Emotional Eating: A Different Perspective
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Consumption. It’s part of our every day. From the foods we eat to the things we buy and even the activities we participate in, consumption surrounds us. But how often do we pause to ask ourselves why we consume the way we do? Is it simply because we enjoy the things we’re taking in or are there underlying emotions that affect our daily choices?
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What's Your Relationship with Food?
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Do we know why we eat what we eat? Is it simply to satisfy our hunger and gain nutrients? To feel energetic and strong? Or do the choices we make have deeper forces behind them?
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Life Without TV
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I often wonder if we have more time than we think. If we're simply taught to be busy or to believe that we are too old for things. I wonder, what takes up the majority of our time? As I started to reflect on this more, I noticed how much time watching TV actually took out of our day. And, it surprised me how much my idea of time spent vs. actual time spent differed. It surprised me how much time we would actually gain by taking it away altogether. So we decided to try it: to unplug our TV to see what would happen.
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10 Simple Ways to Use Less Plastic
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A spark isn't a fire, it's what starts the fire. Just like saying no to a plastic straw won't end plastic use, but it starts the conversation. And with so many better alternatives available to us, why not go green?
Here are 10 simple ways to use less plastic!
What is Self-Love?
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All of this talk about Valentine's Day and Love last week got me thinking: What does it really mean to love thyself? Is it taking a moment to pause and breathe in the middle of a hectic day? Is it allowing oneself to be vulnerable and open to growth and change? Is it as simple as putting a balm on my hands when they are in need of some nourishment? What exactly does it mean to practice self-love?