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.
vendredi 13 novembre 2020
You Don't Need a Gym to Build Muscle - Here's How to Do It at Home, According to Experts
While losing weight is all about burning calories, building muscle is a different story. If you're looking to increase your muscle mass, there are certain things you can do to optimize your workouts.
First, a quick anatomy lesson on muscles and how they're built. "There are a variety of factors that influence muscle growth, from exercise and nutrition to age, hormones, gender, and even sleep," Susanna Kalnes, an ACE-certified group fitness instructor and creator of the new, music-driven strength format CHISEL, told POPSUGAR. "But generally speaking, the way you build muscle is by tearing down or damaging your muscle fibers so that they fuse together, rebuild, and grow."
This process is called muscle hypertrophy and the good news is you don't need to be at a gym to achieve it. POPSUGAR spoke to several experts for tips on how to build muscle at home.
If You're Having Trouble Processing Trauma, Try This Journaling Technique From a Therapist
Trauma differs for everyone - it's caused by varying events or experiences one has gone through - and there are instances where it may progress into post-traumatic stress disorder. Licensed mental health counselor Jor-El Caraballo, cofounder of Viva Wellness, said he thinks "it can be really difficult for people to understand the ways in which trauma has impacted them." That's why he explained that when he starts working with clients on processing their traumatic experiences, it takes time and a complex approach to delve into not only specific events but also responses to those events.
"For more everyday issues, there tends to be a very direct path," Caraballo told POPSUGAR. "But for trauma, a lot of the work is trying to figure out where those connections are for that individual person, and that can make it complicated." In other words, not everything is black and white - how you react to trauma may not always be so overt.
A tool Caraballo called out for beginning to analyze trauma is writing your experience or experiences in the third person as if you were talking about someone else as opposed to yourself. You should write out a literal short story, not make bullet points down a page. This, he said, can help you distance yourself from your trauma enough so you can view its impact more clearly.
Trauma itself generates a feeling of danger or instability, and Caraballo said writing in third person provides emotional and psychological safety. "It's not, 'I've experienced this.' It is, 'This character experiences,'" he explained. "Even that can help create a little bit more safety to explore the feelings and thoughts that come up to that person."
Caraballo said he typically does this with clients as a one-time exercise, but people can try it on their own as well before deciding if they want to seek expert help. "I definitely think it's a good idea to speak with a professional about what comes up in these kinds of reflections as it can be overwhelming to work through difficult emotions," he noted. He would advise people to consider how the exercise was for them - Was it hard to write? What emotions came up? - then gauge the need for therapy because "those reactions can identify some ongoing points to work through in more professionally supported work."
If the writing exercise gets to be too triggering, Caraballo wants you to stop in your tracks. "You don't need to complete it for the sake of completing it," he said. "It can actually be more harmful if you disregard feeling overwhelmed or if you 'numb out' in the middle of it." Also, this exercise isn't something he suggests doing multiple times. Use it to get a new and slightly removed vantage point and to figure out what the next steps are in your mental health journey.
Sculpt Your Arms, Back, Butt, and Legs With This 30-Minute Beginner Total-Body Workout
When we don't have a bunch of time to work out, or we simply want to get a bout of movement in, total-body workouts are our go-to. But trying to program a workout that is effective and targets multiple muscle groups can be confusing. Instead of stressing out and trying to come up with a workout yourself, Idalis Velazquez, a NASM-certified trainer and the creator of Beachbody's first running program, 30 Day Breakaway, created this conditioning total-body workout that can be done alone or in conjunction with her 23-minute running workout if you're looking for an extra challenge.
This six-move workout is composed of compound exercises - multijoint movements that work groups of large muscle, such as squats and deadlifts - and will work your back, arms, shoulders, abs, legs, and glutes in just 30 minutes. Compound exercises elicit a greater energy expenditure than isolated movements such as triceps extensions because you're utilizing more muscle groups at once, which means you can also burn more fat and calories in a session.
