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An Astronaut’s Perspective on Earth

By Liesl Ulrich-Verderber

Can a view change our perspective? While many of us may never see Earth from above, hearing astronauts talk about seeing Earth from space serves as a beautiful reminder of the broader picture we are a part of!

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A Circle of Cosmic Connection!

By Renee Laroche-Rheaume

Explore the wonders of space with this collection of articles!

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If you are in the market for a pair of runners tha

If you are in the market for a pair of runners that are good for your feet AND the planet, look no further! 👟🌿⠀
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Allbirds shoes are made in New Zealand from sustainable, all-natural materials! And they are shipped to you in packaging that is made from recycled materials so you can feel good about your carbon FOOTprint too. ♻⠀
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EWC recently featured them in our #ConspiracyOfGoodness Holiday Gift Guide, find the link to the guide in our bio! 📜⠀
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**We love them so much we became an Allbirds affiliate! This means when you make a purchase from Allbirds through our gift guide, EWC gets a lil' kickback! Thank you for your support, and if you'd like to read more about what being an affiliate means, copy and paste this link: https://buff.ly/2IP7BSo

Did you know that 16 times a day, 7 people whizz b

Did you know that 16 times a day, 7 people whizz by above your head in a football field-sized home of metal and solar panels? 🛰⠀
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Get ready to feel TINY as we take a GIANT leap aboard the International Space Station with PBS Terra (@pbs).⠀
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Click the link in our bio to see what it's really like to live in outer space! 🪐⠀
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Image source: NASA Johnson // Flickr

We can't do it all alone ✨ What are your tips on

We can't do it all alone ✨ What are your tips on being a great leader?⠀
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#QuoteoftheDay #RuthBaderGinsburg #RBG

If you've got chapped lips and are bummed out by t

If you've got chapped lips and are bummed out by the destruction of our world's natural resources, check out our #ConspiracyOfGoodness Holiday Gift Guide! 📜⠀
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Zambeezi makes the most smooch-worthy all-natural organic beeswax lip balms that are simply perfect for stocking stuffers! And, MEGA BONUS! By purchasing their products you are helping African communities and ecosystems thrive while creating economic alternatives to destructive logging and mining! 🌎⠀
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Find the link in our bio and shop Zambeezi through our gift guide! 👄

What is a "normal" lifestyle anyway? ⠀ In our la

What is a "normal" lifestyle anyway? ⠀
In our latest edition of Saturdays Around the World, we’re going on an adventure that will surely challenge your definition of “normal.”!⠀
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Click the link in our bio to watch as Sorelle Amore (@sorelleamore) steps outside of her comfort zone to visit a community of nomads living in the Mongolian countryside. ⠀
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You won't want to miss the giant eagles that help them thrive in their ancient way of life! 🦅⠀
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Image source: Wikimedia

You are just as capable as anybody out there!⠀
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#QuoteoftheDay #KatherineJohnson

Our latest EWC Podcast episode is here! 🎙✨⠀

Our latest EWC Podcast episode is here! 🎙✨⠀
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How can we know that we are really alive? Is breathing an enough indication of life? ⠀
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In this episode, we have James Nestor (@mrjamesnestor), a science journalist who has written about the science of breathing. We will discuss why we should learn how to breathe properly because, apparently, it has many benefits that can improve our health!⠀
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“In a single breath of air … there are more molecules in that breath of air than there are all the sand grains on all the world’s beaches.” - James Nestor⠀
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Find the link in our bio to have a listen!

Our #ConspiracyOfGoodness Holiday Gift Guide is fi

Our #ConspiracyOfGoodness Holiday Gift Guide is filled with unique gift ideas for everyone on your list! 📜⠀
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From eco-friendly stocking stuffers, to gear for outdoor enthusiasts, and even treats for your furry companions, you can shop knowing that you are supporting companies that care. Plus, there are some sweet coupon codes inside!⠀
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Click the link in our bio to shop today, and remember to share the goodness with others! 💞

If there's one thing that truly connects us all, i

If there's one thing that truly connects us all, it's good FOOD! 🥘⠀
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While there may be fewer people around the table this Thanksgiving, there is still a lot to be thankful for. And, if you find yourself with a ton of leftovers this year, we've got a solution for you! 🙏🏾⠀
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Check out our site to find this #ThrowbackThursday article with Dr. Lynda's famous Thanksgiving Leftover Fritters recipe! And for good measure, we've also included amazing fritter-inspiration from around the world! 🌎⠀
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From all of us at EWC to you and your loved ones, HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 🦃⠀
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❤ Dr. Lynda, Dr. Chuck, Liesl, Sam, Renee, and Ellen⠀
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Tell us your favorite Thanksgiving dish in the comments! 👇

Human handwriting . . . on . . . an envelope? Swee

Human handwriting . . . on . . . an envelope? Sweet Heavens! 💌⠀
There's nothing more exciting than receiving a hand-written letter in your mailbox.⠀
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With help from the creators at Great Big Story (@greatbigstory), we're taking you on a journey to see how different people around the world have put their creative stamp on this almost-lost art of communication!⠀
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Click the link in our bio to check it out. 📜🖋⠀
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