Conscious Vloggers We Love Searching for content on minimalism or need quick tips from a zero-waste pioneer? YouTube has you covered. The online content platform is home to thousands of sustainable and intentional living vloggers, all of whom are making valuable and engaging content for their audiences. We anticipate that we’ll be spending a lot …
We’ve lived with items from the top sustainable furniture companies for over ten years — these are our top picks for sustainable outdoor patio furniture that is nontoxic, weatherproof, and long-lasting. As much as we love to travel, something about summer makes us want to stay home and create our own little outdoor oasis. Is …
As the temperatures tick higher into the 60s and 70s, we’re hoping to soak in some rays. But of course, we have to be careful about it. From protecting our skin and eyes against the sun to keeping ourselves cool and sweat-free, a summer hat is a must-have for any outdoor activity. We’ve rounded up …
We’re all about enjoying the great outdoors as much as possible—but standing the whole time? Eh…we’re not so sure. We’ll take a lounging chair instead! These sustainable chairs are perfect for camping, sunbathing, and relaxing in your backyard or garden—however you like to be outside. Grab an outdoor blanket (or beach towel!) and a picnic basket, and you’re all …
Are You Sure No One’s Mad At Me? I recently greeted my husband when he came home from work and could instantly tell he was off. When I asked, he said, “I just feel really angry for no reason.” I panicked, assuming that his irritation must have stemmed from something I did. (It didn’t.) I …
The Science Behind Pheromones, Scent, and Sexual Attraction If we stripped away our material possessions, our clothes, and all the things we surround ourselves with, what is left? Evolution tells us that at one point in time, we were connected to the earth and our instincts in order to survive. Pheromones, for instance, are chemicals …
It’s Never Too Early In an increasingly digital world—and one currently in a pandemic—children are dealing with a multitude of feelings they may not know how to handle or even identify. These experiences can also exacerbate their feelings, causing anxiety or heightening stress and worry. In fact, mental health challenges for children are at an all-time …
My first experience with poetry was sugary-sweet and dripping in rhyme. Dr. Seuss’s melodic stories captured my youthful attention, and I loved listening to how the words bounced off the page to form music of their own. When I began writing poetry as a preteen, I invested my allowance in a rhyming dictionary. I rhymed …
Imagine this: A city as dense as Manhattan but with trees and greenery growing from every rooftop. A crystal clear river runs between the buildings instead of a road, carrying public transit boats. Bridges can also get folks from one building to the next, but no one seems in a particular hurry. I’m describing the …
We’ve researched and tested dozens of organic cotton and bamboo socks—these are our favorite options for their natural materials, comfort, and ethics across a range of price points. When it comes to daily wardrobe choices, socks are typically left out of the equation. When in fact having comfy and cozy socks can elevate our mood, …
