For many people, the current state of the world feels dangerous. Everyone I know is facing difficulties, including counselors, healers, and traditional Knowledge Keepers. It feels as though the wisdom we’ve invested so much effort into cultivating is inadequate for these challenging times. We will explore a new approach to being genuinely present with ourselves…
Where did you go? Contrary to what the term "wild" might suggest, Clarissa Pinkola Estes, PhD, in her work Women Who Run With the Wolves, explains that a woman’s "wildish" nature actually refers to an inherent sense of integrity and the protection of healthy boundaries. This seems quite reasonable, doesn’t it? However, from an early…
Earnest first steps Our journey to becoming an eco-aware family began during our struggle with infertility. Alongside treatment, we started to explore the environmental aspects of our lives, such as reducing single-use plastics and examining the ingredients in our personal care and cleaning products. We began shopping at bulk stores, transitioning to natural products, utilizing…
There are numerous factors that influence the quality and quantity of men’s lives. Beginning well before birth and continuing throughout their lives, social determinants of health represent one of the most significant influences. These social and economic elements of men’s lives can include their parents’ jobs, the neighborhoods they grow up in, and critically, their…
With cold and flu season approaching, it’s essential to strengthen our immune systems. Proper nutrition, careful supplementation, and good hygiene practices can help keep your family healthy. With September here, the return to school often means a resurgence of colds for many households. The colder months facilitate the spread of germs, and families with younger…
Overweight and Obese Youth and Prescription Medication Use Adolescents between the ages of 12 and 19 who are classified as overweight or obese have been shown to use a significantly higher amount of prescription medications. It’s a widespread belief that children and teenagers who are overweight or obese will not experience significant health issues until…
As a new season arrives, it’s the perfect time to try out fresh makeup styles and express yourself with vibrant colors and flawless finishes. This spring’s color palette is playful, invigorating, and bright, stepping away from the usual muted tones of everyday makeup. Makeup is all about enhancing your natural features through a thoughtful selection…
With a steady flow of new research on children’s health, it can be challenging to find reliable information. We’ve got you covered! After verifying the facts, we reached out to those most affected by this information: kids. We consulted our in-house experts—the children of the staff at alive.com—about various health topics that concern them. 01…
Do you enjoy the rich flavor and caffeine boost of coffee, or do you prefer the soothing lift from earthy matcha green tea? The debate over which beverage reigns supreme is ongoing, with compelling arguments from both sides. Each drink brings its own unique chemistry, delivering various health perks along with a pleasurable sipping experience….
Every December, millennials like myself eagerly anticipate their annual music preferences displayed by a popular streaming platform. We post our top five most-listened-to tracks on social media, believing that our taste in music reflects our personalities. Imagine my surprise one year when my most-played "song" turned out to be a three-hour recording of white noise….
