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The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Season 2: What We Know So Far
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel has been a triumph for Amazon Studios since its release in November. Critics are raving and the show received two Golden Globes, one for best musical/comedy TV series and one for its star, Rachel Brosnahan, for best actress in a TV musical/comedy. Obviously, it's getting a second season.
In fact, it was actually the first Amazon series to receive a multiple-season order before it even debuted, receiving a two-season order back in April 2017. But what do we know about season two?
The only thing we know for sure is that it's coming. As for specific plotlines, Brosnahan teased for Indie Wire that Midge, the Upper West Side housewife who embarks on a stand-up comedy career after her husband leaves her, is going to struggle to navigate the different worlds she occupies.
Brosnahan says that Midge lives in three different worlds - the one where she's a wife/mother/daughter, the one where she's a working woman (she has a job at a department store to support her family), and the one where she's a budding stand-up comic - and those worlds aren't always easy to maintain simultaneously.
"[T]hose three worlds, they don't work together very well," said Brosnahan. "So I look forward to watching her struggle to maintain those three different identities simultaneously."
Brosnahan added that if Midge were to have to choose one of those worlds, she's not sure where her character would end up.
"I don't think that she'd know at this very moment. I expect that as we go along further in the series that answer will become clearer to her," said Brosnahan. "Right now, she's obviously giving stand-up her all, but she still feels very much rooted in those other worlds . . . the working world is new for her, as well, and she really loves it. It gives her a new sense of purpose that she wasn't expecting. But she is still very much rooted in her identity as a mother and a housewife. But at this point, I don't think she'd have the answer. And neither do I, but I do expect that to become clearer as we move forward."
What will be interesting to see is if the show picks up exactly where season one left off or not. In the season finale, Midge has a wildly successful set at the Gaslight while her husband, Joel, realizes just how far he has fallen and how much he lost when he gave up on his marriage to Midge. Will the show return to that moment? Or will it skip ahead a bit?
We'd love to see the show pick up pretty much immediately after the finale, if only to see how Joel conducts himself after that night. But we'll have to wait and see. The second season should premiere in late 2018. In her interview, Brosnahan told Indie Wire that shooting begins this Spring.
Rachel Bloom Dragged T.J. Miller For Hosting the Critics' Choice Awards . . . at the Critics' Choice Awards
This year's Critics' Choice Awards turned out to be an exceptionally shade-filled show, and considering recent events in Hollywood, it should come as no surprise. Continuing in the theme of roasting Hollywood's men, a former CCAs host became the butt of one of the night's most memorable bits. When presenters Rachel Bloom and Anthony Anderson took the stage, Rachel poked fun at T.J. Miller to a mixed response of chuckles and groans from the audience.
After a minute of the pair chatting back and forth about how awkward it is to read jokes written for them off a teleprompter, Rachel dropped the bombshell: "It's no more awkward than when T.J. Miller hosted this thing." T.J., who was arrested days before hosting the 2016 show, received mixed reviews for his performance and has since weathered controversy in his personal life.
Follow along with the rest of our award show coverage to keep up with the rest of the season's jokes - both hits and misses - and red carpet style.
Here Are the 2018 Critics' Choice Award Winners!
The Critics' Choice Awards have taken their toll on award season, recognizing the picks of critics in 2017's TV and film. There were a ton of extremely talented nominees, but not everyone can be a winner. While The Shape of Water, Get Out, and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri all won big, Call Me by Your Name was once again shut out. On the TV side, it was another big night for the Big Little Lies cast, as well as The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and The Handmaid's Tale! See everyone who took home a Critics' Choice award below.
Movies
BEST PICTURE
The Shape of Water
BEST ACTOR
Gary Oldman, Darkest Hour
BEST ACTRESS
Frances McDormand, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR
Sam Rockwell, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS
Allison Janney, I, Tonya
BEST YOUNG ACTOR/ACTRESS
Brooklynn Prince, The Florida Project
BEST ACTING ENSEMBLE
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
BEST DIRECTOR
Guillermo del Toro, The Shape of Water
BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY
Jordan Peele, Get Out
BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY
James Ivory, Call Me by Your Name
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
Blade Runner 2049
BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN
The Shape of Water
BEST EDITING
Dunkirk and Baby Driver
BEST COSTUME DESIGN
Phantom Thread
BEST HAIR AND MAKEUP
Darkest Hour
BEST VISUAL EFFECTS
War For the Planet of the Apes
BEST ANIMATED FEATURE
Coco
BEST ACTION MOVIE
Wonder Woman
BEST COMEDY
The Big Sick
BEST ACTOR IN A COMEDY
James Franco, The Disaster Artist
BEST ACTRESS IN A COMEDY
Margot Robbie, I, Tonya
BEST SCI-FI/HORROR MOVIE
Get Out
BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM
In the Fade
BEST SONG
"Remember Me," Coco
BEST SCORE
The Shape of Water
TV
BEST COMEDY SERIES
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
BEST DRAMA SERIES
The Handmaid's Tale
BEST ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES
Rachel Brosnahan, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
BEST ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES
Ted Danson, The Good Place
BEST ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
Sterling K. Brown, This Is Us
BEST ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES
Elisabeth Moss, The Handmaid's Tale
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES
Mayim Bialik, The Big Bang Theory
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES
Walton Goggins, Vice Principals
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES
David Harbour, Stranger Things
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES
Ann Dowd, The Handmaid's Tale
BEST MOVIE MADE FOR TV
The Wizard of Lies
BEST LIMITED SERIES
Big Little Lies
BEST ACTOR IN A MOVIE MADE FOR TELEVISION OR LIMITED SERIES
Ewan McGregor, Fargo
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A MOVIE MADE FOR TELEVISION OR LIMITED SERIES
Alexander Skarsgård, Big Little Lies
BEST ACTRESS IN A MOVIE MADE FOR TELEVISION OR LIMITED SERIES
Nicole Kidman, Big Little Lies
BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A MOVIE MADE FOR TELEVISION OR LIMITED SERIES
Laura Dern, Big Little Lies
BEST ANIMATED SERIES
Rick and Morty
BEST REALITY COMPETITION SERIES
The Voice
BEST STRUCTURED REALITY SERIES
Shark Tank
BEST UNSTRUCTURED REALITY SERIES
Born This Way
BEST TALK SHOW
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
BEST REALITY SHOW HOST
RuPaul, RuPaul's Drag Race
Everything You Need to Know About James Franco's Sexual Misconduct Allegations
James Franco is gaining a lot of praise for his work in The Disaster Artist this award season, but his acting career isn't the only thing that is making headlines. Shortly after taking home a Golden Globe for his portrayal of director Tommy Wiseau, the actor faced multiple sexual misconduct allegations from several women who have worked with him previously. As information continues to unfold, read the most important details below.
- James wears a Time's Up pin at the Golden Globes. During the award show, the actor sported a Time's Up pin in support of the initiative to end sexual harassment and assault in the workplace.
- Ally Sheedy posts (and then deletes) tweets about James. Shortly after the show, The Breakfast Club actress expressed her disdain for the actor - whom she previously worked with in 2014 during an Off-Broadway production of The Long Shrift - in a series of tweets that have since been deleted. "Why is a man hosting?" she wrote about the show's emcee, Seth Meyers. "Why is James Franco allowed in? Said too much. Nite love ya #goldenglobes." She also seemed to suggest that people like James led her to her decision to stop acting, adding, "Ok wait. Bye. Christian Slater and James Franco at a table on @goldenglobes #MeToo. James Franco just won. Please never ever ask me why I left the film/tv business."
- Violet Paley accuses James of inappropriate behavior. Ally wasn't the only actress to call James out after his win. Violet Paley, who has had small roles in series like Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll and Dad Friends, alleged that James had been inappropriate on several occasions. "Cute #TIMESUP pin James Franco," she tweeted. "Remember the time you pushed my head down in a car towards your exposed penis & that other time you told my friend to come to your hotel when she was 17? After you had already been caught doing that to a different 17 year old?" She also alleged that James offered her and a few other girls "an overdue, annoyed, convenient phone apology" shortly before the Golden Globes.
