Self-Care Tips
The Scripting Manifestation Technique Literally Lets You Draw Up Your Dream Life—Here's How To Practice It in 4 Steps
May 13, 2021
The Scripting Manifestation Technique Literally Lets You Draw Up Your Dream Life—Here's How To Practice It in 4 Steps
When it comes to mindfulness practices like manifestation, many folks who don't enjoy an expansive…
By Francesca Krempa
Here's How the 3 Dual Signs of the Zodiac Balance Their Double Nature
May 11, 2021
Here's How the 3 Dual Signs of the Zodiac Balance Their Double Nature
Do you find yourself with duality problems? A back-and-forth nature? You may be one of…
By Mary Grace Garis
The 'FITT' Formula Is the Easiest Way To Find the Right Exercise for Your Body
May 06, 2021
The 'FITT' Formula Is the Easiest Way To Find the Right Exercise for Your Body
Even though exercise is an excellent way to reduce anxiety and depression, if you're anxious…
By Allie Flinn
To Bridge the Mental Health Resources Divide, CVS Launches Mental Health Counseling in Stores
May 04, 2021
To Bridge the Mental Health Resources Divide, CVS Launches Mental Health Counseling in Stores
Finding a therapist can be tricky. And navigating your insurance to cover that therapist can…
By Kara Jillian Brown
4 Steps To Use Exposure Therapy To Ease Yourself Into Post-Pandemic Life
April 29, 2021
4 Steps To Use Exposure Therapy To Ease Yourself Into Post-Pandemic Life
Ready or not, pandemic restrictions are lifting, and the notion of getting back to "normal"…
By Mary Grace Garis
Here's How To Ace a Remote Job Interview—Because Zoom Isn't Going Anywhere
April 28, 2021
Here's How To Ace a Remote Job Interview—Because Zoom Isn't Going Anywhere
It's been a year since the physical office was phased out, and it's still going…
By Mary Grace Garis
What Does It Mean To 'Flourish'? 38,000 People Are Taking This Free Ivy League Course About Scientifically Living Your Best Life
April 27, 2021
What Does It Mean To 'Flourish'? 38,000 People Are Taking This Free Ivy League Course About Scientifically Living Your Best Life
The concept of flourishing is a hard one to wrap one's head around after the…
By Saanya Ali
This Is How To Stimulate Your Own Pressure Points for Tension Relief, According to an Integrative Medical Specialist
April 27, 2021
This Is How To Stimulate Your Own Pressure Points for Tension Relief, According to an Integrative Medical Specialist
Few things are more relaxing than getting a massage. Whether that means a doe-eyed plea…
By Saanya Ali
Stress Management Is About More Than Relaxation—It Changes Your Body on a Cellular Level
April 26, 2021
Stress Management Is About More Than Relaxation—It Changes Your Body on a Cellular Level
People who manage stress sleep better, get sick less often, and maintain a healthier gut.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Stressed and Anxious That You're Not Exercising? Science Says You're Not Alone
April 23, 2021
Stressed and Anxious That You're Not Exercising? Science Says You're Not Alone
So, you're trying to reduce stress and anxiety by exercising... but you’re so stressed and…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
The Happiest Year of Life Happens in Your 30s—Here's Why
April 20, 2021
The Happiest Year of Life Happens in Your 30s—Here's Why
For decades, the narrative has been that your younger years are your happiest. That there's…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Jennifer Hudson's Minimalist Skin-Care Routine Centers on This Multitasking Product
April 17, 2021
Jennifer Hudson's Minimalist Skin-Care Routine Centers on This Multitasking Product
For singer and actor Jennifer Hudson, self care is been all about getting back to…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Why You Should Always Take a Warm Shower Before Bed
April 16, 2021
Why You Should Always Take a Warm Shower Before Bed
Taking a warm shower before bed washes all of the day's stress down the drain.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
These Are the Signs That You're Cleaning 'Too Much' and It's Time To Give Yourself a Break
April 15, 2021
