One Word 2019: Home
Each December, I choose a vision word for the upcoming year. It’s a tradition inspired by the One Word 365 movement, which encourages people to choose one word to help them grow in the coming year, rather than make New Years resolutions they probably won’t keep. A Recap of 2018 For 2018, I actually had two words: GROW and EXPAND. I must admit,…
How I Cope With High-Functioning Anxiety
{Guest Post} Today’s post comes from Courtney Hollenbeck, who runs the inspirational Invisible Crown blog. I hope her tips for anxiety management will help you peacefully navigate the often-stressful holiday season! People pleaser. Over thinker. Procrastinator. Insomniac. Dwells on past mistakes. Nervous. Flaky. Loyal to a fault. These are all attributes of a person who struggles with high functioning anxiety. I…
Ethical Gifts for Everyone on Your List
I’ve always loved finding the perfect gift. As a kid, I developed a reputation for making off-the-wall presents for my family. With an adult budget, my Christmas shopping joy has only amplified. I love how the perfect gift makes someone feel seen, known, and appreciated. So of course I couldn’t let the season go by without making a Gift Guide!…
Coconut Oil Sugar Cookies
A few years ago, I had to go dairy-free. As a lifelong baker, I struggled to adapt to a world without butter. Sure, vegan recipes were amazing. But I missed the recipes of my childhood—especially those buttery sugar cookies that always surface around the holidays. This year, I finally made a dairy-free sugar cookie that actually tastes like the classic.…
Ethical Black Friday Sales
Want to shop ethical, but you’re on a budget? Check out these Black Friday sales from ethical and eco-friendly brands! No matter what you’re looking for, there’s a deal here for you. Swap.com– Up to 70% off ABLE– 30% off site wide Boden – 30% off site wide People Tree – 30% off site wide Hackwith Design House –…
My Experience with DNRS – A Natural Treatment for Chronic Illness
Three years ago, I developed Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. It started with extreme fatigue, but within a year, I had a long list of strange symptoms. I suffered from stomach pain, food sensitivities, sore throat, swollen glands, burning ears, dizziness, brain fog, and more. My doctors were completely stumped, and I was desperate for relief. During this time, I read a…
Switching to a Safety Razor
In the last few months, I’ve been gradually switching to more natural household products. My main motivation was health: I wanted to see if I could reduce my toxic load and heal my chronic fatigue. But I was also interested in developing a more eco-friendly lifestyle. So I decided to try out a safety razor. Safety razors are a zero-waste…
Building a Slow, Ethical, and Healing Lifestyle