- The New York Times cancels James's TimesTalk. On Jan. 9, The New York Times decided to cancel the actor's TimesTalk about The Disaster Artist, which was scheduled for Jan. 10. "The event was intended to be a discussion of the making of the film, The Disaster Artist," a Times representative told The Hollywood Reporter. "Given the controversy surrounding recent allegations, we're no longer comfortable proceeding in that vein."
- James denies allegations. During an appearance on The Late Show, James broke his silence after host Stephen Colbert pressed him about the allegations. "The things I heard are not accurate," James said before adding that he still completely supports people for speaking out. "They didn't have a voice for so long," he said, alluding to the Time's Up movement and his decision to wear the pin in solidarity at the Golden Globes. "So, I don't want to shut them down in any way. It's a good thing and I support it." He also addressed Ally's tweets, adding that he has "no idea" what he did to her, but he has nothing but "total respect for her."
- Five women accuse James of sexually inappropriate or exploitative behavior. On Jan. 11, The LA Times published an article featuring interviews from five different women, four of whom were James's students and one of whom was being mentored by him, claiming the actor had been "inappropriate or sexually exploitative." One woman named Sarah Tither-Kaplan even spoke out on Twitter, writing, "Hey James Franco, nice #timesup pin at the #GoldenGlobes, remember a few weeks ago when you told me the full nudity you had me do in two of your movies for $100/day wasn't exploitative because I signed a contract to do it? Times up on that!"
- James's attorney denies additional allegations. The LA Times added in their piece that James's attorney has denied each of the women's allegations, referring back to the actor's appearance on The Late Show as his official statement.
Kiernan Shipka Has Already Accomplished So Much at Such a Young Age
Kiernan Shipka is making waves in Hollywood. The actress, who is best known for her role as Sally Draper on Mad Men, recently nabbed the lead role of Sabrina Spellman in the upcoming Netflix series The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. Given that Kiernan has been in the industry for quite a few years now and has two SAG Awards under her belt, it's easy to forget how old she is - or, in this case, how young she is. So, let's settle this once and for all: Kiernan was born on Nov. 10, 1999, making her 18. We can't wait to see what she has in store for us as Sabrina!
Get Out Is Finally Receiving the Praise It Deserves at the Critics' Choice Awards
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Two ceremonies in to the months-long event that is 2018 award season, Get Out is finally getting the praise it deserves. On Thursday, Get Out won big at the Critics' Choice Awards, taking home two awards early in the night: best original screenplay for Jordan Peele and best sci-fi or horror movie. Fans were upset when Get Out, which masterfully mixes humor and horror to drive home a powerful point about racial inequality, didn't win any Golden Globe awards despite its two nominations. Many people also took issue with the fact that the film was entered as a comedy for the Globes alongside less-serious movies like The Greatest Showman. With five Critics' Choice nominations, including best picture and best actor for Daniel Kaluuya, the dark-comedy-horror-satire film is gaining recognition and appreciation in the industry, and rightfully so.
When Peele accepted the Critics' Choice award for best director (scroll to the 1:40 mark in the video above), he wanted to make sure to remind people about the film's real message. In between thank-yous during his speech, he said, "This movie, for me, started with an idea that a cry for justice can come in many different forms. We wanted to entertain. We wanted to bring people in and have them scream, laugh, cry, and scream again. But we also wanted to give a message - that message being that racial injustice continues to be overlooked and we don't discuss it in a sufficient way in our society."
A comedian and actor, Peele is no stranger to the world of TV and film, but Get Out is his directorial debut. The film made an impressive $254 million worldwide - on a $4.5 million budget - so clearly Peele's message is resonating with people far and wide, as it was intended to do. Hopefully these are just the first of many awards the movie will receive.
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Nicole Kidman Thanks "All of My Children" at the Critics' Choice Awards
Nicole Kidman is taking award season by storm! After taking home a Golden Globe for her performance in Big Little Lies, Nicole raked in more gold when she nabbed the Critics' Choice award for best supporting actress in a movie made for television or a limited series on Thursday night. During her speech, Nicole thanked her costars and her team, but she also made a point to thank "all of my children" this time around.
Nicole is mother to daughters Sunny and Faith, whom she shares with husband Keith Urban, but she also shares two older children with ex-husband Tom Cruise: 22-year-old Connor and 25-year-old Isabella. Nicole didn't thank Connor or Isabella at the Emmys in September or at the Golden Globes this month, and she's also spoken very little about them over the years. The reason is still unclear, but it's possible that it has something to do with Scientology.
The Critics' Choice Award For Best Shade Goes to This "Toast to the Good Guys" in Hollywood
Critics' Choice Awards host Olivia Munn partnered onstage with Niecy Nash to deliver the absolute shadiest bit of the entire night: a toast to "the good guys" in Hollywood. The pair raised flutes of Champagne, offering gratitude "to the guys that do the bare minimum to act like human beings," including producers who hold meetings in hotel conference rooms (not bedrooms), costars who don't treat women poorly when their invitations to drinks are declined, and - most sizzlingly - to the men who spoke up for women and Time's Up at the Golden Globes.
As Niecy raised her glass to this last group of men, Olivia stopped her, reminding her that "nobody really said anything." The pair also touched on the gender pay gap, with Olivia adding, "Thank you to all the producers for paying Niecy and I the same, and Mark Wahlberg a million bucks."
Screaming at Olivia Munn and Niecy Nash roasting the men of the Golden Globes not saying anything about #timesup
- kristina monllos (@kristinamonllos) January 12, 2018
"Here's to the guys that do the bare minimum to act like human beings." Oh shit go in @oliviamunn and @NiecyNash #criticschoiceawards
😏😏😏- Jodie King (@JKingoftheNerds) January 12, 2018
Raise a glass to @oliviamunn & Niecy Nash roasting those dudes! #CriticsChoice Kudos to Rachel Brosnihan for mentioning #TimesUp!
- Katy B. (@onlyintheozarks) January 12, 2018
Check out the rest of our Critics' Choice Awards coverage for more jokes . . . and maybe even some good guys.
Gal Gadot Singlehandedly Delivered the Most Important Critics' Choice Speech
Gal Gadot took home the #SeeHer award at the Critics' Choice Awards on Thursday night. According to a statement released by the Broadcast Film Critics Association in December, the special award "recognizes a woman who embodies the values set forth by the #SeeHer movement - to push boundaries on changing stereotypes and recognize the importance of accurately portraying women across the entertainment landscape." The Wonder Woman actress was presented with the honor by the movie's director, Patty Jenkins, who called Gal a "wonderful human being who used all her superpowers to breathe life, complexity, and joy into a tour de force performance."
Gal, following in the footsteps of last year's honoree Viola Davis, delivered an equally inspiring speech when she took the stage to a standing ovation. "Throughout my career, I was always asked to describe my dream role," she began. "Later, I was cast as Wonder Woman . . . She's full of heart, strength, compassion, and forgiveness. She takes action when everyone around her is idle . . . She gets confused, insecure, and that's what makes her real."
The star concluded her moving speech by praising Patty for their female-led success at the box office and dedicated the award to the women the Time's Up movement wants to help combat workplace sexual harassment and assault. "As artists and filmmakers, it's not only our job to entertain, but to inspire and educate about love and respect," she said. "[This is dedicated] to those who can't stand or speak for themselves . . . I will never be silent."
Dacre Montgomery Ditches His Stranger Things Mullet For the Critics' Choice Awards
If at first glance you didn't recognize Dacre Montgomery without his Stranger Things mullet, you're not alone. The actor, who plays Billy on the hit Netflix show, looks pretty much unrecognizable without the signature 'do. That being said, we can only assume all eyes were on him while he walked the blue carpet at the Critics' Choice Awards on Thursday night (for obvious reasons). Mullet or no mullet, the Australian actor had us blushing as he posed for photographers and sidled up to costar Joe Keery, and later presented with Natalia Dyer. Check out more photos ahead!
