September 20, 2021 — 10:00 AM Welcome to mbg moves! We’ve been working out at home more than ever lately—and we know our readers are, too. To help keep your fitness routine feeling fresh, we’re releasing a new at-home workout every Monday to start your week off strong. Each month will feature routines from a different…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. September 20, 2021 — 9:31 AM During a recent trek off the grid, I swapped my cell phone for a book and bedside lamp for a campfire and was amazed…
One of the things I love most about beauty is how it helps us connect—both with ourselves and others. We’ve talked before about how taking care of your skin or hair can help you get in touch with yourself, your priorities and needs, and how you view yourself. But it’s also a conduit for community…
Grief is a complex journey. It is a process neither linear nor easy. If you’ve experienced loss, there are many helpful resources and professionals that can support your process. But you know there is no getting over or forgetting about the one you’re grieving. Rather, there is life beyond their existence, a life marked by…
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Just a couple of months ago, many businesses were excitedly announcing the reopening of their offices, and encouraging — or even requiring — workers to come back in. But now, as Bloomberg put it, surging Delta cases have reversed “the world’s march back to the office.” The increase in Covid cases, serious illnesses and deaths,…
The soothing nature of music has been shown to have profound effects on the body. Some individuals turn to music to help them relax, regulate stress levels, and think creatively, says Georges Chahwan. While the exact mechanisms for how music facilitates these reactions are unknown, several theories exist that attempt to explain its powerful influence.…
I have this friend. She uses excuses to get out of everything related to being a responsible adult (and I mean everything!). The worst part is, she’s been doing this for so long, excuses are now a deeply embedded part of her personality. I used to gently nudge her toward ways to solve her excuses…
There are a lot of things that we human beings fear. Some fear loneliness while others fear heartbreak. Some people fear spending their lives alone while others fear love. Some fear becoming successful while others fear failure. If there is one thing I learned in life, that would be some people are living their fear,…
Traveling helps you better understand parts of yourself in various ways. By exploring new cultures and meeting with new people from different backgrounds, one learns to appreciate the diversity of human life, and how different perspectives can be, says Georges Chahwan. Traveling also encourages you to reflect on your experiences both good and bad, allowing…
