Jessica
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Well Being
How A Daily Moment of Gratitude Can Improve Your Health
Deriving from the Latin word gratia, gratitude is the act of reflecting and appreciating all that you have received, be it tangible or intangible. It is the process of recognizing that you have something positive in your life, and it has come from an external source. Not only does the act of giving-thanks connect people […]
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Inspiration
Christmas on the Water-5 Holiday Boat Celebrations
Washington is home to 3,200 miles of shoreline and over 50,000 miles of waterways connected to the Pacific Ocean, making maritime industry and trade a robust part of our economy. With a history so steeped in maritime life, it comes as no surprise that our holiday traditions reflect that. For those of you that are […]
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Inspiration
Sustainable Stocking Stuffers for Your Environmentally Friendly Loved Ones
As you scour your loved ones’ wish-lists looking for the perfect stocking stuffer, consider taking an environmentally friendly approach to gift-giving this year.
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Uncategorized
A Year In Review-Top 5 ANW Articles From 2020
2020 is a year for the history books. As we take time to reflect on the good and the bad, at Actively Northwest we are looking back on the articles that resonated the most with our readers this year. Here are your 5 favorite articles of 2020 in review! Autumn’s True Gold: Hiking to See […]
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Healthy Eating
Dry January: The Benefits of an Alcohol-Free Month
Editor’s note: Dry January is not a substitute for treatment for substance use disorder. Help is available for you or a loved one. This year alcohol use increased sharply. Adults reported drinking more days of the month and more each time. When done in moderation, it tends to be fine, but the excess of it […]
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Healthy Recipes
Getting The Most Out Of Your Pantry Ingredients
I don’t fancy myself a cook. Don’t get me wrong, I can follow a simple recipe. But when it comes to understanding flavor combinations, and throwing together a meal on the fly, my skills are limited. That is why I have always been fascinated with cooking shows like Chopped. I admire their ability to take […]