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.
jeudi 21 mai 2020
I Can't Get Enough of These 29 Wellness Platforms and Brands Created For Black Women
Black women aren't waiting around for the traditionally white and homogenous health and wellness industry to cater to them; they're creating their own spaces and redefining what health and wellness on their own terms. If you've ever felt unwelcome, uncomfortable, or othered in wellness spaces, this directory is for you. We curated a list of Black-founded wellness and fitness platforms and brands dedicated to serving the needs of Black women and women of color. From Black-owned CBD brands to yoga communities and mental health platforms, we've got you covered. Check them out ahead and bask in all this Black girl magic.
Reebok Is Launching Pride Apparel, Shoes, and Accessories to Celebrate LGBTQ+ Visibility
Last year, Reebok promised to donate up to $50,000 in proceeds from its Pride collection to Boston-based nonprofit Fenway Health. This year, the brand's Pride efforts look a little different: Reebok just launched its "All Types of Love" collection featuring footwear, apparel, and accessories. This coincides with its "Proud Notes" campaign, which celebrates activists and influencers in the LGBTQ+ community.
The campaign highlights the stories of five people: Wazina Zondon, co-creator of the storytelling performance Coming Out Muslim; Twiggy Pucci Garçon, a choreographer for the show Pose and program director for True Colors United; dance teacher and performance artist Nali Flower; painter and model Dylan Camp; and June, another model with New Pandemics.
The video ahead showcases these activists and influencers reading letters of support addressed to them from loved ones. You can check out more about them on the Reebok blog. What's more, Reebok is donating $75,000 to the nonprofit It Gets Better Project, whose mission is to uplift, empower, and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe.
Matt Wyman, Reebok's associate creative producer and co-chair of Colorful Soles, Reebok's LGBTQ+ employee resource group, told POPSUGAR, "Reebok has had Pride collections before, but this year's is all about growth and authenticity. From concept ideation to design to product storytelling, our LGBTQ+ employees led the All Types Of Love collection for Pride 2020. This year the products you see and the sentiment behind them are truly an authentic representation of the LGBTQ+ community at Reebok. We wanted our collection to take consumers on a journey of love, acceptance, and inclusivity."
"All Types of Love" Collection Launch Dates
The "All Types of Love" collection launched on May 18, but there will be more apparel and footwear launching throughout the summer. Here's a look into what you can expect from the "All Types of Love" collection based on what a spokesperson told POPSUGAR:
- Available 5/18: Club C, Classic Leather, and Zig Kinetica shoes; Accessories Collection
- Available 6/1: Instapump Fury sneaker
- Available 6/9: Apparel Collection
- Available 7/1: Forever Floatride Energy running shoe
- Available 8/1: Nano X training shoe
These products, ranging from $25 to $170, can be found online at Reebok.com and in select global markets. Ahead, check out the "Proud Notes" campaign video and images from the "All Types of Love" collection, as well as products you can shop for right now.
15 Shows and Movies to Watch After Outer Banks
There's a lot to love about Outer Banks. The hot and fun cast! The nonstop drama with everyone! Even the impeccable fashion. But whatever will we do while we wait to see if this teen drama gets a second season? Well, we just have to find something else to kill time. Ahead, find 15 movies and TV shows that feature a lot of the same themes, namely teenage angst and drama. You'll also find some teen romance and class disparity, just like the Kooks and the Pogues in Outer Banks. Check them all out and then hop over to some droolworthy photos of the Outer Banks cast shirtless.
Amazon Released Thousands of Sundresses, but These 26 Picks Are Summer 2020 Goals
We created your ultimate guide to the cutest sundresses for the season. We searched through every corner of Amazon Fashion to bring you the very best options that are comfy, casual, and perfect for summer. Whether you like midis or minis, there is definitely something for everyone.
Don't splurge on just one design - instead, you can buy a few at one retailer. So quit putting off your Summer shopping, and stock up on our favorite dresses. It will be the smartest decision you make this week.
Done Watching Blood & Water? Time to Hit the "Follow" Button on the Cast's Social Media
If you're like us and you just finished binge-watching Blood and Water on Netflix, you probably can't wait to follow the talented cast on social media. Luckily, we went ahead and did the work for you by stalking rounding up the gang's Instagram and Twitter accounts. Whether you want to scroll through Ama Qamata's gorgeous photos or keep up with Khosi Ngema, all you have to do now is hit the "follow" button. Spoiler alert: the cast actually gets along in real life and they're even cooler than they are on the show. But don't just take our word for it, see for yourself ahead.
