Some people like to think that they're wiser than others. But even Socrates, one of history's greatest philosophers, doubted his omniscience and famously said, "All I know is that I know nothing." So let's remind ourselves that learning is a never-ending endeavor in this world, shall we? There's a Reddit post that's perfect for this task. Created by user u/TikiTC, it asked everyone on the platform "What's a little-known but obvious fact that will immediately make all of us feel stupid?" Folks came through with plenty of insightful replies from a variety of topics, ranging from basic physics to human anatomy. Here are some of the most interesting ones. #1Pufferfish are filled with water, not air. It wouldn’t even make...
10 Tips for Shopping More Sustainably for Your ClosetHave you ever found yourself minutes away from having to leave your house for school, work, or a social occasion, staring at your closet and thinking, "I have nothing to wear!"? Although many of us currently have a number of clothes that our ancestors properly haven't owned in a lifetime, feeling like a closet's worth of clothes is not enough to create a satisfying outfit is far from an unusual experience. It's easy to see why. Like many other incumbencies of adult life, we were not taught how to shop for clothes. But if your wardrobe and purchasing choices keep leaving you unsatisfied, taking a step back and learning how to shop...
Image: Full Circle Home Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliated; we may earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase. We only ever add brands & products we truly believe in. Thank you for supporting the brands who are making the cleaning industry a better place! THE BEST Eco-Friendly & SUSTAINABLE CLEANING PRODUCTSNow that spring is finally here, you probably want to spring clean your home to start the season fresh. However, do not immediately go to the store to stock up on all kinds of conventional cleaning products.Almost all of them are full of hazardous chemicals that can cause serious and even life-threatening health issues in the long run! They are also incredibly toxic to...
Remote work, reliable internet, and accessible air transport have given rise to an entirely new kind of traveler: the digital nomad. Traversing the globe while you work from a laptop can be life-changing; however, this kind of travel can also increase your environmental footprint. Fortunately, being more mindful of how you travel—and why—can make all the difference.Cultivating a Sustainable Travel MindsetTo travel more sustainably as a digital nomad, it’s important to first consider your goals and intentions. Remember: this is not your average vacation. Digital nomads travel for longer periods of time, typically spending weeks or even months in a particular location. If you’re not clear on why you’re engaging in this type of trip, it’ll be difficult to match...
Easy construction-paper crafts are an excellent, affordable, and fun way for kids of all temperaments to channel their creative energies. Paper crafts for kids are also an easy indoor activity for friends and family of all ages, and they can double as visual aids for teaching younger kids about elementary topics such as animals, colors, shapes, and foods. Whether your kids are excited about making a 3D rabbit with a cotton-ball tail or working together on a mile-long rainbow paper chain, easy construction-paper crafts are the rare activity that suits every interest and every age, while honing kids’ motor and artistic skills.The possibilities are endless when it comes to creating art with construction-paper crafts, but these easy-to-follow DIY projects require...
