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by Leigh Weingus
11/27/2019
Forest Bathing 101: Here's Everything You Need To Know About This Japanese Wellness Practice
If the term "forest bathing" conjures up images of a bath in, well, a forest, that...
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by Leigh Weingus
11/14/2019
Taking Breaks Will Actually Make You More Productive. Here’s How To Build Them Into Your Day
If you’re the super productive go-go-go type, you probably think a break is the last...
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by Leigh Weingus
11/06/2019
Prioritize Your Financial Wellness With These Money-Saving Tips That Are Actually Kind Of Fun
If thinking about saving money conjures up images of complicated spreadsheets, too many nights at...
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10 Self-Help Books to Inspire You This Summer
“At Silk + Sonder, so much of our inspiration is directly derived from the books...
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5 of Our Favorite Pen Brands for Your Silk+Sonder
It’s easy to glance over how important pens are in our everyday lives. With the...
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How to Use Your Mood Tracker
How we are feeling throughout the week affects each of us differently and potentially has...
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5 Ways to Practice Gratitude Today
Let’s face it: Life moves pretty fast and it can be easy to zoom through...
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5 Ways to Practice Self-Care This Summer
Self-care is a widely discussed topic in today’s social climate as many find it impossible...
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by Meha Agrawal
06/15/2019
Get Started With Your Silk and Sonder
You've received your first Silk and Sonder - it's time to get started! As exciting...
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by Silk and Sonder Admin
02/04/2019
Sonder Story - Robyn Olsen
Astrologer, Social Worker, Pastry Chef What's Your Sonder Story? Born and raised in Los Angeles,...
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How to Overcome the Sunday Scaries
By Alyssa Hagman Ahh, the sunday scaries. The feeling of doom that usually sets in...
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Planning an At-Home Wellness Retreat
By Alyssa Hagman Over this last year, self-care has been moved to the top of...
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September's Theme Is 'Flourish'—Here's What That Means + Ideas to Help You Grow
Understand the true definition of the word flourish—and use these 30 ideas to hep you grow and develop in a healthy way.
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30 Quotes About September to Get You Ready for Fall
While it's been a while since most of us were in school, September remains symbolic...
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30 Attributes of a Humble Person
What does it mean to be humble, and what are some signs that a person is humble? Here's everything you need to know.
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15 Ways to Simplify Your Life
A little bit of simplifying can go a long way when it comes to clearing emotional and mental space and making space for deeper personal growth. Here are 15 ways to do it.
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50 Journaling Prompts for Fall
It's hard to believe, but fall is right around the corner. Make the most of this festive, productive season with these journaling prompts.
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29 August Quotes to Help You Celebrate the End of Summer
Summer is winding down—so use these quotes to celebrate this magical month and bring a lot more joy to it.
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The Science of Why Coloring Is Such an Important Form of Self-Care—and An Exclusive Opportunity to Enhance Your Coloring Practice With Silk + Sonder
Over a decade ago, adult coloring books burst on the scene. They were suddenly available at drugstores everywhere, right next to the big, cartoon-filled kids’ coloring books. And there’s a reason for that: Research shows coloring can be incredibly relaxing to our brains, something we desperately need in our fast-paced society.
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30 Journaling Prompts to Help You Make the Most of The Magic of July
July is a slow-moving, joyful month full or long days and a sense of ease. Use these journaling prompts to make the most of it.
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Elevate Your Summer & Immerse Yourself In Self-Care With Our 7-Day Summer Boost Challenge
This week-long challenge has all the tools you need for 7 days of self-care so you can reconnect with yourself and stay grounded.
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Here's What 'Acceptance' Truly Means + 30 Journaling Prompts to Help You Practice It
Silk + Sonder's July theme is "acceptance." Here's how to bring more acceptance into your life.
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Your FREE 8-Page Silk + Sonder Printable: Habit Trackers, Mood Trackers + More
Dive in to the life-transforming magic of S+S with printables lifted straight from our monthly wellness journals.
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Here's Why You Should Make an 'A to Z' Gratitude List ASAP
An A to Z gratitude list is a unique way to practice gratitude. Here's how to do it.
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How to Tell If You're a High-Value Person—and What to Do If You're Not
High-value people stay true to their own values and beliefs. Here's how to know if you're one.
