Spring skiing has a far more relaxed vibe than winter skiing. The rush to battle the elements in search of fresh snow is replaced by complacency to slow down and enjoy the sunny weather and vistas. It's also far more affordable with Mt Hood Spring Passes

I’m the kind of person who loses my cool if I don’t break a sweat every day. While I prefer to exercise outdoors, gym workouts are a lot more appealing this time of year. Weight lifting doesn't come easy for someone like myself who's built more like a

Caffeine consumption is a balancing act. You want to consume enough of it to shake off morning groginess, but you don't want its stress triggering effects to put you in a bad mood. As a tea drinker who occasionally uses espresso as a prescription drug, th

The purpose of a cocktail hour is to sever off whatever is stressing you out and connect with the people around you. However, sometimes boozing on an empty stomach by itself isn't enough to make you quit thinking about that lingering project or interperso

You know those magic nights where everything falls into place that you don't want to end? They don't have to! You just need to go against your better judgement and extend them. The energy required doesn't have to come in the from a substance. Sometimes a

Everyone flocks to a bonfire on a cold night out of comfort. Once huddled around, however, I've noticed people stare more at the flames than each other. It's as if everything else disappears in the silhouette of the bonfire's glowing embers. Our fascina

Long drives home from a weekend away or a night out never end soon enough. The fun is over. You have to work tomorrow. You’re tired, but you have to stay alert. Everyone else in the car is tired to, so conversation has dried up. All you want is to be ho

Winding down at the end of a busy day can be a difficult task. It's nearly impossible for me to go from full speed to slumber even with the aid of melatonin and breathing exercises. I sleep best when I begin winding down at least an hour before I want to

Walking in the woods clears my mind as well as anything. Slowing down to appreciate nature has a way of grounding me and helps put things in perspective. Adding an immersive soundtrack makes losing myself in the luscious greenery effortless. This mix re

When the temperature is oppressively hot, there's no better place to cool off than on a boat. Sun is so much more enjoyable with a cool breeze and fresh air. Add a lively yet relaxed soundtrack to the mix, and it becomes paradise. While I don't find mysel