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Ease Chest Congestion & Cough With Ginger Wraps
Although a mustard wrap (also known as mustard plaster) has long been used for congestion and mucus, I found a ginger wrap for cough and
Infused Vinegar: A Simple Way To Add Great Flavor
Making infused vinegar is a simple and fun process. Also, it gives you a product, suited to your palate, that lends a flavor blast to
Natural Homemade Carpet Cleaner & Stain Remover
This DIY natural homemade carpet cleaner spray works on tough messes and dirty carpets. It gets rid of smells, is all-natural, and is simple to
How to Choose Peace When You’re Under Pressure
“Let us fill our hearts with our own compassion.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh “Mom’s concentrating,” I tell my kids as I clean up after dinner. I
Lesson from Infertility: What’s Helped Me Cope with Disappointment
“When you find no solution to a problem, it’s probably not a problem to be solved, but a truth to be accepted.” ~Unknown For the
Travel Tips for the Anxious Spirit
“Travel light, live light, spread the light, be the light.” ~Yogi Bhajan For years, I avoided travel. Just the thought of leaving home made me
Two Types of Boundaries That Can Help You Take Good Care of Yourself
“Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others.” ~Brené Brown Do you have the courage
How to Make Your Own Natural Feminine Wash
This is an all-natural DIY feminine wash (homemade douche). Some name brands claim to be all-natural, but upon closer examination, this wasn’t really true. Safe
Fellow Dreamers: If You Feel Like a Fool, You’re on the Right Track
“Move out of your comfort zone. You can only grow if you are willing to feel awkward and uncomfortable when you try something new.” ~Brian
Homemade French (Catalina) Salad Dressing Recipe
This homemade French dressing recipe is delicious and very simple to make. It is great on taco salads and I love using it on salads fresh
5 Things to Stop Doing When You’re Struggling and Feeling Drained
Recently I’ve been spread incredibly thin and, at times, I’ve felt stressed to the max. In addition to being at the tail end of a
Free 5-Day Mindfulness Challenge – Interview with Mindful in May Founder Elise Bialylew
Every year, I share a little about Mindful in May, a month-long online meditation program that can dramatically improve your state of your mind and
How to Embrace Your Sensitive Superpower and Stop Feeling Overwhelmed
“With realization of one’s own potential and self-confidence in one’s ability, one can build a better world.” – Dalai Lama Sensitivity can feel like a
3 Ways to Stop Obsessing and Start Enjoying More of Your Life
“Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself, in your way of thinking.” ~Marcus Aurelius I’ve come to realize
Great Small Farm Animals For Small Homesteads
My homestead is a half acre, so the plans center around small farm animals. So from cattle to goats to chickens to donkeys, these small
How To Make Kombucha and Recipe Variations
This recipe will teach you how to make kombucha, list its many benefits, and give you a few great recipe variations to make your DIY
Beautiful & Fun Multicolored Easter Egg Soap Recipe
This colorful Easter egg soap recipe looks and smells beautiful! You can display it in your bathroom with pride or even give some away as
How Restrictive Diets Mess with Our Brains and Lead to Bingeing
“Your body is precious. It is your vehicle for awakening. Treat it with care.” ~Buddha When I went on my first diet in my teens
Why Compliments Made Me Cringe and How I’ve Learned to Accept Praise
“Even when the sea is stirred up by the winds of self-doubt, we can find our way home.” ~Tara Brach What is it about praise
Before You Send That Message to Your Ex, Consider This
“If the hurt comes so will the happiness. Be patient.” ~Rupi Kaur What if I said instead of messaging our ex, we had a different
Natural Homemade Mosquito/Insect/Bug Repellent
This natural homemade mosquito repellent is great for mosquitos, flies, and other annoying warm season bugs. Apply your DIY mosquito repellent with confidence. Homemade Mosquito
How to Make A Delicious Homemade Licorice Recipe
Learning how to make licorice at home is a simple and fun project. Here is our basic homemade licorice recipe complete with vegan and gluten-free
How Embracing and Loving My “Negative” Emotions Helped Heal My Pain
“Do not fight against pain; do not fight against irritation or jealousy. Embrace them with great tenderness, as though you were embracing a little baby.
