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Short-Term Diet or Long-Term Lifestyle Change?

Being a mindful and conscious consumer can be hard sometimes. There are incredible, affordable options out there for everything from shampoo to t-shirts that align with my beliefs (ethically made, useful, non-toxic) but I sometimes find myself lusting after gorgeous brand-name grocery items/purses/lipsticks/yoga pants. I might get pretty far down the road towards purchase or consumption before I “catch” myself and am reminded think more … Continue reading Short-Term Diet or Long-Term Lifestyle Change?

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Friday (Er, Sunday) Finds 2/14/2014

Happy weekend, everyone! Ever have a weekend that’s busier than your week? Yeah, that’s annoying and I try to avoid that situation at all costs. Here are some things I’ve been reading/watching/laughing at this week: I feel about a million miles away from New York Fashion Week but I still enjoyed this free set of emojis from Harper’s Bazaar My family loves Patagonia gear and … Continue reading Friday (Er, Sunday) Finds 2/14/2014

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3 Ways to Actually Enjoy Valentine’s Day

Single or attached, married or unmarried, young or old – Can we all agree it’s fun to celebrate love and sweetness on Valentine’s Day? You may not be on board, I get it. It might be a bit more complicated and layered once you start to think about this holiday. Feelings can get hurt if expectations don’t match reality. It may or may not just … Continue reading 3 Ways to Actually Enjoy Valentine’s Day

Friday Finds: 2/7/2014

It’s Friday again! This week positively flew by for me. Perhaps that’s because I started a Whole30 on Monday (more on that later, I promise! This is my 3rd one so suffice it to say that I’m hooked.) Coffee drinkers, unite! Seriously, look at this image straight on. Haha! (Source) Perhaps it’s because I lived in Seattle but I love the idea that huge throngs … Continue reading Friday Finds: 2/7/2014

5 Simple Quotes to Contemplate

I like short quotes because they unpack and uncover solutions to complicated things in a simple and pleasing way. Life is complicated. It’s hard to escape from the web of external pressures, internal pressures, wants, needs, motivations, and obligations we all experience on a daily basis. If we can have a few minutes of clear contemplation because we read a good quote, I say that’s … Continue reading 5 Simple Quotes to Contemplate

Friday Finds (12/20/2013)

Hello lovelies! For your enjoyment, the scientists here at Meredith Tested have developed this highly curated, scientifically developed list of Friday Finds for your viewing and reading pleasure. Bon appetit! This family rocks their creative, hilarious and adorable video Christmas card. Fa-la-la-ha-ha-ha! On another note, check out this idea for how to end homelessness in one year. Hint: it involves plastic bottles…Wha?? What do you think? … Continue reading Friday Finds (12/20/2013)

Friday Finds (12/13/13)

This is what I’ve been reading, watching, listening to this week! You may have already seen this mesmerizing video of 25 ways to wear a scarf, but it’s worth another look. Since I’m approaching 30, I appreciated (and was freaked out by) this list of “beauty regrets” from blogger My Beauty Bunny. Psst… Look for an eye cream post right here on MT soon! I … Continue reading Friday Finds (12/13/13)