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Dear Brené, Please Take One More Step

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The other day while walking I listened to Brené Brown’s podcast on Words, Actions, Dehumanization, and Accountability. I’ve been a fan of Brené for a long time having discovered her books years ago, purchased her books often for others, and traveled to hear her speak in person. My life has benefitted from her research findings […]

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Real Salt

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I like salt. Not too much. Not too little. I naturally have low blood pressure, plus I eat a wholesome plant-based diet, and I exercise regularly. I do not have any chronic illness that may warrant an omission of dietary salt. For all these reasons, I enjoy a bit of salt in my diet. It […]

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Why I Drink Mushroom Tea

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I first heard about the Four Sigmatic company when I heard Rich Roll interview the company’s founder Tero Isokauppila. I was intrigued not only by the fascinating fungus kingdom but also by the adaptogenic properties of mushrooms. I was ready to try some mushroom elixirs! “It may surprise you to learn that mushrooms account for […]

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I’ve Become a Porch Farmer!

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Well, technically it’s a balcony. And technically it’s a garden. But “balcony gardener” didn’t sound nearly as fun as “porch farmer.” Anyhow I’m excited to tell you about the Lettuce Grow Farmstand. (Use code FRIEND-4URF for $50 off!)  It all started with the Eat for the Planet podcast episode #117 with Jacob Pechenik who co-founded […]

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Confessions of a Teetotaller

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I haven’t had a drop of alcohol in over 10 years and my confession is this: I don’t miss it one bit. In fact, I gleefully relish in the fact that I no longer wish to consume alcohol. • I don’t miss hangovers, even slight ones. • I don’t miss the financial expense. • I […]

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The Case for Wholesome Veganism

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A great number of different people think that the word vegan means a great deal of different radical things, however the official definition – managed by The Vegan Society – is really quite rational: “A philosophy and way of living which seeks to exclude – as far as is possible and practicable – all forms […]

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Commitment is Often Inconvenient

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Once you make a deep commitment to personal health, sometimes moving through life is inconvenient because standard, status-quo society isn’t set up to easily and effortlessly support healthful habits and decisions. Recently I went on vacation with my family which involved moving through airports. My husband and I avoid unnecessary radiation when given the choice […]

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The Alluring Hope of Quick Weight Loss

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The lure of losing weight quickly is powerful. That’s why the weight loss industry is consistently profiting 70 billion dollars annually. We are desperate to lose weight and will do just about anything to achieve quick weight loss…except slowly learning how to eat right to lose weight gradually and permanently. We’d rather throw endless dollars […]

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