fix·a·tion /fikˈsāSH(ə)n/ noun 1. an obsessive interest in or feeling about someone or something. – “our fixation with diet and fitness” Why is it so difficult to move a vehement Trump supporter or a Cancel Culture activist from being so fixated and where they are unable to consider and much less listen to another point of view?…
unsplash.com Although the end of the pandemic seems to be right around the corner, the psychological side effects are only just beginning. The stress of the unknown coupled with social isolation was the perfect recipe for a long-term mental health disaster, according to experts. Now more than ever, it’s important to prioritize mental health. To…
Self care looks different for everyone. Your personal needs will vary based on your life history, body type, and special preferences. What’s more, your self care requirements will likely change over time. Establishing a healthy routine provides a priceless foundation of support, thereby allowing you to experience success in all other areas of your life.…
In March 2020, our lives were forever changed. The effects of sheltering-in-place, staying cautious, and constantly worrying about everything from the health and wellness of loved ones, the economy, and our own well-being placed us in a space of uncertainty. We had to learn to adapt, every day. The silver lining of disruption is that,…
Each step we take demonstrates why we made it out of our comfort zone and are on the path of success. You need to reach out to the inner strength that made you not freak out on the way to the airport. Our strength lies in remembering the stories from our backgrounds and growing up. These…
As a Russian-born child going to school in Ukraine—where my dad served in the military—I wore a uniform bearing a red star-shaped pin engraved with the face of Lenin. One day, a boy from a neighboring school picked up pebbles from the street and threw them at me. “Get out of here, stupid Moskal!” he…
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. On a quiet cul-de-sac in Missoula, Montana, you’ll find Nichole Stolin’s vintage jungle of a home. @wildly.rooted on Instagram, Nichole loves mixing secondhand gems with plants and funky textiles to…
Here’s an understatement: It is so, so hard to find a natural deodorant you adore. Not only does the switch to natural come with an adjustment period of sorts, where your microbiome adjusts to its new state, but it’s difficult to pinpoint your favorite formula and fragrance among all the new options out there. Take…
There’s a certain connotation when we talk about two people making love as opposed to having sex. But is there any real difference? We asked a sex coach to explain. What does “making love” mean? Making love is another way of saying having sex, though there is usually an implication that making love involves a…
Plenty of people regularly turn to melatonin in an effort to get a better night’s sleep. But how well does it actually support sleep quality, and how can you know if it’s still working for you? According to functional medicine doctor Frank Lipman, M.D., and board-certified family medicine doctor Robert Rountree, M.D., melatonin can help promote…
