How do you deal with people that suck?

People Suck: Let’s Befriend Aliens Instead

You know it and I know it. People suck. Sometimes people you meet will lie, make up things about you, cheat or steal from you. So you need some dependable skills to deal with them. Especially if you’re an introvert. Here are some tips gathered from centuries ago that still work, which include don’t take things personally, tune out the haters, and stop comparing yourself to others. Also: be full of love.

Also, here’s how to stop taking things personally!

I’m not saying it’s aliens, but it’s aliens. Can they please not look like the Sigourney Weaver Alien variety?

Are you a Chaos Gardener Or Gobblin?

chaos gardening? Wait, is this freaking play about us? It’s one of the easiest and low lift ways to create a beautiful, color filled, cottage-style garden. You start by either selecting a small section of chaos or do multiple areas of chaos, simply throwing seeds this way and that, and embracing all of the weeds. I’m a fan of anything that’s low effort so this works for me.

Some Good News for Midnight Tokers

The Department of Health and Human Services has just recommended reclassifying marijuana to a lower-risk drug and President Joe Biden has asked the department to review how federal law categorizes marijuana.

What’s more, magic mushrooms, which are being used in therapeutic ways to treat things like depression and PTSD, may be decriminalized in California. This includes one legislative proposal in next year’s ballot and another that would create a billion dollar agency to research its therapeutic benefits. What that means for you: What’s microdosing for mental health, does it work, and how can you try it?

But then again, could there be an MJ and lead connection? Users of marijuana in a study were found to have 27% higher levels of lead in their bloodstream.

Not pot, but try a muscle-relieving combo of peppermint, epsom salt, dead sea salt and CBD to help you melt tension after a workout or a hard day’s work.

Top Señora Deals

Did you know you can fly to LatAm for as little as $221 right now? Fly to visit your abuela in São Paulo, Santiago, Lima, Buenos Aires, or more over at LatAm Airlines, which has always been my family’s trusted airline option. I’m a nervous flier, but it’s always been a smooth, easy ride, and I love that I can always pick a special meal - even vegetarian, pescatarian or vegan.

Speaking of São Paulo, get a free mini Beija Flor Body Wash with purchases of $50 or more, right now on Sol de Janeiro. And of course there’s their famous and viral Brazilian Bum Bum Cream.

Grab a $5 GiftCard when you buy 3 skincare items like Vamigas at Target!

I know it’s totally unhinged but I caved and got a starter cold plunge tub for a little over $100. If you are intrigued, I recommend a basic model that’s small enough to fit anywhere and that won’t break the bank. The pros are that you can see results in as little as two minutes at a time (as long as you’re getting around 11 minutes of soaking each week). The minus is that these basic models are a little hard to upkeep; you have to clean them manually like a toddler pool but it’s totally worth it so far. I need less caffeine, and my mood has improved during that afternoon slump.

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