Wellness

Everything you need to know about wellness trends, self care, home fitness, and more.
Woman sitting on a gray sofa in a kitchen, looking stressed, with two children playing in the background.
If You're Feeling Unproductive, It Might Be Because of "Trauma Drive"
Here's why that's actually a good thing.
Ashley Broadwater
Mar 14, 2023
I Asked Manifestation Professionals How to Attract More Money into Your Life
It’s all about combining “the woo and the do.”
Sam Manzella
Mar 10, 2023
These Are the Happiest Cities in the U.S., According to One Study
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Where does your city rank?
Abby Monteil
Mar 5, 2023
Drinking "Party Water" Finally Fixed My Perpetual Dehydration Problem
I'll drink to that!
Kelsey Mulvey
Mar 4, 2023
9 Soothing, No-Thinking-Needed Activities to Do When You Just Can't Anymore
Try these when your mind just needs a rest.
Sarah Magnuson
Feb 27, 2023
These 10 Paper Towel Alternatives Might be Your Next Kitchen Cleaning Staple
Bonus: They're stylish, too!
Melissa Epifano
Feb 26, 2023
I Swear By This Best List-Winning White Noise Machine for a Good Night’s Sleep (And It’s On Major Sale!)
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It blocks out bar noises, garbage trucks, and noisy neighbors.
Alicia Kort
Feb 21, 2023
I Tried 6 TikTok Hacks For Better Sleep — Here’s What Worked (And What Didn’t)
I'll be keeping my fridge stocked with a new staple.
Kristen Garaffo
Feb 21, 2023
I Tried the Marshmallow-Soft Pillow That Works for Any Type of Sleeper — and It’s Totally Worth the Hype (It’s on Sale)
Versatile comfort with cloud-like softness.
Britt Franklin
Feb 17, 2023
8 Life-Changing Things I Use to My Workspace More ADHD-Friendly
These are some of my favorite home office finds, as someone with ADHD.
Dylan M. Austin
Feb 10, 2023
3 Things You Shouldn't Keep on Your Nightstand if You Want to Sleep Well
And four things you definitely should.
Candace Nelson
Feb 9, 2023
10 Little Ways to Romanticize Your Everyday Life
From doctor's appointments, to bedtime routines, to coffee runs, here's how to make the daily things a little sweeter.
Madeline Diamond
Feb 6, 2023
What Exactly Is Brown Noise? Try These 5 Ways To Tune In at Home
You might be familiar with using “colored noises” such as white, pink, and green noise to aid with sleep. Brown noise, a deeper, lower-frequency sound (think the sound of an airplane in mid-flight), is one of the latest mental health trends to take over TikTok — the hashtag #brownnoise currently has over 107 million views and counting.
Lauren Wicks
Jan 25, 2023
6 Tips for Sticking to Your Exercise Goals, According to Marathoners
Convenience is key.
Rudri Bhatt Patel
Jan 22, 2023
How I Used the "Two-Minute Rule" to Stop Feeling So Overwhelmed
Bonus: I've never crossed so much off my to-do list.
Rudri Bhatt Patel
Jan 18, 2023
The One Thing You Should Always Do to Beat the Winter Blues
It's all about the little things.
Kristen Garaffo
Jan 16, 2023
5 Low-Lift and Low-Budget Ways to Feel Better This Winter
Self-care doesn't have to be hard or costly.
Shelby Deering
Jan 13, 2023
This Anti-Anxiety Pillow Can Breathe And Feel Like You're Actually Cuddling
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It doesn’t hog the covers!
Inigo Del Castillo
Jan 12, 2023
14 Feel-Good Products Our Editors Are Using to Start Off 2023 on a Positive Note
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These help you make (and keep) better habits.
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Jan 10, 2023
5 Ways to Make the Most of Dry January, According to Someone on a 7-Year Streak
The author of "The Dry Challenge" shares her top tips.
Hilary Sheinbaum
Jan 6, 2023
8 Stylish Humidifiers That’ll Solve All Your Winter Woes
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Say goodbye to dry skin and congestion.
