Welcome to the world of biking! Is there anything better than feeling the summer wind on your face while you zoom through a lush landscape on your bike? The Pacific Northwest is a biker’s paradise, as it’s filled with trails, … Read More
Mindfulness Summer Practices
How can we mindfully connect to the summer season? When we’re not fully present in the moment, it’s easy for beautiful natural experiences to just pass us by. This is a guide to getting more connected to perhaps Oregon’s most … Read More
Trees: A Meditation on Nature, Oxygen, and Summer
The trees of Oregon are truly poetic in their immensity and gentleness. Trees are ancient and have been around far longer than we have. They see it all as they live through the seasons, shedding their leaves and growing them … Read More
June In Portland
June is here! The sun is out, the dreariness has lifted, and it’s time to step out into the stellar Oregon world. Let’s look at some local activities and some options for sober fun. Oregon offers every kind of activity, … Read More
Summer Is Here And Our Favorite Produce Is Back
Summer produce in Oregon is truly something to behold. Can we talk about those peaches? Let’s look at the produce options this summer, as well as stock up while they’re fresh, and save them for the rest of the year. … Read More
Lavender Festival Season
During the summer months, lavender festivals pop up throughout Oregon. Let’s look at the properties of this wonder-flower and where to go in Oregon to experience its glory. Healing Properties of Lavender You probably know lavender as the elegant purple … Read More
Talking About Male Trauma
Let’s acknowledge the trauma that men endure throughout their lives and how to talk about it so that healing can commence. Here, we will create a working definition for trauma, discuss social barriers to men openly discussing their experiences, and … Read More
Positive Affirmations For Men
Everyone needs pick-me-ups and men are no exception. Positive affirmations are simple, meaningful, and uplifting statements that are repeated every day. When we positively affirm ourselves, we start to become more self-aware, change negative thought patterns, and rewire our brains … Read More
How To Start A Hobby
Hobbies are activities we do because we enjoy them, not because we have to. We’ve all experienced the rush of starting a new hobby, getting all the gear, and then abandoning it. Hobbies provide breaks from daily routines, offer new … Read More
The Oregon Summer Trips You Haven’t Done Yet
We are lucky to live in a state filled with many kinds of ecological experiences. The Oregon mountains, rugged coastline, and lush forests make for a diverse and super fun landscape. There are many adventures to be had throughout the … Read More