3 Outdoor Mindfulness Activities to Do in Nature
Mindfulness has gotten a lot of attention recently as a practice that can help to manage stress and boost our general health and wellbeing. These benefits aren’t just anecdotal — the research on th...
Could Your Commute Change Your Health?
Most of us live busy, fast-paced lives. Between work, errands, preparing meals, maintaining the home, spending time with family and friends, and just trying to keep up with our to-do lists, it can ...
7 Reasons to Take Your Exercise Outdoors
If you’ve ever taken a long walk around the neighborhood, gone on a bike ride, or run through the trails at a local park, then you’ll know how satisfying it feels to be outside and move your body a...
8 Lifestyle Hacks to Boost Your Metabolism
Why is it easier for some people to lose or gain weight than others? Chalk it up to differences in your metabolism. Everyone’s body burns energy differently. Fast-working metabolisms burn more calo...
Why Summer Feels So Good (And How To Make The Most Of It)
In the spring, it’s easy to look around and see the signs of a new beginning. There’s a whisper of promise reminding us that, after the long dark months indoors, our liberation is coming. As kids, ...
It can be easy to take our health for granted. For most of us, from the moment wake up, our bodies take us through our day without us even having to think about it. Maybe we have a few aches and pa...
How to Stay Young in Body, Mind, and Spirit
What does youth mean to you? The absence of wrinkles? The energy to stay up late with friends? A carefree sensibility? Whatever picture the desire to “stay young” conjures in your imagination, it’s...
9 Great Plants for a Beginner’s Food Garden
Growing a garden can be an immensely rewarding process, rich with health benefits, including regular fresh air and exercise, a significant mood boost, and nutrient-dense produce straight from your ...
Staying Healthy & Energetic While Traveling
Going on vacation is good for the soul, but getting there can sometimes be…not so fun. Whether you’re jet-setting around the world or just trying to make it to grandma’s house in one piece, there a...
How Screen Time Impacts Your Eye Health
These days, it’s virtually impossible not to spend at least a decent chunk of your day staring at a screen. Digital screen devices are so entrenched in our lives that we often don’t even realize ho...
Spring Clean Your Emotional Life
There’s something about spring that feels so vibrant and alive. After the dreary winter months, it feels so good to be able to open our windows and let the fresh air clear out all that is stale and...
Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle as a Travel Photographer
Traveling is tough — not only financially, but also physically and emotionally. As a travel photographer, I have to put a little extra effort into remembering to take good care of myself. Unfortuna...
The Perfect Valentine’s Day Menu, For You
Valentine’s Day is upon us, and no matter what your relationship status, there is one relationship you can always celebrate: your relationship with yourself! Now, before your roll your eyes, think ...
Tips For A Better Night’s Sleep
We love sleep! But it can be frustrating when we wake up and don’t feel rested. It can make us feel sluggish all day, have difficulty concentrating, and put us in a bad mood. So take a look at your...
Your brain is a real workhorse. All day, it’s helping you work, study, play the guitar, cook, and read internet articles. It’s managing all your thoughts, speech, and movements, and regulating your...
Staying Healthy During the Winter
The winter months can be hard on our bodies, particularly our immune system. From the common cold and stomach bugs to the dreaded flu, our bodies are put to the test. While getting sick is unavoida...
Earlier this month, the American Medical Association announced new guidelines defining blood pressure ranges. Based on this report, nearly half of all Americans are now being classified as having h...
Staying Healthy During the Holidays
The holidays are in full swing, and while it’s a great time to catch up with family, take time away from the daily work grind, and indulge in delicious food, we also know how stressful the holidays...