In a trend that the New York Times dubs “The Unbearable Heaviness of Clutter,” multiple scientific studies have shown a relationship between stress and too much stuff. It’s perhaps that realization that clutter and chaos often come as a pair that has…
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Mon, Aug 31, 2020 | Hello MrSteam
From exercise recovery to skincare, sweating as a form of heat therapy is a valuable, scientifically-backed tool for wellness routines. Of course, there’s not just one way to sweat, which is how many homeowners, convinced of the benefits of sweat, find…
Sun, Aug 23, 2020 | Hello MrSteam
There are two common myths about wellness that stump many of those who seek it: 1. It can be bought at the store or pharmacy and 2. It is something to be achieved. It’s more accurate to think of wellness as a lifestyle or set of behaviors and decisions…
Mon, Aug 03, 2020 | Hello MrSteam
When you think of a calming environment, you may automatically jump to images of spa-like rooms, flooded in ambient light, pale colors and a touch of greenery. But why are so many spas designed like that? The answer is wrapped up in the theory of…
Fri, Jul 24, 2020 | Hello MrSteam
We may not have flying cars or the casual space travel many imagined for 2020 during the middle of the last century, but we do have plenty of advanced health and home helpers, from watches that track your sleep to smartphone-connected dog treat…
Mon, Jul 20, 2020 | Hello MrSteam
From a design perspective, this year may be best known for illustrating the importance of creating peaceful, relaxing and practical spaces in the home. As of March 2020, the bedroom is now also an office. The living room doubles as a gym. The kitchen…
Mon, Jul 13, 2020 | Hello MrSteam
Wellness-enhancing interior design is becoming increasingly popular, especially as homeowners seek respite from everyday life at home. While there are key factors of designing for wellness, there isn’t necessarily one interior design style that…
Tue, Jun 30, 2020 | Hello MrSteam
Deciding which home upgrades to take on may feel like a delicate balance between pursuing what you want and making sure you’ll get back what you invest when you sell. Lucky for the wellness seeking and fiscally-conscious homeowner, upgrades that…
Fri, Jun 19, 2020 | Hello MrSteam
Summer plans usually include relaxing days by the pool, late dinners on patios or new experiences, from music festivals to vacation spots. One thing our summer daydreams don’t include? Skin problems. From dehydration to acne to rash, the warmer months…
Fri, Jun 12, 2020 | Hello MrSteam
If you eat well, exercise regularly and sweat in your steam shower often, you’re likely proactively mindful of protecting your body from the pollutants and stresses we face every day. One way to further enhance your healthy lifestyle is by incorporating…
Fri, Jun 05, 2020 | Hello MrSteam
While the medical system excels at treating acute conditions like a heart attack or a broken bone, the movement around wellness is about building resilience to the physical and mental stress the world presents us with every day, potentially helping avoid…