Washington, DC is known as a city of monuments, but it’s also a city with a lot of natural beauty if you know where to look. I’ve listed a few places where you can enjoy nature without even leaving the city. Here are eight places to experience nature in Washington, DC. U.S. National Arboretum The …
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Despite the impression you may have of the city, there are many places to experience nature in Baltimore, Maryland. If you’re like me, you need to spend time in nature every once in a while to take a break from the daily routine. It’s been shown that spending time in nature improves your mental health, …
How to Spend a Self-Care Day in Baltimore
As one of the many who struggle with anxiety and depression, I’ve learned it’s necessary to actively address it through self-care. Hopefully, these tips for how to spend a self-care day in Baltimore will help you maintain wellness. Why self-care? Self-care simply means taking the time to do the activities that nurture you, rather than …
7 Ways to Explore a New City
Whether you’re in a new destination where you don’t know anyone or just looking for something new to do in your own city, there are many ways to get to know the area better. I’ve listed my top 7 ways to explore a new city. Facebook Events Even if you don’t log onto Facebook regularly, …
How To Do a 10-Day Sugar Detox
During a Las Morenas de España retreat in Jávea, Spain, I met Sarah Somian, a Madrid-based nutritionist and wellness guru. She led a workshop about healthy breakfast options, a workshop about morning rituals, and a yoga session. When I returned home, I felt inspired and decided to purchase the Deliciously Vibrant 10-Day Sugar Detox e-guide. …
Your Guide to the Annual Maryland Lavender Festival
Whether you’re interested in gardening and herbs, lavender-infused food and drinks, or getting the perfect Instagram photo, the Maryland Lavender Festival is for you. Lavender is known to help with anxiety and depression, so why not consider it a self-care activity too? About the Maryland Lavender Festival The annual event is held during peak bloom …
5 Reasons to Travel Alone
There are lots of good reasons to travel alone. My first solo trip happened because a friend had to drop out of our travel plans. But I’d had the travel bug for a while, so instead of waiting for a time that worked for us both, I decided to go on my own. To be …