Between cheap candy and store-bought bouquets, it’s no wonder so many people find the whole Valentine's vibe cloying, artificial, and over-hyped. We’re all in favor of sharing the love—we just think …
Why to Try a Dry January
More and more people are observing “Dry January;” an annual abstinence ritual of taking a break from all the alcohol many of us imbibed during the boozy excesses of December holiday …
Mocktail Recipes to Try This Season
For many people, the holiday season means a sharp uptick in their alcohol intake. But the abundant flow of booze at this time of year can sometimes feel like too much. So why not try some deliciously …
Why Sleep is Your Superpower
Why do we sleep? What influence does sleep, or the lack thereof, have on our work performance? Can sleep really be your superpower?Matthew Walker, professor of neuroscience and psychology at …
6 Takeaways From My Six-Week Weight-Loss & Fitness Challenge
Last summer, a friend asked me to join her in a six-week fitness challenge at a nearby gym. It promised weight loss, strength and endurance training, and a #squad-style community forged through group …
The Business of Mindfulness
The concept of mindfulness — the ability to be in the present, aware, and not overly reactive—comes from Buddhist philosophy and has been practiced in various forms for thousands of years. Long …