7 Signs That You're Done With Therapy, Straight From an Expert
I'm a clinical psychologist specializing in evidence-based psychotherapies for anxiety, depression, and trauma in teens and adults at Pacific Anxiety Group in Menlo Park, CA. While starting therapy comes with its own set of uncertainties, knowing when to stop your regular appointments can be just as confusing. By the time you've reached the end of a successful course of psychotherapy, you and your therapist may have developed a strong bond, so it's helpful to have a good sense of what to look for ahead of time. Here are seven signs it might be time to consider ending therapy.
1. You Have an Increased Sense of Well-Being
You feel less encumbered by smaller things that would have been "day ruiners" before therapy started. Most people also notice a drop in physical tension, reactivity, and irritability, and an improvement in their sleep.
2. You're Making the Bold Moves You've Always Wanted to Make
For someone with social anxiety, this could mean finally speaking up in a meeting when they have a great idea. For others, it might be pursuing schooling or a career path they're passionate about and have the resources to pursue, but always thought they weren't "good enough" to succeed in. It's value-driven behavior that flies in the face of what we once thought was possible for us in this life.
3. You Recognize Unhealthy Patterns
You've gained insight into the common psychological processes you experience. This means if you worry a lot, you can recognize the worrying for what it is: an uninvited guest that you don't need to be in an adversarial relationship with. (In my practice, we sometimes even name the worry or rumination: "Here comes Janet again with that same old stormy weather report.") You may also notice that you're saying what you actually mean: for example, you'll acknowledge that you're simply annoyed instead of furious, if your frustration hasn't reached that magnitude.
4. You Can Extend Yourself Compassion
One major tenant of acceptance and commitment therapy, one of the therapies I practice, is that you are whole as you are, right here, right now. So much possibility can open up when someone comes into contact with this truth, and it's exciting to witness. I can hear it in how a person talks about what is happening in their life; the narration is gentler.
5. You Sometimes Use Skills Without Thinking
From a therapy perspective, being skillful is kind of like dancing; get enough practice in and after a while, it comes more easily. This can look like someone with severe depression realizing that they've gotten out of bed without much difficulty, or someone who struggles with communicating directly being assertive without needing to review the acronym they learned during dialectical behavior therapy.
6. You've Largely Met Your Goals
In the first session, I ask my clients, "If this therapy went as well as it could possibly go, what would you be doing differently?" The whole treatment plan flows from this. The answer to that one question is an ongoing conversation that starts at the beginning of psychotherapy. Don't feel pressure to hold onto a therapist just because you like them. Most forms of evidence-based psychotherapy were designed to be short-term, and if your situation changes, you can always reach out again.
7. You and Your Therapist Decide It's Time
Sometimes there are symptoms that never going to be addressed, often at the request of the patient. For example, a patient might tell me that they want treatment for their obsessive-compulsive disorder, but they don't want to work through their trauma. In that case, I would explain what treatment would look like if we pursue that path, and ask them to let me know if their decision changes. This is therapy, not dentistry. It's a collaboration that requires both parties to agree on a set of goals and respect what's possible at any given time. If you feel you've gotten as far as you can, it's probably time to step away.
Here's How to Grill the Perfect Summer Corn
Is there anything better than munching on corn on the cob while enjoying a long, warm sunset? The sweet, starchy, flavorful taste of corn is basically summer in a nutshell (or a corn husk, as it were). If you're wondering how to make it perfectly on warm summer nights and beyond, you'll be elated to hear that grilling corn is super simple!
First, make sure you're buying good corn. Look for corn that has a tight green husk and golden brown tassels on top. Steer clear of corn that's browning on the husk. Once you have good corn and are ready to get cookin', heat up the grill for at least 10 minutes. Remember that depending on whether you have a gas grill or a charcoal grill, you'll need to heat it up for different periods of time. A charcoal grill takes up to 25 minutes to get hot enough, while a gas grill usually takes about 10.
Now, decide whether you'll cook your corn with the husks on or off. Cooking with the husks on can help hold in any spices or flavors you decide to add (peel the husks back, remove the golden tassels to the best of your ability, slather on butter, salt, and other spices, and then pull the husks back up). Leaving the husks on will also protect the kernels from the heat, which makes them more tender. If you're removing the husks altogether, simply take them and the tassels off and add your butter and salt directly to the corn.
Finally, it's time to grill! Place the corn on your grill and cook for about 10 minutes. Be sure to rotate the corn numerous times throughout cooking so that it comes out pleasantly charred all over. Bon appétit!
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
Blood & Water Has a Lot of Explaining to Do, So Netflix Should Definitely Order Season 2
Netflix's South African drama, Blood & Water, premiered on May 20 and fans are already eager for the next chapter. Directed by Nosipho Dumisa, the series follows 16-year-old Puleng Khulamo (Ama Qamata) as she juggles family drama, a love triangle, and the dangers of prep school politics for one reason: she's convinced that popular girl Fikile Bhele (Khosi Ngema) is actually her long-lost sister who was abducted at birth 17 years ago. The teen seemingly solves the case in the show's season one finale, but that still leaves a ton of questions left unanswered. Which means Netflix has more than enough reason to renew the series for a second season!
