Journal

Stay Cozy This Holiday Season with These Eco-Friendly Blankets

Winter is coming (can we still make GoT references, or has that ship sailed?), which means one thing: it’s time to cozy up at home to stay warm. This season especially, it’s imperative to remain sn...

Have a Warm, Glowing Holiday Season Without Spending a Lot

Times are tough, but if there was ever a year I needed more magic and joy, it’s this one. I know I’m not alone, so today I’m rounding up ideas for sharing holiday joy without spending a lot (thoug...

Slow North Gift Guide: Social Distancing Edition

The holiday season is crazy enough as it is, but throwing a year like 2020 on top of it can make it overwhelming. This is exactly the time we’d usually be at gatherings, cuddling up close to each ...

Stay Well This Winter with These Natural Immune Boosters

Staying healthy in the midst of cold and flu season (and a viral pandemic) can be tricky, but there are some things within our control we can choose to focus on. The best way to stay healthy, in o...

3 Unique Non-Profits Changing the World

One of the biggest misconceptions about supporting non-profits and causes we care about is this: I can’t give enough to make a difference! The truth is, your involvement does matter. Small amounts...

The Complete Guide to Countertop Herb Gardening

Fresh herbs are a fantastic complement to almost any meal. Homegrown basil on a beautiful pile of spaghetti or a pizza hot out of the oven? *Chef’s kiss.* Growing your own herbs for that extra fla...

5 Expert-Approved Exercises for Creative Growth

As wonderful as it would be, creativity doesn’t always come knocking on its own accord. It’s like a muscle — you have to train it, and the more you do, the stronger it becomes. Stepping outside of...

Get Away This Fall: Everything You Need to Know About Renting an RV/Camper

In April, we made the difficult decision to cancel a giant family reunion trip to Florida. We were SO disappointed, but it got me thinking about alternative ways to vacation and spend time togethe...

5 Essential Oils to Use in Your Yoga Practice

So much of my life these days has gone online--and that includes, of course, my yoga practice. I love essential oils for a lot of reasons, but I’m especially thankful for how they help me during y...

Facial Massage: Our Favorite Less-Is-More Skincare

I love the less-is-more concept behind facial massage: instead of cluttering my bathroom cabinet with a proliferation of creams and serums and moisturizers, I can spend a few minutes on my face ev...

Forest Bathing: What It Is and Why You Need it

I am a literal tree hugger. I've embarrassed my husband multiple times when he's found me with my arms around a massive oak or a towering cypress. But I can’t help myself; when I feel the texture ...

Try These Delicious Snacks to Boost Productivity

That 4pm slump is real, but you know what else is real? The 10am snack craving--especially now that I’m home all day, sitting at my kitchen table, literally within arms reach of my pantry. I’ve le...

Hiking Alone is Magical! Here are 6 Empowering Tips

A couple years ago, hiking became my happy place; I’ve fallen in love with the peace, clarity, and mind-body connection it brings. Hiking alone is the next step for me. I’m looking forward to shed...

Your Guide to Eco-Conscious Coffee

Coffee is a simple pleasure. Sometimes all it takes is just the smell to get our senses stimulated and our minds ready to take on the day. It’s also one of the most widely traded commodities in the...

Find Ways to Keep Learning This Fall (Even if You're Not in School Anymore!)

The smell of a freshly sharpened pencil. The ziiiippppp of a new pencil case. That new backpack glow. I don’t know about you, but I miss school every. single. fall. Lucky for me, there’s the inter...

Adding Plant Love to Your Daily Routine

For most of us, being consistent with self care is one of the toughest goals to commit to. We may regularly put the needs of our partner, family, friends, boss, coworkers, and pets before our own....

Hungry? Try These Plant-Based Fall Recipes

Not sure about anyone else, but as soon as the calendar hit September 1, we shifted right into fall mode. We've been pumpkin picking, Halloween planning, and making all the yummy fall treats for c...

Looking for Love? The Dos and Don'ts of Dating During COVID-19

Even during pre-COVID times, dating has proven to be a strange, sometimes remarkably awkward phenomenon. If you’ve dated before, you’re probably all-too familiar with the nervous butterflies befor...

Cultivating Resilience: Your Guide for Staying Mentally Tough in Hard Times

The saying “when life hands you lemons, make lemonade” is definitely valid, but we’re pretty sure the person who made that up never had to live through 2020. All jokes aside, however, this popular...

Journal Prompts to Help You Welcome Fall

Without a doubt, fall is my favorite. After a long, hot summer, the cool breezes of fall revive my heart and remind me that nothing lasts forever. Since fall can be such a powerful season of trans...