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What’s The Deal With Hormones Anyway? - A Quick Intro
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What’s The Deal With Hormones Anyway? - A Quick Intro

I know talk about hormone health is everywhere nowadays, and if you haven’t studied human physiology, you might be wondering, what’s the hype all about anyway?🤔

Five years ago I had anxiety, mood swings, acne and rampant inflamed “eczema”, and it wasn’t until I learned the connection between stress, food, and hormones that things finally began turning for me. That’s why this information is so important to share with you, because you deserve answers too.♡

So let me break it down for you…

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Water Saving Tips for World Water Day
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Water Saving Tips for World Water Day

While we often think of water shortages and the global water crisis as something only California & Third World Countries are experiencing, it’s important to remember that water issues are happening here at home too…

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Sustainable Asian-Owned Small Businesses of Winnipeg
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Sustainable Asian-Owned Small Businesses of Winnipeg

Following the horrific violence perpetuated against the AAPI communities this past year especially, I was trying to find a resource with a list of Asian-owned small businesses that are local to me. Despite there being hundreds of these businesses in my province, I could not find a list anywhere, so I decided to make one myself that focuses on those who do their part to reduce their impact on the planet.💚

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Low Waste Bathroom Swaps Part 1: Dental Care
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Low Waste Bathroom Swaps Part 1: Dental Care

This is a post I’ve wanted to put out in the world for a long time! As most of you probably don’t know, I’ve been a dental professional for five years now. When it comes to dentistry, it’s really tough to be low waste due to the required infection control measures in the profession. However, there are lots that we can do at home in terms of our oral hygiene to reduce waste, which likely means making a daily difference.

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How to Keep Loving Your Wardrobe (Without Buying Anything New)
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How to Keep Loving Your Wardrobe (Without Buying Anything New)

It’s something a lot of us have difficulty doing: rewearing our same clothes over and over again. But remember, society’s consumerism mindset is what convinced you to feel this way. So what can we do to both reduce our closet purchases (and thus our socio-environmental impact), rewear our garments more often, AND still love our wardrobe?

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To Buy or Not to Buy? Tips for Building a Minimalist Wardrobe
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To Buy or Not to Buy? Tips for Building a Minimalist Wardrobe

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to own a capsule wardrobe and be able to mix and match the majority of the pieces in your closet? It’s something I find we’re hearing more about lately. But with everyone’s wardrobe needs varying so much, how can you know what you truly should hold on to and what to buy for your wardrobe to work for YOU?

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Minimalism: Myths & Benefits
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Minimalism: Myths & Benefits

When it comes to minimalism, there is often a disconnect between what people think it looks like and the intention behind it. I want to review the three main myths and ten benefits of true minimalism…

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Remaining Sustainable During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Remaining Sustainable During the COVID-19 Pandemic

In the past few months, the world has changed in many ways. From fear of spreading the virus and disease, many have turned to using single-use items. But I want you to know that you have not lost all control over your environmental impact. In fact, there are still many ways you can remain sustainable during these tough times…

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Why Sustainability & Self-Love Go Hand in Hand
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Why Sustainability & Self-Love Go Hand in Hand

Sustainability and self-love are two topics that most would think couldn’t possibly be related to one another. But as it turns out, there are a lot of ways that they can compliment one another…

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7 Ways to Be More Sustainable This Spring
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7 Ways to Be More Sustainable This Spring

The days are getting longer, the sun is melting the snow, and you’re feeling more connected to the Earth than ever these days. But what can you do to help Mama Earth be a little healthier?…

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