As a kid, I can still remember when recycling became a thing, or at least a mainstream thing, but prior to the garbage man picking it up. We’d have to separate glass, plastic, etc., and then I’d carry a bag of each to the local recyclable center to make a […]
5 Healthy Ways to Start Off Each Month
Happy June! May was unusually busy and I ended the month feeling tired and pretty blah to be honest. I’m dedicated to making June healthy and happy, so I threw together a list of ways to make it—and all months moving forward—that way. Sort of like a monthly check-in with […]
4 Ways to Live More Sustainably
No matter where you fall on the political spectrum, I think we can agree that we need to treat our world better. And though we might not all have the time to be environmental activists, there are certain everyday habits that can lead to a healthier planet. Here are four: […]
Aura Cleansing
“Your aura is purple!” That line from ‘Almost Famous’ is what introduced me to the word ‘aura.’ As a child, I was acutely aware of other people’s energy, but didn’t know how to sum it up into one perfect word until watching the Kate Hudson classic. au·ra ˈôrə/: the distinctive […]
Wellness Challenge: Go Red
It’s clear by now that I’m pretty obsessed with my smoothies—and they’ve been mentioned on my site many times. And while I put new ingredients in here and there, I generally stick to mixing in greens no matter what. Until now. Greens aren’t going anywhere in my diet, but I […]
5 Steps to a Healthier Body Image
As women, we’ve all dealt with body-love issues—or if you haven’t, bowing down to your confidence. But from what I’ve experienced by talking to and witnessing girlfriends, moms, grandmas, myself, is that the majority of women struggle with a consistent positive body image. I think that confidence gets easier with […]