1. These incredible wind turbines are designed to look like trees. (video)

2. A “Good Place” Goodbye Roundtable.

3. Reading lists: 20 New and Upcoming Novels for Black History Month, and 29 Black Authors To Support During Black History Month and Beyond, and ‘Love, loss and longing’: the best books on migration, chosen by writers, and 12 Books to Read Instead of “American Dirt”, and 25 Must Read Books For Black History Month. In related news, 5 Science-Backed Reasons ‘Getting Lost in a Book’ is Good for You.

4. Handpan by Yuki Koshimoto.

4. The Photograph Interviews. “Issa Rae, Lakeith Stanfield, Lil Rel, Y’Lan Noel, Chante Adams, and Stella Meghie sit down with Xilla Valentine to discuss their new movie The PHOTOGRAPH. They talk about the complexities of Black Love, Parenting, How the Oscars don’t see Black Actors and the $200 Date.”

5. Yoshiko Jinzenji: 76-Year-Old Japanese Quilt Artist Built Her Own 4,300-Square-Feet Kitchen House.

6. The Buddhist Roots of Hatha Yoga. “Purists discourage mixing traditions, but research reveals that the origins of one of today’s most popular Indian practices aren’t so clear-cut.”

7. ‘Horse Girl’ is Netflix’s new mind-bending pyschodrama film out today.

8. I Wrote a Song Using Only Hate Comments 2. “Don’t be a troll. Get out from under your bridge and make someone smile:) Here is a part 2 to my previous video I Wrote a Song Using Only Hate Comments.”

9. Miniature Tree Houses for Houseplants.

10. Vibrant Quilts Honor Black Men and Women Whose Stories Were Forgotten or Overlooked.

11. Lidia Yuknavitch on Frankenstein, Incarceration, and Overcoming Creative Blocks. “The Author of Verge on the Advice That Always Helps Her.”

12. A New Film in Pastel Animates the Viral Tragicomedy Tune ‘Dinosaurs in Love’.

13. Recipe I want to try: Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars.

14. Like A Boss – Official Trailer (2020).

15. 72 Reading Nooks Perfect For When You Need To Escape This World. This post is three years old and I’m sure I already shared it at least once, but yes please!

16. Boy, 13, Cries Upon Learning His Dream Puppy Is A Gift From His Late Father Who Planned It All.

17. 10 New Queer Shows to Stream This February.

18. Adorable Wool-Felted Creatures Look Like They Belong in a Magical Woodland.

19. Deep Focus playlist on Spotify.

20. I’m an Introvert, and I’ve Always Felt a Deep Connection With Animals.

21. Three Of The Most Dangerous Downsides Of Dieting on Dances with Fat. In related news, Comebacks To Shut Down Fatphobia – Part Three.

22. The Honest Guide to Mindfulness on Zen Habits.

23. White Supremacy Culture, a page of resources.

24. Land Artist Surprises Beach Goers By Leaving Striking Stone Arrangements Along the Coast.

25. Meditation for Beginners: 20 Practical Tips for Understanding the Mind on Zen Habits.

26. You Can Now Send Compassionate Texts to Random Strangers—And Get Them in Return—Thanks to New Project.

1. Raveena: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert. Also, H.E.R.: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert. If I had to name my favorite kind of music, it would be called something like “Dreamy R&B.” In related news, H.E.R. just released a new single and it’s my new favorite song.

2. diana yevtukh ‘heals’ scarred trees with intricate embroidered artworks.

3. The Good Place was groundbreaking TV. Did its finale measure up? I watched, and the ending gutted me, in the best possible way.

4. 15-Minute, Completely Seated Chair Yoga Practice.

5. Comebacks To Shut Down Fatphobia – Part Two from Dances with Fat.

6. In U.S., Library Visits Outpaced Trips to Movies in 2019.

7. 29-day challenge from Austin Kleon, (it’s a leap year, 29 days in February!).

8. For millions, Chinese internet star Li Ziqi’s videos of her tranquil rural life are a calming escape. (video) This is my new favorite Instagram account — so peaceful!

9. Reading lists! Read These 12 Books If You Want To #StayWoke This Black History Month, and 14 Upcoming Queer Books to Get You Through to Summer, and 14 Contemporary Books By Native American Writers To Get Excited About, and 18 New Books About The Immigrant Experience That Aren’t ‘American Dirt’.

10. White Suffragettes Chose White Supremacy Over Collective Liberation. In related news, The 19th Amendment Did Not Give All Women The Right To Vote.

11. Tanka and Niman Ranch Partner to Assist in the Economic Revitalization on Pine Ridge.

12. ‘The Photograph’ Writer Reveals Film Is Based On Her Grandmother Who Had A Daughter She Hadn’t Seen In 30 Years.

13. Recipe I want to try: Marshmallow Buttercream. Although, it might be too sweet for even me, as my favorite buttercreams are equal parts butter and cream cheese with just enough powdered sugar to sweeten.

14. Antiques Roadshow guest collapses over watch’s value. “David, who purchased the Rolex in 1974 for $345, fell to the floor after learning its value.”

15. Artist Cuts Elaborate Designs With Astounding Details From Single Sheets of Paper.

16. 3 Things To Consider When Asking Yourself “Should I Quit My Job?”

17. NPR Music’s Top 10 Albums Of January.

18. 3-year-old sings heartbreaking song about ‘Dinosaurs in Love.’

19. Something’s more interesting than this from Seth Godin.

20. Toxic positivity: The emotional toll of trying to be happy all the time.

21. What I Gained When I Stopped Trying to Lose Weight.

22. How the Choreographer Behind “Single Ladies” Creates Iconic Dance Moves from Great Big Story, (video). “If you’ve performed Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies” routine at home in front of the mirror (and you know you have), it’s time you met the man behind these iconic moves. His name is JaQuel Knight, and he is a choreographer and image architect who works with superstars: Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Pharrell Williams, Jennifer Lopez… the list goes on. Knight’s visual stylings can turn a hit song into a pop culture phenomenon. One constant in Knight’s choreography? He makes a portion of each routine accessible, so we can all get up and dance.”