How Kate Middleton Is Thriving During Her Third Pregnancy
Kate Middleton is currently pregnant with her third child with Prince William, and she is having more fun than ever! Even though she suffered from hyperemesis gravidarum (severe morning sickness) at the start of her pregnancy, Kate seems to be doing much better. In addition to having no problem finding cute maternity clothes, the expectant mother has really let her personality shine through and doesn't seem to be letting her pregnancy slow her down. Read on to see all the ways Kate is making the most out of her third pregnancy.
6 Mindful Eating Practices to Feel Happier and More Satisfied
An easy way to improve your relationship with food and help you appreciate your food more is to practice mindful eating. Rather than placing the emphasis on what to eat to improve your health, become more aware of how to eat.
Certified dietitian Leslie Langevin, MS, RD, CD, of Whole Health Nutrition recommends mindful eating to her clients to help them lose weight, eat healthier, prevent emotional eating, and make meals feel more satisfying. Here are some ways you can practice mindful eating every time you eat.
The Absolute Best Piece of Weight-Loss Advice I Ever Received
Making major lifestyle changes is always a tough feat to accomplish. Whether you're adopting a brand new diet, trying to get eight hours of sleep a night, or giving up alcohol for the first time, shifting to a brand new habit is far from easy. The same goes for losing weight. When you're trying to shed excess pounds, it often all boils down to a culmination of everyday choices we make. And we all know that those daily habits are the hardest ones to keep.
My weight has fluctuated over the years, but 2017 was finally the year when my weight-loss efforts stuck. I'm sure it was due to a combination of smart choices, like eating a plant-based diet and strength training more often, but much of my success can be attributed to one piece of weight-loss advice that made it so much easier to reach my goals: ignore everyone.
This may sound unconventional and perhaps a little wacky, but trust me, when implemented in a smart way, this instruction will give you all the tools you need to reach your own goals. Here are three reasons why this advice has helped me so much in the past.
People Will Always Comment on Your Weight-Loss Efforts
When you change up your diet or fitness routine, these changes ripple out and affect other parts of your life. Your friends and family will notice that you're eating differently and that you're spending more time at the gym. Because they love you (and because they think they know what's best for you), they will probably make remarks here and there about the changes they see.
They mean well, but they'll likely say the wrong things to you at some point. They'll probably tell you that you need to eat bigger portions, that you don't really need to lose weight in the first place, or that you're no longer any fun because you turned down that one dessert. It can be really hard to stick to your guns and take care of yourself when you have all these opinions flying in from various directions. Just remember that it's not their choice what your portion sizes are or which dessert you choose to eat.
I learned this past year that you can't listen to any of this crap. Other people will see and interpret things in their own way, based on their own experiences and judgments. You don't have to base any of your choices on anyone's point of view. The moment you let someone else sway your decision making is the moment you get thrown off the course you specifically set out for yourself.
The Only Ones Worth Listening to Are the Experts
When I say "ignore everyone," I don't necessarily mean you have to ignore everyone. I just mean that you have to dodge opinions that are always being thrown your way. However, when it comes to a nutritionist or trainer who you've sought help from, that's when it pays to listen up.
Do your research, and find an expert that you trust. It might be an online personality who offers detailed, well-researched information on whatever diet or fitness plan you're doing, or it might be your doctor that you see on a regular basis. But whoever it is, make sure they're a professional who has a trustworthy track record. This is the kind of person who will help you create a healthy weight-loss plan for yourself - regardless of what people around you think.
It's All About You at the End of the Day
Your weight loss has nothing to do with anybody else - it's all about you and what you hope to accomplish. When I finally realized that to be true, I felt liberated. I no longer had to feel bad that I was saying no to big parties that were full of binge-drinking, or that I was turning down my friend's invite to a fast food joint. I only had to focus on myself, and that gave me the freedom to do whatever I needed to do, free of guilt. Because I wasn't trying to please other people anymore, I had more time to meal prep, spend time with encouraging friends, and find fun workouts to do.
I highly recommend keeping a journal or making a laminated card that lists out all your intentions and goals. When outside forces start to weigh in on you, go back and revisit what it is you're working toward. This will make it much easier to block out the external noise and hone in on your goals.
This Push-Up Challenge Will Make You Insanely Strong in 30 Days
If being able to do 50 push-ups is on your fitness bucket list, it's time to make it happen. Just like the 30-Day Squat Challenge, here's a plan to build your upper body and core strength so that by the end of the 30 days, you'll be able to bust out 50 push-ups.
This challenge involves five push-up variations to not only prevent boredom and overuse injuries but to also help sculpt other areas of the body. Here are instructions for the five different variations, followed by a 30-day plan to get you all the way to 50.
Number 1: Basic Push-Up
- Come into plank position with your arms and legs straight, shoulders above the wrists.
- Take a breath in, and as you exhale, bend your elbows out to the sides and lower your chest toward the ground. Stop as soon as your shoulders are in line with your elbows. Inhale to straighten the arms. This counts as one rep.
- If this is too difficult, do this exercise with your knees on the floor.
Number 2: One-Legged Push-Up (Left Leg)
- Begin in plank position.
- Extend your left leg straight behind you so it's parallel with the floor. Engage your abs, and try to keep your left heel in line with your hips.
- With your left leg extended and your right toes on the floor, exhale to bend the elbows, lowering into a push-up. Inhale to straighten your arms.
- This counts as one rep.
- If this is too difficult, the photo above shows how to do this push-up variation with your right knee resting on the floor.
Number 3: One-Legged Push-Up (Right Leg)
- Now switch sides. From plank position, extend your right leg straight behind you so it's parallel with the floor. Engage your abs, and try to keep your right heel in line with your hips.
- With your right leg extended and your left toes on the floor, exhale to bend the elbows, lowering into a push-up. Inhale to straighten your arms.
- This counts as one rep. As mentioned above, if this is too difficult, rest your left knee on the floor.
Number 4: T Push-Up
- Begin in plank position.
- Take a breath in, and then exhale to bend your elbows, lowering into a push-up.
- Inhale to straighten your arms, and at the top of your push-up, lift your left arm straight up overhead, rotating your torso to stack your shoulders, and turn your heels to the right, making a T-shape with your body.
- Exhale to place your left palm back on the ground and lower into a push-up.
- Inhale to straighten your arms and lift your right arm up overhead, rotating your torso and turning heels to the left.
- Exhale to place your right hand back on the ground.
- Doing a T push-up on both sides counts as one rep.
Number 5: Diamond Push-Up
- Begin in plank position. Place your hands together, directly under your sternum, with the tips of your index fingers and thumbs touching. Your fingers and thumbs should form a diamond or triangle shape.
- After an inhale, exhale to bend your elbows, lowering your chest toward the floor.
- Inhale to straighten the arms.
- This counts as one rep.
- If this is too difficult, try separating your hands a couple inches or widening your feet slightly. Still too hard? Then lower the knees to the ground.
The Plan
Instead of rolling out 50 regular push-ups in a row, you'll work up to doing 10 reps of each. This plan gives your upper body a day of rest every two days, but feel free to strength train other areas of the body on those rest days.
