Hungry In New England
Ode to a baked potato.
Good News Headlines 2/28/17
Eating less meat is essential to curbing climate change, which is why Germany’s Environment Minister Barbara Hendricks is only serving vegetarian food at official functions.
We Aren’t So Different—3 Steps To Overcome Hate And Fear
Here’s how to really listen and find compassion.
How Citizens Can Combat Harmful Environmental Policies
I’m concerned about the impact the new administration will have on the environment, especially the calls to bypass renewables and ramp up fossil fuel production. What can I do as an average citizen to combat harmful environmental policies?
New Thinking To Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
The green-thinking consumer has already implemented a number of helpful changes. Fuel-efficient cars, better insulation in homes, and modernized appliances all play a part in cutting energy consumption for the eco-friendly individual today.
The Difference Between A Cold And Flu - Try Nature's Flu Shot
Learn 9 ways to keep your immune system strong against the cold virus.
Solar Energy Powers Sustainable Solutions
Every mouthful of food eaten by virtually every creature on Earth depends ultimately on the sun. But it can do much more than nurture the crops that feed us − and humans are starting to exploit this potential in striking new ways.
Good News Headlines 2/21/17
The members of the Lower Merion Aces wore black t-shirts with the message “I am a Muslim. I am a refugee. I am an immigrant. I am an American. I am an Ace.”
Four Ways To Stay Mentally Fit If You're Struggling With The Political Climate
If you plan to endure the social changes under way with gritted teeth and clenched fists, I invite you to experiment with these techniques to find what combination might work for you.
Massachusetts Might Become America’s First State To Commit To 100% Renewables
Clean energy supporters in Massachusetts announced legislation committing Massachusetts to get 100 percent of its energy needs from clean and renewable sources by mid-century.
Why Science Can’t Be Silent
Up against the White House’s “alternative facts” and attempts to hide climate data, new allies—citizens and science—can prevail against politicians and corporations.
Music Training Speeds Up Brain Development In Children
Observing a pianist at a recital – converting musical notations into precisely timed finger movements on a piano – can be a powerful emotional experience.
How Clothes Are Polluting The Food Supply
The environmental impacts of our clothing choices are shocking, as studies assessing toxic effects of various fabric treatments to laundry detergents and the fabric fibers themselves need serious attention.
The Folk Herbalism Resurgence: A Conversation With Kiva Rose
The Medicine Woman’s Roots is one of the most informative and beautiful sources for everything related to folk herbalism, bioregionalism and land-based living there is, a real celebration of all that plants awaken in us as individuals and as a community.
Animals And Plants Evolve Faster In Cities — With Implications For Humans
Cities are hubs of commerce, politics, population — and evolution? Yep. Due to human-wrought environmental change, biological evolution moves more quickly in cities than in other areas.
How To Help Immigrant And Muslim Neighbors
People are turning their anger into action, borrowing in some cases from the 10 Actions, 100 Days campaign of the women’s marches, finding ways to connect with and support immigrant and Muslim neighbors and communities.
Good News Headlines 2/14/17
This land is your land: Seattle Symphony responds to Trump travel ban with ‘Music Beyond Borders’
The Most Important Thing You’re Not Discussing With Your Doctor
The idea that health care should be patient-centered sounds obvious, but what does that mean?
Yellowstone National Park Sends Hundreds Of America’s Last Wild Buffalo To Slaughter
Under continued pressure from Montana livestock interests, Yellowstone National Park is sending hundreds of America’s last wild buffalo—the National Mammal of the U.S.—to slaughter.
Town Halls Become ‘Indivisible’ Epicenters As Trump Resistance Grows
With help from activist manual written by former congressional staffers, Republicans face angry crowds in home states.
How To Get Rid Of Lice
While medicated shampoos are touted as the best way to get rid of head lice, you have to decide whether you really want to slather your child’s hair up with pesticides, especially when they may not kill the lice and there are other effective alternatives.
Daily Astrology
April 2, 2026
The aftermath of yesterday’s dynamic full Moon sees a noticeable downshift in energy. Urgency is minimized as the Libra Moon travels void of course from before dawn until midnight. If possible, let your mind and heart wander...
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