What It’s Been Like Sleeping in My Childhood Bedroom as an Adult in Quarantine

Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? Emblems of purity popped up everywherenothing but statues of the Virgin Mary mingling with unicorn figurines. Welcome to the Wholesome Realm, a museum of my former extended adolescence. Im going to address sexuality first, because my libido was the first casualty of my return home. This association, combined with thesex-drive lowering effects of the pandemicmade me feel, well,neverin the mood....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Shawna Kaiser

What It’s Like Being a Black Woman Holding Space for My Community to Heal at This Time

How has thecollective griefand rightful anger felt within the Black community impacted me and my practice? What has my self-care routine been like? For me, my answer has fluctuated. That couldnt be farther from the truth. And right now, its been no different. What worked before doesnt work anymoreand that is okay. … Im relearning almost everything, to be honest. My sleep schedule has been off. It feels like a cloud of heaviness looms over the day-to-day life....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 323 words · Amy Curry

What It’s Like Rebuilding a Movement Practice in Eating Disorder Recovery

Im an Exercise PhysiologistHeres Why You Shouldnt Worry About Cortisol Spikes When You Do HIIT Workouts. Elliptical vs Treadmill: Which Cardio Machine Is Right For You? Does Rowing Count as Strength Training? My avid gym-going parents had convinced me to take their favorite instructors class. Youll love it, Eva issogreat! Evawasgreat, and I wanted to kindly her because she looked like she genuinely loved her class. an exercise physiologist and founder ofAutonomy In Movement...

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 560 words · David Smith

What it’s like to be a grocery store worker during COVID-19

The FDA Just Banned Red Dye No. 3: The Future of Processed Foods Is Red Wine Any Healthier for You Than White Wine? Proffee Is the Hottest New Beverage Trendbut Should You Really Be Adding Protein to Your Coffee? Even during a pandemicespecially during a pandemicpeople need food. But that doesnt come without a price. People on social media are quick to compare their sacrifice to that of health-care workers and first responders....

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 497 words · Kelsey Higgins

What It’s Like to Bring Up the Rear on a Group Trail Run—and Have Fun Doing It

The trail running part didnt last long. My run turned to a jog turned to mostly a hike, at least on the uphills. But heres the thing about trail running: Trail runners wont let that happen. Because trail runs take place on, well, trails, runs will typically have organizers called sweepers. We finished the three mile loop in about an hour, and I genuinely felt proud. Im not a trail runner, I confessed to one of the sweepers....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Ann Cox

What It’s Like To Fight COVID-19 at the Same Time as Trump

I was five days into my COVID-19 diagnosis when President Trump tweeted his own coronavirus test results. His experience is remarkably different. His positive diagnosis was still shocking, despite how adamant hes been about notwearing masks in public. Did I have compassion for the president, someone who was probably the reason I was in this mess? Id startGame of Thrones, or maybeBreaking Bad. Its Amazing How Its All Connected. …...

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 330 words · Jennifer Braun

What It’s Like to Get Under Eye Filler—And What To Know Before You Book an Appointment

One of the most talked about areas for filler use? What are the basics to know about under-eye filler? And many,manyMDs perform the procedure. Who is the best candidate for under-eye filler? Thats not to say that people who have those other features are not great candidates. Its just thats really where the education comes in. Brooklyn-based oculofacial plastic surgeon and founder ofEpi.Logic Skincare I can make it look 60 to 70 percent better, says Dr....

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 493 words · Elizabeth Watkins

What It’s Like To Race at Disney—And How It Brought Me Back to Running

runDisney races are some of the most inclusive, fun races for runners. Here’s what to know before signing up for a Disney race. I only knew one running speed: fast. And suddenly, I had to stop running altogether. I was attacked and suffered severe injuriesthat made it impossible to run. But, I also discovered Icanrun. … (Check out the currentrunDisney race calendarhere.) You will still receive a finishers medal, a T-shirt, and all of the swag....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 196 words · Yolanda Ewing

What It’s Like To Spend 48 Hours in the Hamptons Working Out Like a ‘Real Housewife’

Im an Exercise PhysiologistHeres Why You Shouldnt Worry About Cortisol Spikes When You Do HIIT Workouts. Elliptical vs Treadmill: Which Cardio Machine Is Right For You? Does Rowing Count as Strength Training? I most certainly would not want to accidentally clock one of them in the face. I like to be a little subversive, Boots says. It attracts people who dont take things too seriously. … His cheekiness, along with the absolutely killer classes he leads, is part of his charm....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 334 words · Sonia Alvarado

What joy means when there’s nothing to look forward to, according to people who’ve lived through dark times

Women who overcame strife share their joy. Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? We lived on Spam. Hoaglunds perspective and wisdom feels especially useful right now, as many of us navigate a new normal. What does joy mean amid hard times you cant control? Our large community had banded together in the most beautiful, compassionate ways, says Dr. Manly. … The love in the air was surely much thicker and more palpable than the smoke....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 399 words · Mrs. Catherine Wilson

What Kind of Fireworks July 4th Has in Store for You, According to Your Zodiac Sign

The astrology of July 4th brings its own cosmic version of fireworks for each of the zodiac signs. Astrologers share what to expect. People will look to you to set the tone. Remember: You typically thrive on anything that involves game play and a healthy dose of friendly competition. Taurus You could find yourself with the desire to tend to your nest and yourself, Taurus. Gemini You areyour owncommotion around this time of year, Gemini....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 304 words · Claudia Gardner

What Makes You Feel the Most Awkward, According to Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type

Next time you ask yourself “Why do I feel awkward?” consult your Myers-Briggs throw in. Here, learn what triggers those feelings in you, according to your key in. Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? (Dont know your throw in? No worries,read up here.) Molly Owens is the founder of Truity, a company designing user-friendly personality and career assessments for coaches, trainers, and HR professionals....

April 30, 2025 · 3 min · 469 words · William Armstrong

What Nightbitch Gets Right: 7 Must-Watch Films About Motherhood

These movies show that motherhood isnt always picture-perfectbut its always worth the watch. The actualities of motherhood shown inNightbitchare a reminder of the importance of community and staying connected to ones passions. The film underscores how caregiving can isolate people, making finding spaces to feel understood even more important. Movies have a unique way of making us feel like someone else gets it. So, in the spirit ofNightbitch,here are seven movies to stream when youfinallyget that break to yourself....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 285 words · Joel Friedman