Stories

Practical, grounded, and written as we learn.
Stories for arriving better.

Written by Sky Sandy

Rituals with Nia & Kairo (The Cinnamon Fire)

The bathroom smelled warm and sweet like cinnamon and clove. It reminded Nia of her grandmother’s kitchen.

Written by Phillip Mitchell

Ever felt the burn after a new soap, or seen your skin react in an unexpected way? Here’s why

Written by Phillip Mitchell

You lather up to lose sweat, grime, and SPF, no reason the planet should rinse away with it.

Written by Phillip Mitchell

Photo by Benjamin Farren Your tent’s a vibe, but your skin? Not so much. Here’s how to stay fresh at

Written by Phillip Mitchell

Activated charcoal sounds exotic, but it starts as something familiar, a piece of wood or coconut shell.