Category: Lifestyle Blog
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Routines for Resilience
When writing a novel, famed Japanese writer Haruki Murakami’s days take on a structured rhythm. His alarm goes off at 4 am, after which he immediately gets to work for five or six hours; in the afternoon, he runs 10 kilometers, or goes for a 1,500-meter swim—or both. In the evening, he’ll read and listen…
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Living Well with the Founders of Cowboy Colostrum: On Friendship, Curiosity, and the Spirit of Modern Wellness
Before Cowboy came to life, Steph and Jessy were two best friends chasing better health, swapping wellness hacks, and realizing that maybe feeling good didn’t have to be so complicated. Then came colostrum, the natural powerhouse that changed everything. What started as a shared discovery quickly turned into a mission to bring a little more…
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Are You Buying Gifts or Feelings This Holiday Season? A Therapist Explains
The holidays have a funny way of turning even the most grounded among us into emotional economists. One minute you are just “picking up a few things,” and the next you are calculating love in receipts and justifying it as festive generosity. Between family expectations, endless group chats, and social media feeds that make everyone…
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Underappreciated Habits for a Healthy Brain
Have you come across any deep-seated beliefs about brain health, your own perhaps included? For instance: Dementia runs in my family; there’s little I can do about it. Or Diet and lifestyle can’t do much past a certain age; damage has already been done. Let’s take a closer look at these ideas. Your brain wants…
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Brussels Sprout and Spinach Saag Tofu “Paneer”
Coconut milk adds a creamy richness to this vegan take on a traditional saag paneer. Fragrant spices are combined with seasonal greens and roasted tofu in a nutritious, flavourful stew-like dish that’s abundant in iron and antioxidants, and as full of flavour as it is vibrant in colour! Dial the heat of spice up or…
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Striking a Balance
When something feels wrong in our bodies, it’s common to consult the internet. This can be enlightening, and even empowering. But if taken too far, it can also be damaging. Google any symptom under the sun and you’re sure to find web page after web page of possible causes, each one more terrifying than the…
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Where Holistic Meets High Tech: Inside Heal LA and the Ammortal Chamber
Heal LA is one of those places you hear about from someone who is really into wellness, but the moment you walk in, you understand why. The space is quiet and minimal, with soft light and a calm that feels natural. No crystals, no gimmicks, just a sense that everything here was created to help…
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Crispy Sweet Potato Patties with Spicy Cilantro Chutney
Vibrant cilantro chutney brings heat and lime tanginess to balance out the delicious earthy flavour of these creamy sweet potato patties. Crisp on the outside and packed full of fibre and antioxidants, hemp hearts and chickpea flour add extra protein to these nutritious and savoury snacks. Delicious served hot with chutney, they’re also a welcomed…
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The Cauliflower That Finally Earned a Main Character Moment
Every so often, a cookbook lands on our radar that makes healthy cooking feel exciting again. In Good Health: Uncomplicated, Allergen Aware Recipes for a Nourished Life by Rachel Riggs is exactly that. Known for her hit Substack Minimalist Kitchen, Rachel brings a refreshing, down to earth energy to allergen friendly cooking, turning simple ingredients…
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Why Your Toothbrush Isn’t Doing Enough (And What Science Says to Add Next)
We have all been there. We buy the newest whitening toothpaste, switch to electric brushes, and try every trending hack that promises a brighter smile. But here is the truth no one really talks about. We are obsessed with the look of our teeth and rarely think about the health of what is holding them…