“My sobriety isn’t a limitation. Sobriety isn’t even a ‘have to’—it’s a superpower.” Brené Brown I couldn’t agree more. I’m not an addiction specialist nor am I here to judge. I’m a registered psychotherapist, conscious parent, and someone who’s benefited tremendously from sharing a substance-free relationship for several years. For some, it’s a slippery slope…
Last updated on December 6, 2021 2021 was a year of growth and reckoning. We emerged from the tribulations of 2020 with a bit more understanding, focus, and an eagerness to move forward. And with a new year on the horizon, we’re not letting that momentum wane. In 2022, when it comes to well-being, we’re…
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. December 6, 2021 — 11:26 AM Trigger warning: This article includes mentions of suicidal ideation. Women are underserved in the health space—you likely don’t need a big Wellness Trend to…
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. December 6, 2021 — 11:21 AM By now, we’re used to celebrities entering the wellness space. Oh, and the beauty industry. And becoming content creators, too. And adding entrepreneur to…
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. December 6, 2021 — 11:13 AM In the past, astrology, tarot, and medium readings have been relegated to dark, moody shops—off the beaten path and not the most accessible. But…
Throughout 2021, fertility was a high-priority topic at mbg, and we made a number of deliberate choices about how we discuss it on our site. With the guidance and advice of trusted fertility experts, we removed the word “infertility” and replaced it with a more accurate and sensitive “fertility challenge.” We similarly traded the term…
The skin care industry is an overwhelmingly face-centric one: Scores of products, procedures, miracle elixirs, treatments, and rejuvenating tools target the facial area. On some level, of course, this makes sense. Your face is the most visible part of your skin, and thus where much of our attention goes naturally. Additionally, the skin on your…
What are the most effective ways to make a narcissist miserable without putting your own well-being at risk? After all, when a narcissist feels defeated, their first line of defense is to punish you. Your misery is their gain if they can get you to back down and give them what they want. On the…
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. December 6, 2021 — 10:16 AM In our 2021 Wellness Trends, we predicted that mental fitness would take priority this year—and that phenomenon took off even more than we anticipated. …
December 6, 2021 — 10:08 AM Some things in life stay the same. The field of science and technology should not be one of those things. Just like novel medical therapies, opportunities for space exploration, and the latest smartphone technology all represent forward momentum—your vitamins should be advancing, too. That’s where the new generation of…
