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By Jerry Mooney, Lila Eidi and Brian McKay

Solar Makes More Sense Than Ever Before
Solar Makes More Sense Than Ever Before

One of our founders tells the zenruption team why now is the Golden Age of solar.

When Winning Is Losing
When Winning Is Losing

WHEN JERRY OPTED FOR A LOW-KEY HANG WITH HIS GIRLFRIEND, HE THOUGHT HE WAS WINNING ON VALENTINE’S DAY. UNTIL AN UNEXPECTED “GRAND PRIZE” RUINED EVERYTHING.

By Jerry Mooney

When Sherry Said Yes to the Dress: A Sister’s Magical Act of Kindness Reminds Us There is Good in the World This Holiday Season
When Sherry Said Yes to the Dress: A Sister’s Magical Act of Kindness Reminds Us There is Good in the World This Holiday Season

The idea that is America will always be defined by our compassion.

by Zoe Zorka

Staying Sober: By Any Means
Staying Sober: By Any Means

zenruption is very fortunate to publish the journey of Tricia Moceo as part of National Addiction Recovery Month.

Traits Mindful Men Seek When Dating
Traits Mindful Men Seek When Dating

What are the traits mindful men look for when dating?

By Jerry Mooney

6 Surprise Practices to Boost Your Self-Confidence!
6 Surprise Practices to Boost Your Self-Confidence!

Self confidence is key to success and happiness in life. These tips can help build it.

by Cassandra Worthy

The Turning Point is Here
The Turning Point is Here

Younger generations are showing us what happens when the pendulum swings back.

by Brian McKay

I Don’t Want to Be Black Anymore
I Don’t Want to Be Black Anymore

No more.

by Jordan LeRoy Holt

What Is Net Neutrality and Why is Everyone Talking About it?
What Is Net Neutrality and Why is Everyone Talking About it?

Given all the recent attention to it, net neutrality might seem like something new, but it has actually been a subject of debate for several decades.

By Carla

zenrupt Boise
The Best Part of Treefort Came Courtesy of My Daughter
The Best Part of Treefort Came Courtesy of My Daughter

It really is a festival for everyone.

by Brian McKay

Treefort-Alefort
Treefort-Alefort

Treefort’s Alefort is the best beerfest I’ve been to since Oktoberfest in Munich.

By Jerry Mooney

Treefort-Solar Roadways
Treefort-Solar Roadways

After years of following and writing about solar roadways for years, I got the opportunity to meet Scott and Julie Brusaw.

By Jerry Mooney

Storyfort-Adaptable
Storyfort-Adaptable

Treefort Music Fest hosts not only music but several forts including Storyfort.

By Lila Eidi

Why a Downtown Festival Like Treefort Works Well in a City Like Boise
Why a Downtown Festival Like Treefort Works Well in a City Like Boise

On any given day, Boise is a bustling and vibrant city with people filling downtown sidewalks on their way to work, play or sitting at an outdoor cafe enjoying a coffee or cocktail.

By Lila Eidi

Treefort-Building A Future In Today's Music Industry
Treefort-Building A Future In Today's Music Industry

Micheal Bunnell of the Boise Record Exchange, is Executive Director and a founding member of the Coalition of Independent Record Stores (CIMS) and Making Vinyl moderated a panel of four additional music insiders at Trailhead in Boise…

By Jerry Mooney

Treefort: Pure First Night Rad
Treefort: Pure First Night Rad
Foodfort: Totally Wasted!
Foodfort: Totally Wasted!

Nothing exasperates me up more than waste.

By Lila Eidi

East Forest kicks off the 5-Day Treefort Music Festival with a Message of Intention
East Forest kicks off the 5-Day Treefort Music Festival with a Message of Intention

A full Moon, an equinox and an intention. That was the backdrop as the Treefort Festival officially launched Wednesday night with East Forest at El Korah Shrine.

By Lila Eidi

Treefort-East Forest, Om And Ram Dass
Treefort-East Forest, Om And Ram Dass

Lila Eidi and I attended East Forest at the El Korah Shrine. This was a psychedelic series of  meditations with intentions as well as music and guidance.

