Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
mercredi 2 octobre 2019
OK, Let's Talk About That Ghostly Twist on American Horror Story: 1984
Just when we thought American Horror Story: 1984 was becoming merely a gorefest with a lot of camp and witty callbacks to classic films, we meet Jonas. Before we knew his name, Jonas (Lou Taylor Pucci) was simply known as the mysterious hiker that the LA crew hit as he was wandering out the woods surrounding Camp Redwood. Sadly, we don't get much out of him, because Mr. Jingles kills him and leaves him hanging on the back of a door for Brooke to discover. That is, until we see him pop up again in episode two, just in time to get murked by Richard, the Night Stalker . . . twice!
Richard is just as shocked as viewers were when he has to kill his victim a second time - usually people don't just shake off being gutted. The hiker looks confused at Richard's presence and tells him, "You're not supposed to be here." And even more alarming, he cries out, "Wait, I don't die here!"
He's obviously wrong, because Richard stabs him again, but it's also just a really weird thing to say. Curiosity piqued, Richard takes the man's discarded badge and learns he's a former Redwood camp counselor named Jonas Shevoore who worked there in 1970. Yes, that's right: Jonas was a camp counselor when Mr. Jingles allegedly massacred a cabin of counselors. As Margaret confirms for Richard, he's definitely dead. But since he's obviously having a problem staying dead, that means that Jonas is, in fact, a very confused ghost. And with that, 1984 officially passes the threshold into AHS's brand of spooky, weird sh*t.
The reveal that Jonas is a ghost from 1970 juices up the story for one huge reason: we now have another witness to the counselor massacre that has raised a few questions. When Richard goes to Margaret to discover the secrets behind the hiker's mysterious immortality, he clues the camp owner into his existence. Richard goes off to deal with Mr. Jingles at Margaret's behest (which is a Michael vs. Jason-esque showdown that I would love to see), while Margaret looks for Jonas. When the two are reunited, the ghost reveals that he remembers seeing the other camp counselor drenched in blood inside the cabin, but bearing no wounds. He tells her that he ran away toward civilization, but was hit by Mr. Jingles's car and died.
But as Margaret pushes Jonas into telling her what he saw, we get a flash of the scene he came upon back in 1970. It's notably different from the one Margaret painted for the crew in episode one; Jonas remembers seeing Margaret standing among all the bodies of Mr. Jingles's victims and soaked with blood. She's even got a bit of a smile on her face as she stares into the distance. But in Margaret's recollection, she had been among the bodies on the floor, pretending to be dead, and most importantly, missing an ear. Why would she have gotten up when Jonas could have easily been Mr. Jingles coming back to finish her off?
It doesn't help that when Margaret hears Jonas tell his version of the story, she only asks, "So Jingles was in the truck?" You reunite with a coworker you thought was dead and that's what you ask him? It almost sounds as if she was checking up on an alibi or a loose end, doesn't it?
Jonas may be a ghost, and thus unable to be killed, but damn if we aren't a little worried about him being in the clutches of Ms. Margaret Booth right now.
The Only Beauty Products Makeup Artists Will Use On Halloween
Take away the medals or the yearlong contract with Kellogg's, and Halloween makeup might as well be the beauty equivalent of the Olympics for makeup artists. They are the Usain Bolt and Michael Phelps - pretty much genetically engineered to be good at it.
That's why, in a world where a single click can pull up 779 million tips, costumes, and tutorials, you're better off following their advice on the matter. So if you're dying to know the products you need for All Hallows' Eve, we asked the pros behind Cardi B, Sarah Hyland, and Ashley Graham's best beauty looks ahead.
When your face is dressed to thrill - that's worth its own pedestal.
The Only Beauty Products Makeup Artists Will Use On Halloween
Take away the medals or the yearlong contract with Kellogg's, and Halloween makeup might as well be the beauty equivalent of the Olympics for makeup artists. They are the Usain Bolt and Michael Phelps - pretty much genetically engineered to be good at it.
That's why, in a world where a single click can pull up 779 million tips, costumes, and tutorials, you're better off following their advice on the matter. So if you're dying to know the products you need for All Hallows' Eve, we asked the pros behind Cardi B, Sarah Hyland, and Ashley Graham's best beauty looks ahead.
When your face is dressed to thrill - that's worth its own pedestal.
Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott Have Reportedly Broken Up After 2 Years Together
Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott have reportedly broken up after over two years together, TMZ reports. According to the outlet, the couple decided to take a break several weeks ago. The reason for their split is still unclear. Kylie was most recently seen flying solo at pal Hailey Baldwin's wedding to Justin Bieber this past weekend, without Travis.
Kylie and Travis first made their relationship public in April 2017, and welcomed daughter Stormi Webster in February 2018. The whole family was last photographed together at the premiere of Travis's Netflix documentary Look Mom, I Can Fly in August of this year.
Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott Have Reportedly Broken Up After 2 Years Together
Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott have reportedly broken up after over two years together, TMZ reports. According to the outlet, the couple decided to take a break several weeks ago. The reason for their split is still unclear. Kylie was most recently seen flying solo at pal Hailey Baldwin's wedding to Justin Bieber this past weekend, without Travis.
Kylie and Travis first made their relationship public in April 2017, and welcomed daughter Stormi Webster in February 2018. The whole family was last photographed together at the premiere of Travis's Netflix documentary Look Mom, I Can Fly in August of this year.
Lupita Nyong'o Wrote a Book For Girls of Color to "See More Dark Skin in a Beautiful Light"
Lupita Nyong'o is now a published author, and her children's picture book Sulwe - which means star in her native language Luo - sends a powerful and much-needed message to girls of color. The 48-page book, to be released on Oct. 15, focuses on the heartwarming and whimsical story of a young girl named Sulwe who goes on a journey to discover her own unique beauty.
"Sulwe has skin the color of midnight," the summary reads. "She is darker than everyone in her family. She is darker than anyone in her school. Sulwe just wants to be beautiful and bright, like her mother and sister. Then a magical journey in the night sky opens her eyes and changes everything."
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"As a little girl reading, I had all of these windows into the lives of people who looked nothing like me."
In an Instagram post on Oct. 1, Lupita shared a photo of her 5-year-old self and reflected on who she was at such a young age and how she felt about herself, given the lack of representation for girls of color in children's literature. "This is 5-year-old me," Lupita captioned the photo. "I reflected on this little girl's feelings and fantasies when I decided to write my children's book, Sulwe. With this book, I wanted to hold up a mirror for her. Here's why: As a little girl reading, I had all of these windows into the lives of people who looked nothing like me, chances to look into their worlds, but I didn't have any mirrors. While windows help us develop empathy and an understanding of the wider world, mirrors help us develop our sense of self, and our understanding of our own world. They ground us in our body and our experiences."
Lupita went on to point out that, even at a young age, girls are taught that light skin is preferred over dark skin, and that books like Sulwe can help to encourage self-love for darker-skinned girls everywhere. "Colorism, society's preference for lighter skin, is alive and well. It's not just a prejudice reserved for places with a largely white population. Throughout the world, even in Kenya, even today, there is a popular sentiment that lighter is brighter."
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The now 36-year-old actress sees her book as a mirror for dark-skinned children to see a reflection of themselves and feel beautiful inside and out. "I imagined what it would have been like for this little girl to turn the pages of her picture books and see more dark skin in a beautiful light," Lupita added. "This book is my dream come true for kids like her today . . . Sulwe holds up a mirror for dark-skinned children, especially, to see themselves reflected immediately, and it is a window for all the others to cherish peering into."
Pre-order your own copy of Sulwe ($16) - perfect for ages four to eight - on Amazon before its Oct. 15 release date, and keep scrolling to take an inside glimpse at a few pages from the book itself.
This Cookbook Has So Many Edible Cookie Dough Recipes, and Our Sugar-Loving Hearts Are Full
If you have Instagram, you probably know all about DŌ, the NYC-based sweet shop devoted to all things cookie dough (and the first nationwide edible cookie dough concept). And if you drool over their sugary treats in your feed but are bummed because you don't live in New York, we have really good news! Kristen Tomlan - AKA the brains behind DŌ, wrote a cookbook with tons of her popular, safe-to-eat cookie dough desserts called Hello, Cookie Dough, and you can get it on Amazon for $20.
