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Written by Matthew Whitaker Growing up, I was never the most athletic. I enjoyed time outdoors and hiking as a Boy Scout, but I was never interested in team sports like swimming or track. I suffered from asthma, which only made exercising more difficult. In college, I tried to exercise more but gave up after […]
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“I feel like I show up ready to love, and end up mothering someone instead.” TL;DR More women are stepping back from dating because it feels emotionally one-sided, draining, and unrewarding. This isn’t bitterness, it’s self-protection. With a stronger sense of independence and clearer boundaries, many women are choosing peace. If dating is exhausting, you’re […]
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“The classroom remains the most radical space of possibility in the academy.” – bell hooks Written by Celia E. Swanson Autumn isn’t far away, and many students are already back in school – just the time for some sage advice from a professional educator on how to get the most out of that first year […]
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Originating in India, the concept of karma is often associated with Eastern spiritual and philosophical traditions — and it’s a fundamental principle in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism — but its principles transcend religious or cultural boundaries. The term karma comes from the Sanskrit word karman, meaning action or deed. In its original context, karma […]
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Silence is essential. We need silence just as much as we need air. __Thich Nhat Hanh Noble Silence is a profound practice rooted in ancient Buddhist traditions, offering a pathway to inner peace and clarity. In our modern, noise-filled world, embracing periods of intentional silence can be a transformative self-care strategy. 🧘♀️ What Is Noble […]
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Are you aware that we don’t all exist in the same timeframe? Your internal clock is not my internal clock. The natural timing you gravitate toward is called your chronotype. Chronotype – What? Basically, your chronotype is your preferred schedule for sleep and wakefulness. You might be an early bird (get those worms!), you might […]
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In a world where stress, burnout, and overstimulation are the norm, turning to ancient wellness systems like Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can offer a refreshing, grounded path back to balance. These time-honored traditions emphasize prevention, natural healing, and living in harmony with nature — a gentle reminder that healing doesn’t have to be […]
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In a world obsessed with more, it’s easy to overlook the power of less. When it comes to beauty and self-care, slowing down may be the secret to glowing skin and a calm and peaceful state of mind. We’re not suggesting you skip your skincare routine. What we mean is approaching the process with intention. […]
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To sleep, perchance to dream — William Shakespeare We’re supposed to get eight hours of sleep a night, but it turns out the kind of sleep you’re getting might be more important than how much. A large-scale study published in Nature Communications identified five distinct “sleep profiles” that reveal how your sleep habits affect not […]
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. . . Nothing can tarnish that.” — Yoko Ono People have turned to nature for healing, clarity, and comfort for eons. Among the most respected – and cherished – tools for inner balance are healing crystals: natural stones believed to hold vibrational energies that align with our bodies and emotions. Spiritual skeptics and curious […]
