August 05, 2020 - If there was ever a year where we needed a little help with calming anxiety, becoming more mindful, and taking care of our well-being—2020 would be it. Practicing meditation on a regular, if not daily, basis can help reduce stress, promote focus, concentration, and improve sleep.  Here are 10 of the best meditation and mindfulness apps to help you cope with stress, anxiety, and just...everyday life. 

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August 05, 2020 - Drinking and collecting wine can be an expensive hobby, but with a few simple tricks, you can cut down your cost and save money on wine. There are plenty of ways to save money when buying wine online beyond keeping an eye out for the occasional sale. If you're looking to keep your wine supply fresh without maxing out your credit card, here's our round-up of top money-saving tips for buying wine online.

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July 31, 2020 - Listen up Knock Fans! If you’re into great tunes with great vibes, then you’ve gotta check out the new single from our friend (and KnockFan) Andrew McMahon! With a name like “Get On My Wave,” it couldn’t work much better with our Southern California roots. Crank those speakers, put this jam on, and let the good vibes roll!

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July 24, 2020 - Capturing one-in-a-million moments is how marine cinematographer Kyle McBurnie bridges marine science and people. They don’t come easily though, and putting in time at sea is often punctuated by extreme highs and extreme lows. The payoff? Sights few on earth will ever see with their own eyes, and footage that earns you a spread in National Geographic.

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July 24, 2020 - Being based in San Diego, one of the partnerships we’re most proud of is with our hometown Major League Baseball club. Since 2012 we’ve partnered with the San Diego Padres to do, what has become, our signature “Friarknocks” giveaway. These special shades have become highly coveted by hardcore Knock Fans and Padres fans because they are not available for purchase—only way to scoop them up is by coming out to the old ball game!

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July 13, 2020 - If you're feeling restless, stressed, or generally unsettled by the current state of affairs, try taking a step back. Aim to create a home environment that's positive, calming, and productive (but don't be afraid to kick back and put your feet up now and then). There are loads of ways to practice self-care to achieve mental well-being. These are a few of our top picks.

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July 12, 2020 - Tent camping isn’t for everyone. We get it. Why sleep on the ground outside when you have a perfectly warm bed inside? But there’s something about waking up surrounded by nothing but the peace and quiet of nature that really can’t be experienced any other way than camping. Thankfully, there’s good news for you anti-campers out there – you can stay in a yurt instead!

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July 09, 2020 - Maybe you're a regular gym-goer missing hitting the treadmill, or perhaps you've put on a few lockdown pounds thanks to one too many Netflix binges (guilty) and are looking to get back into shape. With social distancing measures still in place, it'll be a minute before the gyms open back up (or before you feel comfortable going to one). But just because you're stuck indoors doesn't mean you can't meet your fitness goals. There are dozens of ways to workout from the comfort of your living room.

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June 18, 2020 - For many of us, the gym is our ‘happy place,’ a part of our daily routines, a place to help us unwind, and a place where we achieve health and fitness goals. And although gyms are slowly starting to re-open across the globe, you might not feel comfortable returning to ‘normal’ quite yet. Luckily, there are still plenty of exercises you can do at home or outside that are just as effective as using gym equipment.

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June 16, 2020 - What better time than right now to learn a new skill or explore a new subject? Maybe you’re someone who loves learning, perhaps you’ve always wanted to get into a new hobby but never got around to it, you could be searching for a change in career, or maybe you’re just bored! Here are some of the coolest, most interesting courses you can take for free online right now.

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