No matter your goal, this workout will challenge you and have you feeling accomplished and powerful, both mentally and physically, once it's finished. Grab your weights and some water and put on your favorite playlist, because it's time to get to work.
Idalis Velazquez's 30-Minute Total-Body Strength Workout
Equipment needed: Two medium- to heavy-weight dumbbells. "Use moderate to heavy weights that feel challenging to you, but that will allow you to perform moves with proper form," Velazquez told POPSUGAR. Here's a guide on how to choose the right weight.
Directions: Before getting started, get your muscles warm with a dynamic warmup. This workout will be completed as a circuit, taking 30 seconds of rest in between each exercise and one to two minutes of rest in between each round.
For each exercise, Velazquez said to complete 10 to 15 reps. If you're a beginner, she recommends doing fewer reps, and if you're more advanced, she recommends working at a higher rep count. Complete a total of three rounds if you're getting back into a workout routine or new to strength training and four rounds if you're more advanced. After the workout, don't forget to cool down. We recommend doing some combination of foam rolling and stretching.
- Dumbbell sumo tempo squat: 10 to 15 reps, followed by 30 seconds of rest
- Push-up with plank row: 10 to 15 reps, followed by 30 seconds of rest
- Reverse lunge with bicep curl: 10 to 15 reps, followed by 30 seconds of rest
- Half-kneeling Arnold shoulder press: 10 to 15 reps, followed by 30 seconds of rest
- Deadlift with double bent-over row: 10 to 15 reps, followed by 30 seconds of rest
- Glute bridge hold with a dumbbell chest press: 10 to 15 reps
Take one to two minutes of rest, and repeat for a total of three to four rounds.
20 Cool Gifts For Cats That’ll Actually Benefit Owners, Too
Whether you have a new kitten on your hands or an older cat in the house, don't forget to treat them this holiday season too. While you likely have the essentials, it doesn't mean they are the best and most practical options on the market. To help you shop for some useful (or just plain stylish) picks, we curated a list of problem-solving must haves ahead. From a robot litter box to stylish and comfy pet beds, these will actually make your life better too. Keep reading to shop them all.
21 Self-Care and Stress-Free Gifts That Can Help People With Anxiety
Finding the perfect holiday gift for someone struggling with anxiety could be tricky. There is an endless list of products that can be used to provide calming effects for anxiety. We've rounded up our top picks of items that could be major de-stressors for anyone who deals with anxiety on a daily basis. From self-care based beauty and bath treatments to finds that will keep you actively mindful, these gifts are a great way to take care of you and your loved ones' holistic health. Keep reading to see which relaxation techniques need to be on your holiday shopping gift list this season.
- Additional reporting by Macy Cate Williams and Terry Carter
You Don't Need a Gym to Build Muscle - Here's How to Do It at Home, According to Experts
While losing weight is all about burning calories, building muscle is a different story. If you're looking to increase your muscle mass, there are certain things you can do to optimize your workouts.
First, a quick anatomy lesson on muscles and how they're built. "There are a variety of factors that influence muscle growth, from exercise and nutrition to age, hormones, gender, and even sleep," Susanna Kalnes, an ACE-certified group fitness instructor and creator of the new, music-driven strength format CHISEL, told POPSUGAR. "But generally speaking, the way you build muscle is by tearing down or damaging your muscle fibers so that they fuse together, rebuild, and grow."
This process is called muscle hypertrophy and the good news is you don't need to be at a gym to achieve it. POPSUGAR spoke to several experts for tips on how to build muscle at home.
If You're Having Trouble Processing Trauma, Try This Journaling Technique From a Therapist
Trauma differs for everyone - it's caused by varying events or experiences one has gone through - and there are instances where it may progress into post-traumatic stress disorder. Licensed mental health counselor Jor-El Caraballo, cofounder of Viva Wellness, said he thinks "it can be really difficult for people to understand the ways in which trauma has impacted them." That's why he explained that when he starts working with clients on processing their traumatic experiences, it takes time and a complex approach to delve into not only specific events but also responses to those events.