If you're new to the push-up scene, it's OK to perform these push-ups with your knees resting on the floor if straight legs is too difficult. But keep in mind that unless you practice doing push-ups on your toes with your legs straight, you'll never be able to do them. So do as many reps as you can with proper form with your knees lifted, and lower them when your arms start to fatigue. It's also OK to rest your arms if you need to (in ChIld's Pose or Seated Heart Opener), but as the plan progresses and you build strength and endurance, spend less time on your knees and resting, and more time rocking these push-up variations.
| Day of Month | Exercise | Total Push-Ups |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 1 rep of each | 5 |
| Day 2 | 1 rep of each, repeat 2x | 10 |
| Day 3 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 4 | 2 reps of each | 10 |
| Day 5 | 1 rep of each, repeat 3x | 15 |
| Day 6 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 7 | 2 reps of each, repeat 2x | 20 |
| Day 8 | 3 reps of each | 15 |
| Day 9 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 10 | 2 reps of each, repeat 3x | 30 |
| Day 11 | 4 reps of each | 20 |
| Day 12 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 13 | 3 reps of each, repeat 2x | 30 |
| Day 14 | 4 reps of each | 20 |
| Day 15 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 16 | 5 reps of each | 25 |
| Day 17 | 6 reps of each | 30 |
| Day 18 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 19 | 4 reps of each, repeat 2x | 40 |
| Day 20 | 6 reps of each | 30 |
| Day 21 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 22 | 7 reps of each | 35 |
| Day 23 | 8 reps of each | 40 |
| Day 24 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 25 | 8 reps of each | 40 |
| Day 26 | 9 reps of each | 45 |
| Day 27 | Rest | 0 |
| Day 28 | 9 reps of each | 45 |
| Day 29 | 5 reps of each, repeat 2x | 50 |
| Day 30 | 10 reps of each | 50 |
The Top 4 Workouts to Avoid If You're Trying to Lose Weight
We encourage all types of fitness, for more reasons than just weight loss. While weight loss is an awesome side effect of working out and living a healthier lifestyle, exercise can benefit your brain, your mood, your sleep, and your overall health, too!
However, if you're focusing on dropping pounds, are there types of exercises you should flat-out avoid? We asked certified personal trainer John Rowley - International Sports Science Association (ISSA) director of wellness and founder of UX3 Nutrition - for his opinion on the matter. While we still encourage anyone to give these workouts a shot (in fact, we love all of them!), these four may not give you the results you're looking for if weight loss is your top priority.
- CrossFit: "CrossFit is number one on the hit list," Rowley said in an email. "The risk-to-results ratio just isn't there." If you're just beginning your weight-loss journey, you likely won't have the strength to get an effective workout without injuring yourself. "It's very popular, and I can see how fun and challenging it is," he noted. "But the way the exercises are done is very dangerous, especially for someone not in tiptop shape."
- Yoga: Rowley explained that yoga "has a lot of benefits, but losing weight is not one of them." Although you'll gain strength and tone up, if you're aiming to shed pounds, "you want to work as much of your body as possible to lose weight and to stimulate your metabolism," and Rowley said yoga is not the most effective way to do so.
- Indoor Cycling: While indoor cycling classes are great for exercise veterans, Rowley said, "they can get out of control as well," and the format of the classes can put you at risk for injury. "The rooms can get too hot, the movements can be too aggressive for some, and any vigorous exercise will make you hungry." More on that hunger in the next point . . .
- Cardio-Only Routines: Rowley said these should be avoided if your only goal is weight loss. Why? The munchies. "Cardio will help burn calories but can often make you hungry, leading to excessive calorie-consuming after workouts," putting you at a higher risk for undoing your progress. Additionally, if you're only doing cardio and not balancing with strength training, it can lead to muscle loss. "The loss of muscle destroys your metabolism; if you are going to do cardio, do it in conjunction with a well thought-out weight training workout."
Again, we love (and do) each of these workouts - and you absolutely can lose weight doing any of them. But if your number one goal is weight loss, Rowley warned, you might want to reprioritize your workout schedule.
So what should you do? "The only way for lasting, healthy weight loss that will change your body composition is through resistance training," Rowley said. "Lifting weights stimulates your muscles; your muscles burn calories even when you are eating and resting." We encourage you to be open to all types of workouts - get comfortable with movement of all types! But start with a good, healthy balance of strength training (as recommended by this trainer) and a bit of cardio to help build up your endurance so you can keep shedding pounds and crush your goals.
I Didn't Eat Dinner For 1 Week and This Is What Happened to My Belly
My almost-nine-month intermittent fasting (IF) journey has been life-changing. Who knew not eating breakfast would make me feel so energized, more focused, and less bloated, as well as help me sleep better and lose that extra baby weight I had been holding onto for years? I love that it gives me the freedom to eat bigger meals and to eat what I want. Sticking with IF has been a no-brainer.
Before
The only issue is, as you can see from the above photo, even though I've kept up with my workouts, I've been chowing on a little too much during my eating window and I've gained a few extra pounds. While intermittent fasting helps me keep my calories in check throughout the day, over the last month, I got in the habit of overeating at dinner.
Not only could I see it in my belly - the first place I tend to gain weight - but I felt so uncomfortably bloated. Stomach pains were keeping me up at night, and feeling bloated in the morning made it hard to push myself during my 5:45 a.m. CrossFit classes. Another side effect: I was feeling super hungry a couple hours earlier than I normally would the next day.
After
I had to make a change. After talking with fellow POPSUGAR Fitness editor Gina Florio, who also does intermittent fasting but eats between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., I decided to switch up my eating window. Instead of skipping breakfast, I was going to skip dinner and see how I felt.
Instead of eating from noon to 7 p.m., I ate from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., keeping up with the seven-hour eating window that worked for me. Here's what I ate:
9:00 a.m.: Overnight oats with peanut butter, chia seeds, pecans, and blueberries or a protein smoothie with a homemade granola bar
1:00 p.m.: Big kale salad with tofu, chickpeas, sunflower seeds, and avocado
3:30 p.m.: Banana with nut butter or Kite Hill almond milk yogurt with berries and nuts
The first three days were f*cking hard. It was weird to eat before noon after not eating breakfast for almost nine months. I hated how foggy-headed I was and how low-energy I felt from digesting.
Here's the part that sucked the most. Having two young kids, family dinner time is everything. I absolutely love cooking and creating nourishing meals. I love sitting around the dinner table, sharing a warm home-cooked meal, talking about our days, laughing, and just enjoying the one time we can all be together during the day that isn't rushed. I was still able to chat with everyone, but sitting there with a cup of tea and an empty plate just wasn't the same. I wasn't prepared for how sad I'd feel missing out. I wasn't hungry at all - I was just sad.
Physically, I did feel much better. Falling asleep was more challenging, since I felt a little hungry and daydreaming about food kept me up. But since I wasn't overeating at night, I had no more evening bloating and I slept well. When I woke up at 5 a.m. to go to the gym, I was unusually starving, though. Hunger pangs went away after I started the workout, but I felt a little less energized to push myself.
I could not wait to go back to my old eating window of skipping breakfast. It just works better with my life and feels way more effortless, so it's something I can maintain. This one-week challenge did teach me a thing or two about controlling my overeating issues, though.
Missing out on family dinner time has reminded me why it's so damn important. I've been putting less food on my plate and really focusing on talking more and eating slower. I realized that much of my overeating happens after dinner is over. So now I don't finish what my kids didn't eat and I put away the leftovers before we start eating so I'm not tempted just to grab extra spoonfuls of pasta or soup just because it's there. I've also stopped nibbling on food while making the kids' lunches for the next day.
Although I loved how amazing my belly felt (and looked) after skipping dinner, there is no way in hell I could maintain this and still be happy. I'll never skip dinner again! If you're going to try intermittent fasting, find an eating window that works with your life. It should be effortless. If it's not, you're not doing it right.
33 Healthy, Inspiring Women You Should Be Following on Instagram
While you might not yet be familiar with the Australian trainer and Instagram sensation Kayla Itsines's Bikini Body Guide workouts, the comprehensive fitness and nutrition guides sparked a cultural phenomenon. Kayla's body-positive, inclusive point of view has created a community of empowered women; said global community erupted on social media, taking shape in an infinite number of Instagram iterations, sometimes referred to as "BBG accounts."
Just scroll through #bbgsisters, #thekaylamovement, or #kaylasarmy, and you'll immediately be overwhelmed with endless jaw-dropping transformations, tearjerking weight-loss stories, women overcoming eating disorders and becoming stronger, and some seriously motivational fitness tips and recipes. From the Netherlands to Singapore, Ohio to Idaho, South Africa to Australia, and everywhere in between, here are a handful of our favorite BBG Instagram accounts - and if we've missed your favorite, be sure to tell us in the comments below!
