THING TO DO TODAY
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THINGS TO KNOW
There must be some sena-toros in the atmosphere
CLIMATE: Surprise!!! No, itâs not a birthday party, itâs actually a good Senate climate deal. The packageâwith a price tag of $369Bâwould be the most ambitious climate change legislation in American history. (Love it already.) So whatâs in it?! For one, billions of dollars of tax perks to invest in clean energy (think: wind, solar, geothermal, etc.) in the coming decade. There are also financial incentives for companies to keep nuclear plants open and to capture and bury CO2 emissions underground before they can contribute to global warming. Itâs not just for corporations, though. Weâll see tax credits and rebates for individuals who buy electric vehicles or make their homes more energy efficient. These changes would, according to Senate Democrats, enable the US to cut emissions to 40% below 2005 levels by 2030. This is all incredible, but the most shocking part is Sen. Joe Manchin was involved; you might know him as the guy who just said he wouldnât support a climate bill, or as the one who hid from protestors on his yacht. Donât you just love surprises?
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BEAUTY: Stress, stress, go away, our skin needs a break today. Considering how anxious weâve all been lately, itâs a no-brainer where these new zits are coming from. The culprit hormoneâs name is cortisol, but lucky for us, there are ingredients that may help combat its effects. Introducing: microalgae oil (like this one), which protects skin by absorbing UV rays. Or try adding a gentle toner (here ya go) thatâll balance the pH of the skin barrier. Vitamin C and SPF are key, too, with a Daily Dose here to give you the best of both worlds. So before you go picking, why not go shopping instead?
EDUCATION: Itâs a California miracle. The days of getting up before the sun for school are coming to a close in the golden state. IYDK, preteens and teens need a lot of sleep to function, and getting up at the crack-of-dawn wasnât helping. Now, CA is setting the earliest start bell at 8 A.M., so over 3M students can snooze longer. Some early birds argue that when winter comes, kids will head home in the dark, which may affect after-school activities. But considering street lights exist, theyâll probably be alright.
FOOD: How char-cute-rie! Forgot a basket, the âSnackle Box'' is the perfect picnic partner. The TikTok trend uses a tackle box (yes, like the ones for fishing) to organize your fav cheeses, nuts, crackers, and fruits to make and take a board whenever, wherever. And of course, you should probably buy one that is made from FDA-approved plastic. Another cool tip: Keep it refrigerated before heading out, cause no one likes warm prosciutto, apples, and gouda.
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Todayâs R/W/L is an incredible foray into (the cute parts) of my mind. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the view! âReina, editor
READ: Prison by Any Other Name: The Harmful Consequences of Popular Reforms by Maya Schenwar and Victoria Law
This is one of the best nonfiction books Iâve ever read. It illustrates the ways in which incarceration and punishment are pervasive in our society outside of traditional jails and prisons. Iâm constantly sharing stuff Iâve learned from this book with anyone who will listen.
WATCH: Daily Gua Sha Massage Routine by Tina Engeo
Iâm famously bad at meditating, but I can get as close to inner peace as possible through certain self-care rituals. Recently, this has meant slathering facial oil all over, then using a gua sha to work it into my skin. I forget how to do it every time, though, so I follow along to this vid and probably account for 1k of the views.
LISTEN: Renaissance by Beyoncé
TBH⊠I havenât even listened yet. I am just that confident that BeyoncĂ©âs new album is going to be spectacular, so Iâm recommending it. And if you see me dancing on the subway today, mind your business.
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EXTRA FOAM
1. All the delicious deals to get during National Cheesecake Day tomorrow. đ
2. 18 years, then youâre out!
3. Daxton has arrived.
4. Who wants to be a billionaire? Ya know, before taxes.
5. This is what we really really want!
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Avocado is having a huge sale (aka putting their entire site on discount), and theyâre getting their gardening on while theyâre at it. The eco-friendly brand will plant 1 avo tree for each purchase during its annual Avocado Big Sale, which runs through August 1st. Plus, you can score 15% off sitewide (an extra 5%!) with our exclusive code NEWSETTE. Not sure what to #AddToCart? Hereâs what Maria, The Newsetteâs branded content director, and Ale, our branded content writer, are scooping:
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1. Snoozy Bath Soak with Magnesium Flakes: Taking magnesium every night is crucial for my sleep health, but I recently replaced the pills with this bath soak. Its magnesium flakes are perfect for relaxing my muscles before bedâespecially when Iâm beat after hot yoga.
