The Biggest Warning Signs That You’re Experiencing Early Menopause
Yana Iskayeva via Getty Images Hormone therapy can be a necessary treatment for some people experiencing early or premature menopause. For half of the population, menopause is something that occurs during middle age and is a sign of the end of the reproductive years. “Menopause is a natural process that occurs in women when their […]
Tom Holland Shares That He’s Been Sober For Over A Year
Tom Holland attends the “Uncharted” premiere in February. Pablo Cuadra via Getty Images Tom Holland’s latest role helped him have a better relationship with his own mental health. The “Spiderman: No Way Home” star told Entertainment Weekly in a piece published Tuesday that he has been sober for a year and four months — and […]
Feel Discouraged About… Everything? Here’s How Activists Keep Their Spirits Up
John Lamparski via Getty Images “I draw inspiration from the countless activists, leaders and trailblazers who have dedicated their lives to fighting for justice, even when it seemed impossible, in the generations before us,” said Kevin Patel, pictured at a climate strike in September 2022 in New York City. It can feel overwhelming and draining […]
Tinned Fish Is Having A Moment, But Is It Actually Good For You?
Carlo A via Getty Images Fish can come packed in either water, oil or even tomato sauce, as seen with this assortment of tinned sardines. In addition to learning to bake the perfect loaf of sourdough bread, many of us got really good at cooking with pantry staples during the lockdown phase of the pandemic. […]
Kevin Smith Says He Checked Into A Facility After ‘Scary’ Mental Health Emergency
Kevin Smith at San Diego Comic-Con in 2022. Michael Kovac via Getty Images Kevin Smith is opening up about how he learned he was minimizing traumatic experiences from his childhood, hoping others also realize that “trauma is trauma.” The “Clerks” filmmaker told People in an exclusive profile published Wednesday that in January, he woke up […]
Ever Heard Of ‘Period Flu’? Buckle Up.
Carol Yepes via Getty Images Some people experience cold- or flu-like symptoms during their menstrual cycle. People with periods know how terrible that time of the month can be, even without reaching the level of something like endometriosis or premenstrual dysphoric disorder. The mood swings, the exhaustion, the cramps — they can wipe anybody out. […]
8 Things Productivity Experts Would Never, Ever Do Before Work
JGI/Jamie Grill via Getty Images How you start your morning can create productive (or unproductive) momentum for the day. There are few things more frustrating than spending hours and hours on a task that should have been quick. But that’s the reality of an unproductive day at work, which is an all-too-common occurrence for many […]
Neurologists Share The 1 Food They Avoid To Keep Their Brains Sharp
Iryna Veklich via Getty Images You might want to lay off the decaf. When we think about improving our brain health, we often think about mind-stimulating activities like crossword puzzles, Sudoku or Wordle. But there’s a lot more to a sharp mind than brain games: Day-to-day habits play a big role in brain health, too, […]
This One ‘Harmless’ Work Habit May Actually Be Anxiety In Disguise
Catherine Falls Commercial via Getty Images Anxiety at work can manifest in many different ways, but procrastination is a common form. Do you catch yourself frequently putting off tasks on your to-do list at work? Instead of moving forward on a project with a looming deadline or being proactive about your overflowing inbox, you feel […]
8 Things Therapists Do When They’re Stressed While Traveling
d3sign via Getty Images Traveling — even when you’re going somewhere fun — can be a stressful experience. But therapists have some tricks that help them manage their anxiety in the moment. Whether you are hitting the road or getting on a plane, traveling can be a recipe for anxiety. Oftentimes, the journey to your […]