Mental health is having a moment, and it’s about time! For too long our mental wellbeing has been ignored or underestimated, but now people are becoming more accepting and supportive of psychological issues and more willing to seek treatment. We’re healing, growing, and setting the foundation for a balanced brain and life. 🧠 One of the biggest …
If you’re looking to incorporate more movement and meditation into your year, yoga brings together the best of both worlds. A practice that originated in ancient India focused on poses and intentional breathing, yoga can help you stay grounded and calm. It’s also a great way to add some movement to your day. Luckily, these …
I’ve been practicing yoga for eight years, but only recently did I venture into yin and restorative yoga—and my view of yoga has completely shifted. These slower practices are more restful and often utilize props to assist in holding poses for several minutes each. Yin yoga is more about working on the connective tissues and …
In a time before smartphones (or even cell phones), I relied on a small clock radio to wake me to whatever song happened to be playing. Sometimes I’d even catch jingles of local advertisers—my fellow midwesterners know that the Menard’s song hits differently at 6AM on a Tuesday. Still, I miss those days of static-filled radio waking …
Between park picnics and backyard BBQs, outdoor blankets are a must-have. Luckily, it’s never been easier to find an upcycled picnic blanket that’s sustainable and super soft. We’ve found the best outdoor options available in the US, UK, Australia, and beyond. Some offer waterproof blankets, while others merge sleeping and picnic blankets into one. So however you …
For those of us wanting to “zhuzh up” our personal spaces, an easy place for an upgrade is the bathroom. After all, aren’t we always on a mission to create a dream home that we truly relish spending time in? With just a new soap dish, bath mat, or say, shower curtain, we can liven …
Buying a mattress is an important investment, especially when shopping for the kind your little ones are sleeping on. Choosing a mattress that fits your home, budget, and values can be an extensive process, and so we’ve created the below guide to help you narrow down the most eco-friendly, sustainably made, and non-toxic options. Each …
Designing your home can be a daunting task, especially when looking for ethically made and sustainable furniture. Thankfully, there are various affordable and eco-friendly options available—from couches and consoles to kitchen seating and sectionals. We love the below furniture brands for their sustainable materials (including recycled fabrics and wood) and their focus on fair trade …
No one ever tells you, when you’re young, how much of your adult life will be spent thinking about mattresses. I grew up sleeping on the same spring twin mattress, followed by various dorm beds before I purchased my first new mattress ten years ago. It was a Full size foam IKEA mattress that cost …
We’re going to keep it real with you: We didn’t expect to use our home offices like this. But now that we have, we’re considering upgrading our desks to maximize our productivity and comfort, and we think you might be too! If you’re also on the hunt for a new desk that is maybe a …