When is the last time you have thought about the factors that may impact your sleep? From family responsibilities to work stress and even unexpected issues, there is a myriad of reasons you may not get a good night’s rest. Even though you may not be able to control all the factors that interfere with your sleep, you can take steps to improve the slumber you get. It does not … [Read more...] about 6 Tips to Sleep Better and Wake Up Refreshed
Wellness
Green Therapy: Gardening for mental health
Being in the woods, strolling through the forest, or being surrounded by green has been proven to be good for wellbeing. You can extend that extraordinary feeling by working on your beautiful garden. Not only will you benefit from the gorgeous flowers, but even the smallest space can give you the opportunity to soak up some peace and mental health benefits. Why You … [Read more...] about Green Therapy: Gardening for mental health
The Cruelest Systemic Racism: The murder of a 16-year-old
The cruelest form of systemic racism might occur in death—especially in the handling of murder cases. I know that many of you follow this blog check-in to receive recipes, DIY projects, and wellness tips. This story, admittedly, does not fit neatly into those categories. I don't write most of my site content. I heavily rely on my writing team. Typically, I ask my daily … [Read more...] about The Cruelest Systemic Racism: The murder of a 16-year-old
4 Skills That Will Boost Your Overall Confidence
Confidence is a vital part of feeling better about life. Those of us in this world who lack confidence will struggle to go out and complete basic daily tasks. People who have hit rock bottom will know just how excruciating it is to go out in public or feel like a part of society. On the flip side, anyone who is soaring in confidence will know what it’s like to go out without a … [Read more...] about 4 Skills That Will Boost Your Overall Confidence
Nutrition: Tips for Improving Your Health
Feeling healthy and being healthy are two vastly different things, and our nutrition is a huge part of our well-being and happiness. There is this old saying “You are what you eat” and it still rings true, even in modern times. A lot of people tend to forego their nutrition, due to stress and lack of time, which is why they end up eating all the wrong things, mainly fast food, … [Read more...] about Nutrition: Tips for Improving Your Health