Tag Archives: wellbeing

The Plastic Revolution: A History of Convenience and Consequences

Realistically speaking, if humanity is to persist very far into the twenty-first century, we will need the help of sophisticated genetic engineering to deal with the huge piles of plastic trash we keep producing and to avoid regressing to primitive hunter-gatherer societies.

Earth Day: Celebrating the Planet or Capitalizing on a Trend?

Earth Day has become a Hallmark card event, a feel-good day that symbolizes our commitment to the environment but ultimately does little to address the ongoing environmental issues we face. While it’s important to celebrate the planet and raise awareness about environmental issues, we need to move beyond Earth Day to make a real difference.

From Kitchen Catastrophes to Culinary Conquests: A Guide to Healthy Cooking from Scratch

You can’t develop healthy eating habits if you don’t enjoy preparing your own meals from scratch. If you don’t enjoy, slicing, dicing, chopping, shaving, and grating there’s little hope, I’m sorry to say.

What it comes down to is the source of food you ingest. The less it’s been fiddled with by people, and processes, the better. What does this mean exactly? It means that readymade dishes, precut, or processed foods are out of the question. It means that if you want chicken soup or vegetable soup, you don’t use bouillon for flavor and then pour in a precut frozen vegetable medley that tastes of absolutely nothing. It means that if you’re in the mood for pasta you don’t get to use carbonara sauce out of a jar.

Beyond 4-Letter Words: Why We Need to Rediscover the Art of Cursing

In our fast-paced, digital world, language is often reduced to quick, simple, and often crass phrases that prioritize shock value over artistry. We’ve lost the art of witty insults and creative cursing, and we may have also lost something deeper – a way of expressing our emotions, challenging authority, and engaging with the world in a way that is both creative and thought-provoking.

Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast

We’ve all heard those motivational quotes urging us to wake at dawn. Quotes such as, “The early bird gets the worm” or “Wake up early and tackle the day before it tackles you.” I have a far better phrase for you, and it’s from Alice In Wonderland: ” Why sometimes I’ve believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast.”

El Sindrome De La Gata Flora

A certain amount of anguish, restlessness, and confusion is guaranteed when hanging with a person who is afflicted by the Gata Flora Syndrome, whether in the bedroom or the boardroom, as you’ll never know where they or you stand.

Puglia is More Than a Destination: It’s a Feast for the Senses

Puglia is more than a destination, it offers a rejuvenating natural experience that delivers rich emotions, captivates your heart, and ignites all of your senses.

This enchanted land of sun and hospitality, hugged by two spellbinding seas, is a fertile terrain where centuries-old history, customs, breathtaking vistas, and joie de vivre intricately form the fabric of everyday existence.

Journey Through Time: Explore the Oldest Natural History Collection in the World

If you’re planning a visit to the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, don’t limit yourself to just a couple of hours in Piazza dei Miracoli. There’s a wealth of sights and experiences waiting for you beyond this famous square. Venture into the Calci and Valgraziosa areas to discover a world of hidden treasures just waiting to be explored. Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of this beautiful region, step off the beaten path.

A Taste of Heaven: Val d’Orcia and Pienza

Val d’Orcia and Pienza are a true testament to the beauty and grandeur of Tuscany, offering an idyllic mix of stunning natural landscapes, magnificent architecture, delicious food, and rich traditions. The sheer beauty of the rolling hills, charming small towns, and impressive monuments is unparalleled, and the region’s cultural and historical significance is a testament to its enduring appeal.