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Why We Love Comfort Food: The Science Behind Holiday – and Covid – Indulgence

It’s the 2020 pandemic holiday season — here are some tips on how to manage your comfort cravings (though we say indulge!)

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by Christina Mueller, Mimi Towle
October 28, 2020

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Climate-Friendly Gift Ideas For Everyone On Your List
Climate-Friendly Gift Ideas For Everyone On Your List
Retro Revival: This Hillside Home in Corte Madera Is Playful and Bursting with Color
Retro Revival: This Hillside Home in Corte Madera Is Playful and Bursting with Color
Bird Is the Word: 7 of the Best Fried Chicken Places Around the Bay Area
Bird Is the Word: 7 of the Best Fried Chicken Places Around the Bay Area
Against All Odds, Wine Country Welcomes the Ultra-Luxury Resort Montage Healdsburg, Plus Two New Drink and Dine Destinations
Against All Odds, Wine Country Welcomes the Ultra-Luxury Resort Montage Healdsburg, Plus Two New Drink and Dine Destinations
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New year, new messes to sort out. Needless to say, New year, new messes to sort out. Needless to say, in spite of cheers for 2020 to end, the start of 2021 has been its very own rich tapestry of dumpster fires. So while typically this is the season of losing weight/working out/prioritizing sleep/not drinking/setting financial goals/learning a new language, right now, “just getting by” seems like an ambitious enough goal. But if you’re feeling particularly driven and intent on keeping your resolutions, here are some products that will help you out with that and support worthy causes — including a bundle curated by Chelsea Handler! Link in bio for more info.
Today, we recognize Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Today, we recognize Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and honor his life, work, and legacy. Go to the link in our bio for six ways to celebrate locally and virtually this year. . . . . . #marinmagazine #marincounty #mlk #mlkday #mlkjr #martinlutherkingjr #mlkdayofservice #bettertogether
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As an interior designer, @shirleyparksdesign spent As an interior designer, @shirleyparksdesign spent a decade helping clients turn ho-hum homes into architectural gems. But when her children hit middle school, she decided she needed to take a beat and focus on family. But that didn’t mean giving up her passion for interior design. Instead, she shifted into renovating her own homes with the intention of flipping them for profit. “We’re currently on our fourth project house,” says Shirley, who has since re-launched her interior design business. “Now that my kids are older, I’m less stretched for time. Plus, I feel like I’ve earned the equivalent of a master’s degree through my four renovations and I’m excited to pass on what I’ve learned to my clients.” For the full story and more photos, go to the link in our bio. 📸: @christopherstark.
Even with Covid-19, new businesses are still openi Even with Covid-19, new businesses are still opening, and it’s a better time then ever to support local. Here are some new openings, happenings and updates to check out (safely) around Marin County this January. Link in bio for more info.
While many gyms remained closed or will have limit While many gyms remained closed or will have limited access in the foreseeable future, there are some surefire ways to get yourself into better shape physically and mentally. Dr. Chris Bacchi of @marinmedical.aesthetics shares 5 healthy habits to reclaim your body and mind in 2021 — link in bio.
Are you ready for a clean slate? Cluttered spaces Are you ready for a clean slate? Cluttered spaces are so 2020. Head to our bio link for expert tips on decluttering and living intentionally in 2021. ✨ Meet the experts: @shiragill @newminimal.ism @breathing.room.organization 📸: @breathing.room.organization
Most people were wishing for 2020 to end and expec Most people were wishing for 2020 to end and expected a magical, new reality. Unfortunately the world does not reset at the strike of midnight, but Marin is in good hands with its batch of 1st-time elected government officials. Link in bio for more info.
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