3 Daily Habits That Will Positively Affect and Protect Your Mental Health Starting simple with daily habits can work wonders in improving your mental health. By Kelly Hyman The act of self-care is ongoing. Though social media might have us believe it can be easily solved with a bubble bath or one-time meditation, it requires far more engagement to be effective. The work we put…
Halle Bailey Is an Inspiration in the Newest ‘Little Mermaid’ Teasers Responses to the singer’s beautiful portrayal of the mermaid Ariel in the Disney live-action remake have ranged from inspired to disheartening. By Kathy Pierre Fact checked by Karen Cilli As the release date for Disney’s live-action remake of The Little Mermaid approaches, more scenes from the movie starring Halle Bailey have surfaced and…
6 Throwback Movies We’d Love to Revisit With Our Kids ‘Frozen’ and ‘Toy Story’ are getting new sequels, but they’re not the only old-school films worth revisiting. Here are six more that deserve an update. By Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal Fact checked by Karen Cilli There was mayhem in my house when I told my 8-year-old daughter that both Frozen AND Toy Story were each getting another…
Taylor Swift travels through time during opening night of the ‘Eras Tour’ By Ali Rosenbloom Baby, let the games begin. Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” kicked off on Friday night in Glendale, Arizona during a three-hour show that ran through hits from every era of the Grammy-winner’s 17-year career. “Swifties,” as her fans are known, descended upon the city in full Swift-inspired costumes…
What New Parents Need to Know About Taking Care of a Newborn Every new parent needs some help. Here’s everything you need to know about your newborn, from sleeping and feeding to crying and pooping. By Lisa Milbrand You’ve no doubt been dreaming about your baby for months: what they’ll look like, what they’ll sound like, and even what they’ll feel…
Quinta Brunson named 2023 Commencement speaker Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson will deliver the keynote address at the 2023 Penn GSE Commencement ceremony. The Emmy award-winning actress/writer/producer/comedian is known for her hit ABC comedy Abbott Elementary, which she created, executive produces, and stars in. The series takes place in a fictional Philadelphia public elementary school and highlights the challenges and joys of…
15 Famous Women Throughout History and Their Lasting Impact There’s so much to learn from these women who changed the world. By Rebecca Norris Women are pretty extraordinary. It’s a tale as old as time — even when a woman’s place in society was forbidden, mocked, challenged, and questioned as a norm. For centuries, women all over the world have made…
Successful People Establish Deliberate Morning Routines. Here’s How to Make One for Yourself. A consistent, intentional morning routine generates momentum and has been scientifically proven to have massive impacts on your mood, anxiety levels, productivity levels and overall health. By Ashley Notarmaso It’s no secret that making better choices improves our overall physical, mental and emotional well-being. Creating good habits contributes to…
How Parental Support Affects Mental Health of LGBTQ Youth By Brian Mastroianni Fact checked by Sheeka Sanahori For many LGBTQ people, support and affirmation in an environment where they feel safe and seen can make all the difference when it comes to mental health outcomes. Now, new research out of The University of Texas at Austin, shed some more light on the role…
A Good Night’s Sleep Can Help You Maintain Diet, Exercise Goals By David Rossiaky Fact checked by Michael Crescione When you think about healthy sleep, the first organization that comes to mind may not be the American Heart Association. After all, what does sleep have to do with your heart? Well, a lot, as it turns out. So much so that last year…