"For more everyday issues, there tends to be a very direct path," Caraballo told POPSUGAR. "But for trauma, a lot of the work is trying to figure out where those connections are for that individual person, and that can make it complicated." In other words, not everything is black and white - how you react to trauma may not always be so overt.
A tool Caraballo called out for beginning to analyze trauma is writing your experience or experiences in the third person as if you were talking about someone else as opposed to yourself. You should write out a literal short story, not make bullet points down a page. This, he said, can help you distance yourself from your trauma enough so you can view its impact more clearly.
Trauma itself generates a feeling of danger or instability, and Caraballo said writing in third person provides emotional and psychological safety. "It's not, 'I've experienced this.' It is, 'This character experiences,'" he explained. "Even that can help create a little bit more safety to explore the feelings and thoughts that come up to that person."
Caraballo said he typically does this with clients as a one-time exercise, but people can try it on their own as well before deciding if they want to seek expert help. "I definitely think it's a good idea to speak with a professional about what comes up in these kinds of reflections as it can be overwhelming to work through difficult emotions," he noted. He would advise people to consider how the exercise was for them - Was it hard to write? What emotions came up? - then gauge the need for therapy because "those reactions can identify some ongoing points to work through in more professionally supported work."
If the writing exercise gets to be too triggering, Caraballo wants you to stop in your tracks. "You don't need to complete it for the sake of completing it," he said. "It can actually be more harmful if you disregard feeling overwhelmed or if you 'numb out' in the middle of it." Also, this exercise isn't something he suggests doing multiple times. Use it to get a new and slightly removed vantage point and to figure out what the next steps are in your mental health journey.
Matthew Perry Just Confirmed the Friends Reunion Is Happening in March
We could not be more excited: the Friends reunion is happening for real! It's been rumored for some time that there would be a reunion special of the iconic sitcom, and now it's officially in the works. So when can we watch our favorites back together again?
According to Matthew Perry, it's all happening in March 2021. "Friends reunion being rescheduled for the beginning of March. Looks like we have a busy year coming up. And that's the way I like it!" Perry tweeted on Nov. 12.
Friends reunion being rescheduled for the beginning of March. Looks like we have a busy year coming up. And that's the way I like it!
- matthew perry (@MatthewPerry) November 12, 2020
The Friends reunion special was initially supposed to go hand in hand with the launch of HBO Max this past May. However, due to concerns surrounding the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), production was pushed back.
HBO Max famously snapped up the streaming rights to the entire original series of Friends, which left its previous streaming home at Netflix in November 2019. The Friends reunion will be a major must-see event right off the bat for HBO's new streaming service, which enters an increasingly crowded and competitive market for streaming.
"Guess you could call this the one where they all got back together - we are reuniting with David, Jennifer, Courteney, Matt, Lisa and Matthew for an HBO Max special that will be programmed alongside the entire Friends library," Kevin Reilly, chief content officer at HBO Max, said in a statement in THR. "I became aware of Friends when it was in the very early stages of development and then had the opportunity to work on the series many years later and have delighted in seeing it catch on with viewers generation after generation. It taps into an era when friends - and audiences - gathered together in real time and we think this reunion special will capture that spirit, uniting original and new fans."
THR also reported that the special will be filmed on Stage 24 of the Warner Bros. Studio lot in Burbank, CA, where the original series was shot. All six of the original stars are signed on and will also executive produce, along with a slew of other producers. The six cast members shared the news to their respective Instagrams, all using the same promotional image and the caption "It's happening" - except for Matt LeBlanc, whose post had the same caption but jokingly used a photo of the M*A*S*H cast instead.
Sculpt Your Arms, Back, Butt, and Legs With This 30-Minute Beginner Total-Body Workout
When we don't have a bunch of time to work out, or we simply want to get a bout of movement in, total-body workouts are our go-to. But trying to program a workout that is effective and targets multiple muscle groups can be confusing. Instead of stressing out and trying to come up with a workout yourself, Idalis Velazquez, a NASM-certified trainer and the creator of Beachbody's first running program, 30 Day Breakaway, created this conditioning total-body workout that can be done alone or in conjunction with her 23-minute running workout if you're looking for an extra challenge.