Since the show recently arrived online, it's pretty early for the streamer to announce any plans to renew, but if you're wondering where the series can go from the finale, we're more than happy to provide some ideas. Just because Puleng is convinced that Fikile is indeed her older sister, Phumelele, doesn't mean that their worlds will be instantly set to rights. Fikile was quite comfortable in her life as a Bhele before Puleng came around and exposed all her secrets, so there's no way to tell whether she would want to return to her "real family." After all, the Bheles are her family, regardless of how she came into their life. They raised her and love her - why would she want to leave them for people she's never known? Plus, despite how earnestly Puleng delivered the news of her origin, it doesn't make up for the ways Puleng's presence has disrupted Fikile's life!
So, there's definitely a lot of drama to hash out between Puleng and Fikile in another season. There's also the potential throuple between Chris, Mark, and Zama to explore, Puleng's relationship with KB and Wade, and of course, the truth behind Fikile's abduction. Once the adults learn what happened, someone is going to have to go down for it. So give the people what they want, Netflix, we need another season of Blood & Water!
Serena Williams Reveals She Took 6 Weeks Off From Tennis at the Start of Stay-at-Home Orders
To get through the challenging times our pandemic-stricken world has put us in, going with the flow seems like our best option. Even GOAT and tennis superstar Serena Williams knows this - she took six full weeks off from tennis at the start of social distancing guidelines and stay-at-home orders. She slowed down physically. This allowed her to tend to a knee injury she'd been nursing, she told MAKERS founder and executive producer Dyllan McGee during Verizon Media and Yahoo's "Reset Your Mindset" virtual event. She has shared her at-home stretches and yoga flows on Instagram, but for the past few weeks she's been back on the court again with zero pain.
Williams said at the event, which focuses on mental health and wellbeing amid the novel coronavirus pandemic, that with international sports at a standstill, she's not sure when tournaments will resume. (Note: as of May 15, The ATP Tour and International Tennis Federation announced professional tennis will be suspended until July 31. WTA has also suspended events through July and said it will give a further update in June.) "I don't know if it's good to open up," Williams said, "but I'm just waiting on the right people to make the decision."
Williams revealed that though she struggled when stay-at-home orders first began - she wasn't used to being home all of the time - now it has brought her a sense of normalcy. "I'm here, I'm with my daughter, and it's a lot of stuff I don't get to do normally. I feel like I almost get to be normal, and as weird as it sounds, it's amazing and I love it." Though she says she's thriving, there are still difficulties especially when it comes to motherhood.
"It's a lot of work every single day," Williams said, adding later on, "Don't think it's gonna be roses because it is gonna be roses, but there's a lot of poop with those roses." (That's one hell of a quote on motherhood we love!) To help keep her mindset strong right now, she said that she prays, something she classifies as an important part of her everyday life. Williams has also kept up with intermittent fasting and noted she's trying to eat healthy.
Tennis has taught Williams that "not everything is gonna be perfect," and that mindset has translated into how she views life. Not every day is going to be perfect, especially during these uncertain times. Let's all take a page out of Williams's book and slow down when we need to, find a routine that works, and do what feels right.
Gabi Butler Teases a Return to Navarro Cheer For Another Season: "I Want That One Last Time"
Gabi Butler knows the sad reality of an unfinished season firsthand. The Navarro athlete from Netflix's Cheer made it all the way to Daytona this year only to be faced with an unfortunate cancellation as a result of the novel coronavirus. Although many suspected this would be Butler's final year with the National Championship team, she told POPSUGAR on May 20 that she has "one more year of eligibility" and is considering a return.
"There's really nothing like that program, it's completely life-changing."
"Technically, I have one more year at Navarro because I didn't compete on the [Daytona] Bandshell this year," she said, describing Daytona's cancellation as "devastating" and "heartbreaking." "As of right now, I'm not 100 percent sure if I'm going to go back but I low-key feel like I'm going to. It was just not a good way to end."
Does this mean all of the Navarro Cheer athletes who missed Daytona 2020 are eligible for another year? It's unclear, and is likely a decision left up to the National Cheerleaders Association. However, one thing is clear: this team holds a special place in Butler's heart. "I feel like I want that one last time with that program," she explained. "There's really nothing like that program, it's completely life-changing."
