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Our Favorite Hawai‘i Eco-Wellness Brands

From fungi to flowers, bees to botanicals, these local companies channel the healing forces of the islands into products that nourish body, mind, and planet. Here are some of our favorite eco-conscious brands making waves in Hawai‘i and beyond! 🌿 Mālama Mushrooms Superfood fungi grown with aloha! Born from the Big Island’s rich volcanic soil…

Everything You Need to Know About Visiting Mauna Kea Observatory

(PHOTO CREDIT: JUSTINREZNICK/ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS) Tucked away in the lush, misty uplands above Kona, Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary offers an immersive experience of Hawaii’s rarest ecosystem—where native ferns, giant bamboo, and towering ʻōhiʻa trees breathe the clouds. It’s a space to slow down, ground in nature, and expand your perspective. But for those…

Healing Nature Experiences in Kona

Hawai’i Island is a magical and ethereal place. With so many diverse microclimates and landscapes, the ways that we can come home to ourselves and reconnect with nature and the spirit of the ‘aina is plentiful. Keep reading to see some of our recommended ways to find healing nature experiences in Kona! Guided Sound Bath…

Ahupua‘a: Systems of Resilience & Harmony

When people think of Hawai’i, they typically think of white sand beaches, palm trees, and coconuts. But Hawai’i is a group of islands with RICH history, culture, and ingenious indigenous knowledge that has allowed communities to thrive in coexistence with the earth and its’ resources for over a thousand years. Next time you think of…

5 Dreamy Date-Night Ideas Around Kona To Elevate The Mood

Skip the classic date spots and go for these soul-nourishing and intimate experiences that will connect you with your partner on all levels! Whether it’s a creative workshop, or sunset dinner cruise, we have 5 date night ideas that will elevate your dynamic and invite the connection and romance you’ve been craving! Beach Picnic at…

The Quiet Intelligence of Moss: Nature’s Oldest Pioneer

Underfoot, it cushions each step. Overhead, it hangs like a gentle veil amongst the canopies. Along lava rock, it clings with a quiet persistence…Moss may be small, but it’s one of the oldest and most underrated powerfhouses in the forest. As tiny as it is, moss shapes the entire rhythm of the ecosystem. While often…

Top Summer Nature Activities for Kids in Hawai‘i

School is out which means the kids are probably jumping for joy and planning a whole years worth of adventures into one summer! The research indicates that nature and time outdoors is absolutely necessary for kids mental health and emotional development: even just 20 minutes outside can do wonders for stress, anxiety, focus, and creativity…

Nature-Inspired Poses to Channel the Forest’s Energy

No matter where you are, you can tune into the essence of your own inner grounding and strength by embodying some of the things Nature does best. Try some of these poses next time you’re feeling stagnant, lethargic, or like your brain is working in overtime! 1. Tree Pose (Vrikshasana) Essence: Rooted presence. Stand tall,…

Add Food and Vitamin Producing Plants To Your GARDEN!

We have come to a time when we need to depend more on our gardens and what they can produce to keep our food costs lower and products locally grown. Humans have had an impact on the world’s ecosystems for a long time. Some regions where humans and other mammals have thrived have changed the…

Beneath the Forest Floor: How Trees Communicate, Feel, & Care

Trees aren’t just individual beings—they’re actually part of a deeply connected underground network! Recent discoveries have revealed an entire hidden WORLD beneath our feet, where trees have systems for communicating, supporting, and even nurturing one another! Let’s dive into this inspiring discovery together!   The Discovery That Changed Everything: Enter the Mother Tree Suzanne Simard,…

FERTILIZE WITH ORGANICS FOR HEALTHY VEGETABLE GARDENS

It is time to think about planting your vegetable garden to minimize the effects of increasing food bills.. This week and for the next few weeks let’s consider a landscapes that feed us.  You might even want to take the organic approach. Since our soils have lost many nutrients let’s look at the best sources…

How Sound Frequency Affects the Brain and Body

More Than Vibration—A Healing Language Everything at its most basic level emits a vibration and frequency. We learned early on in school that our cells are mostly empty space, with atoms vibrating so fast they appear solid. Similarly, sounds also emit their own frequency vibration. They can travel through air, water, AND your body.  That…