This six-move workout is composed of compound exercises - multijoint movements that work groups of large muscle, such as squats and deadlifts - and will work your back, arms, shoulders, abs, legs, and glutes in just 30 minutes. Compound exercises elicit a greater energy expenditure than isolated movements such as triceps extensions because you're utilizing more muscle groups at once, which means you can also burn more fat and calories in a session.
No matter your goal, this workout will challenge you and have you feeling accomplished and powerful, both mentally and physically, once it's finished. Grab your weights and some water and put on your favorite playlist, because it's time to get to work.
Idalis Velazquez's 30-Minute Total-Body Strength Workout
Equipment needed: Two medium- to heavy-weight dumbbells. "Use moderate to heavy weights that feel challenging to you, but that will allow you to perform moves with proper form," Velazquez told POPSUGAR. Here's a guide on how to choose the right weight.
Directions: Before getting started, get your muscles warm with a dynamic warmup. This workout will be completed as a circuit, taking 30 seconds of rest in between each exercise and one to two minutes of rest in between each round.
For each exercise, Velazquez said to complete 10 to 15 reps. If you're a beginner, she recommends doing fewer reps, and if you're more advanced, she recommends working at a higher rep count. Complete a total of three rounds if you're getting back into a workout routine or new to strength training and four rounds if you're more advanced. After the workout, don't forget to cool down. We recommend doing some combination of foam rolling and stretching.
- Dumbbell sumo tempo squat: 10 to 15 reps, followed by 30 seconds of rest
- Push-up with plank row: 10 to 15 reps, followed by 30 seconds of rest
- Reverse lunge with bicep curl: 10 to 15 reps, followed by 30 seconds of rest
- Half-kneeling Arnold shoulder press: 10 to 15 reps, followed by 30 seconds of rest
- Deadlift with double bent-over row: 10 to 15 reps, followed by 30 seconds of rest
- Glute bridge hold with a dumbbell chest press: 10 to 15 reps
Take one to two minutes of rest, and repeat for a total of three to four rounds.
44 Gifts That Ship Fast and Are Perfect For All the Last-Minute Shoppers Out There
If you always wait until the last-minute to holiday shop, not to worry - we've got you covered this year. We looked to some of our favorite sites that offer expedited shipping. Retailers like Nordstrom, Amazon, and Shopbop all have great fast and easy shipping options. To make it even easier, we did the browsing work for you.
Ahead, you can shop a number of this season's most popular picks. From comfy slippers for the person who loves to be cozy to initial necklaces that will make anyone feel special, they'll never know these gifts were last-minute pickups. Keep scrolling to shop our favorites.
5 Tips For Successfully Networking (Virtually and in Person) When You're Anxious
Everyone says to get anywhere in life, you have to network. Meet everyone you can, build relationships every day, and somehow make stimulating conversations at the drop of a hat. Well, good for those people that can do that without even thinking about it. But what about the rest of us? The anxious, apprehensive, and sweaty-palmed? Luckily, we're in the 21st century and technology is on the introvert and anxious' side.
Stephen King has a quote: "The scariest moment is always just before you start." Oh, how true that is. The good thing is, however, is that moment only lasts for a second. Afterwards, you can have so many more fulfilling connections to help further your career. Between social media, tips from professionals, and everything in between, the anxious can be just as, if not more, successful in their networking opportunities. Here are five tips to successfully network (both in person and virtually), despite the crippling anxiety.
Related: You've Got This - How to Feel at Ease Before a Job Interview
jeudi 12 novembre 2020
Tips for Making Your Workout More Challenging When You Have Just One Set of Dumbbells
Working out at home has its perks, from convenience to comfort, but one potential shortcoming is a lack of equipment. Whether you are working with minimal storage space or don't want to spend money on new fitness gear right now, you may find yourself feeling stuck in a rut with your same old single set of dumbbells.
