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Why You Should Do a Seasonal Clean—Not Just Spring

Last October, my home was overflowing with clutter. The thought of cleaning everything at once…

How to Harvest Rainwater Like a Pro

Living in a place where the weather is always a surprise, I got excited and…

Master Self-Discipline in Just 15 Minutes a Day

I had trouble finding the self-discipline needed for my goals. Distractions often overpowered me, making…

Meet the Man Who Collects Sounds of the Forest

I was walking through a beautiful woodland. Suddenly, I stopped to listen. The forest's music,…

5 Life Lessons from Strangers on the Street

It was a cold afternoon in downtown Chicago when I set out. I had my…

A No-nonsense Guide to Removing Carpet Stains Using What Nature Already Provided

I was standing in my sun-drenched living room, basket of freshly foraged Taraxacum officinale (that’s…

A No-nonsense Guide to Starting Your First Home Compost Bin

I still remember standing in my parents' garden back in the Pacific Northwest, staring skeptically…