As the clock strikes midnight and a fresh calendar year unfolds, many of us feel that familiar urge to make grand declarations about how we'll transform our lives with a laundry list of ambitious goals: hitting the gym at dawn, cutting out every drop of sugar, or promising to read a book a week. Those big plans can feel exciting at first, but often become overwhelming, often fizzling out faster than champagne bubbles. Small, realistic changes tend to stick around longer — and can add up to big results over time. So this year, why not...

As another birthday approaches, you might find yourself feeling more blue than festive. The balloons seem a little deflated, the cake a bit too sweet, and the cheerful wishes from friends and family ring hollow. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Birthday depression is a real phenomenon that affects many people, regardless of age or life circumstances. Even Taylor Swift knows this feeling all too well (I'm so depressed, I act like it's my birthday every day) — the expectation of joy coupled with an underlying sadness that can be hard to shake. Feeling low...

As the confetti settles and the holiday decorations come down, many of us find ourselves contemplating a fresh start for the new year. Enter Dry January, a popular health challenge that encourages participants to abstain from alcohol for the entire month. It's not just about giving your liver a break after the festive season; it's an opportunity to reset your relationship with alcohol and experience some pretty amazing health benefits along the way. The concept of Dry January might seem daunting at first. After all, for many, unwinding with a glass of wine or meeting friends...

Between the onset of The Eras Tour and the Barbie movie’s release, 2023 was unoffciailly dubbed the year of women. For many, it sparked a new appreciation for the economic and cultural impact of women and girls. The good news? In 2024, we saw another wave of pop cultural moments that honor and celebrate women — that pushed the boundaries of the roles we’ve been told we are allowed to occupy.  Women have always been economic powerhouses, shaping trends and driving business. While we have historically been told that “women’s entertainment” — which we’ve branded with...

Depending on what side of TikTok you’re on, you may see videos of women talking about “gardening” and the many benefits it has on their lives. “Gardening” for those of us who need a TikTok translator (aka most of us) is shorthand for consuming weed in some form, whether by smoking or having an edible.  In the last few years, many states have legalized and commercialized cannabis, while societally, it’s become way more normal to talk about it openly, too. In 2024 alone, you were just as likely to see it on the election ballot (like...

Understanding Depression During Infertility The thing about infertility is that unless you’ve experienced it, you can’t possibly imagine how devastating it truly is. It’s so heavy, many people may even experience depression while on their infertility journeys. Recognizing Depression Symptoms According to material from the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, the psychological toll of infertility is very real, and it's important that we recognize that. Anxiety and depressive symptoms are common among people who experience infertility — and if you feel like your sadness is impeding your ability to function, you’re not alone. Why the...

People love to say that the holiday season is the “most wonderful time of the year”. And sure, it can be — but the reality we don’t often discuss is that for many people, this time of year can feel extremely heavy.  Of course, the holidays can bring their own set of challenges, from the financial strain many of us experience, to the complications that can arise from spending time with extended family, or perhaps not having family to be around at all.  Holidays aside, December is, in and of itself, challenging: It’s cold, it gets...

Waxing can feel like a quick and easy way to get smooth, hair-free skin, but if you have sensitive skin, it can also feel like a bit of a gamble. Whether you’ve tried waxing before or are just thinking about giving it a go, you probably have questions about how to do it safely without irritating or damaging your skin. The truth is, it’s possible to wax even if your skin is sensitive — but there are some things you need to know first. Sensitive skin reacts differently to various beauty treatments, and waxing is no...

Have you ever heard of the gut-brain connection? It’s actually pretty cool. There’s something in your digestive system called the enteric nervous system (ENS) — two thin layers of more than 100 million nerve cells lining your gastrointestinal tract (aka the stomach and intestines) from the esophagus to the rectum. If you’re experiencing something like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), research has shown that the irritation in the gastrointestinal system may send signals via the ENS to the central nervous system. This can ultimately trigger mood changes like anxiety and depression. For those unfamiliar, IBS is a...

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