you have to do is say I don’t feel comfortable talking about that. Anything we do in this area must be done with kindness and compassion and any time you have a conversation about setting boundaries or editing out a friendship ensure that you take responsibility for your choice because ultimately your decision is about you and has nothing to do with the other person. It’s you on your journey and when you look at it this way, it makes it a lot easier to edit the friendship. After the pandemic, learning to make new friends in a post-pandemic world is also very important for fulfilling our human need for connectivity and community. It is a bit daunting because we have been disconnected for such a long time but there are classes where you can explore a topic or a new skill and meet like-minded people. Check out online groups where you have a common interest and if you’re adventurous, maybe you’re new to a city, you might consider Bumble’s BFF feature, where you can connect with like-minded people and hopefully a new BFF.

[bc_video video_id="6274744388001" account_id="2226196965001" player_id="rkljM4WDEg"] What you eat, how much water you drink, and your overall lifestyle habits have a huge impact on the largest organ we have….our skin. Here are 6 tips on how we can keep our skin nourished and glowing, even during the colder months Throughout the summer when it’s hot we naturally crave lighter, more plant-based foods (much more fruit and veggies) because our hunger tends to be a little lighter. Cooler temps make us crave more comfort foods. Tip 1: Choose healthy comfort foods Instead of heavy, fatty, rich, unhealthy foods, choose healthy comfort foods that are naturally detoxifying and anti-inflammatory to help you glow from the inside out.

• Winter squash
• Sweet potato
• Carrots, beets, parsnips — roasted they taste wonderful drizzled with some tahini

Tip 2: Warm up a salad!

• Add roasted veggies to a salad to warm it up
• Add turmeric or ginger to a stir fry or a buddha bowl

All these foods are naturally rich in gut-friendly fiber to keep our digestive system healthy and elimination easy. Good elimination is key to a healthy glow inside and out! Tip 3: Supplements 

• Vitamin D
• Collagen
• GLA
• fish oil
• Probiotics

Tip 4: Sleep  Beauty sleep is legit! Adults aim for 7-9 hours of sleep. Earplugs, eye masks, blue light blocking glass, and sleepy time tea are all-natural solutions for good sleep. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="250"] Celestial Seasonings Sleepytime Herbal Tea Bag[/caption] Tip 5: Manage Stress Levels Stress peaks in the fall and winter months. Stress ages your skin impacts sleep and makes you crave refined carbs, alcohol, and sugars. Make sure you have some stress management strategies in place. Go for daily nature walks, do a 10-minute daily meditation, do a 5-minute journal - all of which are research-proven ways to reduce stress. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="250"] The Five Minute Journal: A Happier You in 5 Minutes a Day[/caption] Tip 6: Dry Brush Dry skin brush a few times per week - gets your skin glowing and rejuvenates you! [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="250"] Ithyes Dry Brushing Body Brush [/caption] All of our product suggestions are independently researched and sourced by Cityline. However, if you purchase something through cityline.tv, we may earn commission. Thanks for visiting us!

[bc_video video_id="6274745621001" account_id="2226196965001" player_id="rkljM4WDEg"] Today is National Coffee Day, and we’re jumping on the tech bandwagon with the latest in Coffee Technology. These days, coffee is far more than a commodity. Coffee is considered to be an artisanal food just like wine; where the coffee produced is the ultimate taste experience. Creating that art is an end-to-end process, that starts with the coffee bean, continues with the brewing methods, and then focused heavily on the technology found inside the machine! I’ll admit that it can be hard to beat an exceptionally made coffee created by a commercial espresso machine in your favourite cafe. But there are some incredible options available now that will get us REALLY CLOSE to that amazing aroma, taste, full-bodied flavor, and that silky velvety mouthfeel. Here is everything you need to be your own barista at home. Starting with the bean and the machine: First things first, when it comes to the bean know the quality, preferred roast/taste/flavour, region, and most importantly are they ethically sourced? Once you’ve landed on your bean, move on to the machine and get creative!! Breville Barista Pro 

• Barista-quality performance with a new intuitive interface that provides all the information you need to create specialty coffee at home.
• a built-in grinder delivers the right amount of ground coffee on demand
• 3-second heat-up time
• precise espresso extraction, faster than ever
• The manual milk texturing feature will let you achieve that foolproof latte art!

A coffee grinder is up next. Kitchenaid is bringing the cafe to your countertop. Burr Coffee Grinder

• Designed for your perfect grind, every time. This KitchenAid® Burr Coffee Grinder achieves exceptionally consistent grind sizes for all brew methods from French Press to Espresso and so much more, with 70 precise settings.

Semi-Automatic Expresso Machine

• Enjoy espressos, lattes, and cappuccinos, just the way you like
• Compact and great for everyday use
• This is the first residential espresso machine that features dual, smart temperature sensors, that maintain the perfect brewing temperature
• The fast-heating thermocoil technology heats water up to the ideal brewing temperature in less than 45 seconds.
• And, the low-pressure pre-infusion and 15-bar Italian pump work together to make a deliciously rich, thick crema.

Automatic Milk Frother Attachment 

• The Automatic Milk Frother Attachment attaches to the KitchenAid® Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine and prepares milk for delicious lattes and cappuccinos.

For a cold brew at home: Ninja Hot and Cold Brew System

• The Ninja Hot and Cold Brew System offers a vast array of coffee and tea options, including smooth, naturally sweet cold brew in as little as 10 minutes and frothy chai lattes and cappuccinos

There are also appts to take your coffee experience to the next level.

1. Th3rdwave and Beanhunter - coffee directory and community. Discover new cafes in your area, collect all of your coffee loyalty cards in one, order coffee the way you like it
2. The Great Coffee App - recipes on popular espresso-based drinks

[bc_video video_id="6274438705001" account_id="2226196965001" player_id="rkljM4WDEg"] We’ve been doing a lot of mask-wearing these past two years and it’s made our eyes the main focus of our face. Here are some pro makeup tips for making our eyes bigger, brighter, and more beautiful. Step 1: We want to create warmth and soft definition in the crease of your eyes using a matte bronzer and a fluffy domed brush. Step 2: Add a champagne tone on the lids of your eyes to bring light to the area. Avoid anything with a shimmer in the crease of your eyes. Add a pop of a subtle highlight to the inner corners of your eyes as well! Step 3: Define the outer lash line area with brown eyeliner or eye shadow. Use an angled brush to soften the line. Harsh lines close in the eyes. Step 4: Curl your lashes. Never underestimate what this 20-second step can do for your eyes. Step 5: Apply 2-3 coats of voluminous mascara. Be generous. Step 6: Sweep a small amount of bronzer underneath your bottom lash line to open up your eyes and place a beige/ nude waterproof eyeliner into your bottom waterline. Step 7: (For fun and extra va-vroom) add some natural lashes to the outer 3rd of your upper lash line to create an open, soft, and winged-out look!