GRAMMY'S BOOK CLUB | BOOK REVIEW

GRAMMY'S BOOK CLUB | BOOK REVIEW

Lucy and Mother Maple is an endearing book that can be used to start conversations with kids on how they can make a difference in this world. In particular, this book demonstrates the role a child can play in helping the earth. Also, it’s a story that addresses the difficult topic of loss in a nurturing way.

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Five end-of-the-day activities you’ll love

Five end-of-the-day activities you’ll love

The fast pace of life often causes us to lose touch with ourselves by the end of the day. We feel so overloaded and exhausted that watching TV, scrolling social media or the internet is all we want to do. The thing is, doing these things actually stimulates our mind—not the best strategy for a good night’s sleep. Instead, try to end your day with a calming activity or two. Research says it’s your best bet to beat those wakeful nights. Here are some tried and true ways to unwind your way.

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Nine things kids can do on Earth Day or any day

Nine things kids can do on Earth Day or any day

April 22nd is Earth day and it’s a good time to introduce kids to seeing nature as more than a big playground. Teaching them how to be earth friendly can mean a lot of things these days. It’s everything from making sure we have clean air and water by reducing pollution to keeping stuff out of our landfills by reducing waste.

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Nine ways to help you get started on your happy, healthy year of well-being

Nine ways to help you get started on your happy, healthy year of well-being

Studies show that if you spend time in nature, you’ll increase your energy, be more mentally focused, feel more relaxed, and get more oxygen into your lungs to help expel airborne toxins. So why not make time in nature a regular practice this year. And while you’re at it, do something for yourself. Below, I have a round-up of reader favorites to get you started. Don’t think of these as resolutions. More like simple intentions that are fun and enjoyable. Some of these activities you can do inside, but the results amp up if you take them outside.

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PICTURE IT WELL: balance

PICTURE IT WELL: balance

Finding balance during the holidays can be challenging. Holiday cards, baking, shopping for the perfect gift, a too-full calendar, and having to spend time with challenging people can amplify things in a not-so-merry way. According to Martha Beck, Harvard-trained sociologist, life coach, and New York Times best selling author, it’s impossible to live a balanced life when trying to meet all of the demands our society puts on us.

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National Take a Hike day on November 17

National Take a Hike day on November 17

The national Take a Hike day was established to recognize the more than 60,000 miles that make up of the National trails system in the U.S. The word that comes to mind when I think about 60,000 miles of trails is appreciation. It would be a sad state if we had to forge our own trails to experience nature and all its wonder. So I give whole-hearted thanks to all those hard-working people that made the trail system what it is today.

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How to turn a good walk into a great one this fall

How to turn a good walk into a great one this fall

Fall is a fantastic season for taking a walk. Especially on a cool, sunny day. The earthy smells, saturated colors, and crunchy sounds make every step so energizing! You’d have to live under a rock if you haven’t heard about the many immune boosting benefits from walking. It lowers blood pressure, improves sleep, and reduces stress to name a few. Here are five ways to help you get even more out of your walk.

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