Hiking is one of the most incredible experiences you can give yourself. Immersing yourself in nature, being surrounded by trees, mountains, rivers, and lakes is one of the greatest ways to heal the mind, body, and spirit. Even though Mother Nature is stunning, there are some hikes that will do just the opposite, and induce … Read more
While our Earth has formed from many different things, volcanic eruptions have been a huge part of that. The most infamous volcano eruptions either did something to impact the planet or region they were part of in some way. This could be that they helped to form something we see today or that they ended … Read more
Everyone loves a good lightning storm, especially when it’s experienced from the comfort of your home, wrapped up in a blanket, with a cup of hot cocoa. But what happens when Mother Nature takes it a step too far? That’s when some of the most intense storms, hurricanes, and cyclones take place around the world. … Read more
You’ve probably heard stories from your parents or grandparents about how they went through a ton of horrible things. It usually comes in the form of a story that turns out to be a situation no one ever should have had to deal with. Yet they tell it like it was a normal thing, and … Read more
Do you ever burn candles? Maybe you keep some back-up candles if the electricity goes out, or perhaps you have some old relics leftover from an important event. On the other hand, are you a candle aficionado who has one for every occasion, with myriad scents? Did you know that lighted candles can improve your … Read more
Most people naturally know that they feel better after spending time outdoors, even if it’s only a few minutes. This notion will make most of us want to go out for a walk, sit outside, or go to our favorite location to listen to the birds and other nature sounds. The problem is that most … Read more
No matter where you live on Planet Earth, it is clear you likely have seen some really strange weather over the years. It might be something that you see rarely or quite often, yet this weather is certainly weird compared to other places. Some may not even believe that you’ve seen some of the world’s … Read more
Living a plastic-free life is something we should all be interested in achieving. But starting to figure out how we can make this change can be difficult. You might think that if you’re only one of a few people trying to reduce the use of plastic — wrong! Furthermore, you probably think it won’t make … Read more
While the current crisis has thrown off the college living in many ways, there are still various emotions and questions about heading off to college, especially for incoming first-year students. You might have a list of items that the school sends you with ideas of what to bring. Of course, there are visible items such … Read more
Indoor plants are a fantastic way to brighten up a room and bring some life into a space. Apart from having an aesthetic effect, do these plants affect your health as well as this? NASA researched this very topic, and it turns out that plants can be beneficial, but you would need a whole jungle … Read more