Though Butler could be getting another chance at her final year, she knows "things aren't going to last forever" and "everything happens for a reason." She wants to encourage other student athletes who might be feeling the loss of season celebrations to stay positive and motivated during these hard times. That's why she partnered with Playtex Sport to host a #VirtualSeniorNight on her Instagram Live on Thursday at 7 p.m. ET. Tune in to (virtually) party with Butler, and maybe catch some more Cheer secrets in the process.
Megan Rapinoe Getting Her Hair Cut by Sue Bird Is Both Stressful and Hilarious
Like many of us, Megan Rapinoe had been in desperate need of a haircut and finally tapped her partner, Sue Bird, to trim her thick, purple-pink "mop." But unlike most of us, the couple got real-time assistance from friend and celebrity stylist, Riawna Capri. During a recent episode of Rapinoe and Bird's Instagram Live series, A Touch More, Capri walked Bird through cutting Rapinoe's hair, and we couldn't stop laughing.
"You guys, this could be bad . . . but also could be good."
Rapinoe and Bird created an at-home salon experience for the cut, complete with a cape, styling products, various combs, and clippers they purchased at CVS. "You guys, this could be bad . . . but also could be good," the USWNT star said before Bird began clipping away. While watching Bird cut Rapinoe's hair was stressful, to say the least, it was also pretty hilarious to see Rapinoe being a "backseat driver," and looking a little nervous.
Capri offered diligent feedback while demonstrating every cut and shave throughout, and we have to say, the end result is really impressive. Even Rapinoe approved of her new look, and was excited about her "real haircut." Whether you're also in need of an at-home cut or want a laugh, check out the video above, and start around the 22-minute mark to watch the hair cutting commence.
Taco Bell's New Pineapple Whip and Tie-Dye Freezes Have Me Dreaming of Summer Vacation
Somebody pass me a straw, because Taco Bell has added two fruit-flavored freeze drinks to its menu, and my taste buds are about to take a one-way tropical vacation. The fast food restaurant's new Pineapple Whip Freeze drink is a combination of juicy pineapple flavors and sweet vanilla creamer that sounds reminiscent of Disney's classic pineapple whip, and I'm so ready to try one.
Complete with a green pineapple-inspired lid, the drink is available for pickup at participating Taco Bell locations in regular size for $2 and large for $3. If you manage to get to the drive-thru during happy hour, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., you can snag one (or two) for $1 each. In addition to the tropical drink, Taco Bell is also offering tie-dye drinks made of Pineapple Whip Freeze, Mountain Dew Baja Blast Freeze, and Wild Strawberry Freeze as a secret menu item for a limited time. Keep reading to take an up-close look at the tie-dye drinks and the Pineapple Whip Freeze for yourself ahead.
Here's How to Grill the Perfect Summer Corn
Is there anything better than munching on corn on the cob while enjoying a long, warm sunset? The sweet, starchy, flavorful taste of corn is basically summer in a nutshell (or a corn husk, as it were). If you're wondering how to make it perfectly on warm summer nights and beyond, you'll be elated to hear that grilling corn is super simple!
First, make sure you're buying good corn. Look for corn that has a tight green husk and golden brown tassels on top. Steer clear of corn that's browning on the husk. Once you have good corn and are ready to get cookin', heat up the grill for at least 10 minutes. Remember that depending on whether you have a gas grill or a charcoal grill, you'll need to heat it up for different periods of time. A charcoal grill takes up to 25 minutes to get hot enough, while a gas grill usually takes about 10.
Now, decide whether you'll cook your corn with the husks on or off. Cooking with the husks on can help hold in any spices or flavors you decide to add (peel the husks back, remove the golden tassels to the best of your ability, slather on butter, salt, and other spices, and then pull the husks back up). Leaving the husks on will also protect the kernels from the heat, which makes them more tender. If you're removing the husks altogether, simply take them and the tassels off and add your butter and salt directly to the corn.
Finally, it's time to grill! Place the corn on your grill and cook for about 10 minutes. Be sure to rotate the corn numerous times throughout cooking so that it comes out pleasantly charred all over. Bon appétit!
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
mercredi 20 mai 2020
Wicked! This Magical Marauder's Map Face Mask Changes Colors When You Breathe on It
I solemnly swear to spend all my money on anything and everything Harry-Potter-related, and that includes this handmade Marauder's Map mask that changes colors when you breathe into it. Colorado-based artist Stefanie Hook made the mask from scratch and shared a video, which now has over two million views, of the face mask in action to her TikTok account (@coloradopex). When it reaches a temperature of 82 degress, the mask reveals a stunningly detailed image of the Marauder's Map when it senses heat.
Hook, who is a mother of three and a US Naval Reservist, according to Insider, also owns her own company called Colorado Pony Express (CPEX). In response to the increasing demand for face masks, Hook has started to sell them alongside the company's hand-sewn plush toys and accessories. The masks are not medical-grade, but they are made according to the Center For Disease Control's sewing instructions with licensed cotton fabric, elastic, and color-changing pigment.