Why We Close Ourselves Off to Friendships and How to Open Up
“If you accept a limiting belief, then it will become a truth for you.” ~Louise Hay Picking the flimsy gold lock on my groovy denim-covered
How Getting Hit by a Bus Taught Me To Stop Worrying and Start Living
“Sometimes it takes a good fall to really know where you stand.” – Hayley Williams How often do you appreciate the pleasure of taking a
Learn How to Make Herbal Bath Salts at Home
You’ll learn how to make bath salts so you can enjoy them in your tub or give them away as gifts. It’s also a great
Slow, Imperfect Progress Is Better Than None at All
“When perfectionism is driving, shame is riding shotgun, and fear is that annoying backseat driver.” Brené Brown Sometimes I feel like the girl who cried
A Simple and Delicious Breakfast Sausage Recipe
Making a homemade breakfast sausage recipe isn’t as hard as you think. Actually, it’s really easy. Just add your favorite spices to ground pork and
5 Excellent Herbs to Grow For Homemade Tea
Save money and grow your own tea garden! You get to pick which plants to grow and create tea blends with the freshest herbs! Here
Growing Herbs In Water for Fresh Herbs All Year
Growing herbs indoors can be tricky, one solution is growing herbs in water. Read on to see how we do it and for easy tips
My Needs Matter Too: How I Started Speaking Up and Setting Boundaries
“Setting boundaries is a way of caring for myself. It doesn’t make me mean, selfish, or uncaring just because I don’t do things your way.
Accepting My Autistic Self: Why I’m Done Trying to Fit In
“I care for myself. The more solitary, the more friendless, the more unsustained I am, the more I will respect myself.” ~Charlotte Brontë, Jane Eyre
Love Them Today, Before Their Tomorrow’s Taken Away
“Before someone’s tomorrow has been taken away, cherish those you love, appreciate them today.” ~Michelle C. Ustaszeski Last year, my grandfather passed away. He had
When Expectations Hurt: How I’ve Forgiven My Absentee Father and Healed
“What will mess you up most in life is the picture in your head of how it’s supposed to be.” ~Unknown I may have said
30 Reminders for Sensitive People Who Feel Drained, Ashamed, or Judged
There are some words that get painfully etched into our memories as if with a red-hot poker. For me, growing up, those words were “you’re
Cabin In The Woods DIY Air Freshener Spray Recipe
This cabin in the woods DIY air freshener has a manly scent and can cover up masculine smells in my home. Use the recipe with
Don’t Let It Beat You: How to Find Your Fighting Spirit When Life Gets Tough
“Sometimes, life will kick you around, but sooner or later, you realize you’re not just a survivor. You’re a warrior, and you’re stronger than anything
How Lowering Our Expectations Helps Us Do What We Really Want to Do
“Human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind.” ~William James Despite being the sort of person who’s constantly generating self-improvement to-do
9 Lessons from my 9-Month-Old Nephew, Who’s Taught Me How to Live
“The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” ~William Arthur Ward Oliver. Ahh, my heart skips a
It’s Not All Love and Light: Why We Can’t Ignore the Dark and Just “Be Positive”
“The dark night of the soul comes just before revelation.” ~Joseph Campbell If you frequent Instagram or any other social media platform these days, you
A Homemade Lavender Lemon Lip Scrub Recipe
This DIY lip scrub recipe is one of my favorite summer projects. Essential oil lip scrub makes my lips silky smooth and is a perfect
Homemade Bubble Bath Without All The Chemicals
This homemade bubble bath recipe is made without chemical soaps and sudsing agents. It is sudsy, simple to make, and requires just a few simple
Learn How To Make Your Own DIY Essential Oils
Making DIY essential oils are easier than you think. You can go the route of buying a copper still, but that is expensive, so we
How to Avoid Petty Fights and Get What You Need in Your Relationship
“It’s never overreacting to ask for what you want and need.” ~Amy Poehler It was yet another stupid argument that escalated from nothing to a hundred
The Beauty of Doing Nothing: Why I’ve Embraced Being Unproductive
“Every good cause is worth some inefficiency.” ~Paul Samuelson
I made a mess yesterday. The mess is still there. Who knows when the mess will disappear.
The mess provided me with one of those sense-pleasing plates of food that lingers …
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5 Powerful Mindset Shifts to Stop Worrying About What Other People Think
“Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner.” ~Lao Tzu
We carefully pick out what we wear to the gym to make sure we look good in the eyes of the other gym goers.