Certified personal trainer Alexia Clark knows how you feel, and she has a few ideas for how to challenge yourself even if you only have one set of weights. These ideas also may come in handy if you have another, heavier set of dumbbells, but don't feel ready to graduate to that next level. She shared her three-step advice in an Instagram video, demonstrating each technique with a dumbbell front arm raise.
The first way to add an extra challenge to your strength training is "time under tension." In the video, Clark holds the dumbbells at her sides and lifts them up for three seconds, then down for three seconds. According to Clark's Instagram caption, "this forces your muscles to work harder and optimizes muscular strength, endurance and growth."
Next is adding a pulse - the short range of motion keeps the muscles contracted, Clark explains.
And finally, add a negative. "Negative training makes a deeper inroad during each repetition," she writes, "which stimulates natural muscle-building growth hormone."
If you're looking for other workouts that require minimal or no equipment, you can check out these 10 arm-sculpting exercises, or this five-move arm and ab workout using paper plates.
Click here for more health and wellness stories, tips, and news.
This 17-Year-Old Just Broke an American Junior Marathon Record That Stood For 36 Years
Tierney Wolfgram is just 17 years old, but she's already an American record holder. On Sunday, Wolfgram set an American record in the women's marathon, junior division, with a scorching time of 2:31:49, surpassing Cathy (Schiro) O'Brien's mark of 2:34:24 set back in 1984.
"It still hasn't hit me yet . . . that I did this," Wolfgram told Runner's World afterwards. With large-scale marathons off due to the pandemic, Wolfgram ran on a specially-designed, 6.55-mile out-and-back course twice to get in all 26.2 miles. Instead of competing against dozens of other athletes, she was accompanied by just two other runners, her University of Nevada Reno teammates Carson Leavitt and Adam Sjolund. They had to line up with her on the starting line in order to make the race official, per USA Track and Field rules, and they served as pacers as well.
"There are no words to describe the mass of my gratitude for these two guys," Wolfgram wrote on Instagram afterwards. "They kept me in line and controlled me in the early miles, broke the wind for me the entire way, and lent me strength during the tough parts."
"I'm absolutely stunned," Nevada cross country assistant coach EmKay Sullivan, who was there to see Wolfgram break the record, told Nevadawolfpack.com. "I knew she was going to break it, but she really showed out today! She has a couple of great teammates in Adam and Carson, who helped her immensely in her American record run. . . Super proud to call her part of the Wolf Pack."
"All I was thinking was I was super happy," Wolfgram told Runner's World of beating the record, which had been a goal of hers since completing her first marathon in 2018. "I knew I had done what we wanted to do."
Wolfgram, who graduated high school a year early before starting at Nevada, is also a US Olympic Team hopeful. She placed 76th at the marathon trials in February and has her eye on making the team in 2024, depending on what track and cross country events she excels at in college. "If I find success in the 5K, 10K, and steeplechase, we're gonna focus on those," Wolfgram said. "My goal is to put myself in contention to make a team."
With an impressive American record already under her belt, we'd say Wolfgram's in a good spot to do just that. Check out more photos and videos of her amazing feat below, including the moment she finally crossed the finish line.
A State-by-State Guide to the Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Thanksgiving's menu lineup has been the same for decades with turkey, mashed potatoes, and stuffing taking center stage. While turkey is undoubtedly the table's main showstopper, side dishes have proven to be a close second with some almost stealing the show themselves (who can pass up mashed potatoes?). While most people eat a similar variation of food on Thanksgiving between the turkey and pie, a new study from Zippa has reported that the side dishes people look forward to indulging in vary depending on where they live. From Alaska to New York, tables are filled with everything from mouthwatering hash brown casseroles and rich, buttery crescent rolls to lightened up side salads and creamy corn.
