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The Science of Happiness [Visual]

March 20Posted in HealthTagged ecogreenlove, happiest countries, happiness, Health, infographic, mental health, nature, welfare, wellbeing, wellness, world happiness reportLeave a comment

What makes people happy? Finland has been ranked as the world’s happiest country for the eighth successive year, with experts citing access to nature and a strong welfare system as factors.

It came ahead of three other Nordic countries in this year’s UN-sponsored World Happiness Report, while Latin America’s Costa Rica and Mexico entered the top 10 for the first time.

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The Connection Between Diet and Mental Health [Visual]

February 7February 7Posted in Food, HealthTagged diet, ecogreenlove, food, Health, infographic, meatless, mental health, nutrition, sugar, tips, wellbeing, wellnessLeave a comment

What you eat matters.

Dive in and take a look at what you can reduce and what foods you can increase to improve your wellbeing.

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How to start reducing your environmental footprint [Visual]

February 5Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged carbon footprint, climate action, climate change, climate crisis, ecofriendly, ecogreenlove, energy use, environment, infographic, recycle, sustainability, sustainable, tips1 Comment

As fires tear through California and Trump sets back efforts to curb the rise of global temperatures, what can individuals do to make a difference?

2024 was the hottest year on record. Average global temperatures rose to 1.6C above preindustrial levels. Fires have torn through huge swaths of Los Angeles. Donald Trump, a climate denier, is pulling the country out of international climate agreements.

All of this has resulted in a growing sense of climate despair among experts. Governments and corporations bear a huge portion of the responsibility. But what can individuals do in the face of such massive, global threats?

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How to find your Ikigai: Living with Purpose [Visuals]

January 23Posted in HealthTagged covation, ecogreenlove, find your purpose, ikigai, introspection, japan, meaning of life, mission, passion, philosophy, principle, productivity, profession, purpose, venn diagramLeave a comment

The Japanese ideology of ikigai centers around the process of discovering your purpose. This principle not only helps you find motivation but it can also serve as the driving force behind your daily actions, enriching your life with meaning. So, how do you uncover your ikigai? Explore it below:

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8 Tips to lift your Mood during the Winter [Visual]

January 12January 11Posted in HealthTagged cozy, diet, ecogreenlove, Health, hobby, nutrition, sad, seasonal affective disorder, sleep, sunlight, tips, winter, winter blues, workoutLeave a comment

Do you normally have a sunny disposition, but the winter blues are keeping you down? The long, cold, dark days that accompany the winter months can affect your mood, circadian rhythm, and energy levels. Some people may even develop a seasonal form of depression known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

If you think you may have SAD, it’s important to talk to your doctor. They’ll prescribe some of the same treatments used for depression, like antidepressants and talk therapy. You can also follow some of the tips mentioned in this post to help lift your mood in addition to your prescribed treatments.

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