By Jerry Mooney

zenruptpolitics
Getting Your Kids Into Politics 101
Getting Your Kids Into Politics 101

So much is on the line now for the upcoming generations.

by Brian McKay

2018 Skiers’ Guide: Climate Change and the Farmers’ Almanac
2018 Skiers’ Guide: Climate Change and the Farmers’ Almanac

The seasons have started to change: The days are getting shorter, and the weather is getting colder.

By WM Chandler

How Do You Know that Your Local Politician Cares About You
How Do You Know that Your Local Politician Cares About You

Politicians can often say one thing and do another. It’s best to know where they really stand.

by McKenzie Stalkenburg

Individual Action in the Climate Change Movement
Individual Action in the Climate Change Movement

Climate change has been a newsworthy topic for decades now, for reasons that are hardly surprising.

By Danika McClure

Why Do Politicians Choose Hypocrisy Over Integrity?
Why Do Politicians Choose Hypocrisy Over Integrity?

Are they there to serve us or to serve themselves.

by Sharon Jones

How Do You Decide Who To Vote For In Elections?
How Do You Decide Who To Vote For In Elections?

Voting is one of our most important duties. Know how to do the research.

by Sharon Jones

It’s Not About Tariffs for a Win. It’s About Trump’s Ego and Ignorance.
It’s Not About Tariffs for a Win. It’s About Trump’s Ego and Ignorance.

No one wins a zero-sum game, and this is as zero-sum as it gets.

by Brian McKay

Surely You Must be Shitting Me
Surely You Must be Shitting Me

The media’s Trump supporter narrative is all wrong. It’s just about fear.

by Brian McKay

What Is Groundwater Contamination and How Can It Be Prevented?
What Is Groundwater Contamination and How Can It Be Prevented?

For many, groundwater serves as their main source of clean, potable water.

By Dave Baca

 

Low-Income Minority Populations Disproportionately Affected By Disease
Low-Income Minority Populations Disproportionately Affected By Disease

Although life expectancies have gone up significantly in the United States over the last few centuries, health disparities still exist in a number of communities.

By Danika McClure

zenruptbusiness
How to Keep your Fleet Safe and Operational
How to Keep your Fleet Safe and Operational

If you are running a company that delivers goods to customers or wholesalers, it is important that you manage your fleet efficiently and avoid problems.

Maintaining Good Working Relationships With Your Staff
Maintaining Good Working Relationships With Your Staff

If you’re a business owner with staff working for you, then you’ll need to actively work towards developing a sound working relationship with your team.

Everything You Need To Know About Buying A Business
Everything You Need To Know About Buying A Business

Buying a business, rather than starting up your own from scratch, is a good option because you’re taking over an operation that’s already generating cash flow and profits.

Everything You Need To Know About Outsourcing
Everything You Need To Know About Outsourcing

When it comes to running your business efficiently, it can take a while for you to work out what works best. It may be the case that outsourcing works out very well for you.

Everything You Need to Set Up Your First Business Office
Everything You Need to Set Up Your First Business Office

Setting up an office-based business is about more than a computer, a few paperclips and a filing cabinet.

Be The Best To Beat The Best In Business
Be The Best To Beat The Best In Business

When you have stiff competition, you might wonder how you are ever going to gain any customers from other companies just like your own.

How to Utilize Global Talent for Your Small Business
How to Utilize Global Talent for Your Small Business

The world is getting smaller and, with so many more ways to communicate and work together around the globe, businesses are no longer confined to their locality when finding the best talent.

Smart Ways To Start Growing Your Business More Speedily
Smart Ways To Start Growing Your Business More Speedily

Every eager entrepreneur wants to grow their business as quickly as possible, but it’s crucial not to run before you can walk.

How to Make a Great Office Party
How to Make a Great Office Party

Even though work gatherings are called parties, most employees often dread these events and only attend them because they feel obligated to.

By Mia Taylor

3 Best Ways to Boost Your Business
3 Best Ways to Boost Your Business

When you are planning to start your own business, it is not an easy thing to do because it is not only about starting a new business, but it is about boosting it and taking it to the next level.

by McKenzie Stalkenburg

zenruptmoney
How To Make Money Online In Genuine Ways
How To Make Money Online In Genuine Ways

The term “make money online” is one that’s thrown around constantly these days.

