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Embracing the Dark Season

As we slip into winter, I find myself getting ready to cozy up, reflect, and celebrate the beauty of the dark season. While I sometimes dread the s...

Daily Peace Amidst Chaos: A Simple Breathing Exercise for Busy Minds

Within the chaos, lies a tranquil refuge — the art of mindful breathing. Here’s a simple breathing exercise, tailored for the busiest of minds.

Rise and Re-ignite the Light

Solstice is a time we always look forward to. The shortest day and the longest night of the year means the days get longer and brighter from here. ...

How To: Overcome Negativity Bias

Why do we fixate on old mistakes, revisiting them over and over in our minds rather than letting them go? Why can one tiny negative remark from som...

How To: Cultivate an Authentic Life

Becoming your most authentic self, unexpectedly, can take a fair bit of work. Feeling aligned at your core means you need to understand and embrace...

Your perfect scent based on your star sign

For us, a new year calls for a bit of a home refresh, starting with a new scent for our space. Of the many beautiful fragrances out there, it can s...

Kansha, Cultivating Sincere Gratitude

The Japanese word “kansha”, deeply rooted in Buddhist philosophy, literally means “appreciation, gratitude” but on a metaphorical level it stands ...

The multi-sensory experience of incense burning

Why is it that we have such few words in the dictionary to describe something as crucial and versatile as our sense of smell? All the aromas and sc...