Not only does the book contain recipes for some of DŌ's classic cookie doughs like Brookie Dough and Frosted Fork (this one includes Mother's circus animal cookies), but it has more than 110 delicious ways to eat said cookie dough. We're talkin' cookies, cookie dough ice cream, cookie dough ice cream sandwiches, and even cakes. There are also both vegan-friendly and gluten-free doughs, so you too can have your dough and eat it too!
Whether you love to eat cookie dough straight from the bowl or enjoy baking fun flavors for friends, Hello, Cookie Dough is a must-have. Keep reading to see a few of the tasty doughs featured in the book, along with some fun party shots and photos of Kristen. Let's dough this!
This Cookbook Has So Many Edible Cookie Dough Recipes, and Our Sugar-Loving Hearts Are Full
If you have Instagram, you probably know all about DŌ, the NYC-based sweet shop devoted to all things cookie dough (and the first nationwide edible cookie dough concept). And if you drool over their sugary treats in your feed but are bummed because you don't live in New York, we have really good news! Kristen Tomlan - AKA the brains behind DŌ, wrote a cookbook with tons of her popular, safe-to-eat cookie dough desserts called Hello, Cookie Dough, and you can get it on Amazon for $20.
Not only does the book contain recipes for some of DŌ's classic cookie doughs like Brookie Dough and Frosted Fork (this one includes Mother's circus animal cookies), but it has more than 110 delicious ways to eat said cookie dough. We're talkin' cookies, cookie dough ice cream, cookie dough ice cream sandwiches, and even cakes. There are also both vegan-friendly and gluten-free doughs, so you too can have your dough and eat it too!
Whether you love to eat cookie dough straight from the bowl or enjoy baking fun flavors for friends, Hello, Cookie Dough is a must-have. Keep reading to see a few of the tasty doughs featured in the book, along with some fun party shots and photos of Kristen. Let's dough this!
Stranger Things Is Returning For Season 4, and We Might Be Leaving Hawkins!
Now that everyone has properly run through Stranger Things season three, we're already thinking about season four. To the relief of fans everywhere, Netflix confirmed that the series is returning for a fourth installment on Sept. 30, with the show's official Twitter page dropping an announcement video revealing "We're not in Hawkins anymore." It's ominous and incredibly intriguing, just like we expect!
The hit Netflix series took almost two years between its second and third seasons, so what we're really wondering now is if there will be the same kind of gap before the fourth season. We already have several theories about how season four will go down - we just need a premiere date to start nailing down the realistic ones! Hopefully, we won't be waiting years to find out what's next for our favorite Hawkins residents.
Before the streamer dropped the formal announcement, some of the cast members revealed that they were already prepared for a fourth season. Actor Jake Busey, who joins the cast in season three as a journalist named Bruce, told the Express that he certainly thinks there's still more story to tell.
"I have no idea, but from what I can imagine, there certainly should be a season four. But you never know what someone else is up to, especially when it's very shrouded in secrecy. With such success, if it was me, I know I wouldn't cancel it at this point. I do believe that there's a lot of expectations and a lot of people waiting for season three. I think it seems like, to me, I think the awareness is there, it's getting bigger."
we're not in hawkins anymore pic.twitter.com/Y4hayuPKvu
- Stranger Things (@Stranger_Things) September 30, 2019
And while we're excited about another season, an older interview suggests that the show's creators have always planned for a fourth season - and then no more. In a 2017 interview with Vulture, creators Matt and Ross Duffer revealed their preference for a four-season plan.
"We're thinking it will be a four-season thing and then out," Ross explained, pointing out that the tweenage cast will have pretty much aged up to high school or college by that point. "We just have to keep adjusting the story, though I don't know if we can justify something bad happening to them once a year," Matt added. The one thing we know for sure: for as long as they're making new episodes, we'll be glued to our screens to see what happens next!
Stranger Things Is Returning For Season 4, and We Might Be Leaving Hawkins!
Now that everyone has properly run through Stranger Things season three, we're already thinking about season four. To the relief of fans everywhere, Netflix confirmed that the series is returning for a fourth installment on Sept. 30, with the show's official Twitter page dropping an announcement video revealing "We're not in Hawkins anymore." It's ominous and incredibly intriguing, just like we expect!
The hit Netflix series took almost two years between its second and third seasons, so what we're really wondering now is if there will be the same kind of gap before the fourth season. We already have several theories about how season four will go down - we just need a premiere date to start nailing down the realistic ones! Hopefully, we won't be waiting years to find out what's next for our favorite Hawkins residents.
