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In a society focused on consumerism, we are encouraged to buy the trendiest piece, at the lowest cost, and with the quickest delivery date. Fast Fashion has become the norm, and a popular buzzword in the sustainability world. But with every action, there is a reaction. In order to combat the unethical and unsustainable practices associated with Fast Fashion, the Slow Fashion movement was born. So what does all of this mean anyway, and why does it matter? Fast fashion is the, “design, manufacturing, and marketing method focused on rapidly producing high volumes of clothing” (The Good Trade). This industry-wide...

  Have you ever wished that you had an “off” button for your brain when you’re struggling to get to sleep? Us too. While an actual button might not exist, the use of acupressure could be the perfect remedy for that dreaded, nighttime wakefulness.  Acupressure is a Traditional Chinese Medicine ritual that uses pressure points across the body that correspond to various ailments (Well + Good). Similar to acupuncture, acupressure involves pressing certain spots along your body to stimulate the acupoints that fall on the meridians (energy lines) of the body. In sum, “acupressure points can target the specific ways...

  Good rest doesn’t just happen at night! As adults, we often forget that some solid shuteye during the day can do just as much good as hitting our snooze button a few extra times in the morning (if not more!). Studies show that there are many benefits to adding a nap to your schedule, even past adolescence.  Improve Your Mood Naps are a serious mood booster! According to the National Sleep Foundation, napping can improve your mood, alertness, and overall performance (“Napping”, Sleep Foundation). Just taking ten minutes a day to rest can leave you feeling more cheerful and...

Views out of an airplane window aren’t just in our daydreams anymore, and we are beyond ready to pack our bags! After over a year of travel restrictions, regulations are being lifted as vaccination percentages rise. Now more than ever, taking care of yourself while you’re on the road (or on a plane) is crucial. While your hand sanitizer and face masks are a must, what other items are essential for the 2021 jet-setting, self-care specialist?     Privai Hand Lotion  With frequent use of hand sanitizer, there is no denying that your hands are probably a little on the...