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6 Reasons Why Mental Clarity Is Vital for Your Wellbeing
Defined as a state of sharp focus, emotional stability, and cognitive coherence, here's why mental clarity is is so important.
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44 Journaling Prompts for Transformation
Personal transformation isn't always easy. These journaling prompts can help.
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Want to Journal for Self-Improvement? Start With These 9 Tips
Whether you're looking to improve one area of your life or many, journaling can help. Here's how to journal for self-improvement.
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50 Summer Goal Ideas to Help You Make the Most of This Light, Slower-Paced Time of Year
With summer right around the corner, here are 50 ideas for a more enriching, joy-filled season.
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How to Design Your Summer So You Can Make the Most of Every Moment
Consider this your step-by-step guide to designing a summer that leaves you feeling joyful and rejuvenated
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70 Weekly Journaling Prompts to Help You Make the Most of Every Day
If your mood is different on Monday than it is on Friday, well, you're only human. That's why we're giving you 10 journaling prompts for each day of the week.
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25 Mantras for Self-Empowerment
It's not always easy to feel empowered, but a few simple mantras can go a long way.
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35 Angela Duckworth Quotes On Grit and Resilience
Known for her work on grit, perseverance, and resilience, Angela Duckworth is a psychologist with incredible insights on how to keep going, even when it's hard.
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7 Ways to Actually Keep the Commitments You Make to Yourself
We all make commitments to ourselves with the best of intentions, but keeping them isn't always easy. Here's how to actually stick to your guns this time.
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40 Inspiring Quotes to Celebrate the Month of May
May is pure magic. Use these quotes to celebrate it and feel inspired.
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11 Ways to Reset Your Mind, Body, and Soul
Because we all need a little refresh from time to time.
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If Mother's Day Is Hard for You, Here's How to Cope
Mother's day isn't easy for everyone. If it's a triggering day for you, here's what to do.
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50 Quotes About Nature to Remind You of the Beauty of Mother Earth
In the hustle bustle of life, it isn't always easy to stop and appreciate all that nature has to offer. These quotes will help with that.
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Is Minimalism Ever a Bad Thing? Here's How to Think About It
Marie Kondo made decluttering and minimalism trendy. But can it every backfire?
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6 Powerful Steps for How to Heal Your Inner Child
It can feel too risky to relive old painful experiences and think about our childhoods. But when it comes to how to heal your inner child, there's a way to do it that is disarming and gentle. We'll walk you through it!
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25 Mary Anne Radmacher Quotes to Inspire You to Live a More Creative, Balanced Life
An artist and author, Mary Anne Radmacher's words have served as an inspiration for people for decades. Let these inspirational quotes do the same for you.
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30 Journaling Prompts to Help You Live With Intention
"Living with intention" is something many of us aspire to. But what does that actually mean, and how can you put it into practice? Start with these journaling prompts.
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A Daily Self-Care Checklist for Your Planner
A daily self-care checklist is a great way to add self-care ideas to your planner and to your every day routines.
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Are You a People Pleaser? Here's How to Know—and What to Do About It
People pleasers are generally well-liked—but that's usually to their own detriment. Here's everything you need to know about what it means to be a people pleaser.
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The Ultimate Declutter Checklist for When You’re Ready to Purge
Decluttering is a great way to simplify your life and purge unwanted items. Getting started is the hardest part, so we've put together a checklist and some tips to help!
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How to Get Motivated to Clean When Everything Is a Mess
It may be spring cleaning season, but we don't all have the motivation to start the decluttering process. Use these tips to get started.
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How To Plan Your Month Ahead of Time So You Can Make the Most Of It
April is right around the corner, and now is the time to plan your month so you can get everything you want and need out of the next 30 days.
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50 Energizing Affirmations for Spring
Manifest your best spring every with these soul-satisfying affirmations.
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35 Journaling Prompts for Productivity
Sometimes when you're stuck in a productivity rut, the very best thing you can do is take out your journal and start writing.
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45 One-Sentence Self-Care Tips
Remind yourself why self-care is so important with these simple tips.
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Why You Should Consider Taking Up Gardening — and How to Get Started
This is the perfect time of year to think about starting a garden. Here's everything you need to know about it.
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What Is 'Lucky Girl Syndrome'?
Here's what you need to know about the manifestation technique everyone is talking about.
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