After being exposed to heat, the mask will not fade back to black until it's exposed to a significantly lower temperature. Hook also said the design placement on these magical face coverings varies per mask and can fade after being worn and washed. Still, I'd say this invention is pretty wicked, as Ron Weasley puts it.
While the mask isn't currently for sale - possibly because there's more magic behind it than we realize - Hook hopes to have a limited number of the color-changing mask available on her website as soon as May 29. Keep scrolling to see Hook's spellbinding mask in action and to see how she made it from the very beginning.
Here's the Exact Moment Netflix Drops New TV Episodes
Over the last few years, Netflix's original series have taken the TV world by storm, racking up social media buzz, awards, and countless fans. On the day each new season of an original series is set to drop, the show is available in its entirety at 3 a.m. ET/midnight PT. Why is that?
The company has never officially commented on the release time, but what makes the most sense is that it goes by the clock in the time zone where the company is headquartered. Netflix's company headquarters is in a suburb of San Francisco, with another 800-person office located in Los Angeles. So the streaming service drops its original series during the first minute in that time zone on their respective release dates (which tend to be Fridays or, more recently, Wednesdays).
So, for example, Too Hot to Handle season one dropped on Friday, April 17, 2020, at midnight PT - and the releases are at the same instant worldwide. Not the same time on the clock, the same moment. So a show that drops at midnight in Los Angeles is released at 3 a.m. in New York, 8 a.m. in London, and 4 p.m. in Tokyo.
Every once in a while Netflix changes things up, like when season three of House of Cards dropped at 3 a.m. PT/6 a.m. ET. But most of the time, the company sticks with a midnight PT release.
One thing people have wondered about is if it's possible to trick Netflix into thinking you're in a different time zone and therefore watch shows early. It's not, because making Netflix think you're in a different place doesn't actually help you watch shows early. If the company releases the shows all at once worldwide, having the service think you're in England when you're really in the US doesn't help you - the show you're looking for will still drop at 8 a.m. London time, which is always going to be 3 a.m. ET or midnight PT. This would only be possible if Netflix released shows at the same time on the clock in every time zone, i.e. midnight ET and midnight PT. In that case, if you lived in California, you might be able to trick Netflix into thinking you're on the East Coast and therefore get to watch a new season at 9 p.m. PT.
Even that hypothetical scenario might not be possible anymore, because Netflix has been cracking down on the use of proxy servers. A few years ago, some users were employing proxy servers to change their IP addresses in order for Netflix to think they were in a different country for purposes of watching content blocked in their own countries. Netflix announced in January 2016 that it was cracking down on this practice, in addition to trying to negotiate deals so that all of its content is available in all countries.
Either way, since shows are released simultaneously all around the world, it doesn't matter. We all have to wait until the same moment, whether it be the middle of the night for East Coasters or dinnertime for Australians, to start watching our favorite new releases.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
18 of the Best Classic Movies You Can Watch on Netflix Tonight
Netflix's library of new movies isn't all it has to offer: there are several old movies on Netflix that are definitely worth a watch! Even as Netflix continues to stream brand-new movies and its own originals, it's also the perfect place to find some older classic films that you might not have seen before, or at least not in a long time. Many of the older offerings on Netflix are cinematic classics, from old musicals to fan-favorite comedies to Oscar-winning dramas, often starring actors you'll recognize, much earlier in their careers.
If you're in the mood for a throwback movie night, you're in the right place! We've rounded up some of the best classic offerings from Netflix's library - keep reading to see our picks for the best old school films on Netflix.
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
50+ Shows on Netflix, Hulu, and Other Streaming Sites With More Than 5 Seasons Each
Looking for something to binge-watch that's a little longer than your average weekend watch? Between all the major streaming services, there are quite a few long-running TV shows that are sure to keep you occupied for as long as you need to be. Every single one of the shows recommended here has run for at least five seasons - most of them have run for even longer - so they're perfect for quarantine viewing or just a long-term investment in a good story. There's something for everyone here, from superhero action thrillers to prestige dramas and heartwarming comedies. Keep reading for dozens of our favorite long-running shows that you can watch on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and HBO right now!
18 of the Best Classic Movies You Can Watch on Netflix Tonight
Netflix's library of new movies isn't all it has to offer: there are several old movies on Netflix that are definitely worth a watch! Even as Netflix continues to stream brand-new movies and its own originals, it's also the perfect place to find some older classic films that you might not have seen before, or at least not in a long time. Many of the older offerings on Netflix are cinematic classics, from old musicals to fan-favorite comedies to Oscar-winning dramas, often starring actors you'll recognize, much earlier in their careers.
