Everyone loves to be in nature. And why not? According to a study published on the National Center for Biotechnology Information website, exposure to nature is proven to have benefits like improved cognitive function, blood pressure, sleep, physical activity, etc. When most people think of bringing nature into their home, they think of having plants or flowers. …
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There are many different jobs that help care for nature. People who have these jobs often enjoy being outdoors and working with plants and animals. Here are two great examples. Tree Surgeon Tree surgeons are specialized arborists who focus on the health and well-being of trees. They are trained in the science of tree care …
Reuse, reduce, recycle — it’s a mantra we’ve all heard since we were kids. And for a good reason, recycling is crucial for protecting our environment. But recycling is not always easy, especially when certain materials are difficult to sort or process. The United States’ recycling was dependent on China for so many years. In the country, …
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Parents remain the primary teachers for their children despite the presence of academic institutions. One reason for this is that educational institutions cannot provide the personal attention that parents can. In addition, educational institutions are often expensive, and many parents cannot afford to send their children to them. Finally, academic institutions often focus on teaching …
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There are many ways in which we can make our homes more sustainable while still preserving efficiency and cutting costs. One way to do this is by reducing your energy consumption by using renewable resources such as solar panels, wind turbines, or geothermal heat pumps. Another way to be more sustainable is by spending less …
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Deciding to go down the road to sustainability is a full-time lifestyle. You can’t pause it and take a break in doing eco-friendly practices and resume when you want since it will disrupt any progress you make. It’s like committing to keeping yourself healthy. You can’t binge on greens and get your fill of junk …
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It can be difficult for students to decide which degree to study for and devote the next several years of their lives. This chosen degree could also define their future careers, which adds extra pressure. Of course, some students already know what they want, but others end up picking a degree they are not fully …
It can be difficult to imagine a world without electricity. After all, you were born during a time when electricity freely flows through the wires and into the wall outlets to power your household’s appliances. However, that’s not an open invitation to consume as much energy as you can just because you pay for it. …
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The weekend is already near. Many families are thinking about how they would spend it together. Some families have already made plans to renting BBQ boats. It is a perfect getaway to spend time with family while doing BBQ in a vessel. Others would likely go on a road trip and spend overnight gazing at the …
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We live in a stressful world where oftentimes there is no time to get out of the house and go back to nature, at least for a while. So why not bring nature to us instead? Here are five wonderful ideas to try. Planting an Outdoor Garden If you want to create a natural environment …