the wellness onion journal

explore self-care rituals + sustainable living tips: one layer at a time

5 Honest Lessons Learned When Mom Became My First Employee

5 Honest Lessons Learned When Mom Became My First Employee

Picture this: you're starting your own eco-product manufacturing and e-commerce company, and in a bold move, you hire your mom as your first employee, your number two.  I'm sharing five life lessons learned from the rollercoaster ride of running a family business with my mom/b.f.f. by my side. Strap in, folks, and get ready for some retrospective wisdom served up with a side of gratitude for Mother’s Day.
May 10, 2024 — Brienne Derosier
The Best Sustainable Yoga Products of 2024

Wellness Product Roundup: Best Sustainable Yoga Accessories of 2024

We've rounded up sustainable yoga props that beautifully marry functionality, comfort, and environmental responsibility. From yoga mats made of natural materials to fitness props designed for durability and eco-friendliness, the options are both diverse and inspiring. Check them out here...
January 05, 2024 — Team Mache
2023 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide: Align your Shopping List with your Holistic Values

2023 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide: Align your Shopping List with your Holistic Values

As we step into the holiday season, a time synonymous with gifting and indulgence, it is an exceptional time to take a brief moment to align your shopping choices with the "Wellness Onion" principles. In doing so, you may notice a significant up-tick in your holiday spirit as you contribute directly, and meaningfully, towards healthier living and a greener planet.
October 11, 2023 — Team Mache
See Through Greenwashing | An Interview with Agreenably

See Through Greenwashing Marketing Tactics with Agreenably

The wellness community is increasingly seeking sustainable and ethical products to align their buying practices with their values. In this pursuit, many face the challenge of distinguishing genuine sustainability from deceptive greenwashing tactics. Join us as we delve into the world of sustainability, the origins of greenwashing, and how tech is empowering conscious consumers to shop responsibly.
September 16, 2023 — Team Mache
Interview with Yoga Exchange: The Ultimate Resource for Yoga Teachers

Interview with Yoga Exchange: The Ultimate Resource for Yoga Teachers

We are thrilled to bring you an exclusive Q&A with Yoga Exchange, the ultimate resource for yoga teachers who are looking to elevate their teaching game. Yoga Exchange was founded...
May 18, 2023 — Team Mache
Yoga Teacher Toolkit: Supporting Your Yoga Teaching Journey

Yoga Teacher Toolkit: Supporting Your Yoga Teaching Journey

As yoga teachers, we put in a lot of effort to create a meaningful and impactful practice for our students. We spend hours upon hours developing sequences, studying philosophy, and...
May 10, 2023 — Team Mache
Penelope Dullaghan Cosmos Illustration for Mache

Conversation with Illustrator Penelope Dullaghan

Penelope Dullaghan is an award-winning illustrator and picture book maker living with her family in Indianapolis, Indiana. Her work is a balance of simplicity, brilliant color, texture and heart. She gets inspired...
January 30, 2023 — Brienne Derosier
Illustrator Harmony Willow Hansen Interview

Conversation with Illustrator Harmony Willow

Harmony Willow is an illustrator in Brooklyn, NY. True to her name, Harmony loves creating artwork that connects with people in a positive, healthy way. She strives hard to include everyone in...
January 30, 2023 — Brienne Derosier
wellness design brands: Mache, Walden, Ananday, Lune Active, and Komuso

Sustainable Product Round-Up: 2023 Wellness Toolkit

Here at Mache, we are always on the lookout for sustainable, well-designed products for ourselves and for our eco-conscious customers. With over 16 years in wellness design, from interiors to...
January 17, 2023 — Team Mache
Artist Allie Lyon Interview

Conversation with Artist Allie Lyon

Allie Lyon is an abstract artist and meditation/movement teacher based in Portland, Oregon. Allie’s lifelong experience with chronic aura migraines has inspired her abstract artwork, and her yoga nidra and...
December 13, 2022 — Brienne Derosier