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May 15, 2024 | 
magazine.avocadogreenmattress.com | Cecilia Huang
Nothing beats the simple pleasure of sinking into a comfortable bed with high quality cooling sheets at night. Learn why percale organic cotton sheets are best for hot sleepers. As summer approaches, many of us eagerly look forward to basking in the warm rays. However, for some, the rising temperature can turn restful nights into a struggle, especially if your body tends to run and sleep hot. Temperature plays a crucial role in our sleep quality.
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May 1, 2024 | 
coldteacollective.com | Cecilia Huang |Pearl Zhou
Dear Kiki,My Asian parents are selling my childhood home and enlisted my help in downsizing. However, they have accumulated many things due to a scarcity mindset and have trouble parting with their possessions. I want to be supportive, but I am also incredibly overwhelmed. Where do I even begin? It is natural to experience many emotions as you say goodbye to your childhood home.
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Apr 11, 2024 | 
remake.world | Cecilia Huang
I remember walking into the Brandy Melville flagship store in Westwood, Los Angeles, for the first time as a 20-something. My friend was attending UCLA at the time and was ecstatic to show me the new shopping spot that all the cool college kids were talking about. Like many other devoted fans past and present, I immediately swooned over the white brick walls and the carefree California-inspired aesthetic.
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Apr 11, 2024 | 
magazine.avocadogreenmattress.com | Cecilia Huang
Plastics can be found everywhere, from our clothing to our bedding and furniture. Here are ways to avoid microplastics in your home. Every April, Earth Month serves as a reminder to raise awareness about environmental challenges and to take meaningful action for a healthy planet. This year’s theme of “Planet vs. Plastics” highlights the pressing issue of plastic pollution, especially the prevalence of microplastics.
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Mar 28, 2024 | 
magazine.avocadogreenmattress.com | Cecilia Huang
Reduce stress, calm your mind, and improve sleep with a style of meditation that works with your routine. From the moment we wake up, our minds are inundated with thoughts about what we need to do and where we need to be. As we navigate our overwhelming responsibilities, to-do lists and the surprises sprinkled in between, meditation can bring us a moment of calmness amid life’s hustle and bustle. Meditation is a popular yet simple antidote to stress while promoting overall well-being.
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Mar 25, 2024 | 
coldteacollective.com | Cecilia Huang |Jeevan Sangha
Dear Kiki, I am a daughter of Asian immigrant parents who are extremely frugal and risk-averse when it comes to money. As a result, I grew up not knowing much about budgeting or investing. In the current economic climate, I feel like I’m far behind my peers who have portfolios or own several assets. How can I improve my financial literacy and afford a place?
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Feb 14, 2024 | 
coldteacollective.com | Cecilia Huang |Jeevan Sangha
Valentine’s Day is here, and the chocolates and flowers at every turn can intensify the stress of dating. This pressure can be especially overwhelming when you’re entering the dating scene after a long hiatus. Online dating apps have become the most popular way for people to meet their partners, passing meeting people through friends. However, it’s not always easy. On dating apps, there are rules and etiquette to familiarize yourself with that are unique from traditional dating.
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Feb 9, 2024 | 
magazine.avocadogreenmattress.com | Cecilia Huang
Keep waste to a minimum and teach your child to appreciate time spent together with these tips for an eco-friendly kids party. They say that parents wear many hats — and it’s true. As a mom of two, I often juggle multiple roles: chauffeur, chef, counselor, and more. But if you ask my children, one of the most important responsibilities I have is planning their birthday parties. Birthdays are a wonderful way to reflect on a year of growth and an excuse to make someone feel extra special.
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Feb 7, 2024 | 
coldteacollective.com | Cecilia Huang |Pearl Zhou
In many Asian cultures, Lunar New Year is a time of joy, celebration, and new beginnings. Festivities often include celebrations with an abundance of food, decorations, and – if you are extra lucky – a healthy stack of red packets. Depending on the culture, festivities can span from a few days to 15 days. Like other major holidays, increased gatherings and consumption can result in more waste, from discarded red packets and excess food leftovers to shopping for gifts.
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Jan 4, 2024 | 
magazine.avocadogreenmattress.com | Cecilia Huang
Welcome the year with a rejuvenated outlook and renewed energy. Here are our tips for a revitalizing mental health reset. While January brings new hope and possibilities, holiday burnout leaves many of us feeling drained and unmotivated. (When the festivities finally draw to a close, the last thing I want to do is to make a list of goals to strive for.) Instead of rushing into resolution setting, consider kickstarting the year with a mental health reset.
