Month: July 2024

The term “self-care” has gained traction in recent years – but what does it really mean and how does it benefit us and those we love? Put simply, self-care is taking intentional action to preserve and enhance your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The International Self-Care Foundation (ISAF) established Self-Care Day to be observed every July 24th (7/24) to signify observing self-care, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. While this may not always be possible thanks to our…

JW: I’m Judy Wagley. This is “From the Ground Up!” When I was a very young person just hanging around the house, my dad, who was a bit of a character, would say, “Go outside and blow the stink off you!” All these years later, I realize that dad was on to something. He knew that getting outdoors is good for us. Holly Tiret is Michigan State University Extension, Senior Extension Educator, Social/ Emotional Health. Thanks for joining me today,…

As an editor who tries dozens of lip balms, I’m always pleasantly surprised when I come across one that stands out from the rest. The Ordinary is well-known for its budget-friendly basics, and while its first-ever lip product may look like your run-of-the-mill balm, there’s much more to this teardrop-shaped tube. Made with a combination of squalane and amino acids, the non-sticky formula feels almost like a serum and instantly hydrates lips without the sticky feeling of traditional moisturizing formulas.…