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2022 Reflections & 2023 Intentions

2022 was a year of phenomenal experiences with intimate moments of mundane sprinkled in. This year, I pushed really hard in my personal life and filled my time with constant travel, new skills, and working towards the person that I want to be. Going forward this next year, I'm going to let myself fully savor the little moments rather than being afraid of accidentally opening the emotional floodgates to negative feelings.

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10 Communities for Solo Female Travelers

With travel becoming a normal part of life again, we’re seeing more and more women decide to adventure on their own. So, whether you’re a seasoned traveler looking for community and connection or are a novice hoping for insider tips to keep you safe, here are 10 of the most helpful communities (mostly in the form of Facebook Groups) for solo female travelers.

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Vegamour Review - Vegan Shampoo & Conditioner Review

Vegamour is a holistic vegan hair care company that blends plant-based ingredients with clinically-tested technology to create products that promote healthy hair growth. As part of my goal to live more consciously this year, I decided to try out some clean beauty alternatives! As a result, here are my honest thoughts on their ENSO 03 Shampoo and Conditioner for Thick Hair.

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Green Island, Taiwan (Lyudao) Travel Guide

Green Island in Taiwan, or Lyudao is a small island off the east coast of the main island of Taiwan known for its rugged sea cliffs, rolling green meadows, and mysterious sea caves. This island is a travel destination that blends the ease and comfort of modern living within the context of stunning natural landscapes and this guide will cover all the must-see spots on the island.

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8 Sustainable Fashion Organizations To Support

While shopping consciously can be a great way to start to live more sustainably, individual choices can only make so much of a difference. Environmental activism goes beyond our personal choices and it includes getting politically involved and dedicating time to collective organization so that we can maximize our impact. To help you get started, here are 8 organizations that advocate for sustainable fashion.

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4 Day Itinerary In Penghu, Taiwan (四天澎湖行程)

Penghu refers to a collection of 90 islands and islets in the Taiwan strait off the west coast of the main island of Taiwan. If you’re looking for a vacation with white sand beaches, delicious seafood, and a blend of culture and nature, then look no further! This 4-day itinerary will cover all the Penghu essentials!

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8 Organic Cotton Clothing Brands

Organic cotton is a grown without pesticides from seeds that have not been genetically modified and is a more sustainable alternative to conventionally-grown cotton. If you’re considering swapping out some synthetic fast fashion finds for organic cotton brands, here are 8 brands to look into!

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How Sustainable is Rented Clothing?

Sustainable fashion is term that refers to fashion that is created in an environmentally conscious way. In today’s society, there is no such thing as truly sustainable fashion but we can do our best to work towards regenerative models and as individual consumers, the option to rent clothing is an approach that has been gaining popularity lately. So, how sustainable is rented clothing?

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5 Slow Living Books By BIPOC Authors To Read Today

The most crucial part of any lifestyle shift is the practice of changing your actions to match your intentions. However, immersing yourself mentally by reading books that affirm those new perspectives can be a great way of getting grounded as well. If you’re ready to slow down your pace of life, here are 5 Books on Slow Living written by BIPOC authors to help inspire you.

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Facebook Marketplace Thrift Shopping Tips

Although Facebook is certainly antiquated when it comes to social media function, it still offers certain features that other social media platforms like Instagram or TikTok don’t offer. Today, we’re going to break down Facebook Marketplace and 5 tips on how you can best use it to thrift unique clothes!

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5 Sustainability Blogs or Sustainable Fashion Blogs to Follow

Learning about sustainability is an ongoing process. Whether you’re looking to dive into the intellectual thought and theories about why exploitative systems exist (both in fashion and in a greater social context) or are simply looking for practical fashion advice so that you can be more mindful in your day-to-day actions, there is a sustainable fashion blog or publication that will support you in that. Here are 5 of my favorite sustainability/sustainable fashion blogs that talk about more than just fashion from a superficial perspective.

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7 Reasons Why Secondhand Fashion Is My Favorite Slow Fashion Approach

Sustainable fashion has become a huge buzzword these past few years, leading to ongoing arguments about how we as consumers can best reduce the negative environmental and social impact that our closets may have. While each approach to sustainable fashion has its own pros and cons, here are 7 reasons why secondhand shopping is my preferred approach to sustainable fashion.

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7 Reasons Why You Should Try Slow Travel

Have you ever taken a trip with an itinerary so packed that ironically, you needed a mini staycation at home afterward just to unwind and relax? Yeah, well, slow travel suggests an alternative to that. Slow travel literally means slowing down the pace at which you’re traveling and is a great way for you to prioritize connection and experiences while traveling. Here are 7 reasons why you should try slow travel.

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Autumn Lookbook 2021

It’s officially autumn and in honor of this transitional season, I’ll be sharing 12 outfits from sustainable sources grouped in accordance with the three months of fall.

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5 Films on Sustainability To Watch 2024

Autumn is in full swing and I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for cozy season. One of my favorite things to do when the temperature drops, is to snuggle under a blanket and watch a thoughtful documentary. Here are 5 films on sustainability for you to watch this season.

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Why Free Time Feels So Uncomfortable

Why do we say that we hate work and need time away from work, but continue to throw ourselves into more work when free time is presented? Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about work-life balance and specifically, on why free time feels so uncomfortable.

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