Eco-Chic Gift Boxes Change Our Wasteful Ways
According to the Clean Air Council, the U.S. generates an additional FIVE MILLION (yes, you heard me right) tons of waste or 25% more garbage during the winter holidays. Otherwise known as a damn sin! But lucky for us, Gift it Green (gig) is changing the wasteful ways of gift-givers everywhere. Their solution? Eco-chic cotton
4th Annual Green Metropolis Fair Celebrates Earth Month!
Once again, Chicago’s Green Metropolis Fair will bring the local conscious community together on April 14 to officially celebrate Earth Month. Last year’s family friendly local fair featured an amazing array of activities for both adults and children and this year is sure to trump! The 4th Annual Fair will be held at the Green
The Best Vegan Chili in the World!
Oh, I’ve tried a lot of chili…and this one takes the vegan-gluten-free cake! Warning: for Spice Lovers only. Enjoy! Prep Time: 1 Hours Cook Time: 1 Hour Ready In: 2+ Yields: 8 servings INGREDIENTS: 1 TBS Olive Oil 1/2 Large Onion or 1 Medium Onion 2 Bay Leaves Crushed 1 TSP Ground Cumin 2 TBS
Want to Hang with the Healthiest Group in Chicago?
Windy City Wellness Alliance, the brainchild of Health Coaches of Chicago and Aligned Modern Health is hosting its first health ambassador event on February 16th! This wellness wonderland is bringing together the best of health, fitness and nutrition in Chicago and they want YOU to attend! Jam-packed packed with good-for-you grub, super networking and a
Fatal Attraction: Cosmetics & Chemicals
The self-regulated cosmetics industry makes its money in the promise of beauty, though sometimes it forgets to mention that certain chemicals in its products are severely toxic to humans on their own.
New Year, New Way to Talk to Yourself
The beginning of the New Year commonly has individuals making resolutions and desiring new and better things to occur. For many people, these resolutions tend to fizzle about a month later. There may be many reasons for this, for example, lack of time, motivation, energy, etc. Perhaps one way to manage the distress, disappointment, or guilt that may
How Bikes Can Save Us
Research has proven that swapping out driving in favor of bikes can wondrous results on our health and the planet.
The Art of Gratitude: Some Thoughts
I was going to post on reframing and affirmations. I decided to add those in the coming weeks. Given we’re smack dab in the middle of holiday season, I thought it more fitting to post about the concept of gratitude. “Gratitude” is the art of being grateful for “something”. In these days and times, this can be challenging
Golden Girl Chicago: This Isn’t Snooki’s Spray Tan
After four years of offering on location spray tan services, Golden Girl Chicago, Chicago’s premier airbrush tanning spa, has opened their first brick and mortar location at 160 N. Halsted St. Tanning beds can cause skin cancer and aging, and “spray tan” machines produce a cookie cutter tan that isn’t always flattering. Golden Girl Chicago
Are you ready to get PINK?
Have you heard the news? Victoria’s Secret is opening their first stand-alone PINK Store at Water Tower Place tomorrow, November 3rd beginning at 10am! This is a PINK Grand Opening of epic proportions that should not be missed! The Grand Opening will feature a DJ, goodies and a free PINK Chicago water bottle with any