Canada's opioid crisis crosses 'entire spectrum of society,' poll says
One in eight Canadian adults says they have family members or close friends who have become dependent on opioids in the last five years, an Angus Reid poll says.
Alcohol may be 'very damaging' to people with 'Asian glow'
Why does drinking alcohol boost your risk of cancer? By damaging the DNA in your stem cells, a new study suggests. And if your face flushes red after you sip half a bottle of beer, like many Asians, you could be getting way more DNA damage than other people.
Anonymous donor gives Centre for Addiction and Mental Health $100M
Canada's largest mental health hospital has been given $100 million by an anonymous donor, with the goal of developing cures for psychiatric conditions that affect almost seven million Canadians.
What to do if your dog catches the flu
The Atlantic Veterinary College in Charlottetown is telling pet owners to keep an eye out for signs of canine influenza or dog flu.
Sale of controversial 'miracle' tonic results in dozens of charges
A B.C. man and an Alberta woman face dozens of Food and Drug Act charges related to the promotion of a so-called miracle tonic touted as capable of curing everything from AIDS to autism. The charges come after Health Canada spent years trying to crack down on the sale of sodium chlorite.
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33 Sure Signs That You're an Empath
Do you pick up on the vibe of a room the moment you walk in? Can you almost always tell when someone is lying? Do you just generally have A LOT of feelings? You're probably an empath. You may be familiar with the spectrum of personality types between introverts and extroverts, but empaths are a whole other type of personality you may not know about. Empaths are often (but not always) more introverted, but the key aspect of the personality type is an empath's ability to relate to and absorb the feelings of other people. Empaths are extremely sensitive to their surroundings, and they are very affected by the energies of those around them.
There are positives to being an empath; for instance, they are sympathetic, caring, and understanding. They are intuitive and have the ability to influence the mood and energy around them. Empaths are good listeners and caretakers, and they are known for their compassion for others. However, being an empath definitely has its challenges. Because they are so sensitive, they can sometimes have difficulty differentiating other people's energy from their own. Commercials, movies, books, TV, the news, seeing the struggles of others - anything with an emotional element can affect empaths on a deeper level. Outside circumstances and situations can have a huge impact on the mental - and even physical - state of an empath. Empaths can unconsciously mirror other people's habits and moods, and for better or worse, they can soak up the energy around them. Empaths need to make sure to care for themselves in addition to caring for the rest of the world. Here are some signs you're an empath.
- You're extremely intuitive.
- It's easy for you to tell when people are lying.
- The energy of other people can change your own energy.
- You get "gut feelings" often (and they're almost always right).
- You often feel other people's pain.
- You consider yourself an introvert.
- You need to be near water.
- You often find yourself absorbing other people's emotions (both good and bad).
- You can get overwhelmed when surrounded by a lot of people.
- People feel like they can come to you when they have a problem.
- You're very sensitive.
- You love to be outside in nature because it revitalizes you.
- Being around certain people can make you feel drained.
- You feel physically or emotionally sick when seeing upsetting things in the news, on TV, or in movies.
- Your mood changes depending on who you're in a room with.
- You feel the same feeling around a specific person each time you see them.
- You have a big heart.
- You constantly seek answers for everything.
- You know that your energy can change the atmosphere around you.
- You go back and forth between being very expressive and very reclusive.
- You sometimes find yourself putting others' needs before your own.
- You value your alone time.
- You're a good listener.
- You deal with stomach issues and chronic fatigue due to emotional stress.
- You know and understand things, without needing any explanation.
- You are a creative type.
- You're a big animal-lover.
- You always need to know the truth and do not like deceit.
- You're a free spirit and find yourself daydreaming often.
- You're prone to mood swings (based on the environment you're in at the time).
- You're extremely open-minded and accepting of all people and lifestyles.
- You won't let a problem go until you find a satisfying solution.
- You sense things that other people miss.
41 Insane Facts You Definitely Don't Know About Disneyland
You think you know everything about Disneyland? Wrong. There's some mind-blowing facts out there that even the ultimate Disney fan doesn't know. Check out all the fascinating things we discovered about the happiest place on earth and test your knowledge.
33 Magical Disney Wallpapers For Your Phone
People who are obsessed with Disney aren't shy about hiding it - and they shouldn't be. The company brings people together through its films, parks, toys, and so much more. If you're a fan, it's time to show off your love of the company and its characters with some lovely wallpapers for your iPhone 6.
To download the wallpapers, just click on a photo and enter full-screen mode. Once you do that, just right click and save the image to your computer. On your actual phone? Just press on the image itself and hit "Save image." Then, set it as your new wallpaper.
Once you're done looking through these, check out the geeky wallpapers we've rounded up - you'll find plenty more to suit your interests!
18 Slang Words That Will Make You Sound Like an Old Fart
As a Millennial in my 20s, it's hard to believe that my generation is slowly becoming dated, especially when it comes to our slang. Everything we used to think was supercool, like playing Oregon Trail, is now seen as archaic and lame by the generation after us. Since we're not entirely sure if we'll ever get a handle on using the cool new terms like "sus" and "stan," we're going to take a trip down slang memory lane and revisit our favorites. Do you still say any of the words on this list? If so, it might make you sound old, but hopefully it stokes you up and makes you raise the roof with your homies.
8 Things You Need to Do Before Selling Your iPhone
Ready to trade in your old iPhone for the new one? Before you do, take a look at this checklist to make sure you've deleted all important data from your iPhone. Don't leave anything behind!
- Back up your iPhone.
- Remove photos from Camera Roll. Connect the device to your computer and open Image Capture or iPhoto. Select all photos and then click Import All. In iPhoto, choose to "delete photos from your iPhone" after importing. In Image Capture, if the "Delete Items After Downloading" option no longer appears, try this: turn off "Photos" in iCloud on your Mac and iPhone, then restart both devices, and you should see the delete button.
- Turn iMessage off. Open the Settings app > Messages > iMessage > switch to off.
- Turn FaceTime off. Open the Settings app > FaceTime > switch to off.
- Disable your iCloud account. Open the Settings app > iCloud > tap "Sign Out."
- Log out of Apple ID. Open the Settings app >App and iTunes Stores > tap Apple ID and sign out.
- Restore to factory settings. Open the Settings app > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.
- Unregister your device at supportprofile.apple.com.
- Call your carrier and ask them to disassociate the device from your account.
An important tip! Whatever you do, don't manually delete contacts, photo streams, calendars, or reminders while logged in to your iCloud account. This will also delete the content from the iCloud servers and your iCloud-connected devices (like your iPad or laptop).
Another important tip! If your phone accidentally runs out of battery during the "restore to factory settings" step, use iTunes to erase data. Connect the device to your computer, then restore the backup. Connect your phone to power, go to Settings app > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings again.
OK, but seriously, this is the last important tip! You can erase your device remotely. If you set up Find My iPhone, sign into icloud.com/#find, then click on All Devices and select the phone you want to erase. In the info window, click "Erase iPhone." You'll need to enter your Apple ID password.
How I Turned My Ikea Couch Into a $10,000 Designer Sofa
I don't believe you grow out of Ikea past the age of 25. I love the Swedish brand's minimalist aesthetic. And since I like to mix things up, the price point works for a design commitment-phobe like me. Despite my Ikea love, after three years, my Karlstad sofa started to look a bit sad. Since the low-profile sofa fit perfectly in my open living room, I decided to give it a designer-couch makeover instead of replacing it.
This Raleigh Sectional from Design Within Reach (pictured above) served as my inspiration. The walnut frame matched the midcentury vibe I strive for, and the light fabric color would add to the airy look in my bright living space. That sofa retails for as much as $10,000. I knew I could DIY the look for less. Read on for how I did it.
