#GoOutsideAndPlay: Hiking Trails Dramatic Increase in Usage – How Safe is That?

You know we LOVE being outside; however, I implore my outdoorsy readers to heed some important data that's a bummer to the world's wellness! Airborne transmission is “plausible,” according to a study published in the print edition in the peer-reviewed The New England Journal of Medicine from scientists at Princeton University, UCLA and the National … Continue reading #GoOutsideAndPlay: Hiking Trails Dramatic Increase in Usage – How Safe is That?

JOIN A HAPPY CLASS: Stay Grounded=Reduce Stress

Friends, we are so excited for this "Stay Grounded=Reduce Stress" class! I know it's been a rough few weeks with lots of adjustments, disappointments and stress!!!! We are here to help! My business partner/friend Ashley Myers (also co-owner of Hippie Brand Co.) is a busy mama with two kids at home and two businesses. I … Continue reading JOIN A HAPPY CLASS: Stay Grounded=Reduce Stress

Quarantine Naturally: Going Outdoors While Social Distancing

Governors across the nation, and the American President has issued a "stay home" mandate, but that still means go outside! Just practice smart "social distancing", as prescribed by the Center of Disease Control (CDC) for Covid-19. Actually, connecting with plants and nature is important for our mental and physical health. This is especially true when … Continue reading Quarantine Naturally: Going Outdoors While Social Distancing

Powerful Plant Spotlight ~ Immunity Boosting Elderberry Recipes and Ways to Take It

The global health situation has hit home. Of course we are anxious but we can also see it for what it is—another reason to be proactive (and not reactive) with our health! And another reason to look to nature for support! Besides, adding extra natural nutrients to our lives, can only help our bodies in … Continue reading Powerful Plant Spotlight ~ Immunity Boosting Elderberry Recipes and Ways to Take It

Empowerment – the Way of Historical Women Leaders

On Thursday, March 19th SPW will present a Virtual Event, from 11am-1:30pm. Attendees will learn empowering and insightful lessons about leadership and success through the stories of great women like Eleanor Roosevelt, Katharine Graham, Ruth Handler, Rosa Parks, Michelle Obama and more. Gerber says, "We can all use a dose of Eleanor Roosevelt's inspiration. As … Continue reading Empowerment – the Way of Historical Women Leaders

Resources for Parents During Covid-19 Outbreak

Monday morning, the world will be drastically different than it was even a week ago: millions of parents will become teachers, families will be on house-arrest and we will all be challenged in different ways! As always, this blog hopes to empower you, by offering an explanation of the Coronavirus to Children, Online Educational Resources, … Continue reading Resources for Parents During Covid-19 Outbreak

SMOOTHIES with #PlantsPower to Boost Immunity and Gut Health

In college, we used to call hangovers, “the Corona Virus” 😂.   All jokes aside, now that phrase brings terror to my generation as we fear the health of our families (especially the tiny and old).   Well, you can chug-a-lug your way to health!  Smoothies are the perfect way to sneak in immunity boosting … Continue reading SMOOTHIES with #PlantsPower to Boost Immunity and Gut Health

Women Empowerment and Nature Therapy with Lady Tribe….and Sharing Roles Today

This year I celebrated IWDay in so many wonderful ways that just go to show me that a woman’s roles in today’s world is like the ☘️ shamrock — we have multiple personas embodied in one human! That’s a lot of pressure!!! lol!  Sometimes we women need to relearn how to be human beings.  We … Continue reading Women Empowerment and Nature Therapy with Lady Tribe….and Sharing Roles Today

Celebrate International Women’s Day with Hippie’s Women’s Wooded Walk

Hippie Brand Co. (A women-run fashion brand) is sponsoring a Women’s Wooded Walk to celebrate International Women’s day on Sunday, March 8th.  We will meet at the playground area of Fort Washington State Park at 9am and head out for forest bathing at 9:15.  (All hiking levels welcome). Be ready for mindfulness in the woods!  #MindfulMarch  #ForestBathing To … Continue reading Celebrate International Women’s Day with Hippie’s Women’s Wooded Walk

#PlantsPower as Fashion – Saving Animals and Waste

Sorry it's been a while friends - I have been doing taxes. Like taxes, leather has been a necessary evil. It looks great, can stay clean, and it's been utilized as clothing for 1000s of years. But now there is another alternative made with plants -- oh yeh! 🌵 Learn more about how this innovation … Continue reading #PlantsPower as Fashion – Saving Animals and Waste