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6 Great Eco-Friendly Maternity Clothing Brands

March 1, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin

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When you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, comfort is of the utmost importance. But many new moms also find themselves increasingly worried about the environmental impact of their consumer choices. So, where can moms-to-be look for comfortable, stylish eco-friendly maternity clothes? Knowing where to shop, in this case, is key– especially if you’re on a budget or […]

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Understanding Gezelligheid, The Dutch Word for An Optimally Relaxed Social State

March 1, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

In recent years, niche European words have become popular with English speakers all over the world as they capture perfect sentiments of universal feelings that not every language has a word for. First, of course, there was the French bon apetit (aka “enjoy your meal”); then came sprezzy (Italian slang for “stylishly messy”); then the […]

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The 9 Best Natural Eczema Creams of 2023

March 1, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

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Suffering from itchy skin? This mild stress response typically happens when your immune system overcorrects itself. Fortunately, these research-backed all natural, steroid-free eczema creams will tone down itch and calm inflammation without using harsh chemicals or steroids. Ultimately, you’ll need a “barrier cream” that protects the skin barrier– which usually means a lotion or cream […]

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The 9 Best Birthday Cake Bakeries in San Antonio

February 27, 2022 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 […]

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The 6 Best Birthday Cake Bakeries in Asheville, North Carolina

February 18, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin Leave a Comment

Asheville, North Carolina is a charming little mountain town known for its wonderful food, which showcases the robust Appalachian tradition of using seasonal, local, heritage ingredients. This description may conjure images of Edenic farmers’ markets (which are indeed idyllic in Asheville), but this is also true when it comes to birthday cakes. Local bakeries here […]

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

February 18, 2022 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, we 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 […]

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

This is “The Most Calming Song in the World” According to Neuroscientists

February 17, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 1 Comment

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Hunting for relaxation music and want to get really clinical about it? Marconi Union’s “Weightless” is literally the most calming song in the world– at least according to neuroscientists.  Allow me to explain further. In 2011, British ambient band Marconi Union worked with sound therapists and researchers from Mindlab International to specifically design an 8-minute […]

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25 Helpful Gifts for Stressed Out People

February 10, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 3 Comments

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As I’ve gotten older, I’ve come to realize that people really only want gifts that will make their lives easier. That’s why I put together this collection of gifts for stressed-out people– a collection of beautiful, functional stress relief gifts that promote mental health and wellbeing. We live at a moment in history when divisive […]

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7 Natural Face Moisturizers That Are Good for Mind, Body & Earth

February 8, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 1 Comment

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There’s a renaissance happening with clean skincare, particularly with respect to all-natural face moisturizers. Not only do consumers want face moisturizers to be chemical-free, but they’d like them to honor the environment and the people who make them. To succeed in this increasingly conscientious consumer market, they also need to have beautiful packaging and a […]

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The 7 Best Natural Eczema Shampoos of 2023

February 1, 2022 by Molly Beauchemin 2 Comments

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It’s hard to find an all-natural eczema shampoo that works to calm itch and inflammation without chemicals. Luckily, natural anti-itch shampoos are becoming more of “a thing”, especially among online shoppers. Accordingly, natural beauty brands are responding with earth-friendly and pregnancy-safe natural eczema remedies that get better every day. Unfortunately, most over-the-counter anti-itch and anti-dandruff […]

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