If you're in the mood for a throwback movie night, you're in the right place! We've rounded up some of the best classic offerings from Netflix's library - keep reading to see our picks for the best old school films on Netflix.
- Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes
50+ Shows on Netflix, Hulu, and Other Streaming Sites With More Than 5 Seasons Each
Looking for something to binge-watch that's a little longer than your average weekend watch? Between all the major streaming services, there are quite a few long-running TV shows that are sure to keep you occupied for as long as you need to be. Every single one of the shows recommended here has run for at least five seasons - most of them have run for even longer - so they're perfect for quarantine viewing or just a long-term investment in a good story. There's something for everyone here, from superhero action thrillers to prestige dramas and heartwarming comedies. Keep reading for dozens of our favorite long-running shows that you can watch on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and HBO right now!
So, Uh, Ever Wondered What Pizza, Donut, and Cheese Puff Nail Polish Would Smell Like?
If you're a fan of cheese puffs, you'll know that "Cheeto fingers" are a messy (but tasty) phenomenon, but SinfulColors's new snack-themed nail polishes take the term to a whole new level. The drugstore nail polish brand's new Sweet and Salty collection features six nail polishes inspired by some of our favorite convenience store snacks, and the cheese puff shade already has me licking my lips. In addition to its cheesy scent, the polish is a vibrant orange shade and features a "crumbled" texture throughout, making your fingers look like they're fresh out of a bag of snacks.
Other savory polish shades include cheese-colored Pizza Party polish with red, yellow, and black confetti bits; lavender Donut Even polish with rainbow confetti; and yellow Taco Tuesday polish with multicolored confetti. For dessert-lovers, the collection also includes beige Cookies and Cream polish with chocolate chip black glitter and black Chocolate Cake polish with white flecks. Now, if only there was a watermelon sugar shade . . .
Exclusively available at Walmart for $2 to $3 per bottle, the collection is currently out of stock in most colors. But keep your eyes peeled for the colors next time they're available, and take a closer look at each delicious-looking flavor shade ahead.
I Went From Never Working Out For 31 Years to Doing It 3 Times a Week - Here's How
I used to shudder at the sound of the word exercise. I couldn't understand why anyone would want to put themselves through something so sweaty, sticky, and gruesome. Plus, I was always slim so, in my mind, I didn't have much incentive to work out.
After battling depression for five years and reading tons of self-help books, I started looking for practical and healthy ways to lift my mood. Almost everything I read suggested exercise, and that's when it dawned on me that working out wasn't just about weight loss. There are lots of reasons people love going to the gym or breaking out their own equipment at home, and one just happens to be the happy-making endorphins that come along with exercise.
Once I started working out, I quickly came to the conclusion that it's far from overhyped or overrated. It's worth the time, sweat, and muscle aches. But going from not working out at all to exercising three times a week takes some effort. Here are my best tips for getting there yourself.
Free Therapy and Mental Health Services You Can Access During the Coronavirus Outbreak
We understand that tending to your mental health is important, especially now as the novel coronavirus pandemic continues - and so do mental health professionals. Many have volunteered their time to provide free services and therapy sessions to help you cope with whatever you're going through related to COVID-19 or otherwise.
For instance, Adrienne Meier, PhD, signed up for two volunteer positions in New York: one Emotional Support Hotline created by the New York State Office of Mental Health (OHM) and another network specific to NYC healthcare workers on the front lines of this novel coronavirus pandemic. The response has been immense - over 14,000 mental health professionals have signed up to be notified of volunteer opportunities through the OMH, Dr. Meier told POPSUGAR. She said the process of volunteering itself has taken time due to the influx of signups (she's in the process of volunteering her services virtually as a psychologist in California, too, where she's also licensed to practice therapy). Why? Because, she said, people need her services right now (coronavirus anxiety is real).
Dr. Meier and other therapists POPSUGAR has spoken to do not consider crisis hotline work to be the same thing as teletherapy. Teletherapy is therapy sessions administered through HIPAA-compliant phone calls or video sessions from a licensed professional in your state - though teletherapy laws during the time of this national emergency are becoming less strict in terms of technology and may permit cross-state service. The same goes for messaging with a therapist on an app. It's therapeutic, sure, and can absolutely be beneficial, but it's not therapy in their eyes.
"If someone calls the hotline, we can provide them with support and listen and provide them with concrete coping skills to assist them in whatever mental health issue or crisis they're experiencing," Dr. Meier said. "It can still be really helpful to whoever's calling in. It's just a different type of help than we would perhaps offer in an ongoing therapy relationship." Licensed mental health counselor Sheina Schochet, who's volunteering her time as well, agreed. "It's considered more of a one-time therapeutic consult as opposed to consistent therapy because you're not getting the same therapist necessarily and it doesn't follow a consistent treatment plan."