Madelyn Simons
Jan 6, 2023
We Tried 3 Portable, Small-Space-Friendly Treadmills to See If They’re Worth It (Hint: They Are!)
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Stay active indoors with these sleek space-savers.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Jan 6, 2023
55 Journaling Prompts to Set Intentions for the New Year
It's time to break in that brand new journal.
Rudri Bhatt Patel
Jan 5, 2023
I'm a Paper Planner Devotee and These Are My 3 Favorites for 2023
They're so much more than just calendars.
Amanda Lucidi
Jan 4, 2023
Wondering How to Start Journaling? Here Are Some Expert Tips
Here's how to make the highly beneficial practice a healthy habit in no time.
Lauren Wicks
Jan 3, 2023
This Is What 2023 Holds for You, According to Your Zodiac Sign
What's in store for your sign?
Sam Manzella
Jan 3, 2023
Want to Wait a Little Longer for Your Next Goodwill Donation?
This advice may resonate as much with you as it has with many other people.
Haley Sherif
Dec 30, 2022
This Piece of Equipment Easily Helps Me Fit a Workout Into My Day Even When I Don’t Have Time
And it's on rare sale!
Britt Franklin
Dec 28, 2022
This Adorable Plush Toy Will Teach Kids How to Meditate
And adults, too.
Emma Kershaw
Dec 26, 2022
Bar Soap vs. Body Wash? Here’s When to Use Each One
No matter your bathroom design style, everyone has their preferences when it comes to the shower. Some people like to lather up with sudsy body wash and a shower cap, while others like a utilitarian bar of soap and a loofah. But is it all just a matter of preference, or is there a difference between using bar soap and body wash? It turns out that each method has its own set of pros and cons, and depending on your skin goals and needs, one might be better to use than the other.
Marlen Komar
Dec 24, 2022
Here’s Absolutely Everything You Need to Bring Some Hygge to Your Apartment
Make no mistake about it: Hygge is an international design movement that's here to stay.
Caroline Biggs
Dec 20, 2022
9 Rules for Moving In with a Partner (They're Therapist Approved!)
Don’t forget about date night.
Heather Bien
Dec 19, 2022
5 Designer-Approved, No-Reno Ways to Make Your Front Door More Accessible
These steps will help your home feel more welcoming to all your guests.
Kelly Dawson
Dec 16, 2022
I’ve Tried Countless WFH Productivity Hacks, And This One Actually Stuck
I've never felt so relaxed while getting so much done.
Kristen Garaffo
Dec 16, 2022
What a Personal Trainer Really Thinks of the Viral TikTok “12-3-30” Workout
I tried it for myself, too.
Amanda Lucidi
Dec 13, 2022
The Easy (and Effective!) Chore List Tool Hiding in Plain Sight on Your Phone
It's saved me so much time and stress.
Katherine Laubscher
Dec 12, 2022
You Know Your Zodiac Sign — But Do You Know Your Life Path Number?
Here's how to tap into your personality, the numerology way.
Jennifer Billock
Dec 9, 2022
14 Ways To Keep Warm Without Cranking Up the Heat
When cold weather and long, dark days begin to set in, most people begin to wonder what’s the best way to keep warm without running the heat? After all, nothing’s better than feeling warm and toasty in your own home, and plus, freezing temps definitely make it harder to get out of bed. Whether you’re hoping to cut back on energy bills, or you live in a home without heat, it’s possible to keep warm without cranking up the radiator.
Cambria Bold
Dec 8, 2022
5 Mistakes People Make When Looking for a Therapist
According to therapists.
Sarah Kuta
Dec 7, 2022
The Thing Everybody Gets Wrong About Pickleball, According to a Pro
It's not a boring, less-athletic version of tennis.
Kristen Garaffo
Nov 21, 2022
6 Little Ways to Practice Gratitude and Add More Joy Into Your Life
You've heard of a vision board, but have you heard of a gratitude board?
Rudri Bhatt Patel
Nov 19, 2022
How to Reclaim a Sense of Community When True Crime Lands on Your Doorstep
I talked to a psychologist for advice on how to cope.
