Happy Wednesday {{first_name|my friend}},

Bumblebees might be the last animals you’d expect to play with toys. Researchers gave them tiny wooden balls, and what they did without any food reward is pretty fascinating.

Vampire squid live in deep ocean waters where oxygen is scarce. They use two long, sticky filaments to collect “marine snow,” the bits of dead plankton and other organic material drifting down from above.

When threatened, they can fold their webbed arms over their body or release a cloud of glowing mucus to distract predators. Those adaptations help them survive in a part of the ocean most animals couldn't tolerate.

I’ve been traveling while working on a new film, and it’s a reminder of how easily our usual routines can get thrown off when we're away from home. Hydration is always a main focus, especially while in airports and hotels.

Whether you’re packing for a trip or finishing a sweaty workout, LMNT is a simple option to have on hand.

After sweating, rehydrating means replacing lost fluids and electrolytes. LMNT brings together sodium, potassium, and magnesium in a drink mix with no added sugar. The individual packets are easy to tuck into a carry-on, camera bag, or gym bag. Just mix with water.

Travel days and workout days can look very different, but having something portable makes it easier to keep hydration part of the routine.

You can explore the flavors here, and if you’d like to try a few before choosing a favorite, you’ll get a sample pack with eight flavors included with your drink mix.

Take a look at LMNT and the sample pack.

TULSI (HOLY BASIL): An aromatic herb used in Ayurveda and often described as an adaptogen for its potential to help the body cope with stress. Studies suggest benefits for stress and sleep.

If your skin gets dry and your nose or throat feels irritated as the weather cools, check the air in your home. Low humidity can contribute to all three.

Inside the ECL community, I go further into choosing a humidifier, which water to use, and a cleaning routine to keep mold and mineral buildup out of the device. Head in if you’re already a member, or join us for the full guide.

To a healing future,

— Rob