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Good Advice for Kindle Readers
With Amazon Prime Day upon us again, you might be tempted to pick up a bargain Kindle. Here are some sources of advice to help you make the most of your device I’ve been busy writing and updating articles for Make Use Of on various aspects of Kindle ownership. Here are my articles: 10 Kindle […]
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10 Reasons Why Birdwatching Might Just Save Your Life
Modern life is so busy that it can be easy to forget to take time out to enjoy nature. Here are some reasons why slowing down and taking in the natural world through birdwatching might benefit your well-being Yesterday I saw a bullfinch in my garden. No photographic evidence, alas, but it reminded me of […]
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How to Help a Nervous Pup to Gain Confidence
Lessons learned as a nervous dog learned to cope with the world Have you ever met a nervous dog? You may not know it even if you have. They’re often trying so hard to be good when out in public that the sheer effort exhausts them. You won’t have seen the manic joy that results […]
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The Importance of Well-Being
What I’ve learned as a wellness writer so far… and how it has changed my life Two months ago I was fortunate enough to start writing about wellness and technology for MUO.com, one of the largest online technology publications on the web. With millions of visitors each month, it is a privilege to be on […]
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5 Ways You Can Support World Ocean Day 2022
The international day of awareness of our shared blue planet is an opportunity to celebrate and take action Oceans are the lifeblood of our amazing planet. Whether you live near the coast or miles inland, we all need a healthy ocean to survive and thrive. Oceans are essential to regulate our climate. They generate most […]
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Five things only left-handed people understand
Left-handed people often like to say that they are more intelligent (well, this left-hander does anyway!) But it’s not a question of intelligence that sets us lefties apart so much as the motor cortex in the brain. In left-handed people, the right side of the brain (which controls the left side of the body) is […]
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Joining the team at MUO
I’m delighted to be joining the team at the wonderful MUO website as a staff writers. I’ll be writing regularly on the theme of wellness and technology. If you’d like to read more, my first few articles are online now Please get in touch if you have any great ideas for me to write about! […]
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5 mistakes to avoid with your new puppy
The first few days of life with your new pup are a time to bond and welcome the newest member into your family. However, owning a dog is a major commitment, and there is a lot to consider before you even bring your new friend home. Here are five mistakes every new dog owner should […]
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10 brilliant ways to get your kids reading
by a former school librarian The latest National Literacy Trust research on literacy in the UK has revealed some uncomfortable facts for parents, guardians and educators. Only 1 in 2 (47.8%) children and young people said they enjoy reading in early 2020. Yet possessing good literacy skills unlocks a world of possibilities for our kids. […]
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Finding peace in Northumberland
Last week I had a close encounter with two red squirrels. Rounding a quiet corner in a wooded area, I startled them. One froze in the middle of the lane, the other perched on a mossy wall, immobile, right next to my car window. I glanced to my right and our eyes locked. It was […]
AP Yates Writes
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AP Yates Writes 