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5 Wonderfully Calming Qi Gong Videos For Relaxation & Energy

March 4, 2023 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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In an era when most of us have a heightened awareness of the negative effects of overstimulation, the slow, methodical mind-body practice of Qi Gong has become increasingly appealing. Everyone wants to feel calm and centered in their minds and bodies, right? So why not look into the time-honored healing practices of the ancients to […]

Filed Under: Anxiety Hacks, Cool Ideas Tagged With: meditation, mindfulness, video, yoga

Ice Baths, Cold Plunges, The Wim Hof Method & Beyond: How Cold Therapy Became a Pop Culture Phenomenon

February 5, 2023 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

Amid the discerning consumers of post-pandemic wellness culture– in which the prospects for future thriving look increasingly like things we used to do in the past— ice baths and cold plunges are having a pop culture renaissance.  I first heard about cold plunging almost ten years ago, when the talking heads in the New York […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: culture, free therapy, pop culture, Psychotherapy

3 Breast Milk Facial Recipes (Yes, Seriously: It’s Great for Skin + Using Leftover Supply)

December 17, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

When I was in my mid-twenties and traveling like crazy in pursuit of unique wellness treatments, a beauty bar in Chicago started offering breast milk facials for $40 a pop at their hip facial spa in River North. As a skincare junkie obsessed with trying new things, I immediately flagged this treatment as something I […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: beauty, DIY, parenting, pregnancy, self care

The 100 Best Pregnancy-Safe Skincare & Beauty Products of 2023

December 6, 2022 by Admin Leave a Comment

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This master guide to the 100 best pregnancy-safe skincare and beauty products on the market today combines scientific research, beauty editor tips, EWG and environmental advocacy recommendations, and other holistic health insight into the coolest, safest products every mom-to-be needs to try.   When shopping for pregnancy-safe skincare and beauty products, always remember: What goes on […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: beauty, pregnancy, skincare, stressed out skin

The 10 Best Cruelty-Free, Non-Toxic Nail Polish Brands of 2023

December 1, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 10 Comments

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So, you’re in the market for cruelty-free, non-toxic nail polish. And if you aren’t, here’s why you should be: new studies from Duke University and Environmental Working Group show that nail polish chemicals can seep into the bloodstream even through the nail bed. Ah!  For that reason, and the fact that traditional nail polish has […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: beauty, gift guide, vegan

The 5 Best Eco-Friendly Down Alternative Comforters of 2023

November 19, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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When it comes to getting better sleep, your choice of a comforter couldn’t be more important. If you aren’t already using a weighted blanket to encourage deep, restful sleep, these eco-friendly, hypoallergenic down alternative comforters are the next best thing to a prescription. Trust me!   This is in part because staying cool is key to […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: environment, gift guide, insomnia relief, sleep hacks

9 Adorable 1st Birthday Gift Ideas (Eco-Friendly & Non-Toxic)

September 15, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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If you’re looking for an adorable 1st birthday gift that’s eco-friendly, non-toxic, and stylish, we’ve got you covered.  When shopping for a thoughtful birthday gift for a one-year-old, keep this in mind: Today’s modern parents want toys that are functional, educational, and ideally made from non-toxic, sustainable materials (and if they also look aesthetically pleasing, […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: environment, gift guide, parenting

Behind-The-Scenes Look at Privé Swiss: Where CEOs & Celebs Get Luxury Mental Health Treatment

July 17, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 1 Comment

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In a world where entrepreneurs seek out running therapy in Los Angeles and people everywhere are increasingly finding solace in online tele-therapy, immersive care nevertheless remains one of the most intensive and profoundly transformative therapy experiences on the market today. In this landscape where mental health has become an increasingly salient buzzword, Privé Swiss, the […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas, Life Coaching, Travel Well Tagged With: burnout, getting to know yourself, mental health care, Relaxing getaway, therapy

6 Best Reef-Safe Zinc Sunscreens of 2023 (Most Effective + Elegant Formulas)

July 2, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Reef-safe zinc sunscreen– which always contains physical UV blockers rather than chemical SPF– is better for coral reefs because these formulas don’t contain avobenzone, oxybenzone, octinoxate, octocrylene, octisalate, or homosalate– six active chemicals that are known to be toxic to coral reefs. (And they’re not great for the human endocrine system, either!)   It’s important to […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: advocacy, airplane travel, beauty, environment, skincare

15 Delightful Yoga Gifts (Eco-Friendly + Stylish Props)

June 24, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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I know I know: you don’t need another gift guide. But sustainable yoga gear is all the rage among today’s yoga lovers. This gift guide for eco-friendly yogis spotlights all the latest, coolest gifts for yogis that make the practice more fun. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or trying to find some nice swag for […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: fitness, gift guide, neck tension, self care, yoga

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