These Are the Signs That You're Cleaning 'Too Much' and It's Time To Give Yourself a Break
It's easy to let messes get out of control. When you're spending more time at…
By Kara Jillian Brown
3 Alternate Terms To Help You Rethink Your Self-Care Routine
April 14, 2021
3 Alternate Terms To Help You Rethink Your Self-Care Routine
There's no doubt that as self care as a concept has become commodified, it has…
By Mary Grace Garis
‘I’m a Functional Medicine Doctor, and This Is the Most Common Sleep Problem Among My Patients’
April 12, 2021
‘I’m a Functional Medicine Doctor, and This Is the Most Common Sleep Problem Among My Patients’
If you're the kind of person who drifts off to sleep easily and wakes up…
By Emily Laurence
Nicole Cardoza's New Book Teaches 'Mindful Moves' for Kids To Use Every Day
April 09, 2021
Nicole Cardoza's New Book Teaches 'Mindful Moves' for Kids To Use Every Day
Nicole Cardoza has dedicated much of her career to making mindfulness accessible to young people.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How Artist Jasmine Nyende Processes Grief Through Creativity
March 31, 2021
How Artist Jasmine Nyende Processes Grief Through Creativity
After losing their father to COVID-19 complications on Christmas Eve, artist Jasmine Nyende spent months…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow Is Designed To Supercharge Your Creativity
March 30, 2021
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow Is Designed To Supercharge Your Creativity
Few things zap creativity like stress, and the past year has been nothing if not…
By Erin Bunch
Eucalyptus Oil Is the Ultimate Multitasker—Here Are 4 Ways You Can Use It Every Day
March 29, 2021
Eucalyptus Oil Is the Ultimate Multitasker—Here Are 4 Ways You Can Use It Every Day
When thinking about eucalyptus, it's easy for your brain to skip back to kindergarten fun…
By Saanya Ali
I'm a Therapist, and These Are 2 Essential Ways To Start Setting Boundaries Today
March 26, 2021
I'm a Therapist, and These Are 2 Essential Ways To Start Setting Boundaries Today
Healthy relationships with ourselves and others require one thing that many folks struggle with: boundaries.…
By Minaa B.
The World Happiness Report Is Giving You Something To Smile About
March 25, 2021
The World Happiness Report Is Giving You Something To Smile About
Nobody was really roaring in 2020 or 2021, unless you mean in absolute anguish. Nonetheless,…
By Mary Grace Garis
'I'm a Neuroscientist, and This Is How To Reboot Your Brain After a Year of Chronic Stress'
March 24, 2021
'I'm a Neuroscientist, and This Is How To Reboot Your Brain After a Year of Chronic Stress'
While some of us are deliberately trying to forget the entirety of the last 12…
By Erin Bunch
This Is a Dermatologist's Favorite (and Most Recommended) At-Home Tool—And It's Only $15
March 23, 2021
This Is a Dermatologist's Favorite (and Most Recommended) At-Home Tool—And It's Only $15
If you haven't tried microneedling, it sounds kind of scary. Rolling your face with tons…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Naj Austin Centers People of Color Through Tech Platforms Focused on Wellness and Community
March 18, 2021
Naj Austin Centers People of Color Through Tech Platforms Focused on Wellness and Community
When Naj Austin—one of our 2021 Changemakers—opened the doors to Ethel's Club, a Brooklyn social…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Establishing These 4 Types of Boundaries Can Help Alleviate Stress, Says a Psychologist
March 12, 2021
Establishing These 4 Types of Boundaries Can Help Alleviate Stress, Says a Psychologist
Stress is an inevitable part of life—no spoiler alert there. What you might not realize,…
By Saanya Ali
'I’m a Sleep Expert, and Here’s My Step-By-Step Guide To Prep Your Body for Daylight Saving Time'
March 11, 2021
'I’m a Sleep Expert, and Here’s My Step-By-Step Guide To Prep Your Body for Daylight Saving Time'
We're just days away from one of the most bittersweet moments of the year. On…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How To Write a Meaningful Thank-You Note Without Getting Too Corny
