Nathan Machoka

8 Top Places to Visit in Greenland

Greenland — the world’s largest island — holds a captivating blend of history, natural wonders, and the Arctic allure.  The Inuit people, also found in Alaska and Canada, migrated to Greenland in the 13th Century, and today, they make up about 90 percent of the inhabitants there. They are fascinating people with a distinct language ...

Nathan Machoka

Qaqortoq, Greenland.

Alef Aeronautical’s Flying Car: Ambitious Plans to Create the First Flying Cars by 2025

In June, Alef Aeronautics, a California-based startup, announced they had received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to test their all-electric Alef Model A — a flying car. This special airworthiness certificate from the FAA allows exhibition, research, and development. It boosted Alef and the future when several companies are working on all-electric VTOL ...

Nathan Machoka

The Alef Model A flying car.

Healthy Boundaries: The Foundation of Happiness and Emotional Well-Being

Maintaining healthy boundaries is the blueprint for a fulfilling life. Boundaries aren’t obstacles; they are essential guidelines that protect your well-being, define your personal space, and ensure mutual respect in your interactions and relationships. We all have our no-nos in life, and when these limits are crossed, it leads to emotional exhaustion, less happiness, and ...

Nathan Machoka

Young man and woman sitting together while watching boats in the harbor.

Smartphone Addiction: How Phubbing May Be Undermining Your Parenting

Parenting is a complex journey of nurturing, protecting, and guiding children toward independence. While no universal manual exists, parenting choices significantly influence a child’s development. In the modern, technology-driven world, the pervasive use of smartphones presents a new set of challenges, possibly hindering children’s growth and affecting family dynamics. The integration of smartphones into daily ...

Nathan Machoka

Dad sitting on the couch using his smartphone and ignoring his bored, young daughter.

HIT Workouts: How Arthur Jones Revolutionized Strength Training and Muscle Building

Traditionally, most bodybuilding and strength training routines emphasized volume training or long hours in the gym. But in the 1970s, Arthur Jones, an entrepreneur and inventor known for Nautilus strength-training machines, popularized High-Intensity Training (HIT workouts), believing it should replace regular volume training. HIT is a strength training exercise that focuses on reducing long hours ...

Nathan Machoka

Weight training.

How to Bake Without Eggs: 8 DIY Egg Substitutes

Eggs are a healthy and excellent source of proteins. Not only are they low in calories and rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals, but also there are several ways to use them. They are easy to prepare and quite affordable in most parts of the world.  They also feature in many baking recipes. Eggs help ...

Nathan Machoka

A basket of eggs.

Forensic Analysis of Cat Hair DNA Could Catch Criminals

Researchers at the University of Leicester in England have found a new way to link suspects to a crime scene or a victim using cat hair DNA. They say that a single strand of cat hair left at a crime scene can be linked to an individual cat — provided there was a cat. Conversely, ...

Nathan Machoka

A cat.

Ending Isolation: The Path to Mental, Emotional, and Physical Well-Being

Isolation, whether voluntary or circumstantial, significantly impacts your mental and physical health. Understanding the reasons behind isolation is essential since it varies from person to person. Some of the motivations behind isolation include mental health challenges, stress, physical health, trauma, and introversion. Breaking the cycle is vital to foster a healthier and well-balanced life. The ...

Nathan Machoka

A woman sitting on a swing watching a sunset.

The Power of an Apology: How Saying Sorry Shows Inner Strength

When we are kids, we are taught that saying “I’m Sorry” is a fundamental aspect of human interaction. But somehow, offering an apology is one of the most challenging things for adults.  Understanding why apologies are difficult for adults is the first step in mastering the art of apologizing. Stephen Covey, an American educator and ...

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The word 'apology.'

Is the Fabric You’re Wearing Affecting Your Mood and Health?

In the world of holistic well-being, we are on a never-ending quest to find subtle connections between the universe, our environment, and our bodies, such as how different fabrics affect us.  One fascinating avenue that has recently attracted attention is the relationship between the frequency of fabrics and the natural resonance frequency of our bodies. ...

Nathan Machoka

A rack of different fabrics.