Before the streamer dropped the formal announcement, some of the cast members revealed that they were already prepared for a fourth season. Actor Jake Busey, who joins the cast in season three as a journalist named Bruce, told the Express that he certainly thinks there's still more story to tell.
"I have no idea, but from what I can imagine, there certainly should be a season four. But you never know what someone else is up to, especially when it's very shrouded in secrecy. With such success, if it was me, I know I wouldn't cancel it at this point. I do believe that there's a lot of expectations and a lot of people waiting for season three. I think it seems like, to me, I think the awareness is there, it's getting bigger."
we're not in hawkins anymore pic.twitter.com/Y4hayuPKvu
- Stranger Things (@Stranger_Things) September 30, 2019
And while we're excited about another season, an older interview suggests that the show's creators have always planned for a fourth season - and then no more. In a 2017 interview with Vulture, creators Matt and Ross Duffer revealed their preference for a four-season plan.
"We're thinking it will be a four-season thing and then out," Ross explained, pointing out that the tweenage cast will have pretty much aged up to high school or college by that point. "We just have to keep adjusting the story, though I don't know if we can justify something bad happening to them once a year," Matt added. The one thing we know for sure: for as long as they're making new episodes, we'll be glued to our screens to see what happens next!
This Cookbook Has So Many Edible Cookie Dough Recipes, and Our Sugar-Loving Hearts Are Full
If you have Instagram, you probably know all about DŌ, the NYC-based sweet shop devoted to all things cookie dough (and the first nationwide edible cookie dough concept). And if you drool over their sugary treats in your feed but are bummed because you don't live in New York, we have really good news! Kristen Tomlan - AKA the brains behind DŌ, wrote a cookbook with tons of her popular, safe-to-eat cookie dough desserts called Hello, Cookie Dough, and you can get it on Amazon for $20.
Not only does the book contain recipes for some of DŌ's classic cookie doughs like Brookie Dough and Frosted Fork (this one includes Mother's circus animal cookies), but it has more than 110 delicious ways to eat said cookie dough. We're talkin' cookies, cookie dough ice cream, cookie dough ice cream sandwiches, and even cakes. There are also both vegan-friendly and gluten-free doughs, so you too can have your dough and eat it too!
Whether you love to eat cookie dough straight from the bowl or enjoy baking fun flavors for friends, Hello, Cookie Dough is a must-have. Keep reading to see a few of the tasty doughs featured in the book, along with some fun party shots and photos of Kristen. Let's dough this!
This Month's New Skincare Products Beat Out Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Every Time
Flannel, apple orchards, pumpkin-spiced-pretty-much-everything - if you're not careful, October can start to feel more monotonous than Nadia's drug-fueled night in Netflix's Russian Doll. (Although, hey that's a pretty good costume idea.) The one area that never fails to surprise, however, is the skincare department. In fact, there are enough product launches this month to keep even the most insatiable entertained.
From a foamy new face wash tailor-made for people with sensitive skin to a supercharged facial serum that promises to brighten like never before, the best skincare products dropping this October beat a basket of freshly picked Granny Smiths, every time. If you're not sure where to start, we've asked our beauty editors to share the best new launches to try right now - so you can save all that planning for your next Starbucks order.
Petite Girls, These Are the 14 Best Maxi Dresses You'll Want For Fall
If you're on the shorter side, it's no secret that hunting down a maxi dress can be a challenge. This Fall and Winter, skip that extra trip to the tailor and shop dresses actually made for petite frames. To help you find your match, we've shopped and uncovered 14 pretty pieces that are perfect for work, the weekends, and all the weddings you'll be attending this season. The best part? They start at just $55 - seriously. Read on to shop our favorite picks at just the right length.
Related: 20 Stunning Dresses That Also Come in Petite Sizes - Starting at Just $55
Kim Kardashian Posted a Sweet Throwback Pic of Her Late Father - "Miss You Dad"
The heaviness of losing someone is always hard for people to articulate, and losing a parent is an entirely different level of grief. When people try to express the emptiness, it can be incredibly challenging, and when celebrities do it, it can be moving in a different way, because they don't have to share loss or their family life with thousands of strangers . . .
