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Ripples Become Waves Over Time

The end of the year always brings about deeper contemplation about what we’re ready to leave behind. What about the stuff we inherited? ...

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Eliza Bailstein

Nov 175 min read

Breaking the Cycle

At least once a week some absent-minded driver nearly hits me on my bike. Vigilance and luck have allowed me to narrowly avoid all the...

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Eliza Bailstein

Sep 212 min read

Taking The Whole Ass Approach

It can be frustrating when people half ass things. Honestly, it seems like some people barely give it a quarter cheek. But I get it. When...

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Eliza Bailstein

Sep 72 min read

Human Nature

There’s nothing new about people being scared of strangers. Nothing novel about people being greedy because they’re afraid of running out...

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Eliza Bailstein

Aug 262 min read

Feeling Pronoid

I was reading a psychology journal that spoke about a disorder called “pronoia.” It’s the opposite of paranoia and is characterized by...

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A Living Legacy: Wisdom from My 98-Year-Old Grandpa

Eliza Bailstein

Jun 253 min read

A Living Legacy: Wisdom from My 98-Year-Old Grandpa

My grandpa turned 98 today! This man has been more of father to me than my own, so naturally I look up to him. He’s always been as...

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Eliza Bailstein

Jun 151 min read

Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus

This is one of the yummiest and easiest to make dips. Full of complex flavors and packed with nutrients.

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Eliza Bailstein

Jun 72 min read

Fit is not a Number

Fit is not a number on a scale. In shape is not one form. Healthy looks and feels different for each person. Our sense of fulfillment is...

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Eliza Bailstein

May 293 min read

The Recess Bell is Ringing!

Why does getting and staying healthy have to be so damn serious? I’m not buying it. As far as I’m concerned, health and joy go...

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Eliza Bailstein

May 192 min read

Rooting in Stability

I am thrilled to report the first sister circle I’ve hosted in years was a complete success. We snacked on nourishing whole foods and...

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Eliza Bailstein

May 121 min read

Mother's Day Meditation

Happy Mother's Day! This goes out to the boo-boo kissers. The late night feeders. To all those who are the guide, teacher, playmate,...

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Eliza Bailstein

May 95 min read

Man VS. Bear

Maybe I’m the odd lady out, but I feel like weighing in on this viral scenario regarding a bear vs. man. If you haven’t heard it, the...

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Eliza Bailstein

Apr 282 min read

Birds of a Feather

As I rest under a tree by the waters edge, I watch with awe a variety of birds freely living their lives. Before me, a blue heron slowly...

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Eliza Bailstein

Apr 213 min read

Earth Day Greetings!

Happy Earth Day! Endless gratitude to all of you who are standing up today and every day for our planet! Hand-in-hand it’s our time to...

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Eliza Bailstein

Apr 31 min read

Giving a F*

I once heard someone say, “I don’t normally give a f---. But for you, I’d give one. Two, even!” At the time, the statement gave me a good...

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Eliza Bailstein

Mar 231 min read

Mental Gymnastics

If we have to do so many mental gymnastics to justify harming others that we’re out of breath—that’s a sign it’s time for a sit down on...

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Eliza Bailstein

Mar 132 min read

You Get What You Pay For

The first currency we ever received was attention. Our parents let us know what parts of our behavior were of higher value by the...

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Eliza Bailstein

Mar 112 min read

To Infinity and Beyond

For the past few weeks my students and I were exploring the cosmos. I may have gone a little overboard. I pelted them with asteroids...

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Eliza Bailstein

Mar 32 min read

Caramelized Veggies & Beans

2 Oranges 3-5 Medium Carrots 7-10 Medium Brussel sprouts 1 Large Red Onion 1 Medium fennel bulb 5 T Olive oil 2 T Thyme (fresh...

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Eliza Bailstein

Feb 173 min read

The Rewrite

We all tell ourselves stories to make sense of this complicated world. Sometimes those stories help soothe us. Or make us feel grateful....

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