♥ "A smell can instantly beckon age-old memories or summon emotions in a whiff." I like to think my husband, Levi, and I moved to Berkeley because of the jasmine. Our first visit was in April, and the fragrance washed over everything, a bright watermelon haze tinged with narcotic...
Read More♠ This Swedish practice will start your morning on the right note. It’s 5 a.m.—far earlier than I usually wake—but the birds are at it again. It is impossible to sleep. I hear a chorus of voices singing me awake. So, it’s time to gökotta―rise early to appreciate...
Read More♠ Cause for optimism: A boom in stunning public parks! City dwellers have long sought refuge in urban parks where nature, albeit somewhat tamed, reigns supreme. A simple walk in the park can do wonders for one’s psyche, not to mention overall health. “Nature holds the key...
Read More↓ Nature is fuel for the soul. Embrace the great outdoors with these nature affirmations. If you need an energy boost, the best place to get it is outside. According to a study done at the University of Rochester, being in the presence of nature for just...
Read MoreYour body and soul will benefit from time outside each day. There is something about being in nature that heals us. Without the hum of electronics and the blue screens of our computer and phones, we can step outside and rejuvenate. It is no wonder in...
Read MoreDo you have a relationship with Planet Earth—your home? Taking time to focus on and appreciate the place you live creates a feeling of connection and health. ↓ Want to feel happier and more fulfilled in your daily life? You might start by considering how you view...
Read MorePhilosophy isn't just for professors. Embracing a philosophical attitude can make you healthier, happier, and (of course) wiser. List the top three things you’re interested in—that’s a request I made of 14 different people. Their responses included world travel, family, health, nature photography, playing guitar, and...
Read More◊ The Five Elements offer information that connects us to nature and our bodies and helps us to understand our energy and emotions. ◊ One way to help bring more balance, health, peace, and ease into your life is to spend more time in nature. As a licensed...
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