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Kim Kardashian went through the archives and shared an adorable photo of her and her sister cuddling up to and kissing their late father, Robert Kardashian, on the cheek. "Miss you dad. Can't believe today would be 16 years since you went to heaven," Kim wrote, with her sister Khle adding, "This is such a beautiful photo! I miss him every day!"
Sharing family photos is such a sweet way to honor and remember their father, and we're sending her and the Kardashian family tons of love.
Megan Fox Revisits Her Early Roles, Including Holiday in the Sun's Iconic Brianna Wallace
Though many millennials continue to revisit Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's Holiday in the Sun over the years, of her first-ever role as the movie's bratty Brianna Wallace, Megan Fox said, "I don't need to ever see it again." The actress recently rewatched many of her old scenes and interviews in a nostalgia-filled segment for Entertainment Tonight.
Though Fox said she hasn't kept in touch with the Olsen twins since the movie release in 2001, she did praise their career evolution. "Look at what they've gone on to do," Fox said. "That's amazing what they've done, creating those fashion brands. Icons."
Just a few years later, Fox played yet another "mean girl" in Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen, starring Lindsay Lohan. Reacting to a red carpet interview from that press tour, Fox said, "What am I wearing? What is that necklace? Look at my hair and makeup! It's so bad." Adding, "Look at my eyebrows . . . where are my eyebrows?" That being said, not everything has changed: "I still talk like that, which is the scary thing."
On the more personal front, Fox also watched a scene from her early 2000s sitcom Hope & Faith, which introduced her to Brian Austin Green. "I was kind of in love with him right away," she said. Fox added that her sister had warned her that she would simply be Green's "booty call" due to their 12-year age difference, but 15 years and three children later, that clearly didn't end up being the case. Fox said, "I'm nobody's booty call, OK?"
Watch the video above to hear what Fox also had to say about working with Shia LaBeouf, her falling-out with Transformers director Michael Bay, and her conflicted feelings about being regarded as a sex symbol.
This Month's New Skincare Products Beat Out Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Every Time
Flannel, apple orchards, pumpkin-spiced-pretty-much-everything - if you're not careful, October can start to feel more monotonous than Nadia's drug-fueled night in Netflix's Russian Doll. (Although, hey that's a pretty good costume idea.) The one area that never fails to surprise, however, is the skincare department. In fact, there are enough product launches this month to keep even the most insatiable entertained.
From a foamy new face wash tailor-made for people with sensitive skin to a supercharged facial serum that promises to brighten like never before, the best skincare products dropping this October beat a basket of freshly picked Granny Smiths, every time. If you're not sure where to start, we've asked our beauty editors to share the best new launches to try right now - so you can save all that planning for your next Starbucks order.
Petite Girls, These Are the 14 Best Maxi Dresses You'll Want For Fall
If you're on the shorter side, it's no secret that hunting down a maxi dress can be a challenge. This Fall and Winter, skip that extra trip to the tailor and shop dresses actually made for petite frames. To help you find your match, we've shopped and uncovered 14 pretty pieces that are perfect for work, the weekends, and all the weddings you'll be attending this season. The best part? They start at just $55 - seriously. Read on to shop our favorite picks at just the right length.
Related: 20 Stunning Dresses That Also Come in Petite Sizes - Starting at Just $55
Megan Fox Revisits Her Early Roles, Including Holiday in the Sun's Iconic Brianna Wallace
Though many millennials continue to revisit Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's Holiday in the Sun over the years, of her first-ever role as the movie's bratty Brianna Wallace, Megan Fox said, "I don't need to ever see it again." The actress recently rewatched many of her old scenes and interviews in a nostalgia-filled segment for Entertainment Tonight.
Though Fox said she hasn't kept in touch with the Olsen twins since the movie release in 2001, she did praise their career evolution. "Look at what they've gone on to do," Fox said. "That's amazing what they've done, creating those fashion brands. Icons."
Just a few years later, Fox played yet another "mean girl" in Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen, starring Lindsay Lohan. Reacting to a red carpet interview from that press tour, Fox said, "What am I wearing? What is that necklace? Look at my hair and makeup! It's so bad." Adding, "Look at my eyebrows . . . where are my eyebrows?" That being said, not everything has changed: "I still talk like that, which is the scary thing."
