The brilliant hues of autumn and cooler air beg us to experience the changing seasons first-hand. Normally, as the heat of the summer begins to dissipate, a renewed sense of calm sets in. But this year has been a little different. 2020 has been something
We had a completely different article written for this week. But as we escaped the 500+ air quality index (AQI) in Oregon, it didn’t feel like we could talk about anything other than the horrific wildfires that are raging across the western half of the
Sleep, oh glorious sleep. With it, we wake up feeling like we can change the world. Without it, we find ourselves struggling to get through the day while reaching for too much caffeine. It’s a vicious cycle that many—if not all—of us are familiar with.
The only thing we can be sure of in life is change. Nature itself exists in a continuous loop of transformation. As the seasons change, the natural world regenerates and all of the life within it endures in symbiosis–except modern humans. Humans are part of
As the planet warms and becomes more populated, the negative impact of our modern life is increasingly evident. While invisible to the naked eye, the toxic chemicals released into the atmosphere as a byproduct of our antiquated energy and waste systems are taking a toll
Knowing how many toxic and potentially harmful ingredients are hiding in many of today’s body care products can make it terrifying (and discouraging) to look at ingredient lists. Between the endocrine-disrupting parabens and phthalates that can lead to infertility, cancer, and other chronic diseases and
Each of us has the opportunity to vote with our dollar in every purchase decision we make; with every company we work for or choose to do business with. And today, it is more critical than ever to support the companies that put your health
The economics of our world is changing for the better. We have reached a point where there is now more incentive for countries, companies, and individuals to protect and foster nature than to extract resources from it. In a comprehensive new report, more than 100
Supporting Earth’s biodiversity is imperative to humans’ quest to heal ourselves and the planet. Biodiversity is a term used to describe the totality of all life on Earth. Thousands of unique habitats. Millions of different species. Billions of individuals. And trillions of characteristics they all
For most of human history, we lived on the edge of the forest. We were a part of the ecosystem, living in harmony with the life that thrived within these enchanted places. Now often referred to as old-growth forests, these isolated sites that once covered
The complexities of our planet’s natural ecosystems have inspired fables throughout human history. There are many lessons to be learned from the inner workings of nature: a setting that can feel like it has become separated from humanity today. As we look towards the future
Ah, the kitchen. What a wonderful place of gathering in our homes. It’s an epicenter of activity where we make delicious meals together, laugh, and enjoy each other’s company. We can almost smell the fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies from here. Unfortunately, it can also be
Capitalism worldwide is becoming more conscious of a healthy and sustainable future. Global leaders realize there will be no jobs on a dead planet. Consumers are now much more careful about how they use their hard-earned money and how those funds degrade or improve the
If 2020 has united us in a single way, it has reminded us to slow down and take stock of what truly matters in our lives. Life is full of choices; small, incremental choices and monumental, fate-altering ones. We can choose to live actively–to take
There is an abundance of simple storage tricks that keep our food fresh for a longer time. They also help us create less waste and save us money at the same time. These inexpensive to adopt methods can save you from shedding a tear because
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