Have you ever wondered how financial experts make their assumptions of how the economy is likely to perform over a certain time period? Where do they get their information from, is it reliable and how can it help predict what might happen in the future? Analysts have a range of economic data at their disposal that, when…
By Joy Blenman Trying to keep up with work while you’re on vacation can be more stressful than not going away at all. Here’s how to disconnect and get the rest you need. Many of us start the first few moments of the day on our phones. We check the messages we received while we…
By Sun Life Staff It can be tricky to establish new bonds and connect with step-kids. But it’s not impossible. Here’s how you can make it happen. Falling in love when you’ve already had kids means bringing two families together. Figuring out life as a blended family can be an exciting – and at times…
There’s something fun about selecting a flattering filter and seeing your skin magically look flawless and youthful—it’s all in good fun, right? But chances are there are days when even the most powerful photo filter doesn’t have you feeling vibrant and youthful. There might actually be days when you feel a lot older than you…
By Kristen Mayne Are you worried about your finances? You’re not alone. There are three financial concerns that are weighing on the minds of many Canadians: The cost of living Having enough money saved for the future and/or retirement Paying off debt We spoke to a psychologist and a Sun Life advisor to find out: how financial stress…
By Sylvie Tremblay and Andrée-Anne Guénette Want to be the supportive parent your teen needs you to be? Here are 5 things parents can do right now and for years to come. The pandemic has been hard on people of all ages, in Canada and around the world. Data suggests it has been especially hard…
By Sun Life Staff You may not be able to buy happiness, but you can still channel it – even during uncertain times. Here’s how. It’s possible to be happy even in the most difficult circumstances. How? Put happiness practices first. By doing so, you can do two things: Recognize thought patterns (e.g. positive and…
By Sun Life Staff Suffer from back pain? Regular activity and cultivating a positive attitude are key. These 5 tips will help you keep your back healthy and pain-free. Lower back pain affects almost 84% of Canadians at some point in their lives. That’s according to an estimate from researchers from the University of Alberta. And…
If you could sit still for 10 minutes a day and know that it would help you feel more youthful and energized, would you? While meditation is more than just sitting still, studies have shown that it can help you stay both physically and mentally young. Meditation is the practice of focusing your attention to…
Your son asks if you’ll be a co-signer so he and his wife can qualify for a mortgage. Or a friend who’s struggling financially wants to know if you’ll co-sign a car loan. If anyone asks you to co-sign a loan, it’s not a decision to take lightly. You would be obligated to make any…