James A. Fragale Happy Birthday My Dinner with Andre, that 1981 comedy-drama, directed by Louis Malle–written by and starring Andre Gregory (Andre) and Wallace Shawn (Wally)–fictionalized versions of themselves, where they share a meal that was turned into a feature-length conversation at the classically beautiful New York’s Café des Artistes–as Erik Satie‘s haunting Gymnopédie No. 1 plays in the background. The film just turned 40 and hasn’t a single wrinkle.…
We all encounter small daily stressors and challenges that can make us feel frustrated or anxious. There’s power in acknowledging the causes of our stress before it becomes cumulative or overwhelming — and it’s also important to arm ourselves with tools and strategies to help us address stress in the moment so that we can…
In recent years, the lives we live seem to be getting busier and busier. Technology has increasingly made its way into every part of our existence — nearly everyone has powerful smartphones in their hands, pockets, or somewhere close. Economic and societal pressure has increased the need, or at least the perception, that we should…
Don’t for a minute think a dog’s circadian rhythm is not a big deal. It is. We paid a visit to the Salk Institute in Southern California, where we met Professor Satchidananda Panda, Ph.D., at his Regulatory Biology Laboratory (Panda Lab) to discuss the effects of timing on food consumption. An animal’s innate circadian rhythm dictates…
If you’re familiar with naturopathic doctor Kellyann Petrucci, M.S., N.D., you likely know she has quite the affinity for bone broth. She’s quick to tout the nutrient-rich liquid’s mighty skin and gut benefits—but it’s not the only thing she eats to support her glowing complexion. Another skin-healthy food Petrucci can’t get enough of? Blueberries. Here’s why…
Think about all that your hands and skin do: They work for you; help you connect to the world around you; act as a living, dynamic shield—keeping the good stuff in and bad stuff out. Because of this, they also experience significant wear. Add in hand-washing, sanitizing, and arid weather, and you might find your…
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. November 10, 2021 — 11:02 AM Well-being isn’t a destination—it’s a moment-to-moment intention upheld by inspiring routines and informed choices. A key part of the process? Never stop learning, and…
November 10, 2021 — 10:31 AM When a couple is trying to reinvigorate their sex life, often the implicit goal is to figure out how to do it more often. There’s a lot of focus on frequency as a marker of a good sex life. How often couples should have sex is very dependent on…
November 10, 2021 — 10:02 AM There’s a reason we’ve all done jumping jacks before: They’re simple, beginner-friendly, and get your whole body working in seconds. Here’s how to make sure you’re doing them properly, as demonstrated by fitness instructor and trainer at bande Mindy Lai—plus tips, modifications, and the benefits of this move. Start in a…
You and your husband are going through a whole new level of bumpy. Whatever’s going on between you, though, one of the best ways to deal with it is to write it out. Put your thoughts and feelings into words. Journaling is one way to do this. But writing a letter to your husband, who…