March 10, 2021
How To Write a Meaningful Thank-You Note Without Getting Too Corny
Technology has made communication easier than ever, but that doesn't necessarily mean there's been an…
By Erin Bunch
How To Be Okay With Loose Plans in Your Life
March 08, 2021
How To Be Okay With Loose Plans in Your Life
Officially a year into the pandemic, nothing much has changed. From Zoom happy hours to…
By Kayla Hui
These are the 5 Best Sleep Masks That Totally Block the Rays
March 07, 2021
These are the 5 Best Sleep Masks That Totally Block the Rays
A good, restful sleep is a hot commodity these days. So, when we do fall…
By Saanya Ali
How To Donate Your Hair When Giving Yourself a Whole New Look
March 03, 2021
How To Donate Your Hair When Giving Yourself a Whole New Look
Hair is a pretty big deal; a simple refresh with a new cut or maybe…
By Erin Bunch
54 Million Americans Are Facing Food Insecurity—Here's How To Start a Community Fridge in Your Neighborhood
March 01, 2021
54 Million Americans Are Facing Food Insecurity—Here's How To Start a Community Fridge in Your Neighborhood
More than 54 million Americans are experiencing food insecurity as a result of COVID-19. For…
By Saanya Ali
6 Community Care Strategies To Help New Parents In Your Life Catch a Break (or at Least a Nap)
March 01, 2021
6 Community Care Strategies To Help New Parents In Your Life Catch a Break (or at Least a Nap)
While you're hardly alone if you have trouble clocking the optimum hours of sleep on…
By Mary Grace Garis
4 CBD Bath Bombs That Will Turn Your Tub Into a Spa for Your Muscles
February 26, 2021
4 CBD Bath Bombs That Will Turn Your Tub Into a Spa for Your Muscles
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a non-psychoactive compound found in hemp, and exists in products like…
By Saanya Ali
I'm Not a 'Bath Person,' So Someone Please Tell Me: WTF Do People Do in the Tub?
February 25, 2021
I'm Not a 'Bath Person,' So Someone Please Tell Me: WTF Do People Do in the Tub?
As someone who's super into the drama of rom-com protagonists during their "dark moment" scenes,…
By Allie Flinn
Why It’s Time To Turn Self Care Into Community Care for Deeper Healing
February 23, 2021
Why It’s Time To Turn Self Care Into Community Care for Deeper Healing
Thanks to the self-care movement, we’ve learned how critical it is for us to take…
By Minaa B.
The 7 Best Cuticle Oils To Hydrate Your Nails
February 22, 2021
The 7 Best Cuticle Oils To Hydrate Your Nails
When it comes to self-care routines, skin serums and hair masks get the majority of…
By Saanya Ali
Turn Your Home Into a Zen Den With These 14 Incense Sticks
February 21, 2021
Turn Your Home Into a Zen Den With These 14 Incense Sticks
The word "incense" is derived from the Latin word "to burn" and has been used…
By Saanya Ali
The Art of Resting My Eyes: How I Embraced My Family's Wellness Practice as an Act of Resistance
February 18, 2021
The Art of Resting My Eyes: How I Embraced My Family's Wellness Practice as an Act of Resistance
A phrase I’d often hear from my grandmother growing up is “I’m just resting my…
By Hope Lewis
5 Stress-Reducing Tips To Copy From the Longest-Living People in the World
February 17, 2021
5 Stress-Reducing Tips To Copy From the Longest-Living People in the World
Whenever someone talks about how stress can negatively impact general well-being, I'm pretty sure I can…
By Mary Grace Garis
'I’m a Dermatologist and These Are the Best Bath Soaks For Every Skin Concern'
February 14, 2021
'I’m a Dermatologist and These Are the Best Bath Soaks For Every Skin Concern'
Loving baths is part of my personality. Soaking in the tub gives me an excuse…
By Saanya Ali
Unlearning My Family's Wellness Values Taught Me How To Be Truly Resilient
February 11, 2021
Unlearning My Family's Wellness Values Taught Me How To Be Truly Resilient
What have you done to be tired? I’ve heard that refrain countless times during my…
By Taneasha White
30 of the Best Self-Care Gifts To Show Yourself Some Extra Love This Valentine's Day
February 10, 2021
30 of the Best Self-Care Gifts To Show Yourself Some Extra Love This Valentine's Day