On the more personal front, Fox also watched a scene from her early 2000s sitcom Hope & Faith, which introduced her to Brian Austin Green. "I was kind of in love with him right away," she said. Fox added that her sister had warned her that she would simply be Green's "booty call" due to their 12-year age difference, but 15 years and three children later, that clearly didn't end up being the case. Fox said, "I'm nobody's booty call, OK?"
Watch the video above to hear what Fox also had to say about working with Shia LaBeouf, her falling-out with Transformers director Michael Bay, and her conflicted feelings about being regarded as a sex symbol.
mardi 1 octobre 2019
LOL! Hannah Brown Dodges Wedding Bouquet in Bridesmaids-Themed DWTS Performance
Hannah Brown channeled her inner Kristen Wiig during Dancing With the Stars on Monday night. For movie night, the former Bachelorette poked fun at her love life with a special Bridesmaids-themed performance. After hilariously dodging a bride's bouquet like a pro, Brown and her partner, Alan Bersten, danced the rumba to "Hold On" by Wilson Phillips from the 2011 film. Brown may not be in any rush to walk down the aisle, but we can't deny her cute chemistry with Bersten during the whole performance. Needless to say, their smooth moves will have you "ready to partyyy." See the full performance above.
LOL! Hannah Brown Dodges Wedding Bouquet in Bridesmaids-Themed DWTS Performance
Hannah Brown channeled her inner Kristen Wiig during Dancing With the Stars on Monday night. For movie night, the former Bachelorette poked fun at her love life with a special Bridesmaids-themed performance. After hilariously dodging a bride's bouquet like a pro, Brown and her partner, Alan Bersten, danced the rumba to "Hold On" by Wilson Phillips from the 2011 film. Brown may not be in any rush to walk down the aisle, but we can't deny her cute chemistry with Bersten during the whole performance. Needless to say, their smooth moves will have you "ready to partyyy." See the full performance above.
Dancing With the Stars Season 28: Find Out Who Is Still in the Competition
Dancing With the Stars is officially back for season 28! This season, the cast has a wide range of stars, including a former Bachelorette, a Dawson's Creek alum, a Queer Eye star, and even a few singers. The competition is shaping up to be pretty competitive this year. Though there are already a few front runners, everyone keeps surprising us with their moves!
On Monday night, Ray Lewis announced that he was leaving the competition due to an injury. As a result, the series decided not to send home anyone during the second round of eliminations. See who is still in the competition ahead, and be sure to check back each week to see who is still in the running for the Mirrorball Trophy.
What My Miscarriages Have Taught Me About Self-Care
Self-care can take many forms, but for me, it basically used to be nonexistent. With a toddler at home, a Sunday night face mask or 30-minute reflexology once a month was the most I could do. It never felt like enough, but it was what I could squeeze into my schedule. That all changed after I lost my second pregnancy in a six-month period.
I had gotten far enough along in each pregnancy to feel that "this is really happening" feeling - and both losses shook me physically and emotionally. I saw how easy it would be to sink into my feelings of sadness, guilt, and anger, and I let myself go there for about a week after each loss. But after my second miscarriage, I decided that I couldn't just sit in my feelings. I needed to take control of the things that I actually could change - my physical and mental health being paramount. In the two months since my last miscarriage, I've embraced self-care when I needed it most.
A lot of women write or tell stories about their miscarriages once they're on the other side of it. I'm not on the other side yet. I'm in the thick of it right now. And one of the most helpful things for me has been to hear from other women who have dealt (or are dealing) with loss or fertility issues and to really talk about it. Case in point: Health writer Alison Prato's piece about how SoulCycle helped her deal with a string of miscarriages hangs on the wall at my local SoulCycle studio, and I read it every time I'm there. It continues to inspire me, after both of my losses, to take more control of my life and to do some things I enjoy. So while this piece isn't about SoulCycle, I hope that one of the eight self-care practices on my list will help someone the way Prato's words have helped me:
I Committed to Working Out
With one kid at home, it's hard to make time for exercise and easy to make excuses. My husband and I started scheduling out our week together every Sunday and making sure each of us has the time to exercise. By prioritizing it for each other and changing our schedules around so we both can get to the gym, we've been forced to commit. And like Elle Woods famously said, "Exercise gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy."
