All articles tagged with #self care
A psychologist outlines five actionable strategies for stressed parents: pause for a moment of mindfulness with five deep breaths, replace self-criticism with self-compassion, ask for help to support both parents and kids, respond to children with empathy, and savor positive moments to boost family well-being and resilience.
A BuzzFeed Community post gathers 28 personal strategies people used to survive and recover from very dark periods, ranging from seeking professional help and medications to daily habits like walks, quality sleep, self-care routines, limiting social media, and reaching out to friends or family for support. The thread emphasizes small, actionable choices and supportive networks as catalysts for gradual improvement in mental health.
As screen-based leisure becomes the default, Americans report high stress and poor sleep. The piece argues that multitasking across devices keeps the brain over-stimulated, undermining real rest. After a concussion, the author experienced clear benefits from two months of screen-free cognitive rest, suggesting true restoration comes from reducing cognitive load rather than adding new self-care routines. Practical tips include limiting digital multitasking, reducing interruptions, spending time in low-stimulation or analog activities (reading print, journaling, gentle movement, or device-free walks), and protecting time for genuine cognitive recovery.
The article discusses the concept of 'wintering,' a term coined by Katherine May, which encourages embracing the winter season through practices like slowing down, outdoor activity, seasonal eating, social connection, and mindset shifts to improve mental health and well-being during the colder months.
In 2026, wellbeing trends focus on prioritizing recovery over intense training, embracing JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) to reduce social pressure, and boosting brain health with supplements and mental exercises, while emphasizing simple, evidence-based self-care practices like sleep, nutrition, and stress management.
The article offers 52 practical tips for simplifying life in 2026, emphasizing doing less rather than more, such as decluttering routines, reducing digital and social pressures, and focusing on meaningful activities to improve overall well-being.
This week, Mercury enters pragmatic Capricorn, encouraging detailed focus and helpfulness, while the Cancer full moon offers a chance to release past baggage. The horoscope emphasizes self-doubt, curiosity, self-care, testing new boundaries, and trusting your instincts to seize opportunities and strengthen relationships as you start the new year.
The article discusses the importance of taking a break during the period between Christmas and New Year’s, known as Twixmas or Feral Week, emphasizing its health benefits and offering practical tips for resting even if one must work, to prevent burnout and promote well-being.
The article emphasizes the importance of creating personal rituals to add meaning and intention to everyday life and special occasions, suggesting that rituals can foster connection, self-awareness, and a sense of control, especially during the festive season.
Skipping breakfast often indicates underlying struggles such as poor time management, chronic stress, chaotic mornings, or low motivation, which can negatively impact overall well-being and daily functioning.
The article emphasizes the importance of cultivating joy through 10 research-backed microhabits, such as practicing gratitude, asking meaningful questions, noticing small moments, giving back, celebrating wins, embracing authenticity, respecting rest, and envisioning future self, to enhance overall well-being and resilience in life.
Wellness gifts, including supplements and health-focused products, are gaining popularity during the holiday season as retailers like Ulta and Target expand their offerings, driven by increased consumer interest in self-care and wellness, especially post-pandemic, with expectations for continued growth in the future.
The article discusses 11 items women tend to buy when they are close to breaking down, including weighted blankets, self-improvement journals, skincare products, tea, comfort clothes, candles, takeout, wellness supplements, new hobbies, organizing items, and plants, as ways to cope with stress and emotional overwhelm.
The article offers 10 practical ways to embrace and thrive during winter, including managing SAD with light therapy, adjusting routines to align with seasonal rhythms, fostering social connections, and rethinking holiday plans to find joy and purpose in the colder months.
After a night of overindulging in sugar, dietitians recommend returning to your normal routine without restriction, starting with a protein- and fiber-rich breakfast, eating balanced meals throughout the day, staying hydrated, moving your body, and practicing self-kindness to break the binge-restrict cycle.