Though I can confidently admit that I'm pretty happy being single, after the past year…
By Saanya Ali
What Scalp Care Taught Me About Love
February 09, 2021
What Scalp Care Taught Me About Love
When I look back on my childhood, I rarely think of the big moments or…
By Kui Mwai
How a Pandemic Revealed the Complexities of My 'Chosen Family'
February 08, 2021
How a Pandemic Revealed the Complexities of My 'Chosen Family'
It was Diane's birthday. We had just finished dinner, and our attention turned to her…
By Nicole Schnitzler
8 Ways To Enjoy Valentine’s Day if You’re Celebrating Solo
February 08, 2021
8 Ways To Enjoy Valentine’s Day if You’re Celebrating Solo
Being single on Valentine’s Day can actually be a real pleasure. The setup allows you…
By Isadora Baum
4 Foot Creams To Soothe Every Foot Issue
February 08, 2021
4 Foot Creams To Soothe Every Foot Issue
Not all foot creams are created the same. Think beyond standard moisturizing creams—some have antimicrobial…
By Kara Jillian Brown
We’re All Getting Vaccinated at Different Stages—Here's What That Means for Your Social Life
February 05, 2021
We’re All Getting Vaccinated at Different Stages—Here's What That Means for Your Social Life
As the vaccine rollouts continue in the coming months, friends and families are experiencing vaccination…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Access to Education in Black Communities Is a Privilege My Family Taught Me To Value—And It's Guided Me Toward Success
February 05, 2021
Access to Education in Black Communities Is a Privilege My Family Taught Me To Value—And It's Guided Me Toward Success
When I was 8 years old, I knew I must have a master’s degree. My…
By Akilah Cadet
11 Valentine’s Day Gifts To Appeal to All 5 of Your Partner’s Senses
February 05, 2021
11 Valentine’s Day Gifts To Appeal to All 5 of Your Partner’s Senses
Whether you and your S.O. will be enjoying a candle-lit dinner at home or catching…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Are You Experiencing 'Emotional Fusion'? Look for the 3 Signs You Need To Detach
February 04, 2021
Are You Experiencing 'Emotional Fusion'? Look for the 3 Signs You Need To Detach
Have your thoughts, emotions, and activities become completely entangled with those of another person? Have…
By Mary Grace Garis
11 Ways To Take a Skin-Boosting 'Power Shower,' According to Dermatologists
February 04, 2021
11 Ways To Take a Skin-Boosting 'Power Shower,' According to Dermatologists
I’ve long been attuned to the restorative powers of a shower—for both physical ailments and…
By Kelsey Haywood Lucas
How To Stop Your Computer Screen From Hurting Your Vision, According to an Eye Doctor
February 03, 2021
How To Stop Your Computer Screen From Hurting Your Vision, According to an Eye Doctor
Looking at a computer screen all day forces sedentary behavior, strains your neck and shoulders,…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Weighted Eye Masks To Help You Fall Asleep Fast
February 02, 2021
5 Weighted Eye Masks To Help You Fall Asleep Fast
Weighted blankets are said to promote relaxation and help with sleep. So it would make…
By Tehrene Firman
Are You Really Sorry? Here's a Therapist's 4-Step Checklist To Save Yourself From Over-Apologizing
February 02, 2021
Are You Really Sorry? Here's a Therapist's 4-Step Checklist To Save Yourself From Over-Apologizing
"Sorry" is an overused word. It's something that's wielded incorrectly for things like "taking up…
By Mary Grace Garis
Celebrating Black History Month By Honoring All That My Family Has Forged Within Me
February 01, 2021
Celebrating Black History Month By Honoring All That My Family Has Forged Within Me
My mother taught me that it's always a good time to luxuriate in the bath—and…
By Kara Jillian Brown
These Two Journal Prompts Will Help You See Yourself in a New Light
January 30, 2021
These Two Journal Prompts Will Help You See Yourself in a New Light
One of the things that's both freeing and, yes, terrifying about journaling is that it…
By Kells McPhillips
There Are 4 Types of Hobbies—Here's How To Pick the Right One To Fulfill You