Nandini Maharaj
Nov 18, 2022
Your Best Week Ever Sunday Checklist: Do These 7 Things in Your Home Today
How does one craft the kind of work week that soothes the soul, flows smoothly and leaves you energized by the time the weekend rolls around again? By taking advantage of a built-in good mood and tackling a few key home to-dos on Sunday. It’s not about aiming for perfection or scrubbing every surface — it’s about setting yourself up to win starting on Monday morning to stay strong through all the conference calls, traffic commutes and PTA meetings.
Adrienne Breaux
Nov 14, 2022
7 Tips for Setting Boundaries with Family Over the Holidays
According to therapists.
Sarah Kuta
Nov 14, 2022
7 Tips and Tricks I Use to Make Budgeting More ADHD-Friendly
An ADHDer’s guide to making "cents" of finances.
Dylan M. Austin
Nov 12, 2022
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Cleaning With Bleach
As powerful as bleach is, there’s a bit of a learning curve.
Ashley Abramson
Nov 8, 2022
Is it Safe to Mix Bleach and Powdered Tide for Cleaning?
GoCleanCo's genius tips involve using their go-to cleaner on almost everything at home: bleach and powdered Tide. But here are a few cautions to keep in mind before you whip up a batch.
Ashley Abramson
Nov 7, 2022
6 Luxurious Ways to Spend Your 60 Extra Minutes of Daylight Saving Time
If you don't sleep in, try one of these restful alternatives.
Sofia Rivera
Nov 5, 2022
My Therapist Urged Me to Update My Childhood Bedroom — And It Was So Worth It
I've never felt so at home.
Sarah Magnuson
Nov 3, 2022
Why 70 Percent Alcohol Disinfects Better Than 91 Percent, According to a Microbiologist
There’s a counter-intuitive rule of thumb to follow when you clean with alcohol.
Ashley Abramson
Nov 1, 2022
5 Sleep-Boosting Essential Oils You Should Know — And How To Use Them
According to a certified Master Holistic Esthetician, aromatherapist, and flower essence practitioner.
Kristen Garaffo
Oct 31, 2022
This Tiny Glass House Lets You Sleep Surrounded by Nature
One recent visitor called it “a perfect escape from the daily grind.”
Arielle Tschinkel
Oct 27, 2022
Never Want to Leave: 10 Tips for Making Your Home the Most Inviting Yet
Having a home that is inviting — that beckons to visitors and lingers in the minds of guests — makes for both an enjoyable and memorable place. And there’s a bonus benefit to creating a home that is inviting to guests: it’s often more inviting to you, too! We’ve got ten tips to try that will help you craft a home that welcomes everyone who walks through its doors — though, warning, it may make them never want to leave!
Adrienne Breaux
Oct 27, 2022
4 Daily Routines That’ll Help You Get Closer to Reaching Your Goals
The future, more creative or healthier you is cheering you on, hoping you’ll get started today!
Ashley Abramson
Oct 26, 2022
Reusing Tea Bags: The Good, The Bad, and the Green
As most avid tea drinkers will tell you, if you are using tea bags, you can get extra use out of them if you are willing to do so. Most people just chuck them into the trash, compost heap, or recycling bin, but saving them for your next tea is also an interesting idea.The first thing that you should know is that it’s fine to reuse tea bags. The drawback is that after the first cup, you lose flavor and strength. But if you enjoy strong tea, there is a way to reuse your tea bags.
Range Govindan
Oct 26, 2022
What Modern Buildings Can Learn from Indigenous Architecture
Indigenous people have long been at the forefront of sustainable architecture.
Melanie Gnau
Oct 24, 2022
How I Use Fake Flowers for a Mental Health Boost
They're scent-free and safe for pets and allergies.
Nandini Maharaj
Oct 19, 2022
6 Things All Single People Should Know How to Do at Home
When you’re single—and especially when you live alone—you’re on your own when it comes to getting stuff done around the house. You’ve got no one to split chores with and, unless you’ve got a pet, no one to take care of but yourself (though that doesn’t mean you’ll be lonely, either.) But since you have to take care of all your household responsibilities by yourself, you’re going to have to know how to do them if you don’t already.
