I used to roll my eyes at pet insurance. It felt like buying a warranty for a goldfish, cute, but unnecessary. Then I got the cutest dog ever. Rocky is a high spirited Irish setter with the appetite of a…
It’s easy to think of your stomach as just a food processor: eat, digests, end of story. But behind the scenes, your gut is pulling double duty. It’s responsible for managing digestion and it even influences how you think, feel,…
For something so useful, stretching is surprisingly overlooked. But it might be one of the most reliable ways to keep your body functioning well, especially if you sit a lot, train regularly, run a lot, or just want to move…
For years, “10,000 steps a day” has held the throne as the golden standard for good health. It’s simple, easy to remember, and looks good on a fitness tracker. But meeting that number doesn’t necessarily mean you’re doing your body…
The body can’t function well without exercise, that much is not up for debate. Aside from the physical benefits, you also get to reap the psychological benefits of regular movement such as improved mental clarity, better sleep, weight regulation, just…
The day I really started to get a grip on my anxiety was the day I stopped seeing it as an extension of myself. A lot of people wear their anxiety like a badge of honor, and honestly, there’s nothing…
Americans take a lot of pride in their food. A Fourth of July cookout isn’t complete without burgers, fries, and maybe some mac and cheese on the side, or a slice of apple pie, some dishes just feel undeniably American.…
The term “people-pleaser” is so common nowadays, but do we really understand how deep this behavior runs? People-pleasing is more than being nice or saying “sorry” too much, it’s a pattern of putting others’ needs ahead of your own, even…
When I walked into my childhood home for the first time in years, the scent of freshly baked bread hit me before anything else. Instantly, I was back in the kitchen with my mother, kneading dough at the counter as…
As a woman, you could have work, family, and life under control, but is your health paying the price? In the midst of managing it all, something crucial often gets pushed aside: your PRECIOUS health. Did you know that women…
Whether it’s through shared meals, exercise routines, or even stress management strategies, partners tend to mirror each other’s behaviors.Over time, this creates biological similarities that go beyond genetics. These researches encourage us to think about how the choices we make…
Hair naturally turns grey as we age because the pigment cells in hair follicles that give hair its color start to die off. Without enough melanin, hair takes on a grey or white hue. However, people can go grey at…
Do you know someone who wouldn’t stop bragging about how well his investments in cryptocurrency paid off? Or perhaps, you’re the crypto dude? You wish you had friends that actually cared about crypto, and you try to talk to them…
You’re scrolling through Amazon, thinking you’re just going to window shop, and before you know it, you’ve bought a unicorn-shaped pool float, a 50-pack of flavored lip balm, and a self-stirring mug. Oops. Or maybe you’re paying for a gym…
When you come across topics on saving you think about budgeting right? That’s because saving is often associated with budgeting. And the thought of that scares a lot of us. People hate budgeting. In fact, most Americans are not thrilled…
There is a growing canon of life philosophies and literature that tout trust as a beaming character jewel. “To be trusted is a greater compliment than being loved,” one reads; “He who does not trust enough will not be trusted,”…
Throughout history, we’ve seen how powerful it can be when people unite against a common enemy—whenever there’s a clear enemy, whether a person or a movement, it tends to rally people together. This is true in politics, culture, and beyond.…
If you hardly feel inclined to get work done during the day as much as you do at night, you likely feel like a night owl in a world of early birds. If this bothers you, you’re not alone —…
Living in a world clogged with stress has turned us into shallow breathers, and our bodies get punished for it. Breathing, something we do without much thought, plays a crucial role in keeping us alive and well. However, many of…
Consider a situation in which you’re reminded of a friend you trusted for years who probably stole valuable items from you. They provided an explanation and apologies hoping you’ll forgive them, and all you did was point out that they…