About 10 years ago it was assumed that everything containing these words was simply a scam - but, then when you look at these types of ads (remember these?) then it’s hardly surprising that people were skeptical.

by Jerry Mooney

3 Reasons 2019 Is a Great Year to Buy Bitcoin
3 Reasons 2019 Is a Great Year to Buy Bitcoin

Is 2019 a good year to buy Bitcoin?

By Lauren Webber

Odd One Out: So You Don't Want A House?
Odd One Out: So You Don't Want A House?

What is right for you? Buying a home or renting?

by Brian McKay

Why Should you Purchase the Latest Medical Equipment with a Loan?
Why Should you Purchase the Latest Medical Equipment with a Loan?

Medical equipment comes at substantial costs.

by Alma Causey

What is the Average Cost for Garage Door Repair?
What is the Average Cost for Garage Door Repair?

A garage is the largest moving object in your house. On top of that, there are several times that a garage opens and closes. Naturally, the odds of damage crawl, calling for the need for a garage door repair.

by Alma Causey

5 Tips For Optimizing Your Spending
5 Tips For Optimizing Your Spending

Spending money is a fact of life. There’s no way around doing it.

By Tyler Pool

Quantum Finance Australia offer a range of services
Quantum Finance Australia offer a range of services

There are basically two ways of financing construction.

By Imala Green

Frequent Flyer Points and First Class Travel
Frequent Flyer Points and First Class Travel

More than just being fun, travelling is also a great way to learn more about what the world has to offer.

By Haris Quintana

Why Financial Stability Is All About The Long Game
Why Financial Stability Is All About The Long Game

What are some simple and effective strategies when investing money?

Reasons To Consider A Project Management Apprenticeship
Reasons To Consider A Project Management Apprenticeship

What are the benefits of taking a project management apprenticeship?

zenrupttech
How To Keep Up With The Ever Changing Tech Industry
How To Keep Up With The Ever Changing Tech Industry

Current technology trends show a preference for user-centric tools and devices. This includes technology that incorporates learning, such as AI and Machine Learning, to provide a personalized user experience.

By Anastasia Stefanuk

3 Ways Board Portal Software Can Help Your Company Today
3 Ways Board Portal Software Can Help Your Company Today

Competition is fierce in today’s corporate climate, with everyone constantly looking for tactical advantages over rivals.

By Lauren Webber

8 Ideas to get more downloads for your app
8 Ideas to get more downloads for your app

What is the purpose of creating an app? The primary reason that led you to its creation was to have another channel for interacting with your customers, correct?

by Alma Causey

Everything You Need To Know About Geoengineering
Everything You Need To Know About Geoengineering

Climate change is a difficult subject to discuss.

The Biggest Tech Breakthroughs In Addiction Treatment in 2018
The Biggest Tech Breakthroughs In Addiction Treatment in 2018

It’s no secret that America is facing an addiction crisis.

By Matthew Boyle

Digital Natives And Domestic Spying
Digital Natives And Domestic Spying

When Snowden revealed that the US government was spying on American citizens there was a divided response:

By Jerry Mooney

The Only SEO Guide You'll Need to Optimize Your Website and Rank in Google (Plus 47 Expert Tips)
The Only SEO Guide You'll Need to Optimize Your Website and Rank in Google (Plus 47 Expert Tips)

Every new year brings new goals, trends, and fads. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies should look completely different than they did five years ago. 

By Ben Hanzel

6 Ways to Simplify Cloud Backup for Your Business
6 Ways to Simplify Cloud Backup for Your Business

Backing up your business data in the cloud is not an easy thing to do.

By Dayna Lutz

5 Reasons to Use a Cloud-Based Computer System
5 Reasons to Use a Cloud-Based Computer System

As a business, you’ll already know the importance that technology has on the way you operate on a daily basis. Without it, the chances are slim that you’d be where you are today.

By Katie Johnson

How Your Personal Data is Being Commodified Right Now
How Your Personal Data is Being Commodified Right Now

It was a natural consequence of inventing the internet that as soon as the general public got on it, they would want to fill it with their stuff.

