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Understanding Ho’oponopono: A Beautiful Hawaiian Teaching About Forgiveness

February 17, 2025 by Admin 42 Comments

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People who struggle with the concept of forgiveness– both for themselves and for others– often find comfort in a deeply healing age-old practice that comes from Hawai’i. The beautiful Hawaiian teaching for Forgiveness is called “Ho’oponopono” (pronounced HO-oh-Po-no-Po-no), and it’s lovely. This ancient Hawaiian practice of forgiveness functions as both a communication concept for reconciliation […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas, Life Coaching Tagged With: culture, inspiration, meditation, self care, video

A “Forrest Gump” Guide to Savannah, Georgia

February 9, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin 1 Comment

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Tom Hanks’ 1994 performance in the iconic American film Forrest Gump was a revelation at the time the movie came out– though the politics of having an able-bodied person (Hanks) play someone who was intellectually disabled (Forrest) have certainly changed. (Spoiler alert: that is a bad idea!) Nevertheless, Forrest Gump remains an essential narrative within […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas, Travel Well Tagged With: american cities, culture, Georgia, pop culture, savannah, Travel Guide

A Father’s Day Gift Guide for Busy, Stressed-Out Dads

February 4, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

The products curated in our Father’s Day Gift Guide below encourage health, well-being, wonder, and happiness for every kind of Dad. Whether your Father is an outdoor enthusiast, an organization freak, an athlete, a foodie, a tinkerer, some combination of those, or non-traditional in some way, this gift guide offers a few ideas to suit […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: gift guide, holiday gift guide, self care

The Incredible Science of Stress Granules (and How To Counteract Them)

February 1, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin 6 Comments

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Stress has been something of a human paradox since the dawn of human existence. On the one hand, humans need stress to identify danger in the environment around us. But on the other hand, if left unchecked, this unbridled stress response can lead to a host of inflammatory diseases that can cause poor health outcomes […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: adaptogens, stress, stress relief

The 9 Best Birthday Cakes in San Antonio, Texas

January 27, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Whether you’re looking for a delicious, artistic birthday cake or a bespoke-themed celebration cake, the best birthday cake bakeries in San Antonio, Texas, can do it all. From franchised Food Network-approved bakeries to small Mom & Pop bakeshops, the people making birthday cakes in the fine city of San Antonio each bring their own unique […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: birthday cake, dessert, texas

Garlic and Memory: An Intriguing Connection

January 20, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Just when you think you know everything there is to know about garlic breath, a promising new link between garlic and memory has been traced to a compound in garlic known as allyl sulfide. Allyl sulfide is a naturally occurring flavor compound present in all Allium species, most notably garlic and onions.  According to research […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas, Mood Recipes Tagged With: aging, memory, recipe

What is a Lohri Party? What To Expect When Invited to This Joyful Indian Celebration

January 10, 2025 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

 The New Year brings with it lots of fluffy traditions that don’t always seem rooted in history or culture, but Indian Lohri celebrations date back thousands of years and have a certain joyful magic about them.  Like going to an Indian wedding, attending an Indian Lohri party is a bucket list item for many curious […]

Filed Under: Cool Ideas Tagged With: culture

The 100 Best Pregnancy-Safe Skincare & Beauty Products of 2025

January 10, 2025 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

9 Adorable Eco-Friendly 1st Birthday Gifts

January 5, 2025 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

The 10 Best Cruelty-Free, Non-Toxic Nail Polish Brands of 2025

January 4, 2025 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

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