I love vacation as much as the next person. I welcome the chance to get away, to spend time in nature or with friends. I know vacation can benefit my overall health. But because of my ADHD, the very task of planning a trip is so overwhelming that I don’t even want to start. It’s no wonder people with ADHD…
I wake up to the sound of iguanas tumbling around the tin roof overhead. I roll over to see the sun shining on the mango trees and pink flowers outside. The sounds of dripping coffee and knives slicing fruit find their way into my room. The Mauser EcoHouse is a Costa Rican artist’s colony in the heart of the jungle.…
From artists to scientists to activists to explorers, plan a trip to get to know one (or two or three) of these world-changing heroines in honor of Women's History Month. Frida Kahlo House Mexico City, Mexico "I am my own muse, the subject I know best." – Frida Khalo One of the most influential artists of the 20th century, Frida…
Known as "cong you bing" in China, these delicious scallion pancakes are made with dough rather than batter, layered with flavorful scallions and pan-fried, resulting in crispy edges and an irresistible chewy texture perfect for dipping into a savory sauce. Scallions are one of the most affordable superfoods, packed with vitamin C, vitamin B, calcium, potassium and antioxidants. Make up…
If you’ve made a New Year’s resolution this year, the odds are not in your favor. Unfortunately, researchers think that up to 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by the end of the year. The good news is there are strategies and techniques you can use to help keep on track with your goals. By reframing the way you approach…
This beautiful, hearty salad is quick enough for a healthy weeknight meal while also feeling special enough for entertaining. Sweet delicata squash takes center stage and saves you time with its thin and edible skin. Paneer, a traditional Indian ingredient, is a firm non-melting cheese that crisps up deliciously in the oven. It adds protein and calcium to this dish,…
Every culture seems to have local fruits, herbs or activities that they swear by to promote health and wellbeing. While some may be far-fetched on a scientific level, others have been proven to have true medicinal qualities. The following health secrets have seen promising results as everything from anti-cancer treatments to anti-inflammatories and stress relievers. Golden Root in Russia The…
Do you feel a sense of dread when you think about being in the sky? You’re not alone! According to the Washington Post, about 40% of the general population reports some fear of flying. As an anxious flier myself, I’ve heard versions of the statistic “you are far more likely to die in your car than get into a plane…
While travel isn’t overarchingly sustainable, there are plenty of reasons to continue exploring the globe. Immersion in different cultures leads to a greater understanding and acceptance of differences, immense personal growth and the knowledge of universal similarities and how interconnected we truly are on this planet. So while air travel may not be great for the Earth, the positive repercussions…
If you’ve never traveled solo before, it can be an intimidating prospect. There can be so much to figure out when traveling, and without another person to share the responsibility with, it may seem like all the pressure is on you. More glaringly, the idea of traveling by yourself and trying to make new friends and experience new places on…
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