A Taste of the Earth
By Dara Moskowitz GrumdahlHow foraging for food can change the way you see the world around you.
How foraging for food can change the way you see the world around you.
Yes, this is about you, but your well-being also affects everyone and everything around you. When you get healthier, everybody benefits.
You’ve heard by now that you can “catch” obesity from your friends, family — even distant acquaintances. But you may have missed the flip side of that story: Good health and fitness are catching, too.
When we hear the word “sustainability,” we tend to think in terms of the environment and natural resources. But sustainability principles are equally relevant to other parts of our lives, including our health, happiness, and collective well-being. For those of us seeking a more satisfying an sustainable way of life, nature’s lessons about what works — and what doesn’t — can help point the way.
Lack of solitude can lead to increased stress and undermined health. Here’s how to find some quality time—with yourself.
Overcoming barriers to self-care can be difficult, especially for women. But making time and space for ourselves — and getting over any residual emotional guilt — is critical to our well-being and happiness. In the long run, it’s better for those around us, too.
A strong sense of community adds real value to our lives. It not only helps us feel more connected to the world around us, it also makes a measurable difference in our happiness — and our health.