On The + Side: Free Trees, New Emojis and Hercules

Welcome back to our latest edition of On The + Side, your weekly dose of all things positive. We know that times can feel tough, so we aim to share the stories that bring us joy and other resources to help you cope in this time.

Positive Focus

From emojis to magical moments, we bring you some uplifting news that is sure to bring a smile to your face.

• The Energy Saving Trees Program is back, and you can order up to TWO free trees online for maximum energy savings. How does it work? Check out their site for more information and to order your free trees today!
• More than 200 new emojis are on the way in 2021. These emojis include some more inclusive options, along with two broken hearts and others that will capture the feelings of 2020.
• Winter Park has launched a Curbside to Go initiative with dedicated pickup zones to encourage social distancing while promoting local restaurants. Learn more and find out who’s participating.
• Several Disney on Broadway stars performed a virtual rendition of I Can Go The Distance from Disney’s Hercules as part of a national conference. Now, you can hear this #DisneyMagicMoment for yourself on the Disney blog!

Wellness Boosts

Wellness begins from the inside out. We tackle healthier food options, healing ways to move your body and more in this week’s Wellness Boosts.

• Let’s face it: everyone’s favorite mealtime is snack time. Check out these delicious high-protein snack options for the next time you’re a little hangry!
• September is National Yoga Month, but you can enjoy the benefits of this practice all year long. This article shares the most restorative yoga poses for alleviating stress – something we could all benefit from.
• In the pandemic, many are experiencing mental health issues for the first time and don’t know where to begin. This guide shares tips for those who are struggling right now.

For the most up-to-date guidelines on taking care of yourself during this global pandemic, visit the CDC’s website.

Additional Resources

Whether you’re looking to learn something new or simply in need of that cuteness overload, we’ve got your back. Check out our additional resources to help you through the week.

• For your dose of adorable animal footage, one mailman in Sao Paolo takes selfies with every animal he meets. He has even rescued a few that he has found in dire situations. Check out the photos for an instant awwww.
• Looking to shop local? Check out this list of 100 Orlando-based black creatives and entrepreneurs you should get to know ASAP.
• For kids interested in coding, Scratch is a free site designed by MIT that allows you to program your own interactive stories and think creatively. (This may be a fun learning opportunity for adults, too!)
• From recognizing the red flags to minimizing its effects, we go into detail in our guest article with The Financially Independent Millennial on how to protect yourself against identity theft.
• Refinancing a loan can do a lot of good, but understanding when it’s the right time to refinance can be fuzzy. Join us for a free webinar on All Things Refinance this Wednesday, September 30, at 6 p.m. You can register here.

We’ll be back next week with more positive stories and resources to make this time a little easier for everyone. To get notifications when we post a new issue, subscribe to On The + Side.

For the latest COVID-19 updates from Addition Financial, please visit our response page.