We …
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The Invisible Effects of Social Media: When It’s Time to Stop Scrolling
“What you do today is important because you are exchanging a day of your life for it.” ~Unknown
Is there a more precious commodity than time? It’s the currency of life; the most basic finite resource, and we have …
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Forcing Spring Bulbs For Flowers In Cold Months
Do you long for Spring color during the Winter? Have you tried forcing bulbs indoors so you have beautiful flowers in your house with very little effort? Forcing bulbs is…
Forcing Spring Bulbs For Flowers In Cold Months was written by Debra Maslowski.
10 Things You Need to Know to Have a Strong, Happy Relationship
“The most painful thing is losing yourself in the process of loving someone too much, and forgetting that you are special too.” ~Ernest Hemingway
When I was in my early twenties, I was in a relationship with a man …
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How to Clean Pillows and Mattresses Naturally
Learn how to clean pillows and how to clean a mattress to better protect your family from the dust mites, mold, and bacteria that build up in them over time.
How to Clean Pillows and Mattresses Naturally was written by Debra Maslowski.
We Keep Going, One Tiny Step at a Time, and We Should Be Proud
“Don’t wait until you reach your goal to be proud of yourself. Be proud of every step you take.” ~Karen Salmansohn
One of the greatest ironies of being human is that we’re often hardest on ourselves right when we should …
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Why I can’t call this a ‘Life Hack’
You know there are some words or sayings that for reasons unknown just get your back up?
I have a few…Lush, is one of the top ones. Oddly I don’t take issue with it when used in its original context… “the jungle was so lush and g…
What to Ask Yourself When You Feel Lost, Unsure, or Confused
“The quality of your life is a direct reflection of the quality of the questions you are asking yourself.” ~Tony Robbins
I am naturally inclined to do—to go, to move, to take action. Slowing down takes a lot of …
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Homemade Foot Scrub Recipe for Soft Summer Feet
This homemade foot scrub rejuvenates feet left rough from long Winters. Simply mix the DIY foot scrub ingredients, pour into a jar, and use whenever needed!
Homemade Foot Scrub Recipe for Soft Summer Feet was written by Dawn Combs.
Overcoming Intergenerational Trauma: We Can Break the Cycle of Abuse
“Our ancestors knew that healing comes in cycles and circles. One generation carries the pain so that the next can live and heal. One cannot live without the other, each is the other’s hope, meaning and strength.” ~Gemma B. Benton…
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Why Having Your Sh*t Together Is Overrated (and Misunderstood)
“It’s not about time, it’s about choices. How are you spending your choices?” ~Beverly Adamo
Hi, my name’s Tash. I’m twenty-six years old and soon I’ll be living in a van.
My sister is twenty-three. She owns her own flat, …
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Soothing Homemade Gel Face Mask for Acne
This homemade face mask for acne is simple to make. It utilizes slippery elm bark and aloe vera to help soothe acne, sunburn, dry, and red or swollen skin.
Soothing Homemade Gel Face Mask for Acne was written by Guest Author.
How 5 Simple Habits Made Me Love My Life More
“Good habits are worth being fanatical about.” ~John Irving
Your habits are directly related to the quality of your life. Good habits lead to joy and fulfillment in your life, while not-so-good habits leave you yearning for your life to …
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25 Things Introverts Want You to Understand About Them
“Solitude matters, and for some people, it’s the air they breathe.” ~Susan Cain
We live in a culture that celebrates extroversion and sees introversion as a weakness or something to overcome.
If you’re an introvert, you may have grown up …
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9 Ways to Clear a Clogged Drain without Chemicals
Use these homemade natural drain cleaner ideas to get rid of that nasty clog in your drain. Trust me, you can do it without the chemicals and yes, it works!
9 Ways to Clear a Clogged Drain without Chemicals was written by Debra Maslowski.
How Recovering People-Pleasers Can Discover What They Really Want
“When you say ‘yes’ to others, make sure you’re not saying ‘no’ to yourself.” ~Paulo Coelho
People-pleasers regularly subvert their own needs for the needs of others. We spend years saying “yes” when we mean “no,” signing up for commitments …
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Ingredients That Will Ruin Your Homemade Soap
There are many different things people put in their homemade soap. This article shows you which soap making ingredients to avoid when making your own soap.
Ingredients That Will Ruin Your Homemade Soap was written by Debra Maslowski.