I Did Whole30
The Whole30 diet isn't for everyone, but it was so helpful for me to have this structure. My second lost pregnancy was really tough on my body (I think my body was trying to miscarry for about a month before I lost the pregnancy), and I gained some weight. Taking care of my body and being mindful of what goes in it has been such a great reset for me and makes me feel like I'm in control of something.
I Learned How to Say "No"
Not only have I said "no," but I've said "no" without excuses or justifications - and removed all feelings of guilt and FOMO in the process. After wavering for months about whether or not to fly across the country for my college reunion, I officially decided not to go. While I knew it would be a fun weekend, I also knew I'd leave exhausted and feeling pretty unhealthy. I'm not completely shutting down my social life, but learning how to say "no" to certain things has given me time to make space for other self-care practices.
I Picked Up a New Hobby
I had wanted to learn how to make jam for a long time but was too intimidated to try. After my second miscarriage, I decided to give it a shot. I was hosting an event the following month, so making jam as the party favors was the perfect opportunity. It was therapeutic to spend a couple hours prepping everything, following directions, and then seeing the results - and the whole process gave me a little space to get out of my own mind. It may not be the type of thing I'll do a lot, but it gave me a sense of accomplishment, and I know I'll do it again.
I Confided in Friends
This has been a huge help for me after each loss. Not only has it been helpful to open up about what's really going on in my life, but almost every single person I've talked to has had similar experiences. It's made me question the statistic that only one in four pregnancies end in miscarriage and has strengthened my bond with so many incredible women in my life.
I Started Going to Therapy
I think therapy is good for everyone. I had seen a therapist for some of high school, and since then, it was one of those things that was always on my to-do list. My second miscarriage was the kick in the butt I needed to finally go back. Going to therapy is a chance to have a conversation with someone who doesn't have a horse in my fertility race and is only looking out for my best interest. Plus, it's a full hour where I can focus solely on working out my own feelings and learn strategies to cope with and to combat some of the negative feelings I tend to fall back on.
I Started "Meditating"
I've tried meditating before, but it's just not for me. I want to like it, but I have been incapable of making it a habit. My acupuncturist (yes, I do that too!) suggested that instead of meditating, I drink my morning cup of coffee in silence. No phone, no computer, no magazine, no distractions. It's just 10 minutes alone drinking coffee. This has been a great way to squeeze in some thoughtful quiet time without technically meditating. While I don't necessarily spend that time processing my feelings, it helps me start the day with a clearer head and gives me some peaceful time before the chaos of the day begins.
I Wrote About It
There are some days when my feelings about the past year have gotten really overwhelming. I've never been a journaler, so instead, I've written my thoughts out in email drafts. I've ultimately decided to share them only with my therapist and my husband, but it's cathartic to let everything out at once. It's also been helpful to go back and read them later and see the progress I've made and the feelings I'm still grappling with.
When I started therapy, my therapist asked me when I'd feel better. I said, "When I'm pregnant again." While I still think that's true to a degree, I am a whole lot happier now, and I owe much of that to the intentional changes I've made in my life. I don't know when I'll get pregnant again or if it will work out the next time, and I have zero control over the matter. In the meantime, the ways that I take care of myself are completely in my control. I still have moments or entire days where I am overcome by the weight of this past year, but I'm grateful to have learned how to practice self-care with intention every single day in the process.
Dancing With the Stars Season 28: Find Out Who Is Still in the Competition
Dancing With the Stars is officially back for season 28! This season, the cast has a wide range of stars, including a former Bachelorette, a Dawson's Creek alum, a Queer Eye star, and even a few singers. The competition is shaping up to be pretty competitive this year. Though there are already a few front runners, everyone keeps surprising us with their moves!
On Monday night, Ray Lewis announced that he was leaving the competition due to an injury. As a result, the series decided not to send home anyone during the second round of eliminations. See who is still in the competition ahead, and be sure to check back each week to see who is still in the running for the Mirrorball Trophy.
105 Home Decor Items From Amazon Selling Faster Than We Can Type - Starting at Just $20
If you're looking for a way to refresh your home this season, there's no need to overspend on an expensive remodel. You can easily give it a new feel by investing in fresh decor pieces that can totally transform your home. Whether you snatch up stylish rugs or cozy pillows, these versatile finds can make even old furniture feel like new. The hard part is finding picks you actually like and that won't cost you a fortune. To help you uncover the best finds on the internet, we turned to Amazon: the retailer carries just about everything, including seriously affordable home decor.