Below, you'll find a list of free therapy and other forms of consulting done by mental health professionals in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic. There are individual sessions, messaging services, and support groups. While many of these services are for everyone, others are specifically for front-line or essential workers. And a quick note on privacy: if you're using apps or other platforms for teletherapy, it's important to read through their privacy policy beforehand as they will be collecting information about you when you sign up. We will link to these policies ahead as necessary.
Free Therapy Sessions or Other Mental Health Services During the Coronavirus Outbreak
Real
Real, a New York City startup, is offering free four-session "digital group salons" through the end of May for those living in New York state. The Real to the People program included free one-time "digital mental check-ins" as well, but those are no longer available. The group salons are six- to eight-person sessions hosted by licensed therapists on topics like finding meaning in your work, pregnancy during this time, and being single while social distancing. Read Real's privacy policy.
Hillside Wellness Center
Until July 1, Hillside Wellness Center is offering free group sessions for residents of California (then, groups will go back to the regular fee of $20 per session). And also until July 1, new clients who want to try couples, family, children, or individual therapy can do so at no cost for the first three sessions if they mention POPSUGAR, said Irene Yaymadjian, PsyD, clinical director of Hillside Wellness Center. She further said that after July 1, all couples, family, children, and individual therapy will cost $25 per session for the rest of the year. All sessions are currently conducted by phone, FaceTime, or Zoom (personal devices can be used at this time due to the national emergency). You can contact Hillside Wellness Center on Instagram or via email at info@hillsidewellnesscenter.org.
BetterHelp
BetterHelp, in partnership with Thoughtful Human, is offering anyone who needs it one month of free messaging, phone, or video sessions with a licensed therapist (free from whenever you sign up). You can fill out a questionnaire on the landing page: betterhelp.com/thoughtfulhuman. Then, you'll be matched with a licensed therapist within 24 hours through BetterHelp's platform. According to a spokesperson, the professional you're matched with will be licensed in your state. Read BetterHelp's privacy policy.
Hims and Hers
Free anonymous support-group sessions conducted via Zoom are being held for the foreseeable future through wellness product brands Hims and Hers, though a spokesperson clarified that sessions on both platforms are the same. Currently, topics include issues like difficulty sleeping, trouble focusing, coping with COVID-19, relationship issues, managing anxiety, and more. According to the spokesperson, all participants can choose their username and how it's presented in the call, and they can choose their use of video, audio, and chat as well. Hims and Hers also noted that though engagement is encouraged, they welcome people to join in and listen if that's all those individuals are comfortable with. Check out the groups here and here. Read the Hers and Hims privacy policy.
Coronavirus Online Therapy
A collective of therapists have volunteered their time with Coronavirus Online Therapy, a program for front-line and essential workers. Catherine Saxton-Thompson, MPH, MSW, LCSW, is one of the therapists, and she told POPSUGAR that she would consider this service to be therapy, as these workers are paired up with professionals in their state and they can continue sessions with those individual therapists. The sessions range from pro-bono (free) up to $50. (Note: Saxton-Thompson is also giving free mental health check-ins, which she said isn't considered therapy. They are sessions where she provides mindfulness tools and can help you find a therapist from your own state that you may want to become a client of during this time. If interested, you can contact her via her private practice website, Wholehearted Life Therapy.)
Talkspace
Talkspace is offering a free month of service to a limited number of healthcare workers on the front lines of the novel coronavirus pandemic through its Unlimited Messaging Plus plan. This includes text, video, and audio messaging with a licensed therapist. According to a spokesperson, as of now and through donations, Talkspace is able to extend this offer to at least 2,100 healthcare workers. They can sign up through the Talkspace app or website by providing their NPI and/or work badge for verification. Read the Talkspace privacy policy.
Thrivetalk
Thrivetalk is offering one free 20-minute video or phone session specifically to healthcare workers and first responders through the duration of this pandemic. The sessions are conducted through Simple Practice, a HIPAA-compliant platform for telehealth services, according to a spokesperson. For everyone else, sessions are at a discounted price. You can sign up at thrivetalk.com/online-therapy. Read Thrivetalk's privacy policy.
Reloveution
Through the First Responder & Healthcare Professional Support Program, Reloveution is offering sessions with volunteer licensed therapists who have mostly pledged to stay on for up to six weeks. Reloveution founder Marissa Badgley, MSW, told POPSUGAR that she is not considering it to be therapy because it is short-term and "designed to respond to acute stress rather than being an ongoing service and relationship." This way, she's able to match people with therapists across state lines (however, Badgley said she and her team are mostly matching people via email with therapists in their home states regardless). Reloveution is servicing healthcare workers, first responders, and their families across the US and Canada right now, and they can fill out this Google form.