How to Get Past Doubt and Do What You Really Want to Do
“Doubt everything. Find your own light.” ~The Buddha
As far back as I can remember, I’ve allowed my life to be shaped by external forces.
On the outside, it appeared like I was just another carefree soul, living in the …
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How I Learned to Like and Trust Myself Again (and How You Can Too)
“Loving yourself starts with liking yourself, which starts with respecting yourself, which starts with thinking of yourself in positive ways.” ~Jerry Corsten
Useless. Hopeless. Broken.
This was how I saw myself.
I didn’t completely loathe myself, but I didn’t like …
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Herbal Chocolate Aphrodisiacs For That Lovin’ Feeling
Herbal Chocolate Aphrodisiacs? Absolutely! We give you a list of aphrodisiac herbs and also a delicious recipe for herbal chocolate aphrodisiac desserts!
Herbal Chocolate Aphrodisiacs For That Lovin’ Feeling was written by Dawn Combs.
One of Those Days? How to Deal When Everything Irritates You
“Be proactive not reactive, for an apparently insignificant issue ignored today can spawn tomorrow’s catastrophe.” ~Ken Poirot
Do you ever have one of those mornings where the battle against annoying minutiae begins before you’re even truly awake?
One of …
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But it’s so convenient!
But it’s so convenient!
And that right there, dear reader is the problem. I’m not going to lie to you, this has been a tricky post to write because it would be very easy to write it in such a way to leave you picturing me walking do…
Almond Biscotti Recipe: Vegan & Gluten-free Options
This basic biscotti recipe teaches you how to make biscotti cookies. I prefer using almonds but include variations for vegan and even gluten-free cookies!
Almond Biscotti Recipe: Vegan & Gluten-free Options was written by Debra Maslowski.
The Key to Acceptance: Understand That Everything Changes With Time
“If you argue with reality, you lose, but only 100% of the time.” ~Byron Katie
I love this quote. Ironic, really, because when I first read it I was furious—furious with my reality and anyone who encouraged me to accept …
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Why Highly Sensitive People Make Amazing Life Partners
“Our relationships are a reflection of the relationship we have with ourselves.” ~Iyanla Vanzant
Looking back at my life I see that all of my romantic relationships up until now suffered because I didn’t recognize or value my sensitivity.…
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How to Naturally Remove Oil Stains From Clothes
When you work with oils, you end up with a lot of stains. So knowing how to remove oil stains from clothes is a must, even if the stains are already…
How to Naturally Remove Oil Stains From Clothes was written by Katie Vance.
What Your “Negative” Emotions Are Trying to Tell You
“Life will only change when you become more committed to your dreams than you are to your comfort zone.” ~Billy Cox
It might sound like a senseless paradox to say that the “bad” or “dark” things about you are actually …
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How I Went From the Pain of People-Pleasing to the Freedom of Being Me
“How hurtful it can be to deny one’s own true self and live a life of lies just to appease others.” ~June Ahern
Growing up I felt lost, separate, and different from everyone else in my family. After all, …
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Sensual DIY Massage Oil: Perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Valentine’s Day always used to be a struggle, until I came up with this homemade sensual massage oil! It’s sensuous and romantic without being too girly.
Sensual DIY Massage Oil: Perfect for Valentine’s Day! was written by Katie Vance.
Create More, Consume Less: A Surefire Way to Feel More Excited About Life
“Creating means living.” ~Dejan Stojanovic
We live in a consumer culture. We love to eat, drink, and be merry—while binge watching whatever’s trending on Netflix and getting a dopamine hit for every item added to our cart on Amazon Prime.…
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A Raw and Healthy Chocolate Fudge Sauce Recipe
This simple chocolate sauce recipe is healthy and raw when made with cacao powder. The texture is fudgy yet pourable so it sets when you dip things in it.
A Raw and Healthy Chocolate Fudge Sauce Recipe was written by Sarah Ozimek.
Say Yes to What Excites You and Make This the Year You Really Live
“I imagine that Yes is the only living thing.” ~E.E. Cummings
During the fall of 2017 I began openly dating, four years after my separation and divorce of a twenty-plus year relationship. It was scary. And I was clear—I didn’t …
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Sometimes We Are the Ones Who Need to Change
“Setting an example is not the main means of influencing others, it is the only means.” ~Albert Einstein
When I was younger, I had a lot of opinions about what other people needed to change.
“Why can’t people conserve …
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