Every January, like clockwork, we promise ourselves that this will be the year we finally get it together. We’ll run every morning, cook from scratch, call our parents more, master a new skill, and maybe even get through that…
The holidays are synonymous with family gatherings—those moments of love, tradition, laughter, and sometimes tension. The season involves reconnecting with a patchwork of personalities: the cherished loved ones, the quirky relatives, the grouchy ones, and even those we’ve clashed with…
Let’s pretend every whispered secret, every hurried text, or spur-of-the-moment posts was somehow stamped onto a wall that everyone could see. This thought seems a bit dramatic until you consider how the internet has evolved into just that—a sort of…
From a young age, we’re taught that procrastination is a recipe for failure–putting off tasks until the last minute supposedly leads to stress, chaos, and the risk of everything falling apart. For years, experts and studies have labeled procrastination as…
There were times in my life when a problem felt too much to handle, and sometimes, I wouldn’t do anything about it, I’d just let whatever I was dealing with at the time drag on a little longer until I’ve…
It’s 7 p.m., and instead of cooking that healthy meal you planned, you’re scrolling through a food delivery app. The gym bag in the corner of the room hasn’t moved in days, and the idea of meeting friends for coffee…
The smell of sunscreen was once the signal that summer had officially arrived. It meant days by the pool, beach trips, and endless sunshine. But now, it’s become a non-negotiable part of daily skincare—it’s an essential part of protecting your…
Rechel Mans McKenny, a writer, shared her personal experience with Elle. “I hit my lowest point in mid-January. I managed to wrangle a few hours of childcare and had a moment to contemplate myself and my needs for the first…
In our modern world, we might equate being odor-free to being clean, but for most of human recorded history, the quest to “smell good” has been both fascinating and at times, rather bizarre. Nowadays, if you’re worried about body odor,…
Remember the hit TV show Friends? Monica Geller, played by Courteney Cox, is often seen obsessively cleaning and organizing her apartment. While her character is meant to be funny and endearing, we recognize that this portrayal can contribute to misconceptions…
Despite the numerous studies conducted on PCOS, it is still very much a heterogenous and not fully understood condition with no definitive cure or universally effective treatment. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reported it’s affecting up to…
While some people can kick start their day without a drop of coffee, for many, it’s an essential ritual. Coffee isn’t just a morning booster—it’s a staple for first dates, casual hangouts, and cozy meetups at favorite spots like Starbucks.…
Hair has always been a big part of our lives, from ancient Egyptians rocking elaborate wigs to today’s unique hairstyles. But hair isn’t just for looks. Data shows how hair helps us cool down when we sweat, acts as sensory…
It really may seem that almost no part of the body is off limits when it comes to waxing, but experts have a thing or two to warn you about waxing certain areas, or when it’s a bad time to…
Hair loss in women has been a hot topic for ages, and it’s something we at Intrigue Pages are keen to discuss. Shedding some hair in the shower or throughout the day is normal. However, if you’ve been noticing more…
How many times have you asked yourself, “Why can’t I just finish this? Or achieve that goal?” I know that feeling, it’s a nightmare. Some of us can’t power through to achieve something even when we try, we often end…
Case study: You’re losing friends in the process of becoming less of a people pleaser. You have been working a [LOT] on setting boundaries this year. You’ve spent most of your life striving to make everyone else happy and ended…
I remember it like it was yesterday. I was asked to speak to a group of young people at my church. Back then, I was really nervous about speaking in public – still am, actually. As I walked to the…
I once knew a girl who believed that elegance was overrated and that true authenticity meant looking however you pleased. She thought it was cool to wear unflattering clothes, following every trend, slouch, or even talking with food in her…
In a way, our friends play a big role in shaping who we are. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the past 10 years of my life and thinking about what has influenced me the most. If I could go back…