What No One Tells You About the KonMari Method
I'm an evangelist for Marie Kondo, the Japanese organizational guru whose unique tidying techniques have become a worldwide sensation. I've read both of her books and completed the full decluttering/reorganizing program in six months. In the last year, it has been my favorite thing to bring up to my friends, co-workers, heck, even distant cousins. I am obsessed, because it really has transformed my living space and shattered many of my bad habits related to tidying. Some people aren't convinced and steadfastly refuse to KonMari their home. Me, on the other hand, I'm a fervent believer, because I learned so much. Here are my greatest takeaways based on my experience.
Lesson 1: Getting rid of everything that doesn't "spark joy" is really liberating.
I know this sounds extreme, and I know some people claim there is room for regret with all the purging that happens, but not me. It was a chance to get rid of that set of lamps I always loathed, the antler candelabras and other ridiculous items I never used and somehow casually inherited, and the piles of unread books that bubbled up anxiety and regret every time I looked at them. Getting rid of all the extra junk felt so empowering and liberating, and it paved the way to celebrating and cherishing the few items I really love.
Lesson 2: Scaling back on my possessions made it easy to move.
I completed the KonMari Method while I was living in a dark studio apartment with views of white concrete walls. I had been there five years and felt the itch to move, but I didn't know how I was going to do it in crazy-expensive San Francisco. That same week, I ran into my landlord. She was trying to fill an empty unit, and on a whim, I asked to see it. One week later, I signed the lease and moved in to a beautiful, spacious, sunny apartment overlooking a courtyard and five-story-tall avocado tree. This was a month ago. Never in my wildest imagination could I have done such a thing had I not purged myself of all the extra stuff I had accumulated in my 10 years of adult living.
Lesson 3: I became confident about my sense of design (for the first time!).
My mom is an interior designer (her San Francisco apartment was even featured on POPSUGAR!). She's a pro at organizing spaces, filling them with bold colors, fabulous pieces of furniture, and thought-provoking accessories. Before Kondo, I felt completely reliant on my mom for anything and everything related to interior design and would avoid moving or getting rid of anything, even silly junk. But afterward, I realize I actually have a distinct design style, separate from my mom's. I love sparkly metallics against whites and light browns. I like my cookbooks to be color-coded like a rainbow. I carefully potted my own succulent arrangements to perch on sunny spots around the house. I prefer my kitchen and bathroom to be stark clean and shine brilliantly white.
Lesson 4: I feel relaxed and joyful in my home.
In her first title, The Life‑Changing Magic of Tidying Up, Kondo says, "When you put your house in order, you put your affairs and your past in order, too." It's true. The hardest part of the KonMari Method is purging keepsakes that hold a lot of emotional significance like old love letters and, for me, hundreds of pages of notes from my favorite professor's classes in college and all my ballet clothes, including my first set of point shoes. It's painful to say goodbye to these things, yes, but something sort of woo-woo happens when they become out of sight. Before, my house was a dark, heavy place filled to the brim with stuff from my past. After, it became a light, bright place with no history and no regrets. As Kondo puts it, it's a space that's "A detachment from the past. Not fearing the future." And now, every time I walk into my apartment, I'm filled with relaxation and joy. Imagine that!
The Truth About Getting Your Home Renovated on Property Brothers
We would be lying if we said that in all the hours of Property Brothers watching we have under our tool belts, we hadn't pretended it was us on screen. It's nearly impossible not to imagine what it would be like to create our dream home with Drew and Jonathan; what outdated house would we have Drew put an offer in on? How many walls would we demand Jonathan knock down to create our open concept living area? What personalized wall art project would the brothers thoughtfully surprise us with? Would we meddle during the renovations? Cry at the reveal? The only way to know is to be on the show, and now we know exactly what producers look for when picking the homeowners. Think you have what it takes to be cast on Property Brothers? Keep reading to find out.
You Must . . .
- Have a Sidekick
No solo Sallys allowed. They want a dynamic duo, be it you and your spouse, partner, friend, whatever.
- Have a Reno Budget of at Least $65,000 USD
Jonathan might be a magician, but he still needs some moolah to work his magic.
- Pick the Four Rooms You Want Made Over
With a six- to seven-week shooting schedule, they don't have time to gut whole houses! Applicants must pick four rooms they want their renovation budget to cover.
- Decide Between Renovating the Kitchen or the Bathroom - Not Both
You can't have it all. You must pick between these two expensive and time-consuming house hot spots.
- Throw In a 25 Percent Contingency Fee
Things inevitably go wrong (leaky roof, termite infestation, bad electrical wiring) and when they do, the Property Brothers want a homeowner who can survive the unbudgeted overages.
- Tell Them What House You're Already Looking At
The application asks you to give the address of a house you're interested in and even provides a space for you to tell them when you're closing on a house if you've already purchased one.
- Be Free to Film Eight Weekdays
If you want to be on the Property Brothers, you better make time for them - they need you to be available to shoot for eight days total over the course of six to seven weeks.
- Make Quick Decisions
Dilly-dalliers need not apply; the Property Brothers are busy and they need to keep your reno moving along.
- Have Funding Already Lined Up
No point in casting you if you can't actually purchase a home. They want to know exactly how you're going to finance this major purchase.
4 Ways Decluttering Will Improve Your Health
Medical professionals and organizers alike believe that a cluttered home is not just an aesthetic problem - it can lead to very real health issues like insomnia, weight gain, anxiety, and depression. Done & Done NYC has worked with many clients who experience health symptoms related to a messy house and a messy mind. Based on our extensive experience, we have zeroed in on the biggest problem areas in your home, and can teach you how to clear harmful clutter.
1. Cluttered surfaces can create anxiety.
The Problem: Surfaces covered in papers, makeup, clothes, and dishes create a sense of visual chaos.
How it affects you health: You will almost certainly have trouble finding what you need, which can lead to the stressful experience of rushing out of the house every morning. Do you lose important things, like your car keys or work documents in your own home? Increased stress levels can raise your cortisol levels and increase your risk of cardiovascular issues and anxiety and insomnia. It will make you more distracted and less productive. It can also spread stress to your roommates, family members, and co-workers, which can lead to interpersonal conflicts.
The Solution: Schedule a weekend to declutter your home. Purge your closet, open the mail that's piling up, and buy some attractive bins to keep items by category like makeup, office supplies, and other items. Then, establish an ironclad daily routine. Kate's Pawlowski, cofounder of Done & Done NYC, suggests, "after having coffee, spend five minutes on each of the following tasks: clearing tables, loading the dishwasher, fold clothes, make your bed. This way, you will never have to return to a messy house after a long work day, and prevent a clutter relapse by letting things pile up."
2. Messy, unfinished projects can lead to depression.
The Problem: Your knitting is in a knotted pile on the floor of your bedroom. Or you started crafting, but halfway through had to leave to go out. That was six months ago and you still haven't picked it back up!
How it affects your health: The feeling of never finishing a project can reinforce negative beliefs about ourselves that affect our self-esteem. These hobbies are important to our creative lives and should be outlets for our creativity, not a drain on our energy.
The Solution: Create a dedicated workspace for your projects. If you don't have the space for a desk and storage, then organize each project into bins and stack them in a closet. The objective is to centralize your projects in one place so they don't spill all over your house. If you are in the middle of one right now, and don't have the time or willingness to finish: give yourself permission to throw it away, and start again another time. Remember: hobbies are supposed to be pleasurable and stress relieving!
3. A chaotic bedroom can prevent a good night's sleep.
The Problem: Your bedroom doubles as your living room and home office, and the floor is a stew of papers, clothes, and blankets.
How it affects your health: Even if you're not conscious of it, a cluttered bedroom can make you restless and keyed up before bed. Insomnia can reinforce anxiety and leave you lethargic all day long.
The Solution: If possible, take all nonsleep related things out of the bedroom. Your laptop should live in your office or in your living room, as should all work and creative things. Fold your clothes neatly in your closet to keep your floor clear. Kate even keeps her phone in her living room at all times, so she isn't tempted to scroll through her Instagram feed before bed. Make a rule about what goes in your bedroom and keep it totally analog: a good book, a cup of herbal tea, and a snuggly blanket (or snuggle buddy!).
