Month: June 2024

KEY POINTS Summer is often celebrated for its warmth, but some can experience emotional responses of summertime sadness. Rising temps can increase feelings of irritability, along with FOMO when others post pictures on social media. Mindfulness, getting enough sleep, and seeking support can help us navigate seasonal fluctuations in mood. During the winter months, Joshua typically feels invigorated by the crisp air and the holiday season’s festivities. His routine includes early morning jogs and cozy evenings spent catching up with…

Even if you’re not a rugby fan, you probably know the name Ilona Maher: The center for USA’s Women’s Eagles Sevens has racked up over one million followers on TikTok, where she does everything from sharing inside looks into pro sports (who can forget her poking fun at the infamous “anti-sex” beds in Tokyo’s Olympic Village?) to putting female beauty standards on blast. (Case in point: posting a photo of her own cellulite to prove “we all have it.”) And…

As both a health and travel writer, there are few places I feel more in my element than at the intersection of these two worlds. One such junction is a wellness retreat. I’ve been lucky enough to attend them all over the world — ranging from fitness workshops to immersive health experiences — and my favorites as of late have included the “optimal well-being program” at Sensei Lanai, a wellness weekend at Alisal Ranch in Santa Barbara, and a Y7…