Ahead, we curated a list of 105 stunning finds from the site that will blow you away. The best part? These pieces will be delivered right to your door, so you can skip stressful in-store searching. Plus, prices start at just $20! What else could you ask for? Keep reading to shop them all and see what your home is missing.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
Related: 29 Furniture Pieces Everyone Is Buying in 2019, and You Should, Too
105 Home Decor Items From Amazon Selling Faster Than We Can Type - Starting at Just $20
If you're looking for a way to refresh your home this season, there's no need to overspend on an expensive remodel. You can easily give it a new feel by investing in fresh decor pieces that can totally transform your home. Whether you snatch up stylish rugs or cozy pillows, these versatile finds can make even old furniture feel like new. The hard part is finding picks you actually like and that won't cost you a fortune. To help you uncover the best finds on the internet, we turned to Amazon: the retailer carries just about everything, including seriously affordable home decor.
Ahead, we curated a list of 105 stunning finds from the site that will blow you away. The best part? These pieces will be delivered right to your door, so you can skip stressful in-store searching. Plus, prices start at just $20! What else could you ask for? Keep reading to shop them all and see what your home is missing.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
Related: 29 Furniture Pieces Everyone Is Buying in 2019, and You Should, Too
105 Home Decor Items From Amazon Selling Faster Than We Can Type - Starting at Just $20
If you're looking for a way to refresh your home this season, there's no need to overspend on an expensive remodel. You can easily give it a new feel by investing in fresh decor pieces that can totally transform your home. Whether you snatch up stylish rugs or cozy pillows, these versatile finds can make even old furniture feel like new. The hard part is finding picks you actually like and that won't cost you a fortune. To help you uncover the best finds on the internet, we turned to Amazon: the retailer carries just about everything, including seriously affordable home decor.
Ahead, we curated a list of 105 stunning finds from the site that will blow you away. The best part? These pieces will be delivered right to your door, so you can skip stressful in-store searching. Plus, prices start at just $20! What else could you ask for? Keep reading to shop them all and see what your home is missing.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
Related: 29 Furniture Pieces Everyone Is Buying in 2019, and You Should, Too
Hi, Hello, We Just Found 50 Fall Clothing Essentials From Target That Are All Under $50
Target's new Fall clothing collection has everything from cozy sweaters to trendsetting pants to so. much. more. And the best part? All the pieces are totally affordable, meaning you can refresh your seasonal wardrobe without even coming close to breaking the bank. With a selection of everything from corduroy pants to stylish faux leather favorites, Target's new line is a dreamy mix of statement pieces and lounge-worthy essentials.
This season, step up your style game all while spending well under $50. Shop our 50 favorite Fall picks, ahead.
50 Gifts Teenage Girls Will Adore - For Less Than $50
It's no secret that shopping for teenage girls is no easy feat, so this year, we did the searching for you and unearthed 50 cool products she'll want to show off to her friends. So whether you're looking for your daughter, niece, babysitter, you name it, we found it all.
Ahead, we found it all from cool sneakers, heated slippers, phone cases, and so much more. No matter what you get her we know these will put a smile on her face. Oh, and did we mention they all cost $50 or less! Keep reading to shop them all.
Hi, Hello, We Just Found 50 Fall Clothing Essentials From Target That Are All Under $50
Target's new Fall clothing collection has everything from cozy sweaters to trendsetting pants to so. much. more. And the best part? All the pieces are totally affordable, meaning you can refresh your seasonal wardrobe without even coming close to breaking the bank. With a selection of everything from corduroy pants to stylish faux leather favorites, Target's new line is a dreamy mix of statement pieces and lounge-worthy essentials.
This season, step up your style game all while spending well under $50. Shop our 50 favorite Fall picks, ahead.
99 Justin Bieber Pics So Hot That They May Cause Heart Palpitations
This probably isn't news to anyone, but Justin Bieber is an absolute babe. Whether he's looking grungy or clean cut, performing shirtless on stage, or just strolling shirtless down the street, Justin manages to look drop dead sexy in just about any photo. His heart may belong to Hailey Baldwin, but those abs are just too hot to be anything but public property. Here are 99 Justin Bieber pics that will have you begging, "Let me love you!"
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