4. Holding onto things you don't use can lead to weight gain.
The Problem: You feel so overwhelmed at home that your meals are a mad dash to the fridge. You have so much on your mind, carving out the time to go to the gym isn't an option. Sitting down to a peaceful meditation in the morning? Please.
How it affects your health: You may not think that clutter, meditation, and weight gain are related, but they definitely are. Peter Walsh, fellow professional organizer, argues that the stress of a cluttered home can elevate certain hormones that cause your body to hold onto excess weight. Not to mention that a calm mind is more in tune with the body, and is apt to choose healthier foods.
The Solution: Once you're finished with your living room and bedroom clear out, move onto your kitchen. Organize your refrigerator into sections. Proteins such as meat and tofu can go on one shelf, vegetables and fruits in the drawer, milk and yogurt on the shelf. Being able to see what's in your fridge will let you shop smarter when at the grocery store, so you always have what you need. Also, your newly organized home will give you the mental clarity to truly be able to ask yourself, "What do I want to eat?" Meals are no longer acts of hurried desperation, but thoughtful and mindful experiences.
Change doesn't happen overnight. Be kind to yourself during this process - you are trying your best! And so am I, imperfectly.
The Best Decor Shops For 20-Somethings
Take it from me, being in your 20s and decor shopping for a new home is downright hard. We millennials are always on the hunt for the coolest, most unique pieces of furniture, but we don't want to shell out a bunch of money for those pieces.
How do you get your home to look magazine-chic without appearing too stuffy or, well, too grown-up? The truth of the matter is that you just have to invest in some quality pieces, but there's lots of playful stuff out there you can get for affordable prices as well. We have discovered all of the great decor stores for 30-somethings, but there are plenty of great sites for 20-somethings, too. Whether you're looking for pieces that will last a lifetime or fun items that fulfill your trend-hunting addiction, we've got all of the stores covered.
Source: Judy Pak for The Everygirl
Can't Commit to a New Year's Resolution? You'll Love These 50 Simple Changes
We spent December giving in to temptation, living out our last few hurrahs, and telling ourselves that it's all good because come 2018, it's go-time. Well . . . it's a new year now, and chances are, most of us have failed to keep up with our cold-turkey cutting New Year's Resolutions. Rather than feeling an all-consuming guilt that prevents us from making any meaningful changes at all, why not forgive ourselves? To be frank, it's crazy that we expect ourselves to metamorphose into different people as soon as the countdown to midnight is over. We set ourselves up for failure with unrealistic pressure! I say any amount of improvement is something to celebrate, which is why it can be best to start your resolutions off small. You'd be surprised by the amount of progress you can make little by little each day! Here are 50 easy, yet life-altering New Year's Resolutions that anyone can commit to.
- Write one page a day in your journal.
- Take the stairs instead of the escalator.
- Turn your phone off for an hour a day.
- Plant a seed and watch the plant grow.
- Read 20 pages of a book every day.
- Do a social media detox for one day a week.
- Begin the day drinking hot water with lemon every other morning.
- Try one DIY project every month.
- Take yourself out on a date every week.
- Learn three phrases in a new language every day.
- Turn screens off an hour before bed.
- Try a new recipe at least once a week.
- Commit to a daily vitamin.
- Visit a new place every month.
- Repeat daily affirmations to yourself every morning.
- Send a loving text to a friend every day.
- Go on a daily 20-minute walk.
- Take a luxurious bath every weekend.
- Avoid sugar and salt for at least one day per week.
- Write a to-do list at the start of each day.
- Buy a planner and record your upcoming appointments and plans.
- Avoid spending money on non-essentials for one week per month.
- Listen to podcasts/audio books instead of music while you drive.
- Go to a community event at least once a month and meet new people.
- Drink water all throughout the day.
- If you drink alcohol, take a weekend, week, or month off.
- Develop a new hobby to refresh your mind.
- Watch a critically acclaimed film every month.
- Choose to read something you don't normally read.
- Try a new make-up technique.
- Enroll in a class and learn something new.
- When you feel tempted to gossip, talk about something positive instead.
- Write down weekly goals for yourself.
- Set aside time each week to clean and organize your space.
- Eat salad as one of your meals every day.
- Meditate for at least three minutes a day.
- Always make sure you have an event to look forward to.
- Plan out and commit to an easy yoga routine.
- Dabble in a freelance venture to make money on the side.
- Spice up your days by wearing a unique outfit you don't normally wear.
- Choose to walk or ride a bike to your destination instead of drive.
- Create a simple piece of art each month, no matter how bad or good it is.
- Replace Sunday brunch with a Sunday hike as often as you can.
- Save money in a cash jar, then treat yourself to something nice with it in a year.
- Try a hairstyle you don't normally wear.
- Touch bases with an old friend every week and see how they're doing.
- Try to laugh at life's inconveniences instead of letting them stress you out.
- Do something spontaneous and silly every day.
- Do something selfless every day without expecting anything in return.
- Do at least one thing that scares you every day.
The 10 Commandments of Rental Decor
If there are rules that you as a renter must follow, make it these 10 commandments. Because, while paying your rent on time is important, so too is making sure your place is personalized and stylish. Working within the boundaries of your landlord, it's little things like a new light fixture that will make an impact without costing a lot of time or money. And, the best part about this entire list is that you'll leave with your security deposit intact once it's time to move up and on.
You'd Never Guess That the Inside of This Yurt in Malibu Looked Like This
One of the many reasons I love staying at Airbnbs over hotels is that you're able to experience unique accommodations unlike any other. One particular listing I'll be adding to my Airbnb Wish List is the Malibu Yurt Retreat that's surrounded by 180 degrees of the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy.
By the looks of its exterior, you'd never guess that the unassuming yurt included a loft bed, a kitchen, an en-suite bathroom and shower, a TV, a couch, and more inside. And since it's located on an organic citrus farm, guests can even enjoy farm-to-table meals homecooked by the hosts themselves. The beach is also conveniently located just two miles away.
At a reasonable price of $135 per night, the Malibu Yurt offers a rare experience that over 500 guests have rated and loved. See the awesome photos ahead!
Cool Floral Companies That Make Delivering a Breeze
Let's talk (flower) shop. While there's nothing better than receiving fresh flowers, there's nothing worse than a half-fresh bouquet not even worthy of Instagram . . . rough, we know. Luckily, there are a few movers and shakers in the floral industry looking to forever change the way we send and receive blooms. Making customer service a priority, florists like New York's Petal by Pedal or San Francisco's BloomThat are working hard to provide beautiful buds with little hassle. Trust us, you'll want to bookmark this!
A Look at Disney World's Ticket Price History Will Make You Miss the Good Old Days
As Disney park admission costs continue to rise nearly every year, it's hard to imagine a time when tickets were reasonably affordable. There's even been speculation that the increase could be an attempt to curb overcrowding issues.
Since opening its gates in 1971, Walt Disney World tickets have gone from $3.50 - crazy, right? - to now $99 (value price) to $119 (peak price). Take a look at how costs have changed over the years, according to data from AllEars.net.
Between 1971 and 1981
Single-day tickets: $3.50 to $13.25
Between 1982 and 1986
Single-day tickets: $13.25 to $26
Annual passes: $100 to $155
Between 1987 and 1996
Single-day tickets: $28 to $39.75
Annual passes: $165 to $288
Between 1998 and 2005
Single-day tickets: $42 to $59.75
Annual passes: $288 to $395
Between 2006 and 2011
Single-day tickets: $63 to $85
Annual passes: $415 to $519
- 2012: $89 / $574
- 2013: $90 to $95 / $609
- 2014: $94 to $99 / $634
- 2015: $97 to $105 / $659
- 2016: $105 to $124 / $749
- 2017: $107 to $124 / $779
- 2018: $99 to $119 / $779
The largest spike in single-day costs occurred in 2016 with a $19 increase in its peak prices, while 2012 was the year of the highest increase in annual pass prices. Annual passes did also go up by $90 in 2015, but that was when the Annual Pass became the Platinum Pass and the Premium Annual Pass became the Platinum Plus Pass. To see the full breakdown by year, check out the comprehensive chart on AllEars.net.