Whether you've got a palate for stuffing or you lean more towards mac and cheese, these state-by-state picks will inspire you to get cookin'. No matter where you're celebrating Thanksgiving this year, check out what the folks in the states around you are craving, and get ready for this year's side dish to be the new star of the show.
This 17-Year-Old Just Broke an American Junior Marathon Record That Stood For 36 Years
Tierney Wolfgram is just 17 years old, but she's already an American record holder. On Sunday, Wolfgram set an American record in the women's marathon, junior division, with a scorching time of 2:31:49, surpassing Cathy (Schiro) O'Brien's mark of 2:34:24 set back in 1984.
"It still hasn't hit me yet . . . that I did this," Wolfgram told Runner's World afterwards. With large-scale marathons off due to the pandemic, Wolfgram ran on a specially-designed, 6.55-mile out-and-back course twice to get in all 26.2 miles. Instead of competing against dozens of other athletes, she was accompanied by just two other runners, her University of Nevada Reno teammates Carson Leavitt and Adam Sjolund. They had to line up with her on the starting line in order to make the race official, per USA Track and Field rules, and they served as pacers as well.
"There are no words to describe the mass of my gratitude for these two guys," Wolfgram wrote on Instagram afterwards. "They kept me in line and controlled me in the early miles, broke the wind for me the entire way, and lent me strength during the tough parts."
"I'm absolutely stunned," Nevada cross country assistant coach EmKay Sullivan, who was there to see Wolfgram break the record, told Nevadawolfpack.com. "I knew she was going to break it, but she really showed out today! She has a couple of great teammates in Adam and Carson, who helped her immensely in her American record run. . . Super proud to call her part of the Wolf Pack."
"All I was thinking was I was super happy," Wolfgram told Runner's World of beating the record, which had been a goal of hers since completing her first marathon in 2018. "I knew I had done what we wanted to do."
Wolfgram, who graduated high school a year early before starting at Nevada, is also a US Olympic Team hopeful. She placed 76th at the marathon trials in February and has her eye on making the team in 2024, depending on what track and cross country events she excels at in college. "If I find success in the 5K, 10K, and steeplechase, we're gonna focus on those," Wolfgram said. "My goal is to put myself in contention to make a team."
With an impressive American record already under her belt, we'd say Wolfgram's in a good spot to do just that. Check out more photos and videos of her amazing feat below, including the moment she finally crossed the finish line.
After Losing Her Hair at 23, This Founder Finally Found Acceptance in Wigs
Suran Yoo started losing her hair due to alopecia at 23 years old. After years of struggling with the condition, which is characterized by circular bald patches on the scalp, wigs helped her regain her confidence. Now she is sharing, in her own words, how her company Silk or Lace aims to end the stigma around hair loss and make it easier for people to shop for wigs. This story was told to Jessica Harrington and edited for length and clarity.
When I went on birth control at 23, I lost half my head of hair. I was on it for a while and, even after getting off of it, while most of my hair grew back it was still very thin. I spent five years trying to find a solution - I tried topical treatments, hair transplants, everything - but none of them really gave me the hair that I had before. There were times where I didn't want to go outside because I just didn't want to struggle with doing my hair.
When I found wigs, I went through this stage of feeling really embarrassed. Hair loss and alopecia tend to be a really embarrassing topic for women; there's a lot of shame there. Fundamentally, a woman's hair is tied to her beauty and I feel like when someone loses their hair, it makes them feel as if they're not feminine. Personally, I felt as if there was something wrong with me and I was really embarrassed to tell other people that I was wearing wigs. Not a lot of people talk about it, and people tend think that if you wear a wig, there must be something wrong with your hair underneath. I was self-conscious that someone would think of me differently if they found out.
It wasn't until after I started my Instagram account The Strandie, where I anonymously started sharing my journey, that I realized there are tons of women out there who feel the same way. Sharing that helped me start to accept myself and I got to the point where I started changing up my look for fun. I didn't feel like I had to wear wigs that matched my natural black hair; I could start wearing blond wigs or curly wigs. It gave me confidence and helped me be forthcoming about what I had considered to be my flaws and find beauty in them. Ironically, by wearing wigs, it helped me accept hair loss even more.
