Month: April 2026

Feedback Needed: Should I Transition to Podcasting?

Feedback Needed: Should I Transition to Podcasting?

The author seeks feedback on their blog, initiated in 2011, to assess its value and potential transition to a podcast. Despite investing significant effort into writing informative content, readership averages only 2-10 views per post, prompting a reconsideration of format. The author requests opinions on blog versus podcast preferences.

Benefits of Jewelweed: Nature’s Solution for Poison Ivy and Rashes

Benefits of Jewelweed: Nature’s Solution for Poison Ivy and Rashes

Jewelweed, a wild plant native to North America, is utilized for its skin healing properties, particularly for treating poison ivy and insect bites. This plant can be processed into various remedies, including soap, oil tinctures, and sprays. Customers have reported significant relief from poison ivy symptoms using these products.

How about Hessler Hippie?

How about Hessler Hippie?

We were blessed to be art venders at the Hessler Street Fair, located on the Case Western Campus.  The Fair happened for 50 years, ending with the 2019 event.  Steve was feeling very inspired in the studio before the last street fair and wanted to 

How to Navigate Life’s Unexpected Changes

How to Navigate Life’s Unexpected Changes

In times of unexpected upheaval, such as job loss, it’s crucial to stabilize by maintaining routines, prioritizing self-care, and focusing on small, achievable goals. Seek support, embrace emotions, and redefine aspirations. Through mindfulness and connection, individuals can navigate transitions, ultimately discovering new paths and opportunities for growth and fulfillment.

Benefits of Cold Processed Soap: Why Choose It?

Benefits of Cold Processed Soap: Why Choose It?

Cold processed soap provides numerous benefits, including superior hydration due to high glycerin content, gentleness for sensitive skin, and the use of natural ingredients. It is often eco-friendly, “superfatted” for added moisture, and customizable. The soap-making process requires a curing period, resulting in a long-lasting product that lathers effectively.

Understanding Time Perception and Aging Effects

Understanding Time Perception and Aging Effects

The perception of time accelerating with age is influenced by a decrease in novel experiences and distinct memories, causing years to feel shorter. Key factors include the lack of novelty in adult life, the proportional theory, slower brain processing, and less detailed memory encoding. Introducing new experiences can help slow this perception.