With global warming becoming an increasingly urgent problem and much of the world has been under lockdown for months due to the coronavirus pandemic, many people are thinking about alternative ways of living in the future. This rocky period in human history has pushed forward the once very fringe idea of “seasteading” – living out...
As different types of tiny homes continue to pop up everywhere, one thing remains clear: people are highly interested in alternative living. They want a home that is better for both the environment and their bank account that allows them to live larger with less. If DIY home-building isn’t your thing, however, perhaps these eco-friendly,...
Remember the Gerber Baby Photo Contest? Well, the 2020 contest has come to a conclusion and the results are as historic as they are adorable. Meet your new 2020 Gerber Baby Magnolia Earl, the first-ever adopted child to become the company’s ‘spokesbaby’. Magnolia Earl Becomes the First-Ever Adopted Child Gerber Baby Little Magnolia, who turned...
Elephants are some of India’s most beautiful, peaceful, and gentle creatures. The country has several measures in place to protect these important animals whose population is already at risk due to climate change and poaching. This is what makes this story so tragic. A pregnant elephant dies in Kerala after eating a pineapple laced with...
Looking for a fun new craft project to do that will spruce up your home’s rain spout and provide a soothing sound every time it rains? Your search ends here with the simple, customizable DIY rain chains. DIY Rain Chains A rain chain is a chain you make out of various types of items and...
Some tiny homes are designed for permanent living, while others are more temporary. Either way, we can’t seem to get enough of the tiny house trend. This latest option for a simple tiny home is so easy to put together, the only tool you need is a screwdriver. Simple Tiny Home With Just a Screwdriver...
Since the coronavirus outbreak truly exploded in March, canned foods have been experiencing somewhat of a renaissance. While the usual culprits – tuna, soups, and sauces – have been flying off the shelves, there are some products that pre-pandemic were nearly extinct from the shelves and have since made a comeback. One of the most...
There’s nothing quite like a summer evening. With the heat of the sun gone, it’s a beautiful time to sit out and relax. What makes this even better? A DIY fire pit! Not only can the smoke help to keep mosquitoes away (especially depending on what you burn), but they provide a warmth that lets...
It’s hard to beat a good stew. A classic comfort food, warm, hearty stews fill our bellies and make us feel good. Perhaps they remind us of childhood, or perhaps they are just satisfying to tuck into after a long day. The best part about stew is that it is easy to make them nutritional...
Here at the Hearty Soul, we love optical illusions, puzzles, and mind tricks. The more frustrating they are the better, and this most recent puzzle certainly fits the bill. How fast can you find the odd turtle in this puzzle? Full disclosure: it took me more than 15 minutes! (don’t tell anyone) How Fast Can...
Building yourself a tiny home and living a simpler life seems to be what everyone wants to do these days. With housing prices continuing to skyrocket and life becoming increasingly stressful, it’s no wonder people are looking to get away from it all and live smaller with more freedom. Not all of us are architects...
With the coronavirus pandemic hitting the poorest communities the hardest, New York State farmers are stepping in to help out. Instead of dumping the produce, milk, and other products that they are unable to sell, they are donating them to those in need. New York Farmers Donate Product to Feed Families After having to painfully...