Ironically, by wearing wigs, it helped me accept hair loss even more.
At first, finding a high-quality wig was a disaster. It's so hard to find a good piece online because, while it's a growing industry, most of the boutique shops sell primarily through Instagram. In general, compared to every other part of the beauty industry, it was really hard to navigate all of those little boutique shops one at a time. That makes it hard to price-compare and know what to look for, and navigate the crazy terminology, like what a silk top, lace top, or mono top is. There are a lot of really great hair brands out there, that's not the problem - the problem is that they are hard to shop for.
That's why I created Silk or Lace in April of 2020 as a marketplace for boutique wigs and hair toppers, where you can look at pieces across brands and compare. We brought in these modern shopping tools like custom filters that seem very obvious and basic but aren't commonly used in our industry. Many websites don't even filter by hair color, by hair length, by cap type - basic things again, that we take for granted at shoppers.
Shortly after we expanded with Re:Silk or Lace, which is a category for lightly worn wigs and toppers at a discounted price. I call it The RealReal for wigs. There are Instagram pages and Facebook groups and Craigslist-type of platforms where you can buy and sell wigs, but we offer a formal place that provides a bit more trust in terms of certification.
Since launching, I've gotten an outpouring of support from women who've shared their experiences. If we can alleviate this pressure to have the perfect hair and know that it's okay to pop on a wig and go about your day, Silk or Lace will have accomplished its mission in terms of normalizing wearing wigs, not just in instances of hair loss, but in seeing them as a fine beauty accessory and a way to change their look, too.
Make This Thanksgiving at Home Memorable With These 10 Family-Friendly Activities
With COVID-19 restrictions in place throughout most of the US, it's no surprise that Thanksgiving is going to be tricky to navigate in 2020. But just because you may have to forgo traveling to see your extended family this year, it doesn't mean there isn't some major fun to be had at home!
Because we'll likely be cooking for fewer people, it may leave a few extra hours to spend together. With that it mind, we've gone ahead and rounded up a handful of fun family-friendly activities your crew can engage in leading up to Turkey Day. From making a "thankful" pumpkin to playing some awesome outdoor games, the following list will ensure your squad has an incredible Thanksgiving.
That Time Princess Diana Surprised Prince Charles By Dancing to Billy Joel's "Uptown Girl"
Princess Diana dancing on stage to Billy Joel's "Uptown Girl" might sound like the kind of storyline The Crown would make up for added drama, but it's actually a completely true story! Much to the surprise of her husband and the assorted elites gathered at a Royal Ballet gala, Diana managed to plan, rehearse, and sneak onstage to perform without anyone finding out! Here's how she pulled it off - and how she got mixed reactions.
Princess Diana famously loved dance her entire life. As a child, she took dance lessons, and at one point, she even aspired to be a ballerina, before she grew too tall as a teenager to ever be able to have a professional dance career. Of course, as a member of the aristocracy (and one of the oldest titled families in Britain), she wouldn't have been able to have a career in dance anyway, but she transformed that love for dance into patronage as an adult, including her support of the National Ballet. In 1985, she surprised onlookers when she took a twirl around the dance floor with John Travolta during a trip to the U.S., but her real performance was yet to come.
Wayne Sleep, the dancer who worked with Diana to create and perform the top-secret routine, told The Guardian his version of the story in 2017, twenty years after Diana's death. He explained that Diana had first approached him years before, hoping he could give her dance lessons, but he had been unable to commit to it because of his touring schedule. In 1985, however, the princess approached him again, this time with a one-time idea in mind.
"It was a private show for supporters and friends of the Royal Ballet. Charles was going to be in the audience and she wanted to surprise him; it was all top secret," he said. At first, he worried that their height difference (he is only 5'2", while the late princess was famously tall at 5'10") would cause a problem, but soon "realized she had a good sense of humor, and that we could have some fun with our height difference." After the performance itself and the reactions from the surprised audience, he said, "She loved it, but was most thrilled we'd kept it secret from Charles, and our rehearsals away from the paparazzi. She loved the freedom dancing gave her. A few days later, I got a letter. She wrote: 'Now I understand the buzz you get from performing.'"
