How slowing down among the forests, mesas, mountains, and canyons of the Southwest can help restore the mind and body Forest bathing may sound like taking a shower beneath a waterfall or soaking in a mountain stream, but it is something much deeper. Known in Japan as Shinrin-yoku, forest bathing is the practice of slowing
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Discover the Ancient, Affordable, and Eco-Friendly Way to Clean Your Teeth I don’t know about you, but I find nature absolutely awe-inspiring. These days, it feels like my church and sanctuary. A walk in the woods — especially now, with the leaves turning — is a gentle reminder that life on Earth can still be
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Chakras ( or energy centers) are a buzz word these days. But what are they really? There’s a simple way to find out.In Sanskrit, chakra means “wheel.” According to Indian metaphysical teachings we have dozens of these spinning centers of vital energy within and around us, each with a specific function. Chakras even glow in
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Travel has a way of stirring everything—excitement, anticipation, fatigue, stress, and sometimes discomfort we didn’t expect. Long drives, airport noise, unfamiliar beds, altitude changes, and tight schedules can quietly overwhelm the body and nervous system, even when the journey itself is something we’ve been looking forward to. What many travelers don’t realize is that the
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Medicine Women of the Four Corners Curanderas -women who heal – have existed since time immemorial. Even in our modern age, their presence remains powerful, relevant, and deeply needed. These healers often believe they have been called to their path through divine guidance. Rooted in faith and devotion, many curanderas work within traditions influenced by
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By Sarah Angileri Oh, the humble bean. We love them for being an affordable, tasty vegetarian source of protein. If stored properly, they keep almost indefinitely, too. From simple uses for canned beans to slow-cooker recipes for the dried variety, to love a bean is to step into a world of culinary possibility not
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If you are seeking an adventure, then this Northern Arizona outdoor activity will not disappoint. However, to soak in Arizona’s Verde Canyon Hot Mineral Springs, you will need a 4-wheel drive vehicle to get there safely. Who can resist sliding into a basin full of clean, warm water, delightfully titillating your legs and arms? My
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