Positive people follow a simple mantra; overcome negativity and appreciate the good around you daily. And that mantra described Vince for most of his life. But after closing a deal on a new rental property in the Pacific Northwest, Vince was bothered...
Read more >>When Hippocrates famously declared, “Let food be thy medicine…” he surely had Turmeric in mind. Turmeric is a bright yellow root with an earthy-sweet taste commonly used in curry and Asian dishes. It’s also a time-honored...
Read more >>There is certainly no shortage in wellness trends. And in the last few years, via social media, we’ve seen a surge in wellness trend advice that hasn’t exactly been on the up and up. Kitty litter facials, anyone? Social media has given a...
Read more >>“My digestive issues and all my physical symptoms were interfering with every aspect of my life,” explains alternative rock performer Jaxx Nassar of Clarksdale, Mississippi. Jaxx spends much of her time on the road as an artist and performer. She...
Read more >>My nightly walk was a lifesaver throughout the last few (pandemic) years. I became very familiar with the well-trodden paths near my home, and I’d switch between neighborhood routes and park trails to bring variety into my life. Even as things...
Read more >>Last Saturday morning, I treated myself to a pedicure. And I didn’t feel one bit of guilt about the splurge because I understand that taking proper care of my feet is an important part of my overall wellness. A pedicure is the most...
Read more >>Who’s the most important person in your life? I hope the answer is you. Now and then, you need to recognize this and treat yourself like the VIP that you are. And there’s no better way to put yourself on a pedestal than a day at a...
Read more >>As we enter the sizzling months of summer, the last thing I want to do is prepare a meal standing over a hot stove or grill. The recipes in today’s blog celebrate the season’s flavors without the heat. This combination is truly the...
Read more >>We’ve written extensively about the importance of destressing. Stress is a killer and causes a kaleidoscope of mental and physical issues. With stress at an all-time high, you need a way to deal with it – and bring happiness back into...
Read more >>Why is forming good habits seemingly impossible while we fall into bad habits as easily as falling off a log? Well, it has to do with the way the brain prioritizes rewards over reason. You see, we rarely experience the consequences of our...
Read more >>Turmeric is one of the few natural remedies experts agree can help with many health concerns, particularly those associated with inflammation like arthritis. In fact, the Arthritis Foundation website states that Turmeric supplements are...
Read more >>All mushrooms have a function, whether as food, medicine, or serving the Earth’s ecosystems. So in a practical sense, all mushrooms are functional. However, the phrase “functional mushroom” when thinking about them for human uses is...
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