Mala beads aren't just beautiful pieces of jewelry—they are also important mediums for peace and enlightenment.
Traditionally, the beads have been used in prayer and meditation. But don't let that intimidate you. Anyone can wear mala beads, whether you meditate or not. Often, people are drawn to the necklaces for their...
Inspired by Gabrielle Bernstein, we have to get on board with being present when we are dating. In a world of fast swipe Tinder choices, it can be hard to stay in the moment rather than mentally thinking, “Next!”
Prior to your next date, save a few moments for meditation rather...
Mixed Greens Breakfast Salad with Roasted Citrus (...and Bacon)
tuja's breakfast salad, tweaked from Bon Appétit Magazine.
We tujis love our green smoothies n’ all but our palates haven’t progressed to the point of blended bacon. Bleh. This is how you can get two favourite foods into one breakfast dish.
We know it’s not exactly on the World’s Healthiest Foods list,...
Are You a Stressed Out Entrepreneur? Here’s How To Handle It
Starting your own business and calling yourself boss is a big deal. Entrepreneurs are basically superheroes; the race for deadlines, managing people (even yourself!), fixing mistakes and preventing new ones. All of this can add buckets of stress to your workday. Sweatin' yet?
To keep being at the top of your...
Deficient in Self-Love? 6 Gentle Ways to Show Yourself Kindness
To show yourself kindness is a key practice when it comes to self-love. We’re taught from a young age to treat others with kindness and compassion, but how often do we take time to be loving and kind to ourselves? The truth is, we get more than we give when...
Coconut Fennel Smoothie Recipe ft. Green Grape Goodness
High fives all around! You made it through Blue Monday, the most depressing day of the year.
Now that that’s out of the way, can you feel more daylight and the sweet smell of the spring wind? Maybe not if you’re near the eastern seaboard or a mountain dweller, but out...
8 Foods for Super Boosting Your Brain Power (Cue Pinky)
Think your diet is helping you think better? It might if it includes these top 8 foods. Here's what to chow down on if you want kick-ass cognitive powers.
1. Some Sage Advice
It's no coincidence that this word refers to both a plant and a wise person. Studies have found that...
Cara Cara Orange Margarita + Chile Salt Rim = Winter Cocktail Perfection
If you’ve been looking for an excuse to drink a Margarita in the colder months, let the Cara Cara orange be your season pass.
Cara Caras, with their pinkish-red seedless flesh, are similar to navel oranges, but with a distinctive cranberry-like tang. This tart component makes them a perfect sour-flavoured complement...
Serious Reasons You Might Be Tired (Other Than the Obvious)
In the last year, I've been more tired than the rest of my years combined (and I used to open coffee shops). I had a baby, and my previously stellar sleep slipped into something a little different. My ears are on alert for middle-of-the-night cries, so much so that slight...
Let 'em Eat Bread with this 4-Ingredient Paleo Plantain Flatbread Recipe
Good bread is one of the most fundamentally satisfying foods. But if gluten isn’t your thing, or the idea of trying to bake up a warm, delicious loaf on your own feels too daunting, this gluten-free plantain flatbread might be just the solution.
Simply whip up the plantains with a couple...