NYC COVID Care Network
All essential workers and their families based in the New York City Metro Area are eligible to request to speak to a mental health professional through this service. These free sessions will be conducted by phone or video, and the network of volunteers states that, for legal reasons, the services provided cannot be considered therapy. The network also can provide spiritual support, a spokesperson noted. Apply here.
Lyf
The Lyf app is offering free 24/7 support from licensed psychologists related to COVID-19. Users can create discussions called "Beats," where people interact with each other on a range of different topics. According to CCO and partner at Lyf Jordan Freda, there's a COVID-19 "Beat" pinned to the upper lefthand corner of the home screen. Licensed psychologists from Lyf's support team are contributing to the discussions and answering questions in real time. This is not considered therapy, rather group support. Additionally, Lyf is offering one free 60-minute messaging support session for front line workers through the app. Register at lyf.app/healthcare-workers. You can download the Lyf app for iOS here and read Lyf's privacy policy.
VFR Healthcare
First responders, healthcare professionals, essential workers, and their families can access teletherapy through a company called Veteran and First Responder Healthcare (VFR Healthcare). Sessions are conducted through a HIPAA-compliant platform with professionals licensed to administer therapy. A spokesperson said they accept most major commercial health insurance plans and are covering all copays and deductibles so there is no cost to people seeking their services. The number of covered sessions depends on your insurance plan. If you do not have benefits, they will work on developing a cost-free treatment plan, according to the spokesperson. To sign up, email telehealth@vfrhealthcare.com, call 800-530-1250, or fill out a contact form on their website.
A Final Note on Mental Health Services
As always, if you or someone you love are feeling anxious or depressed and need help finding resources, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (1-240-485-1001) and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (1-800-950-6264) have resources available. Another important hotline is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Call 1-800-273-8255 or text 741741 for 24-hour crisis support. For any COVID-19 hotlines specific to where you live - such as the Emotional Support Hotline for New Yorkers (1-844-863-9314) - check your state government or city resources. Interested in teletherapy? Read up on video and phone sessions with therapists during this time.
I Went From Never Working Out For 31 Years to Doing It 3 Times a Week - Here's How
I used to shudder at the sound of the word exercise. I couldn't understand why anyone would want to put themselves through something so sweaty, sticky, and gruesome. Plus, I was always slim so, in my mind, I didn't have much incentive to work out.
After battling depression for five years and reading tons of self-help books, I started looking for practical and healthy ways to lift my mood. Almost everything I read suggested exercise, and that's when it dawned on me that working out wasn't just about weight loss. There are lots of reasons people love going to the gym or breaking out their own equipment at home, and one just happens to be the happy-making endorphins that come along with exercise.
Once I started working out, I quickly came to the conclusion that it's far from overhyped or overrated. It's worth the time, sweat, and muscle aches. But going from not working out at all to exercising three times a week takes some effort. Here are my best tips for getting there yourself.
So, Uh, Ever Wondered What Pizza, Donut, and Cheese Puff Nail Polish Would Smell Like?
If you're a fan of cheese puffs, you'll know that "Cheeto fingers" are a messy (but tasty) phenomenon, but SinfulColors's new snack-themed nail polishes take the term to a whole new level. The drugstore nail polish brand's new Sweet and Salty collection features six nail polishes inspired by some of our favorite convenience store snacks, and the cheese puff shade already has me licking my lips. In addition to its cheesy scent, the polish is a vibrant orange shade and features a "crumbled" texture throughout, making your fingers look like they're fresh out of a bag of snacks.
Other savory polish shades include cheese-colored Pizza Party polish with red, yellow, and black confetti bits; lavender Donut Even polish with rainbow confetti; and yellow Taco Tuesday polish with multicolored confetti. For dessert-lovers, the collection also includes beige Cookies and Cream polish with chocolate chip black glitter and black Chocolate Cake polish with white flecks. Now, if only there was a watermelon sugar shade . . .
Exclusively available at Walmart for $2 to $3 per bottle, the collection is currently out of stock in most colors. But keep your eyes peeled for the colors next time they're available, and take a closer look at each delicious-looking flavor shade ahead.
The 56 Best Fabric Face Masks to Shop Online
We know that hunting down face masks can be tough right now. The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that Americans wear face coverings when out in public, which means it's vital to stock up. Wearing face masks can help to minimize the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
That's why we created an easy-to-reference shopping guide of all the fabric face masks available to purchase online right now. These options come from sites like Etsy, Anthropologie, Gap, and lots more retailers. Check them out ahead and select the choice that's best for you.
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