By Nigel Hilton

zenruptlife
Look Stunning in Pregnancy – Best Tips and Tricks
Look Stunning in Pregnancy – Best Tips and Tricks

During pregnancy, your entire life along with your body will be changing. However, on that road, you shouldn't stop loving and cherishing your personal style just as you did pre-baby.

By Lauren Webber

Look Amazing on the Beach - Small Fashion Hacks
Look Amazing on the Beach - Small Fashion Hacks

Preparations for the beach season start at different times for different people.

By Lauren Webber

How To Create A Completely Self-Sufficient Home
How To Create A Completely Self-Sufficient Home

Increasing concerns about the environment have inspired a lot of people to start building self-sufficient homes.

Wedding Bouquets - Beautiful Trends For 2019
Wedding Bouquets - Beautiful Trends For 2019

In 2018, the wedding industry saw big changes in wedding flower arrangements. Wedding bouquets were very big, (physically).

By Lauren Webber

Powerful Daily Routine for a Healthy Lifestyle
Powerful Daily Routine for a Healthy Lifestyle

The majority of successful people will unquestionably agree that a powerful daily routine is the key to success when it comes to embracing a healthy lifestyle.

By Mia Taylor

4 Reasons to Turn to Vaping
4 Reasons to Turn to Vaping

There are many benefits to vaping over smoking.

by Shona James

Emerging Europe: The 5 Happiest, Healthiest, and Most Prosperous Nations in The World
Emerging Europe: The 5 Happiest, Healthiest, and Most Prosperous Nations in The World

Over the past decade, a tidal wave of change has occurred.

By Lina Martinez

Signs You Need A New Mattress
Signs You Need A New Mattress

There can be many signs that you need a new mattress which should not be ignored.

by Paige Jirsa

Best Gifts for Mother’s Day
Best Gifts for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is the perfect time of the year to surprise your mother with a gift she’d love.

By Lauren Webber

Everything You Should Ask a New Landlord
Everything You Should Ask a New Landlord

Everything You Should Ask a New Landlord

By Armand Levitz

zenspiration
Habits of well-being- How mindfulness helps us to live our life fully?
Habits of well-being- How mindfulness helps us to live our life fully?

In the journey of life, complications, pressure, and difficulties go side by side. Remembering the present moment is a must.

by Alycia Gordan

When Winning Is Losing
When Winning Is Losing

When Jerry opted for a low-key hang with his girlfriend, he thought he was winning on Valentine’s Day.

By Jerry Mooney

Your Guide to the Art of Escapism
Your Guide to the Art of Escapism

It's fine to admit to ourselves sometimes that real life can be a bit of a drag.

By Sharon Jones

Should I Raise My Child to Be Vegan if I Am?
Should I Raise My Child to Be Vegan if I Am?

Many people are skeptical about parents that decide to raise their children on a vegan or strict vegetarian diet.

By W. M. Chandler

When Sherry Said Yes to the Dress: A Sister’s Magical Act of Kindness Reminds Us There is Good in the World This Holiday Season
When Sherry Said Yes to the Dress: A Sister’s Magical Act of Kindness Reminds Us There is Good in the World This Holiday Season

The idea that is America will always be defined by our compassion.

by Zoe Zorka

Staying Sober: By Any Means
Staying Sober: By Any Means

zenruption is very fortunate to publish the journey of Tricia Moceo as part of National Addiction Recovery Month.

5 Ways to Make Fasting More Manageable
5 Ways to Make Fasting More Manageable

Spiritual growth is one of the most important pursuits of some people.

By Amjad Irshaidat

The ABC Of Zen!
The ABC Of Zen!

Feel relax with the shoulders back, no more self-chatting questions polluting your mind.

Emily Watson

Traits Mindful Men Seek When Dating
Traits Mindful Men Seek When Dating

What are the traits mindful men look for when dating?

By Jerry Mooney

6 Surprise Practices to Boost Your Self-Confidence!
6 Surprise Practices to Boost Your Self-Confidence!

Self confidence is key to success and happiness in life. These tips can help build it.

by Cassandra Worthy