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Wellness + Inspiration

Finding Inner Peace Through Past Life Regression

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We've all heard stories of glimmers of past lives; some have even experienced inklings of times that once were be it in a connection with someone or a physical manifestation in the body. Could there be something there floating in the beyond that links us to each of the people that we once were? It seems tough to deny that we all have elements of ourselves ou[...]

7 Ways to Love Your Lungs

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Our lungs are our first line of self-defense, and come fall, I find myself treating (acupuncture) a lot of people with stagnation in their lungs and large intestine. Each season corresponds to a different element, and each element corresponds to different organs and meridians; which means people are more prone to disorders in these channels during each perio[...]

Ways to Help California Wildfire Victims and First Responders

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The wildfires in California have impacted thousands, decimating homes, buildings and conditions for wildlife. There have been numerous images of animals fleeing, giraffes and horses running on the beach, wild rabbits huddled on street corners, and of course people in tears wondering what will happen to them. Over 20,000 residents have evacuated their homes,[...]

10 Lessons to Learn from Minimalism Without Becoming a Minimalist

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Minimalism is the practice of finding freedom and joy through having less. In a society where we are so focused on acquiring more, doing more, being more, it offers a breathe of fresh air to the ceaselessness of the rat race. Unsurprisingly, it's become something of a movement garnering a surge of popularity; note: minimalist queen Marie Kondo. It goes beyon[...]

How Self Love Became the Foundation for My Career as a Freelancer

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It seems that self-care much of the time does not go hand in hand with our careers. Rather than being integrated, it lingers within the realm of personal time and something we do when we're completely burnt out at the end of the week. Perhaps that's why so many people are pursuing remote work and their passions in search of a job that expands your boundaries[...]

Talking Body Love with Lingerie Designers from Around the World

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Lingerie is meant to be intimate and sensual, a delicious treat you share with yourself to feel empowered in the bedroom. However, it can be difficult to find a brand that you connect with in the sea of mass produced intimates that dominate the market; their supremacy propelled by glitzy ad campaigns that have redefined what our expectations are for a real b[...]

These Impactful Illustrations Are Making Waves in the Latinx Community

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Meet Yocelyn Riojas, the illustrator, social activist, and Latinx artist behind the powerful resistance art highlighting recent Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) immigration issues facing millions across the nation. From the Texas Capitol to the most recent Women’s March in Washington DC, Riojas’ impactful illu[...]

Wanderer’s Tarot: A Must-Have, Dreamy Deck For The Modern Witch and Everyday Woman

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Contemporary witch, artist, writer, tarot reader, and San Francisco native Casey Zabala followed her inner wanderlust and intuition to create the exquisitely hand-drawn Wanderer’s Tarot deck. Modified by the need for feminine insight, these cards were designed for the modern-day witch and everyday woman. “The Wanderer's Tarot is a feminist deck because it ai[...]

How to Write Successful Daily Affirmations

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Negative thoughts, feelings, and emotions are normal. So why do we beat ourselves up when negativity seeps into our lives? Emerging feelings of guilt quickly lead to a cynical mentality. The good news? Learning to implement simple affirmations can not only replace negative feelings but can help you live a happier and more fulfilling life.  What are Affirm[...]

Women on the Road podcast delves into the beauty (and realities) of alternative living

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With no passport required, a new bi-weekly podcast series called Women On The Road (an extension of the She Explores interview project created by Gale Straub) take listeners on exclusive adventures across the U.S. featuring candid, compelling, and vulnerable conversations with female travelers in different stages of life on the road. Amplifying voices like M[...]