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5 Health Benefits of Walking

5 Health Benefits of Walking

Have you thought of ways to add more physical activity to your day? Walking is a great way to start becoming more active! It’s free and doesn’t require any equipment. I have challenged myself to go on a walk for at least 30 minutes a day, and I’ve seen a vast improvement in my mind and body. Keep on reading to find out more about the health benefits of walking.  (more…)

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Morning Serving Tray Essentials Under $25

Morning Serving Tray Essentials Under $25

I deeply believe in the saying “Own the Morning, Own the Day.” 🙏🏾 Taking a few moments at the start of every day to create the space we need to be inspired, productive, and calm sets the tone for our entire day. So for me, that means fueling up with some of my favorite things, all together on a little morning serving tray in my office with the sunlight streaming in. I spend a few minutes in the…

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How to Get Vitamin D Without Risking Excessive Sun Exposure

How to Get Vitamin D Without Risking Excessive Sun Exposure

Vitamin D, we’ve all heard about it! It’s one of the first vitamins for me to list when I think of my must take daily vitamins. It’s a universally known fact that the body gets Vitamin D from the sun, especially in the heat of the summer time. While the rays of the sun are great sources of Vitamin D, they also serve as a risk for excessive sun exposure. This can lead to health issues such as skin…

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9 Health Benefits of Indoor Plants

9 Health Benefits of Indoor Plants

Plant aficionados, rejoice – indoor plants (aka house plants) continue to rise in popularity since its surge in March 2020 (aka the beginning of quarantine), and they haven’t slowed down one bit. The indoor plant trend has birthed a booming community of plant lovers, aka Plant Mamas & Plant Papas, who are avid collectors and nurturers of all plant things. Plant newbies are turning to social media…

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5 Best Natural CBD Skincare Products for Self-Care

5 Best Natural CBD Skincare Products for Self-Care

Sponsored by Burt’s Bees To improve and support the health of our mind, body, and soul, we need time and space to rest and rejuvenate. Self-Care is a requirement for me, every day, in small acts or extended sessions, and is key to protecting my peace. And it looks like I’m in good company, as 9 out of 10 Americans (88%) actively practice self-care, too.* No matter how hectic my schedule is, I…

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9 Best Biodegradable Baby Wipes

9 Best Biodegradable Baby Wipes

Every mama out there knows that having a baby means buying soooooo many diapers and baby wipes. Putting all of that waste in the landfill impacts our environment, especially because baby wipes do not break down for over 100 years! Plus, some wipes can contain toxic ingredients that are not the best for our tiny human’s sensitive skin. We see climate change happening every day, and it’s time to…

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10 Best Wellness Supplements For Focus & Motivation

10 Best Wellness Supplements For Focus & Motivation

When I first started working at home, I felt like I was constantly on such a motivation kick to get anything and everything done that I could. I slowly felt myself feeling burnt out and realizing that it was harder to focus on certain tasks. For me, it’s easy to lose track of time when working on something that excites me, but in return, I spend less time on the other priorities. If you’re…

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13 Best Healing Crystals for Beginners

13 Best Healing Crystals for Beginners

To protect my peace, I’m grateful to have many ways to help battle anxiety, stress, and fear. Meditation, affirmations, breathwork, and yoga are all instrumental in keeping me in a mindful state, and most recently, crystal healing. Crystal Healing is the practice of using crystal’s unique energy patterns to bring balance to the person’s life and promotes happiness and stronger mental well-being.…

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12 Best Natural Sunscreens for Babies and Toddlers

12 Best Natural Sunscreens for Babies and Toddlers

The warmer months are finally upon us, which means more sun exposure and the possibility of sun damage. Sunscreen is essential for all of our outdoor adventures, since one bad sunburn can drastically increase our chances of skin cancer later in life. So, let’s talk about what we’re lathering up with! There are tons of sunscreen options for kids out there, but how do we know which to buy? I’ve…

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8 Powerful Skin Health Benefits of Seaweed

8 Powerful Skin Health Benefits of Seaweed

Today I want to share how seaweed is one of the most amazing organisms in the world and benefits our skin like no other. Seaweed is super rich in nutrients that are not only beneficial to our bodies, but also for our skin. There are fantastic skin restoring benefits that seaweed has to offer. I’ve been loving to find new products and new health benefits to encourage my love of using seaweed in my…

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11 Health Benefits of Watermelon

11 Health Benefits of Watermelon

Watermelon season is just around the corner, and I’m already counting down the days and checking out farmers market stands every weekend. My family and I love spending summertime picnicking at the beach and by the pool, with lots of watermelon to snack on and keep us cool. Not only does watermelon make a delicious treat, but it has tons of benefits for the body. At only 85 calories per serving,…

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9 Benefits of Refrigerating Skincare

9 Benefits of Refrigerating Skincare

I have been refrigerating my skincare for years, even before skincare fridges recently became trendy! While it simply feels amazing to use a chilled jade roller on your face, refrigerating skincare products has real benefits as well. Although, it is important to research which products are best to refrigerate, because some are designed specifically for room temperature environments. Serums,…

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12 Best Meditation Apps

12 Best Meditation Apps

This past year has blindsided us in more ways than one, leaving us feeling emotionally heavy and more uncertain than ever before. And while there is so much we’re waiting for, it’s important that we create a safe space for us everyday, and spend even a few minutes protecting our peace. There are so many studies that have been done on meditation and the positive impact meditating has on our health…

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10 Mugwort Skincare Health Benefits

10 Mugwort Skincare Health Benefits

I know the word mugwort might sound like it should be coming out of a Harry Potter film and not like it should be related to skincare, but trust when I say that mugwort THE It ingredient we all deserve to add into our skincare and wellness regimen this year. Mugwort is a prized K-beauty skincare ingredient that is truly magical, just not the type of magic we see in Harry Potter. Mugwort is a weed…

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11 Best Wellness Podcasts for a Better You

11 Best Wellness Podcasts for a Better You

Now that we are a full month into the new year, many of us may be struggling or second guessing our “New Year, New Me” resolutions and goals. Most of us start the year out waving the Whole 30 flag, championing a new, shiny exercise routine, or other new fitness or wellness trend. Then, when we miss a workout or daily goal, we lose motivational steam, and without much needed wellness coaching, may…

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20 Best Romantic Valentine's Day Movies (2021)

20 Best Romantic Valentine’s Day Movies (2021)

It’s safe to say that Valentine’s Day will be spent at home this year, but to be honest, I’d rather it be this way. What’s better than spending time at home with the ones we love most, heart shaped box of dark chocolates and bubbly for dessert, curled up on the couch with a sweet lineup of the best love stories? While I’ll miss going out for a nice dinner date, we get to enjoy Valentine’s Day as…

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Best Family Gift Guide Under $40

Best Family Gift Guide Under $40

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Family Time. This year has been a whole lot of things for all of us, and if I’m taking the “glass half full” angle, this year has emphasized how much love I have for my family, both together under the same roof and apart. So as we kick off this 2020 Holiday season, I’m focused on gifts that brought my family together this year, both physically and virtually, and that will…

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