January 30, 2021
There Are 4 Types of Hobbies—Here's How To Pick the Right One To Fulfill You
The pandemic has introduced a world of change in respect to how we live our…
By Saanya Ali
The One Step You’re Skipping With Your Candles That Diminishes Indoor Air Quality
January 30, 2021
The One Step You’re Skipping With Your Candles That Diminishes Indoor Air Quality
As I sit in my bedroom with a candle on one side and an air…
By Kara Jillian Brown
7 Self-Love Kits To Gift Yourself (or Others) for Valentine's Day
January 29, 2021
7 Self-Love Kits To Gift Yourself (or Others) for Valentine's Day
Like a rat in a heart-shaped chocolate box, pandemic Valentine’s season is upon us. But,…
By Mary Grace Garis
5 Apology Languages You Should Know To Quickly Resolve Relationship Conflict
January 29, 2021
5 Apology Languages You Should Know To Quickly Resolve Relationship Conflict
It is face-to-the-gravel rough when you deliver an emphatic apology that, somehow, falls flat. Like you…
By Mary Grace Garis
How To Navigate Multilingual COVID-19 Conversations
January 28, 2021
How To Navigate Multilingual COVID-19 Conversations
A few weeks ago, my po po (grandmother in Cantonese) and I jumped on a…
By Kayla Hui
The Psychological Case for Adopting a Grounding Practice Before Meals—Even If You’re Not Someone Who Says Grace
January 28, 2021
The Psychological Case for Adopting a Grounding Practice Before Meals—Even If You’re Not Someone Who Says Grace
Growing up Catholic, I always said grace with my family before having a meal. These…
By Mary Grace Garis
Can't Stop Dwelling on Proverbial Spilled Milk? 3 Psychologists Offer Their Top Tip for Moving On
January 27, 2021
Can't Stop Dwelling on Proverbial Spilled Milk? 3 Psychologists Offer Their Top Tip for Moving On
Let's say you set a New Years goal or intention, have since basically abandoned it,…
By Mary Grace Garis
The Creative Journaling Hack To Improve Your Mental Health
January 26, 2021
The Creative Journaling Hack To Improve Your Mental Health
I look forward to lighter journal entries this year. Truth be told, I stopped writing entries after…
By Mary Grace Garis
These 7 Steps Will Help You Create a Self-Care Plan That Sticks
January 24, 2021
These 7 Steps Will Help You Create a Self-Care Plan That Sticks
We've spent three weeks of gently practicing self-care: first with small daily actions to nourish…
By Latham Thomas
Post-Shower Towel Time Is a Psychologist-Approved Form of Self Care—Here's Why
January 22, 2021
Post-Shower Towel Time Is a Psychologist-Approved Form of Self Care—Here's Why
Towel time. After reading those two words, you either know exactly what I'm talking about…
By Mary Grace Garis
Use This Sexologist’s Script When You Want To Try Something New in Bed
January 22, 2021
Use This Sexologist’s Script When You Want To Try Something New in Bed
Even the most vanilla sex life deserves a sundae treatment. You know, adding some hot fudge,…
By Mary Grace Garis
Amanda Gorman's Inauguration Poem Captivated Its Audience—Here's Why
January 21, 2021
Amanda Gorman's Inauguration Poem Captivated Its Audience—Here's Why
When Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman stepped up to the microphone at the inauguration of…
By Kara Jillian Brown
9 of the Best-Smelling Hand Soaps to Lather Up With
January 20, 2021
9 of the Best-Smelling Hand Soaps to Lather Up With
Lesson one in hygiene: Wash your hands. Hum the happy birthday song (or in my…
By Saanya Ali
How To Protect Your Mental Health Before (and After) Inauguration Day, According to a Therapist
January 19, 2021
How To Protect Your Mental Health Before (and After) Inauguration Day, According to a Therapist
Watching rioters smash their way into the United States Capitol did not offer the refreshing…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Use These Daily Practices To Build Inner Strength This Week
January 17, 2021
Use These Daily Practices To Build Inner Strength This Week
For your self-care practice to become an integral, non-negotiable part of your life, it has…
By Latham Thomas
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