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A Deep Dive Into Castor

Eat it, treat it, put it on your face; castor oil is an age-old quick-fix to a host of common complaints. The magic behind its countless uses lies in the castor plant’s uniquely high concentration of a special organic triglyceride called ricinoleic acid. This extremely rare fatty acid constitutes ninety percent of castor oil’s chemical makeup. The rest is a mix of salts, terpenoids, and flavonoids that enhance immune function, circulation, arthritis relief, acne reduction, and may even help induce labor! Let’s take a look at the forgotten wonders of castor.

Break the Cycle

As I laid awake at night pregnant with my first child, a million thoughts raced through my mind. I don’t feel maternal. Will I be a good mom? I like doing what I want. Will I learn to be selfless? How will I deal with this new challenge? Will it change me forever? Will I become my mom? That last one hit me like a ton of bricks. I sure hoped not.

Piece by Piece

If you haven’t done a puzzle since you were a kid, consider this your sign to jump back in! It not only has the power to evoke beautiful memories of the past, it also helps to slow down your brain (key for mental clarity), forcing you to focus on one task, completing a piece at a time. In our fast-paced world of constant alerts and multitasking, puzzles can be a way to bring instant calm and peace to a hectic day. We caught up with Rachel Hochhauser and Jena Wolfe, founders of the fun and funky brand Piecework Puzzles, to talk jigsaws, nostalgia, and the business of artful puzzles.

Come Sail Away

If you’ve ever been sailing, you know what an amazing pastime it can be. Equal parts thrilling and relaxing, nothing in the world compares to the feeling of slicing through the waves on open water. Bare boat chartering, cruising, sailboats, and especially catamaran sailing have been around for ages, but have been steadily gaining in popularity. Go Baja Sailing in La Paz, Baja California, Mexico offers one week live board courses where you can earn your ASA sailing certification, allowing you to rent boats anywhere in the world. Imagine sailing in Croatia, Spain, Cuba, or Tahiti… the possibilities are endless, adventure awaits!

“But There’s So Much Potential…”

The fixer-upper. It’s a rare gem when you’re searching for the perfect home, but a fool’s errand in the dating game. Unlike real estate, where something worse-for-wear affords the glorious opportunity to renovate your way and blueprint your dreams to order, finding a suitable romantic partner means committing to what’s right in front of you. What you see is what you’ll get — but how often do we see our prospective matches clearly?

Good Grazing

If you’re looking for a highly impressive meal with minimal labor, we’ve got you covered. From a super snackable, highly customizable appetizer to a decadent shareable dessert, we know you’ll love this any-occasion feast as much as we do!

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Crimson Harvest

Overflowing bouquets of fresh flowers aren’t just for springtime. Complement any holiday décor by bringing the beauty of nature inside. Follow these tips for rustic styling perfect for the colder months.

Attitude of Abundance

Winter is the perfect time to focus our mindset around prosperity and reconnect with our ability to manifest abundance. “New year, new you” doesn’t happen automatically, but our desire to begin again with resolutions of good fortune, sound health, and success can be easily enhanced with the help of a ritual or two.

5 Tips for a New Year’s Money Reset

Holiday mode: It’s a carnival of travel, parties, and gifts. Then suddenly it’s January, and it all catches up with us. We’re left thinking,”What just happened? Where am I? Where’s all my money?”

Feed Your Frame

When we’re children and teens, we know without a doubt that our bones are growing and changing. We can see it in the mirror as we get taller, or feel when our shoes become too small. Once we’re done actively growing, it’s easy to forget the importance of eating and moving specifically to maintain healthy bones. But if you’re in your 20s or 30s, now’s the time to focus on your bone health.

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