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July 1, 2020

Happy National Clean Beaches Week – Don’t Forget to Wear Your Mask!

Americans nationwide are flocking to beaches in droves as states ease their way into the green phase of the coronavirus pandemic.

While some may feel life is slowly “returning to normal,” other states have just begun to feel the full wrath of COVID-19.

In addition to raising our environmental awareness for National Clean Beaches Week, let’s not forget that we’re still amidst a global pandemic. We encourage you to spread information about making your day trips to the coast as safe as possible.

July 1, 2020

Guide to Insomnia and Technology by Decision Data

Experts at Decision Data share pertinent information about insomnia and various sleep aid solutions.

June 30, 2020

Tune-In Tuesdays #76 BONUS: We Nah Got No Money (But We Got Love) by Rebel Control

UK-based reggae band Rebel Control engulfs listeners in a ray of sunshine with their latest track, “We Nah Got No Money (But We Got Love).”

June 30, 2020

Tune-In Tuesdays #76: Lullaby For Lucas by Katherine Abbott

London-based folk singer-songwriter Katherine Abbott wisps her way into the hearts of listeners through her touching new ballad, “Lullaby For Lucas.”

June 29, 2020

Self Care Self Love by Mary Alexandra

Artist Mary Alexandra touches and inspires us with her journey towards self-care and self-love.

June 28, 2020

Should You Feel Challenged By Your Work?

Being self-employed comes with its own set of challenges: establishing your business, carefully keeping track of your taxes and deduction, generating leads, negotiating your own health insurance… The list goes on and on.

However, you may notice your day-to-day workflow falling into an all-too-predictable routine. You feel fortunate to do what you love for a living, but is it stimulating enough? Do you feel challenged – or rather, should you feel challenged?

June 28, 2020

Weekly Newsletter #79: Save Our Venues!

The authentic and enchanting UK musical duo Broken Bones Matilda have recently announced they’re going on a virtual UK craft brewery tour over the next two weeks.

Broken Bones Matilda will be raising money for #saveourvenues during the tour. Those who sign on can look forward to great music, live drawing sessions with local artists, and other surprises that’ll keep you on the edge of your phone.

For more information about the virtual UK craft brewery tour, follow the duo on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!

Now, let’s dive into our weekly recap.

June 26, 2020

Friday Feeling: Mahik’s Inspirational Thoughts

Poet Mahik’s inspires us with her beautiful, thoughtful quotes.

June 26, 2020

Can Caffeine Decrease Productivity?

Pulling all-nighters to finish your homework, finals, work presentations. We’ve all been there – and we’re usually not alone during these late-night escapades. You’re probably accompanied by a good ol’ cup of coffee. Or perhaps some tea, a soda, an energy drink. Pick your poison.

After all, there’s nothing quite like a caffeine buzz. It’s notorious for getting you through long nights, Monday mornings, and hangovers.

But there’s a point at which too much caffeine begins having a paradoxical effect. Rather than a surge of productivity coursing through veins as you down yet another cup of coffee, research shows it may actually decrease your productivity.

June 25, 2020

Artist Spotlight: Natalia Bennett Addresses Sociopolitical Issues

Australian artist Natalia Bennett uses art to spread the word about the Black Lives Matter movement and LGBTQIA+ rights.