It actually looks like single-day ticket prices have slightly lowered this year in comparison to 2016 and 2017 costs! Though Disney World tickets will probably never be as reasonable as they once were, there are definitely ways to visit on a budget.
This Teen's Hilarious Reaction to Wild Animals Will Make You Giggle For Days
17-year-old Jalen Brooks could barely keep his composure in his zoology class as he watched a herpetologist display different wild animals in front of him. "I already knew it was going to be nuts," the high school senior from Riverside, IL, told BuzzFeed. His hilarious facial expressions were captured on video by his classmate, Jill Lojas, and uploaded onto the internet. The video now has over 142,000 retweets and over 253,000 "likes." Keep reading to see all of the hilarious memes that have been inspired by Jalen's hysterical reactions ahead.
The 5 Best Winter Cruise Destinations
If you're looking to get away this Winter, cruises are really the way to go. Enjoy your vacation without having to worry about accommodations and food (most lines are all-inclusive!) while getting to explore multiple destinations in one trip. Depending on what your criteria look like from pricing to weather, we've found the best cruise stops for all your Winter travel needs. Get on board with the five ahead.
A Case For Why Taking "Too Many" Photos Is Actually a Way to Live in the Moment
I can't count the amount of times I've been shooting a photograph and tripped, knocked into a pole, or straight up fell down. Most of my travels are spent behind the lens of my camera, attempting to capture the world in a permanent way. And for each time I embarrassingly injure myself by not being completely aware of my surroundings, I'm actually doing it in pursuit of being completely aware of my surroundings.
Some argue that when you take photos or post on Instagram, you're not living in the moment. This argument comes mostly into play when you're traveling. I've had complete strangers tell me to get my DSLR away from my face and look at the landscape, event, person, or whatever is going on, with my own eyes. Think pieces will tell you that next time you travel, you shouldn't take any photos, and instead, try to be present. Even my boyfriend has questioned why I can't just enjoy an instance without opening the camera app on my phone.
I am one to argue that I am at my most present when my finger is on the shutter button of my camera. I take photographs because, in the moment, I am most at awe with what I've witnessed and need to preserve that memory forever. And better yet, because I took those photos, I then get to relive that memory later when I'm viewing the photos on my computer as I choose the best ones to edit in Lightroom for publication on my portfolio or blog.
Telling photographers to leave our cameras behind or "pay attention" is counterintuitive to how we see the world and wish to remember it.
In the film, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, a Life Magazine photographer waits on top of a mountain in the Himalayas for a snow leopard he's been waiting to shoot to appear. When the big cat finally appears for the perfect one-in-a-million-shot, he does not take a photograph and instead just sits there and watches it through his lens. Walter Mitty asks him why he didn't take a photo and the photographer utters the famous quote, "Beautiful things don't ask for attention," and adds that if he really loves a moment, he doesn't take a photo of it and just wants to stay there in the moment.
While I agree with the sentiment of this . . . I would just take the photo. Nothing brings me more joy than seeing beautiful things and finding a way to latch onto them forever. The artist, journalist, creator, and intuitive being inside of me feels that there is no disconnect between what I see with my eyes than when reality and my vision is separated by a lens. The photographer Marc Riboud once said, "Taking pictures is savoring life intensely, every hundredth of a second," and I wholeheartedly agree. I savor the reality I'm seeing and I just happen to use a mechanic instrument to steal it.
Perhaps someday I'll test the theory of using just the recall of the most inner parts of my brain to extract memories of my adventures. Often I wish I could be someone who can do that at will and stand and stare at something with no desire to tarnish the space with the click of the shutter. However, at this time in my life, this incessant need to press a button to capture an image is an odd addiction that I have no desire to break and don't feel the need to apologize for.
In your quest to find out what being present actually means to you, know that for some, we can be pulled out of a moment over panic that we forgot our camera at home or our phone is about to die. Some of us are photographers who make a living or thrive artistically off lugging our heavy equipment along with us to our destinations. Telling us to leave our cameras behind or "pay attention" sans lens is counterintuitive to how we see the world and wish to remember it.
43 Insanely Creative Cosplays to Inspire You
From historically accurate costumes to creative combinations of different fandoms, cosplayers always find a way to make their elaborate outfits stand out. At this year's WonderCon, held in Anaheim, CA, over the weekend, cosplayers from all over the country brought their A game. Don't let their hard work go to waste, so check out these incredible cosplays and start preparing for your next con.
Ricky Martin Is Now a Married Man!
Ricky Martin has tied the knot! The 46-year-old singer and Assassination of Gianni Versace star has confirmed he recently exchanged vows and "signed all the papers" with his partner, Jwan Yosef. According to E News!, the couple - who've been dating for two years and share twin sons - have yet to throw an official wedding ceremony, but it's safe to say congrats are definitely in order for the pair, who got engaged in November 2016.
19 Chicken and Avocado Recipes So Effing Good You'll Just Lose It
Chicken can be plain, but never when combined with avocado. The simple union makes even only-salt baked chicken taste like a brand-new thing - trust us!
Whether you're looking for a quick salad recipe to spice up your weekday lunch or a party appetizer that'll have everyone asking for more, we have 19 recipes that use avocado to bring poultry to a whole new level.
30+ Songs in Spanish For Your Father-Daughter Wedding Dance
If you were one of the lucky ones (or unlucky ones, depends on the outlook) to have had a quinceañera, your wedding won't be the first time you have a father-daughter dance in front of a hall full of the people you love. Nonetheless, this is a special time! It has the makings to be one of the most beautiful, shared moments between you and your dad (or just a loved fatherly figure).
The perfect song will add to the already magical backdrop. That's why we've put together the list of all lists with Latin music classics like "Es Mi Niña Bonita" by Vicente Fernández and modern tunes like "Tu Guardián" by Juanes. Keep reading to surely find the right tune for your father-daughter wedding dance.
30+ Easy-to-Make Crazy-Delicious Taco Salads That Are Anything but Basic
For those who love Mexican food and could eat it every single day, but are trying to be just a little tad healthier, there's taco salad. We're not saying the tasty and well-seasoned dish is the healthiest lunch or dinner option out there, but it certainly packs less calories than a burrito (those tortillas are really killer!) or nachos drizzled with mountains of cheese.
But don't be fooled. Salad doesn't equal boring. The 32 recipes ahead are evidence of just that with toppings like grilled fish, sweet potatoes, shrimp, and, for those who still want to indulge, even Doritos.
Alessandra Ambrosio's Sexy Bikini Has Us Dreaming of a Beach Day (Not a Snow Day)
As if right on cue, Alessandra Ambrosio has gifted us with another enviable bikini. The supermodel enjoyed the sun on a beach in Florianópolis, Brazil, walking on the pristine sands wearing a graphic-print two-piece with a straw hat on her head and a pineapple drink in her hand. She finished off her beach look with aviator sunglasses by Sunday Somewhere ($370). Keep reading to have a glimpse at her sexy bikini and buy similar ones for yourself too.
10 Flavorful Meal-Prep Ideas That'll Help You Stick to Your Healthy-Eating Goals
We're pretty sure one of your resolutions every year involves eating healthier and another one has to do with cooking more at home. And we bet you give up quickly once you realize the amount of work in the kitchen both of those ideas involve. Don't worry, we're here to make it a little easier to stick to your plan.
We've gathered 10 meal-prep options, from hearty taco salads to comforting slow-cooker recipes, that might seem simple - and definitely are to make - but are also packed with delicious flavors that are easy to store and transport. On Sunday afternoons, just whip up one of these recipes, then enjoy a clean kitchen and a full tummy all week long.
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