2. Supercharged Reishi Body Melt: When Iâm not melting on my mat, Iâm using this hydrating body melt. It turns from a balm into an oil as I apply it, leaving my skin âšglowingâš and moisturized for days.
3. Alpaca Long Cardigan: For ultimate coziness, I finish my self-care routine with this cardigan and a cup of tea. Itâs made from 100% ethically-sourced alpaca fiber, and the Camel color matches practically everything.
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1. Wood Entryway Table: My partner and I are moving into a new apartment with a gorgeous entryway, and Iâve been eyeing this table to place right beside our front door. Itâs visually interesting and is also the perfect spot for keys and a flower vase.
2. Organic Cotton Roll Sleeve Tee: My wardrobe is already full of white t-shirts, but the soft organic cotton of this one makes it a clear winner. Plus, its roll-sleeve design means I donât have to worry about my sleeves unrolling during the day.
3. Organic Latex Pillow: Listen, Iâm now solidly in my 30s, so if I sleep on a sub-par pillow, I wake up with a stiff neck. I love the sound of this latex pillow, which is perfect for back and side sleepers (đââïž) because it offers more support. That way, I can catch Zzzs without needing to call my acupuncturist.*
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Welcome back to Flying Solo, where Iâbrand development editor Kennedy (peep the promotion!)âchronicle my travels. Since we last spoke, Iâve spent 2 glorious, albeit linguistically challenging months in Costa Rica. So, without further ado, hereâs a recap of my time in the land of pura vida.
Dispatch from Costa Rica
Baggage
1. Used hiking shoes because my old sneaks were not giving ankle support.
2. New sunnies I immediately bought after half my fav influencers sported them on IG.
3. An app that can translate text through your camera (a necessary feature for museum visits).
4. Travel-sized jars so I donât have to bring full-size skincare on weekend trips.
5. The same bag Issa Rae carried in Insecureâs final season. #ForTheCulture
Mile-High Moments
June 2, 2022: Guys⊠monkeys are wild. The capuchins at Manuel Antonio National Park (a must-see, BTW) are so used to people, that they all came out jumping and whooping at once. I thought it was cute until the tour guide explained that they put on this routine to distract visitors while other monkeys steal their stuff. I admired the hustle, but still held my fanny pack tightly while recording like 19 videos.
June 5, 2022: My aunt (a different one than last time) visited for a week of adventure sports when we werenât lounging at the all-inclusive resort. We went canyoning for the first time, and while I thought repelling down a waterfall was the definition of vibes, I got completely soaked⊠several times. We also parasailed, ziplined, and rode ATVs, but screaming my head off as the instructors dropped me down a hole was the biggest adrenaline rush of the trip.
July 23, 2022: After settling into my apartment in the capital city of San Jose, I met a local girl on Bumble BFF. I ended up joining her birthday trip to Santa Teresa with 6 other girls: 2 Germans and 4 Ticas (Costa Ricans). We clubbed and beached, but the best part by far was having discussions about our different cultures over dinner every nightâsometimes in 3 languages at once.
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What I Need to Unpack
Look, Iâm a talker. Many Costa Ricans donât speak English, and even though I donât know Spanish, I never doubted that Iâd find a way to be the social butterfly Iâve always been. I was wrong. Nine times out of 10 I was fending for myself with 10th-grade level vocab, and I quickly went from queen of gab to meek Hill.
I know this sounds very âwoe is meâ for people who live in a country with a different official language than their native one, but itâs the first time Iâve ever been a linguistic minority. I spent so many nights holed up in my room. It was baffling that I couldnât even muster the confidence to order food at a soda, but it was also irritating how quickly I rested on my economic privilege to continue being a wuss. Meaning, when I couldnât find the courage to deal with the language barrier, I spent my way out of the issueâwhether that was transport, ordering food in, or going to the private hospital where someone readily spoke English. It took weeks before I got out of this hermit-crab existence.
This whole ordeal seriously rocked my self-perception. I thought I knew who I was back home, but I didnât realize how dependent that was on my surroundings. Maybe Iâm not as extroverted or as brave as I thought. Maybe Iâm someone who easily retreats when things donât go her wayâwhich is something that has also come up in my life coaching sessions, so Iâd say yes.
Solo Survival Tip
Always ask your Airbnb host/concierge/hostel receptionist safety questions first. I try to limit the number of people who know Iâm traveling alone, and sure, this person could also be sus, but they already know Iâm a party of 1. So, I go to them for questions like, âShould I use public transportation at night?â or other things related to my solo status.
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