Wine cultivated in the top California vineyards tastes excellent, beyond doubt. However, have you ever thought about who or what safeguards the vineyards from rodents and pests? The winemakers are particular about each aspect of the process, from cultivating the grapes all the way through to production and bottling. They have to be especially careful ...
Recycling things goes a long way in reducing carbon emissions and reducing the load on the environment. In Denmark, people have found unique ways to reuse discarded wind turbine blades. In Denmark, wind power has been used to generate energy for years and it’s quite commonplace for tourists to come across a series of huge-sized ...
Sometimes, we do not pay heed to things deemed apparently trivial, but those things can actually help us in many ways. One such example is activated charcoal. It is a black powder without any smell that is used a lot in emergency rooms for dealing with overdoses. It has proven toxin-absorbing properties. The powder is ...
When you make decisions in your life, you go through a mental dance of toing and froing, trying to weigh up which direction is best for you. But in this process, how can you know which thoughts to listen to? Many people rely on their intuition. Intuition is sometimes called your ‘gut instinct,’ or heart. ...
I never used to worry too much about washing my fruits and vegetables thoroughly myself, just a quick rinse under running water and a polish on my shirt is all the care I would give to my apple before munching on it. Then, I learned about the risks of consuming pesticides that are used on common fruits and ...
I’m all for working smarter, not harder. When I learn a new tip that makes life’s chores simpler, easier, and cheaper, I like to share it with my friends so they too can benefit, such as these simple laundry hacks. This Buzzfeed video offers some good ideas for when you next decide to attack your laundry: Some ...
Among the world’s developed countries, Japan has the highest life expectancy. What accounts for this known fact, you may ask. There are several reasons for the longevity of Japan’s citizens. These include one’s genetic inheritance, the overall improvement of living standards, engaging daily in healthy eating habits, and maintaining a realistic balance between work schedules ...
It’s important to recognize self-compassion, but we often avoid doing so because we’re afraid that it will be too hard. This is a misconception as self-care can actually give us more energy and help us feel better about ourselves! 4 easy steps to self-compassion 1. Remind yourself that you are not alone One of the ...
Probably many of you have not heard of Claire Wineland. She was a cystic fibrosis activist who passed away at the tender age of just 21 years. A sufferer of cystic fibrosis herself, the young girl inspired millions of people in the world through her short but very strong messages. In this message, she inspires ...
When you are relaxed, have you ever noticed your breathing? It is slow, gentle, and usually you don’t notice that you are breathing. Breathing exercises are a great, quick way to help relax, and that’s because when you slow your breathing, you help relax your whole body. Take time to notice how you feel next time you ...