In 2018 and 2019, two brain injuries left me in a state I couldn’t have imagined, forcing me to put down what I love most in the world: listening to and writing music. One concussion, followed too quickly by another, wreaked havoc on my mental and physical health, causing a cascade of negative effects that…
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New York City sure looks good on camera. The Big Apple has played a starring role in blockbuster movies and TV shows for more than a century—it’s even home to the world’s most popular filming location. For cinephiles hoping to follow in the footsteps of famous actors and directors or just see a landmark from a favorite film,…
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When I became a first-time mom in my early forties, it wasn’t something I saw reflected very often — not growing up, not in my friend circle, and certainly not in the advice I was getting. I knew I wasn’t alone. More women than ever are having children later in life. But even knowing that,…
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A good hair day may mean long flowing locks, bouncy curls, or a voluminous natural afro — and all are gorgeous! Unfortunately, mainstream personal care goods still use an overwhelmingly amount of plastic to help tame our hair — but the tides are changing. As we try to move away from plastic in hair care,…
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For dry or cracked lips, keeping natural lip balm in our pockets and purses is a must at all times. You never know when you’ll need it — for chapped lip relief, a pop of color, kisses, or more! We’ve rounded up the best natural lip balms below, both for their natural and yummy-tasting ingredients and…
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Red light therapy offers noninvasive healing for everything from muscle recovery to mental health. These are the 10 best at-home red light therapy devices, safe, easy to use, and affordable. For many years, red light therapy treatments have been available only at dermatologists’ offices or medical day spas. Today, though, portable red light devices are…
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This past Monday, I closed my laptop as the sun was on its way down, zipped up my puffer, and headed down to JG Melon for “Mandatory Melon’s Mondays.” Mandatory in name only, it’s a standing date for no other occasion than friends getting together over some of the city’s best burgers. The Monday before that,…
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Doesn’t autumn tend to feel more like the beginning of a new year than January does? The change in weather often aligns with changes in our personal lives and major political and global shifts, too. Change always necessitates adjustment — whether it’s big or small, intentional or unplanned, for the better or for the worse….
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Our team has loved playing tabletop games with our friends and families for years — these are our top picks for conversation decks that are fun, engaging, and go deep. It’s not always easy to break the ice — especially if you’re an introvert (*raises hand*). But there’s something comforting and reliable about a conversation…
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“You’re too sensitive” is a statement I’ve heard all my life. Depending on the context, it’s either meant as an insult or offered as well-meaning feedback. Regardless of the intention, I’m always left with the same feelings: Toughen up. Be stronger. Bury your emotions. Be different than who you are. When I was a teenager, my…
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