Health
November 8, 2022

Study Shows Therapeutic Community Gardening Reduced Loneliness During the Pandemic

Have you heard of green exercise? The term—developed by University of Essex in 2003—refers to recreation and spending time in nature. It encompasses “green care” which is using nature for healing purposes. Such therapeutic interventions were put to a true test during the COVID-19 pandemic. People were locked down at home, with outdoors being the safest space to see others.

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Gift Guide
November 7, 2022

36 Wearable Gifts for People Who Love to Travel

Do you have a friend or family member who’s been bitten by the travel bug? While most seasoned travelers pack light, there’s always room for special tokens from loved ones to remind them of home. And for explorers who like to accessorize, there’s a seemingly endless treasure trove of must-haves. Luckily, we’ve got a handy list of wearable travel gift ideas, from jewelry to clothing, that are anything but plane.

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Pen Drawing
November 7, 2022

Artist Uses Geometry To Create a Japanese Family Crest With Three Cranes

It's not always easy to understand how certain drawings are made. Unless you're watching the artist at work, it can seem daunting to try and replicate it for yourself. Fortunately, many creatives will offer “behind-the-scenes” looks into how they achieve striking and sometimes “perfect-looking” effects, using traditional methods. Peru-based artist Zak Korvin shared his process for creating a beautiful three-crane design, utilizing a compass, a pen, and some geometry.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.