What do the Experts Say? A Cutting Boards Example

On most or many topics the science and decisions forming recommendations evolve over time. And the general awareness about them evolves over time. The evolution of cutting board product type recommendations and awareness provide a very simple, somewhat dull, example, but is a small reminder of how topic “experts” well, maybe they are correct and…

Clothing Disposal Options

When streamlining your closet, clearing it of clothing you no longer use, if it ends up in the trash, it ends up in landfill. In the U.S., 14.5 million tons of textiles were landfilled and incinerated in 2018 – clothing being the main source. What to do? Donate: a rule of thumb when you’re thinking…

Rituals

Many of us derive comfort from the repetitiveness of a ritual. Some use them to connect with family and friends and to allow for human social interactions and structures, to honor the natural markers in our lives. Many rituals have become connected with celebrations or expressions such as birthday cakes, baptism and graduation ceremonies. Many…

Emotional Freedom Technique for Anxiety

We find many are anxious right now. This is not surprising given all that is going on in the world, creating unknowns. (We will not elaborate on the goings on in the world here as this is a post about healing anxiety.) Since Emotional Freedom Technique or EFT (also known as Tapping or EFT Tapping),…

Here is to Naps!

We are a fan of naps, have had no dispute about them as they feel rhythmic and refresh us. And we now know that research indicates they have a link to better brain and heart health and also improved cognition, creativity and memory. It has been found that interesting ideas pop up after a deep nap…

Input for a Clean & Fresh Bathroom

We cannot claim this is exciting, but do feel it may be helpful. The below ideas for a clean and fresh bathroom are from trulyfreehome.com’s May 2024 newsletter: Shower Heads and Faucets For a hands-free deep clean, fill a plastic bag with diluted white vinegar and secure it around your shower heads and faucets. Let it…