January 1st marks the beginning of the new year. And year after year, we make New Years Resolutions to help guide us through the upcoming months. But statistics have shown that each year, about 80% of resolutions are forgotten about and people feel like they failed. Then as January approaches, they set out and make a whole new list. So how do…
Ever feel like totally starting over when it comes to your eating habits? The Whole30 diet thinks it can help. The program’s been around for nearly a decade and boasts tons of success stories—but other than the fact that it’s 30 days long, the specifics of the program might seem a little murky to someone just starting to do their research. Here’s…
Many people take pride in their gardens. They are keen green thumbs who enjoy the smell of fresh flowers whilst gardening. But with that comes health benefits. So, what are the 12 reasons why gardening is good for you? 1. Reduced risk of stroke According to The British Medical Journal gardening can help reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke.…
While Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will reportedly spend the December holidays at Sandringham House in Norfolk with Queen Elizabeth, Kate Middleton, Prince William and Kate and William’s two children, the Duchess of Sussex also has a history as a seasoned holiday host. On her now-archived lifestyle blog The Tig, Markle tapped her long-time friend Nicole Gibbons to offer her readers some holiday entertaining…
There is no greater feeling than having your bags packed and knowing you’re ready to go on your next adventure. There are few things in life that will impact you as much as traveling will. Something happens to us when we board a plane in one country and land in another—it’s almost as if our eyes open again for the…
You know you are capable of great things. You believe in yourself and what you can accomplish. You may have a picture of yourself in your mind’s eye: a vision of making your dreams a reality, of achieving the success you know could be yours. How do you begin transforming into the person you believe you should be? It’s time to…
No cold and flu for you. Fungus to ward off winter sickness? Sounds far-fetched, but it’s science-backed—as are these other quirky immunity boosters. Cold and flu season, conquered. Sip a Mushroom Latte Those cuppas filling your Insta feed are more than just beautiful. Several studies have shown some ‘shrooms can activate immune cells and lower inflammation so your body can…
World AIDS Day is held on the 1st December each year and is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died. World AIDS Day was the first ever global health day, held for the first time in 1988. Globally there are…
Bring the gift of empowerment and relaxation this holiday season to the women in your tribe, who always have your back. Here are the top 10 gift ideas that will promote self-care, empowerment, and rejuvenation in her everyday life. The holiday season is the best time to show your appreciation to your loved ones for their unwavering love and support…
You’ve got 10 seconds, right? Meditation can teach you how to recognize anxiety-inducing thoughts, observe them, and then let them go. Basically, you’re learning to recognize and respond to your feelings rather than instantly reacting to them, says Andy Puddicombe, meditation and mindfulness expert and co-founder of the meditation app Headspace Still, it can be hard to know where to start—and,…