Sleep told The Guardian that he and Diana remained friends for a few years after the surprising performance, with the princess frequently visiting him after dance performances or just coming to his apartment for a casual dinner. "I think we got on because we were quite similar: we were both loners; we both had to carve out our own paths . . . we didn't set much store by protocol," he reflected. When photos of their performance leaked in 1995, however, she became more distant, increasingly worried that she couldn't trust anyone, and their friendship faded.
The 2017 documentary Princess Diana: The Woman Inside revealed that not everyone was thrilled with Diana's showstopping stunt. Although it was meant as a Christmas "gift" for Prince Charles, the dance actually upset him more than anything. "She did it as a tribute to Charles. Charles wasn't terribly impressed. He thought she was showing off," royal expert Richard Kay said in the documentary.
You can see more of Sleep's retelling of the famous dance in this CBS video below:
A State-by-State Guide to the Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Thanksgiving's menu lineup has been the same for decades with turkey, mashed potatoes, and stuffing taking center stage. While turkey is undoubtedly the table's main showstopper, side dishes have proven to be a close second with some almost stealing the show themselves (who can pass up mashed potatoes?). While most people eat a similar variation of food on Thanksgiving between the turkey and pie, a new study from Zippa has reported that the side dishes people look forward to indulging in vary depending on where they live. From Alaska to New York, tables are filled with everything from mouthwatering hash brown casseroles and rich, buttery crescent rolls to lightened up side salads and creamy corn.
Whether you've got a palate for stuffing or you lean more towards mac and cheese, these state-by-state picks will inspire you to get cookin'. No matter where you're celebrating Thanksgiving this year, check out what the folks in the states around you are craving, and get ready for this year's side dish to be the new star of the show.
7 Shows to Stream On Netflix If You Love All Things Beauty
Netflix is home to a number of popular films and television series, dozens of which are definitely worth watching when you have a lot of downtime or just want to take your mind off of your current reality. No matter what your interests are, there's a show on the streaming service for everyone - even if you're someone who loves to immerse yourself in all things beauty.
Of all the reality shows and original series available to stream on the platform, a handful of them are beauty-related shows that give a makeovers a whole new meaning. From Queer Eye to Glow Up, read ahead to check out a few shows to watch on Netflix if you're a huge beauty fan.
18 Abstract Tattoo Ideas That'll Make You Go Way Outside the Box With Your Next Piece of Ink
If there's anything we've learned about tattoos, it's that sometimes the more intricate designs are worth the extra time they take to do. Sure, we love a minimalistic tattoo just as much as the next person, but there's something about abstract ink that is really captivating.
Like a real piece of art you could hang on a wall, these kinds of tattoos are exactly as their name suggests: objects that don't depict one specific thing, and instead are drawn on in a combination of shapes, lines, patterns, and colors. The end results are stunning, to say the least, and the best thing about getting one is knowing that your tattoo will be unlike anyone else's.
In case you're looking for a few ideas and inspiration, check out some of our favorite photos of abstract tattoo designs ahead.
This Month's Shopping Haul Takes Me to Old Navy - Here's What I'm Buying
You know what the first thing I did on Nov. 1 was? Put out some holiday decor outside. I didn't go as far as to set up the tree, but I did say goodbye to our glow-in-the-dark skeleton and his assortment of pumpkins, and instead set up a bountiful wreath and poinsettias. I'm someone who loves the holidays, and it spills over into all parts of my life . . . especially my wardrobe.
Join me as I spend my November shopping online at Old Navy. It won't all be holiday-themed, but there's definitely a few fun prints in there. From cozy PJ joggers to all-day bralettes and gorgeous fall dresses, here's everything I'm shopping this month.
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