Printfresh Mag

Making and maintaining adult friendships is tough, even for the most extroverted among us. However, having quality relationships can make a huge difference in our mental health. In honor of the month of love, we’re offering up some tips on how to make space for more friend love this year. 

It may seem trivial, but introducing a mindfulness practice into your daily routine is a simple and surprisingly effective way to practice self-care. There have been countless scientific studies that look at how mindfulness and meditation can help with depression, anxiety and a variety of health issues. And even if you're not looking for elaborate health benefits, it's an easy way to start focusing on positivity and learn to better appreciate the amazing little things that make your life beautiful.

The holiday season is here, and for me that means more entertaining. I love having family gather in my home, but I try not to go overboard with party prep. I’m always in search of recipes that are simple to make, don’t require me to spend a lot of time in the kitchen and will please both children and adults. I also love a good brunch – so this year I’m excited to try a brunch charcuterie board. 

One of the things I look forward to most about the cooler weather is baking - specifically with apples. My mom has always made amazing apple pies and my best friend, Tamara, is the queen of intuitive baking. Using them both as inspirations, I was able to find a delicious apple crisp recipe that did not disappoint.

Printfresh founder Amy is a big believer in self-care. She, along with some of our PF Mag readers share their best summer self-care tips and what they are thinking about with regards to self-care this summer.

Read anything good lately? It’s a common topic of conversation at the Printfresh office, as many of us are known for our internet deep dives. Amy especially loves a good research project (no matter what the topic). Since we’re constantly sharing articles, news and books that spark interest – we thought it was about time we shared a few with you.

Yes, drinking water, exercising and getting seven hours of sleep are all important for managing stress, anxiety and balance - but lately our Founder, Amy, has been wondering if there’s a more fun way to enjoy an anxiety-free, good night’s sleep. Lately, she’s been curious about the benefits of CBD. This curiosity led her to find Amanda Goetz , founder of House of Wise, a company that sells high-quality CBD products.