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I’m starting to think about my one word for 2026 and I’d love your inspiration.

My word for 2025 was ease — I even had a bracelet made to remind me. There were definitely moments this year where I found myself not living in the spirit of ease… but honestly, I don’t know how I would have navigated some of those curveballs without it. Focusing on that word grounded me. It reminded me that even when life tests you, choosing to approach things with ease can make everything feel just a little lighter.

I’m absolutely going to continue practising ease in 2026… but I’m also looking for some fresh inspiration.

So before I start meditating on it, plant your seeds:
✨ What one word do you think should guide me next year?
✨ And do you have any great tips for choosing your own word?

Share this post with someone who loves choosing a word—or maybe needs to choose one for 2026. 💙

☕ Not everyone should drink coffee… but let’s be real—most people just want to know if it’s good for them and are looking for a reason to keep it in their diet.

Here are 6 need-to-know facts about coffee (organic or not):

1️⃣ Antioxidants & Longevity – Coffee’s main antioxidant, chlorogenic acid, helps enhance autophagy (cell cleanup), which may explain why coffee drinkers often live longer. 🧫

2️⃣ Roast Matters– Dark roasts (even Starbucks) can wipe out up to 90% of chlorogenic acid losing most of the health benefits. Choose light-to-medium roasts preserve the most. 😮

3️⃣ Milk Choice – Soy milk = fine ✅. Dairy milk or cream = cuts chlorogenic acid absorption by about 40% ❌.

4️⃣ Brew Method – Brewed coffee (longer water contact) holds more antioxidants than espresso. Hot or cold brew? No real difference. 💧

5️⃣ Cholesterol Impact – Paper-filtered coffee keeps out compounds (cafestol & kahweol) that raise cholesterol. French press, Turkish, or boiled coffee? Not so kind to your numbers. Instant coffee is safe here too. 🩸

6️⃣ Capsule Coffee– Most pods do have paper filters (so no cholesterol spike), but the hot plastic adds small amounts of estrogenic chemicals. Still, levels are within safety limits. 🫛

✨ Bottom line: If you want the healthiest coffee, go for a medium roast, brewed through a paper filter, with non-dairy milk (if you like it creamy).

How do you like your coffee?

**Granola: Healthy or Sugar Bomb?**

Store-bought granola might seem like a healthy choice, but many brands sneak in tons of sugar, syrups, and oils. The good news? Making your own is super easy! Mix oats, nuts, and seeds, bake with a touch of maple syrup, and add dried or fresh fruit for a burst of colour and natural sweetness. Your morning bowl just got a whole lot better!