Helping others doesn’t have to zap you. On the contrary–Susan Skog, author most recently of The Give-Back Solution, has found a zillion ways that contributing to others fills your own cup with joy, well-being, health, and connection. In addition to making the world a better place. Here’s a piece she wrote for us that I love: 10…

“APRIL is the cruellest month,breeding Lilacs out of the dead land,mixing Memory and desire,stirring Dull roots with spring rain.Winter kept us warm, coveringEarth in forgetful snow, feedingA little life with dried tubers.” — T.S. Eliot, The Wasteland Though I was calling it “Ungrateful for a Break in the Cold Gray Weather” and “Lame,” apparently some…

The news of the Swine Flu outbreak is scary stuff. Especially since it’s not yet contained or fully known or tracked down yet. Yikes. Add it to the list of worries. Sigh. On a much lighter and somewhat related note, we at Fresh Living were concerned that “swine flu” could instantly contaminate the image and reputation…

It’s actually time for refreshing drinks here in the Northeast. Who knew? Well, I stumbled across this recipe whihc might be just the thing–it sounds delightful and uplifting. From Prevention.com. It’s part of their unfortunately named “Flat Belly Diet” (bellies are not meant to be completely flat! They’re soft–even with a sixpack–and that’s ok!). I found…

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