When you hear the word “recovery,” different images might come to mind. You might think of recovering from a surgery or an illness, where you need lots of downtime and rest for your body to heal itself. Or, you might think of something a little less severe, such as a papercut on your index finger – with a little warm soapy water and a squirt of triple antibiotic cream, it’s well on its way to becoming good as new. With these kinds of recoveries, it’s a straight trajectory. You get injured, you

Making the most of social distancing Today, many of us are facing a new normal. As the world adjusts to at-home work environments and virtual communication, the distance between us and our loved ones is sometimes discouraging. However, modern technology and a little positivity makes it easier than ever to communicate with the people we love the most! Whether it’s a common meal shared in separate homes, a group video call, a treasured handwritten letter or time spent swapping memories, there are

Get some much-needed “me time” while keeping your kids entertained. With the world learning to embrace and enjoy a new normal, people are spending more time indoors. Many are adapting to an at-home work environment, complete with virtual meetings. Students of all ages are also learning to study, submit assignments and take exams from the comfort of home. But even with online classes keeping the kids busy for a portion of the day, it’s still a challenge to provide the same opportunities for play

“Living your best life” is undeniably trendy right now. You see it everywhere — branded on clothing in the clearance section, pasted in the Instagram post you just double-tapped, front and center on every third item of home decor in your favorite store. We get it; everyone wants to be living their best life and proclaiming it from the heavens. “Living your best life” should headline more than your stunning vacation spot or your three-day vacation: shouldn’t it also include being the healthiest y

How many times, year after year, do you compile a lofty, beautiful, mostly achievable list of New Year’s resolutions? And how many times, after a couple months, couple weeks, maybe just a couple days, do you find yourself slipping back into your old habits, eating your old snacks, hitting the snooze repeatedly to sleep right through your workout? It might be time for a little self-reflection, to help kick-start your productivity. You’ve buried your resolutions under a pile of mail, so it doesn’

Habits, routines, rituals: seemingly interchangeable words dominate each newly suggested remedy. We typically associate the word “habit” with an action performed without thinking. These habits include everyday activities, like looking both ways before crossing the street or brushing your teeth in the morning. Similarly, routines define actions regularly penciled into our already busy schedules. You might consider making coffee before showering, grocery shopping on Fridays or checking email as so

Have you ever spent hours online researching the most effective products to clear your skin? Ever regretted buying supposedly effective products only to discover it stripped the top layer of your skin and made your body even more susceptible to breakouts and rashes? Have you tried Pinterest home remedies, turning your bathroom counter into an alchemist’s desk? Ever been so desperate for a trustworthy solution that you’ve found yourself clicking every online ad you find? It’s okay, we’ve all bee

Hawaii, the beautiful Aloha State, has been a traditional destination spot for many, whether it be for a girls trip, a honeymoon, or a surfing week. Understandably, the better known islands and cities receive most of the tourist traffic, but that doesn’t mean that the rest of the state is any less interesting! From villages on Oahu, to national forests on Maui, to volcanoes on the big island of Hawaii itself, there are so many different activities to be had. Take a day to explore the Polynesian

Vacations are all about rest and relaxation and, let’s admit it, a little bit of luxury which you don’t commonly get at home. This includes turning off the alarm clocks and enjoying getting up well past your usual wake-up call. But what about breakfast, you ask? Part of that luxury is definitely enjoying that first sip of coffee when you’re on your own time, but restricting hotel breakfast times sometimes steal that away. Never fear! In Singapore they understand the importance of leisure, so the

Greece in and of itself is picture-perfect, so shouldn’t it follow that your vacation accommodation is also Instagram-worthy? Well, you’d better have your camera ready because these hotels have beautified everything⁠—from their bedrooms to their lobbies to their restaurants⁠—for a consistent treat for your eyes. And don’t forget the pools! Some of the best poolside pictures are those optical illusions in infinity pools appearing to go on and on (Just like how you want your vacation to be, right?