When you think of the word ecstasy, what do you think of?
Sex?
Illicit drugs?
Religious rapture? [Read more…] about The Hunt for Ecstasy
#BrilliantBabe: Game Developer Brianna Wu
Brianna Wu just wanted to make good games.
She co-founded the indie game development studio Giant Spacekat in 2010 with the mission of creating “stories for everyone.”
“I wanted to bring something to market where the women were the heroes, not an afterthought,” she explained. [Read more…] about #BrilliantBabe: Game Developer Brianna Wu
Try a Dose of Nature to Cure What Ails You
You’re feeling low, so you go for a walk in the park.
Thirty minutes later, you’re feeling strangely better.
Or maybe it’s not so strange. Your ancestors knew the benefits of time spent in nature. [Read more…] about Try a Dose of Nature to Cure What Ails You
‘No’ is a Mean Word
He’s asked you to stay for one more drink, and you know what that means. You’re not ready. What do you say?
Your boss has asked you to stay late to finish the project. You have a get-together with the girls scheduled for tonight. You’ve been looking forward to it all week. What do you say?
[Read more…] about ‘No’ is a Mean Word
The Hunt for Unscented Beauty Products
Stella doesn’t sit next to elderly ladies on the bus anymore.
“I like older people. Don’t get me wrong,” she says. “But it’s the perfume. I can’t risk it.”
For those who are sensitive to fragrances, sitting next to someone wearing perfume can be unbearable. [Read more…] about The Hunt for Unscented Beauty Products
Do Women Have Midlife Crises?
We all know the stereotype.
Man hits middle age, buys a sports car, has an affair with a twenty-something bimbo.
It’s a male privilege. Men hit a certain age, and they’re expected to go a little wild. [Read more…] about Do Women Have Midlife Crises?
Being a Good Wife & Mother Can Kill Your Sex Life
After my daughter was born, I didn’t care if I ever had sex again.
Sleepless nights. Healing stitches. Decidedly unsexy sweatpants.
The ultimate in sensual pleasure was not a massage by my beloved, but a long hot shower uninterrupted by wailing. [Read more…] about Being a Good Wife & Mother Can Kill Your Sex Life
Why Men Disappear & No One’s Getting Married
“Every time I date, I remember why I don’t date,” Karlie says. “It’s so stressful. I’d rather be home curled up on my sofa relaxing.”
Mira had a different reason. “I don’t want to get hurt. Relationships are so sticky. You’ve got to take on someone else’s problems. I’d rather just focus on my own life right now.” [Read more…] about Why Men Disappear & No One’s Getting Married
The Hidden Danger of Smartphones: 3 Ways to Help Your Teen
Our teens are in trouble.
Mental health issues are skyrocketing, including attempted suicides.
More and more high school and college students are seeking counseling for anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. [Read more…] about The Hidden Danger of Smartphones: 3 Ways to Help Your Teen
#BrilliantBabe: World’s Oldest Yoga Teacher Täo Porchon-Lynch
Every once in a while, someone comes along who can’t be real.
Like Susan Boyle, whose audition for Britain’s Got Talent broke the internet at over 100 million views in 10 days.
The most incredible performances come from those we dismiss outright. [Read more…] about #BrilliantBabe: World’s Oldest Yoga Teacher Täo Porchon-Lynch
5 Superfoods That Will Knock That Multivitamin Off Your Shelf
As a teen who hated my weight, I was more into low-calorie food than healthy food.
Unfortunately, they were usually one and the same.
So I ate healthy to lose weight, but that was the ONLY reason. [Read more…] about 5 Superfoods That Will Knock That Multivitamin Off Your Shelf
Eating for Happiness: How Food Affects Your Mood
A few years back, a friend gave me a book as a gift.
It was about the psychology of food cravings.
We think we crave certain foods because they taste good, but what we’re really after is how they make us feel. [Read more…] about Eating for Happiness: How Food Affects Your Mood
How Blue Zones Can Help You Live Longer
I was flipping through a magazine the other day when my eye caught an ad colored an extraordinary shade of blue.
It was for a face serum by Chanel.
“Longevity ingredients from the world’s blue zones,” it read. [Read more…] about How Blue Zones Can Help You Live Longer
If You Don’t Have a Date, Date Yourself
Becca was tired.
“I don’t even feel sexual anymore,” she said. “Sometimes I go out and I meet these nice guys, and they’re just so nice that all we do is hug. Maybe give each other a peck on the cheek.”
She gave me a wan smile. [Read more…] about If You Don’t Have a Date, Date Yourself
The Cost of Being a High-Performing Woman
Do you ever feel that, no matter what you do, it isn’t enough?
Your career isn’t where you want it to be. Your weight isn’t where you want it to be. You’re no Martha Stewart in the kitchen. You could be a better wife, mother, daughter, friend. [Read more…] about The Cost of Being a High-Performing Woman