Brittney Morgan
Oct 16, 2022
This Is What a "Soul Home" Is, and How I Found Mine
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It’s where you’re supposed to be.
Jennifer Billock
Oct 15, 2022
Sleep in a Sustainable Geodesic Dome on the Canadian Forest
When it comes to eye-catching structures, geodesic domes lead the pack. They’re quirky, futuristic, and they tend to stand out wherever they’re situated. On the flip side, architects at Canadian firm Bourgeois Lechasseur have managed to come up with a trio of domes that blend into their natural surroundings.
Kenya Foy
Oct 14, 2022
6 Ways to Pinpoint Your Home Decor Style
Envious of folks who seem to instantly know what they love? Who never question whether a new furniture piece is their style because they know so confidently what their style is? We’ve got seven ways you can learn how to pinpoint your style quicker and more easily. Whether you’re facing a new blank home that needs filling or you look around your current one and just aren’t sure if looks like you, there might be some ways you can pinpoint the look.
Adrienne Breaux
Oct 13, 2022
Stuck in a Rut? How To Fall in Love With Your Home All Over Again
Once upon a time you were madly in love with your home. Then you found out that your home sometimes forgets to brush his teeth and leaves socks all over the floor. You don’t need therapy to get the magic back, you just need this stuff to rekindle your relationship. Your first and easiest way to regain some home bliss is to get your whole space spick and span.
Jennifer Hunter
Oct 12, 2022
Moving Questions: What Will You Miss/Look Forward To Most?
As our family has been preparing to move from a new-ish house in town to a crazy little farmhouse way out in the country, we’ve been discussing all the things we’re excited about, and all the things we have to admit we’ll miss… I think saying things like this out loud can be crucial, especially for kids.
Tess Wilson
Oct 12, 2022
5 Redecorating Steps for the Recently Consciously Uncoupled
Breakups are hard. It doesn’t matter if you were the dumper or the dumpee, if you hyperventilate at the thought of your ex, or if you are firmly resigned. Either way, if you once lived as a couple, you now need to dismantle the evidence of the home you worked to create together. At times the process might be soul-crushing. Other times there are practical considerations. And ultimately, there’s a new glorious opportunity. Here are five steps to regroup at home: 1.
Dabney Frake
Oct 12, 2022
I Sit in a Chair All Day and This $30 Amazon Find Is the Only At-Home Tool That Helps Alleviate My Back Pain (Plus, It’s on Sale for Prime Day)
It's on sale for Prime Day!
Alicia Kort
Oct 11, 2022
3 LGBTQ+ Activists Share Their Best Coming Out Advice
“Be gentle with yourself throughout this process.”
Sam Manzella
Oct 11, 2022
These Are The Subtle Signs You're In Desperate Need of a Vacation
Time to book your next trip.
Arielle Tschinkel
Oct 6, 2022
“Autumn Anxiety” Is a Thing, and This Is How I Deal with It
Here's how a healthcare pro says to cope.
Shelby Deering
Oct 5, 2022
I Test Pillows For a Living — These Are the 5 I Always Have on My Bed
My expectations were sky high, but these pillows met them.
Kendall Cornish
Oct 4, 2022
Ask the Experts: How Do You Clean and Store Sex Toys?
Cleaning and maintenance is an unavoidable part of life. You’ve to clean your body, you’ve got to clean your living space, and yes—you’ve got to clean your sex toys.
Carrie Murphy
Oct 3, 2022
5 Tips for Living Life Without a Dryer
Although the idea of living without a dryer might sound itchy and scratchy — for many, it’s just a way of life. My husband and I don’t currently have a dryer in our home and aren’t big on drying things at the laundromat. Here are a few tips we’ve picked up along the way to end up with clothes that dry quickly and end up super soft! And guess what? Follow these suggestions, and your clothes can be hang dried and still soft, too!
Sarah Rae Smith
Oct 3, 2022
This Mindset Shift Around Alone Time Has Made Me a Better Mom and Partner
There's nothing to feel guilty about.
Shifrah Combiths
Sep 30, 2022