Will Going Out In The Cold Give You A Cold?
Many of us have heard: “Don’t go outside without a coat; you’ll catch a cold.” That’s not exactly true. As with many things, the reality is more complicated.
Farming Right Can Boost Soil Lifespans, Research Shows
Farmers can save the world’s soils and feed humanity for more than 10,000 years if they embrace soil conservation practices.
How To Outsmart Your COVID-19 Fears And Boost Your Mood In 2021
After a year of toxic stress ignited by so much fear and uncertainty, now is a good time to reset, pay attention to your mental health and develop some healthy ways to manage the pressures going forward.
Good News Headlines 1/19/2021
The harbor city of Dunedin in New Zealand regularly shuts down roads during the summer months to allow safe passage to wildlife…
Mother Of Magic
I have long been interested in ancient spiritual practices like shamanism and witchcraft, and how in reality they are so different from what is portrayed in movies and pop culture. Is it possible the Voodoo religion (spelled “Vodou” in Haiti) has been misinterpreted due to racial discrimination? I decided to find out for myself.
You Don’t Want To Imagine An Ocean Without Coral Reefs—But You Might Have To
The image of the canary in the coal mine is used over and over again to refer to many aspects of the climate catastrophe.
Tips For Nourishing Your Mental Wellbeing When Working From Home
You can learn how to nourish your mental wellbeing when working from home with these tips to help you get through the day.
Your Fat Friend Wants You To Start Having Conversations With Fat People
Anti-fat bias and diet obsession hurt everyone, says Aubrey Gordon. Her new book looks at the roots of that harm and what we can do about it.
Is Wireless Technology An Environmental Health Risk?
Early in 2012, I started having debilitating cognitive lapses, pressure headaches, nausea and worse when around wireless and electronic devices.
Whether Slow Or Fast, Here’s How Your Metabolism Influences How Many Calories You Burn Each Day
It’s a common dieter’s lament: “Ugh, my metabolism is so slow, I’m never going to lose any weight.”
Good News Headlines 1/12/2021
The annual challenge Veganuary announced Tuesday that it had received more than half a million sign-ups and counting…
How The Pandemic Gave Me Perspective
I am an only child of an only child. My mother and I live on opposite coasts. This morning at 4 a.m. I received a phone call from the nurse at the assisted-living facility saying that my mom had tested positive for COVID-19, and she’d have to be admitted to the hospital.
Why We Need A Small Farm Future
What if the route out of widespread farming towards urban-industrial prosperity that today’s rich countries followed is no longer feasible for millions of poor people in ‘developing’ countries?
My Neighbors Complete Cool Block Program; Win Award
Cool Block is a community organizing program that brings neighbors together to make their neighborhood more safe, resilient, healthy, and climate-friendly.
Connecting To Nature Is Good For Kids – But They May Need Help Coping With A Planet In Peril
When children feel connected to nature, they are more likely to report good health and a sense of well-being, more likely to get high scores for creative thinking, and more inclined to show cooperative, helping behaviors.
2020 Has Shown Us The Way Forward
No matter where in the world we are, the complexion of our skin, the language we speak, the gods we worship, many of us have been experiencing the same fears, the same losses.
Good News Headlines 1/5/2021
Created using mycelium, Adidas’ newest “leather” will join the brand's line of animal-free versions of its most iconic shoes, launched earlier this year as part of its sustainability initiative…
Keeping Indoor Air Clean Can Reduce The Chance Of Spreading Coronavirus
The best way to prevent the virus from spreading in a home would be simply to keep infected people away. But this is hard to do…
Transition Into Dreaming
When we understand that the physical world arises from the primordial light of Ti, by the power of dreaming, we realize we can step outside of the world around us and create a new and better one, a sacred one, driven by vision.
10 Myths About Plant-Forward Eating
A plant-forward diet focuses primarily on plants like fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, nuts, and seeds but does not eliminate animal products completely. Here are 10 common plant-forwarding eating myths.
How To Practice Mindfulness For Greater Wellbeing
Mindfulness meditation is a great way to ground your busy head, reduce stress, boost productivity, and even help you learn more about yourself.
Daily Astrology
September 14, 2025
Mixed trends persist throughout the day. As a result, many folks find the going unsteady. The tense Last Quarter Gemini Moon greets early risers with numerous worries. Haste can lead to forgetfulness or oversights...
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