​|Lately I have been wondering how I can become more of an advocate for every day sustainability practices in order to do my part to take care of our planet. I was taught early on by my parents that recycling is important and to take the time to rinse out recyclable materials and bring reusable bags when I shop. I also mostly take public transportation or walk to get around in my daily life, so being 'green' is very much already in my nature.

​|Have you been noticing yourself sneezing frequently, or rubbing your eyes from irritation? It might be due to the allergens in the room you're in at the moment. Allergens are small particles that can be found in a variety of sources, such as dust mite excretion, pollen, pet dander or even more sinister environmental sources like mold. Even if you don't have an allergic reaction, you can still be negatively impacted by allergens in the air.

|I am super excited to share that I have been nominated for an award! And what better time to receive this nomination than during the first few days of spring, as the air is bringing a sense of renewal to the environment. I'm excited to share more about this nomination, as well as nominate my own bloggers at the end of this post so stay tuned!

​|There have been times in the recent past that it was common to see posts on social media about the dangers of gluten and encouragement to avoid bread and bread-products at all costs. However, this generalized statement cannot be said about all bread in the world.. there are, in fact, many types of bread that have high nutritional value.

​|​People often feel that the only way to maintain mental health is to give all of yourself, day after day. No matter if that’s in the gym or at work, our culture celebrates giving 100% continually, with often no care for the potential burnout that causes.

​|Mental health is becoming less of a stigmatized topic in society, but there can still be a lack of understanding of the importance of maintaining our mental and emotional well-being.

​|Have you been dreaming of having a home you absolutely love to come home to, but are worried about the price tag that can accompany the purchase of trendy home furnishings and decor items? Making a home you love to spend time in, and bring your friends and family around to, doesn't have to break the bank!

​|This time of year, the word resolution is used a lot.. and it makes sense! A new year offers a fresh start and the perfect time to create your goals list and work towards a particular accomplishment. For many, the resolution of being healthier and exercising more is overwhelmingly a common new years resolution.

​Nobody’s brain is perfect and everyone can have a moment of forgetfulness here and there. Perhaps you just had a stressful day or you can’t get concerns off your mind. Regardless of the reason, check out these seven mantras people use to boost their memories. Some of them may surprise you, but rest assured that they are effective, which is the most important thing!