Quick Takes
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From ocean beaches to mountain meadows to scenic drives, these stops will not disappoint. Add to your travel itinerary or make it your destination.
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Start your own one-sentence nature journal at home
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Simple nature experiences can give you long moments of joy. And writing them down in a small nature journal can make them even more memorable. Just write one sentence about something you notice. It might not seem like much, but it’s powerful and builds over time.
Read MoreHAPPY EARTH DAY SLIDESHOW
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I hope you can celebrate our earth in some small way. And to get you inspired, please enjoy the Earth Day Slideshow at the end of this post featuring gorgeous images from Given Photography. It’s about two minutes and just a peek at our travels and all of the beauty we have experienced throughout the years.
Read MoreA calming backyard meditation
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I still remember the first time I meditated more than 10 years ago. It was Christmas time and I had picked up a how-to book at a used bookstore. I sat on the floor next to our Christmas tree, closed my eyes, focused on the in and out of my breath and immediately fell asleep. Not exactly what I was expecting.
Read MorePICTURE IT WELL: feather your nest
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The spring season is is all about creation, transformation, and expression of the new. Seeds sprouting, birds building nests, and budding vegetation everywhere. It’s a resurrection of sorts. The current global situation plays right into it. Something new is afoot. And it’s coming from us.
Read MoreNeed to get centered? Try an easy grounding activity
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During foreboding times like these, look to the earth’s healing power to help ward off your fears. Grounding or sometimes called earthing is a powerful technique that will help you harmonize your energy. The effects of this ancient practice, which can be traced back thousands of years in Chinese medicine, might seem mysterious, but there is science behind this technique, which connects your energy with the earth’s magnetic field.
Read MoreNine ways to bring nature inside
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Create a tranquil ambiance in your home by bringing elements of nature inside. Think of this as more than home decor or adding a few potted plants. Surround yourself with items that portray bits of our natural world that you enjoy. Things that are intrinsically you. Things that nourish you. As you add these elements, your home will begin to take on a sanctuary-like vibe. You’ll feel more calm, peaceful, supported, and joyful. Here are nine ideas to help you bring nature into your home.
Read MorePICTURE IT WELL: learn to love solitude
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Spending time alone in nature is a good way to quell anxiety. It has been well researched and reported that when you spend time in nature you can tap into its natural uplifting energy. Before you know it, your curiosity will kick in, you’ll become interested in your surroundings, and your persistent negative thoughts will dwindle. Do it often and nature will become your go-to-place to feel better.
Read MoreSUMMER WANDERINGS: THREE BEAUTIFUL AREAS TO EXPLORE
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Blue Lake, Cascade Mountains. Washington State
The view was outstanding and well worth every step it took to get there. We were hiking during one of those perfect mid-June days that are often illusive in the Pacific Northwest. Breathtaking colors, stunning reflections,
Read MoreNine things the longest living people on earth have in common
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Recently I’ve been reading about Blue Zones—a fascinating research-based movement focused on healthy longevity. Its research is based on five regions around our planet where the healthiest people live—many of them centenarians.
The people in these five regions have nine things in common (see list below) that contribute to their long lives.
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