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 26 septembre 2019
The 18 Coolest Gadgets of 2019 Are So Genius, They'll Change Your Daily Life Forever
When it comes to rising tech trends, we're seeing a big focus on products that will make your life easier. Whether that means giving you time back in your day or keeping things all in one place, products are being designed to make the wearer's day better. Instead of trying to keep up with the constant stream of new stuff coming to market, let us do the hard work for you. Ahead, we rounded up the most mesmerizing, useful items you'll want to get in 2019.
Everything You Need to Know About the Scoring in Gymnastics, Because Yeah, It's Complicated
If you only watch gymnastics when there's a major title on the line, you may not be well-versed in the scoring. While perfect 10s are still awarded in college gymnastics, on the elite level, they've been replaced with a more complex system that rewards risk as much as it does perfection.
Under the current scoring system, there are two major components of a gymnast's score: the difficulty score and the execution score. The difficulty score relates, as you might guess, to the difficulty of the elements performed in a given routine. Every element that a gymnast could potentially perform is assigned a specific skill level, each of which has its own point value. So a "C"-level skill, for instance, would be worth 0.3 points, while an "E"-level skill is designated 0.5 points. There can also be a bonus awarded when skills are successfully connected, and every gymnast's difficulty value includes an elements score, which is calculated based on whether the basic skills required on a particular apparatus are present in the routine. The difficulty score is ultimately comprised of the elements score and the point values for the 10 most difficult skills, as well as any bonus points for connections.
The execution score is the one you probably remember from the golden era of the perfect 10. It measures technique, execution, and artistry. Each gymnast starts with a value of 10, then deductions are assessed for any errors or imperfections during a routine. The value of the deduction depends on the severity of the mistake; a fall, for example, is the most detrimental at 1 point. The highest and lowest scores from the six-judge panel are dropped, and the remaining four are averaged to reach the final execution score.
So, if you've wondered how a gymnast like Simone Biles can nearly fall and still win, it ultimately boils down to the difficulty of the routine and how well they're able to balance that risk with the execution of those skills. Keep reading for a breakdown of the specific requirements for each event.
The 18 Coolest Gadgets of 2019 Are So Genius, They'll Change Your Daily Life Forever
When it comes to rising tech trends, we're seeing a big focus on products that will make your life easier. Whether that means giving you time back in your day or keeping things all in one place, products are being designed to make the wearer's day better. Instead of trying to keep up with the constant stream of new stuff coming to market, let us do the hard work for you. Ahead, we rounded up the most mesmerizing, useful items you'll want to get in 2019.
The 18 Coolest Gadgets of 2019 Are So Genius, They'll Change Your Daily Life Forever
When it comes to rising tech trends, we're seeing a big focus on products that will make your life easier. Whether that means giving you time back in your day or keeping things all in one place, products are being designed to make the wearer's day better. Instead of trying to keep up with the constant stream of new stuff coming to market, let us do the hard work for you. Ahead, we rounded up the most mesmerizing, useful items you'll want to get in 2019.
The Best Gifts For 6-Year-Olds in 2019
The 6-year-old on your list is in an unusual place. They're a full-time student now where independence and responsibility are key components of their day. At home, your tot's still your little kid who isn't quite ready for big-kid toys. We've rounded up some of our favorite finds for the 6-year-old in your life, from an adorable Moana doll to old school games like Battleship.
The child in your life is going to fall in love with these toys. Whether they've got a birthday coming up, or you're just getting an early start on the holidays, it's good to get acquainted with the best toys of the year. Find the best gifts for the babies, toddlers, and kids in your life with our gift guides, including for infants, 1-year-olds, 2-year-olds, 3-year-olds, 4-year-olds, 5-year-olds, 7-year-olds, 8-year-olds, 9-year-olds, tweens, and teens.
Everything You Need to Know About the Scoring in Gymnastics, Because Yeah, It's Complicated
If you only watch gymnastics when there's a major title on the line, you may not be well-versed in the scoring. While perfect 10s are still awarded in college gymnastics, on the elite level, they've been replaced with a more complex system that rewards risk as much as it does perfection.
Under the current scoring system, there are two major components of a gymnast's score: the difficulty score and the execution score. The difficulty score relates, as you might guess, to the difficulty of the elements performed in a given routine. Every element that a gymnast could potentially perform is assigned a specific skill level, each of which has its own point value. So a "C"-level skill, for instance, would be worth 0.3 points, while an "E"-level skill is designated 0.5 points. There can also be a bonus awarded when skills are successfully connected, and every gymnast's difficulty value includes an elements score, which is calculated based on whether the basic skills required on a particular apparatus are present in the routine. The difficulty score is ultimately comprised of the elements score and the point values for the 10 most difficult skills, as well as any bonus points for connections.
The execution score is the one you probably remember from the golden era of the perfect 10. It measures technique, execution, and artistry. Each gymnast starts with a value of 10, then deductions are assessed for any errors or imperfections during a routine. The value of the deduction depends on the severity of the mistake; a fall, for example, is the most detrimental at 1 point. The highest and lowest scores from the six-judge panel are dropped, and the remaining four are averaged to reach the final execution score.
So, if you've wondered how a gymnast like Simone Biles can nearly fall and still win, it ultimately boils down to the difficulty of the routine and how well they're able to balance that risk with the execution of those skills. Keep reading for a breakdown of the specific requirements for each event.
mercredi 25 septembre 2019
Millie Bobby Brown Is Bringing Back the Charm Bracelet, So Sign. Me. Up.
I've been wondering if the charm bracelet of my youth would take hold in the fashion world again, and Millie Bobby Brown and Pandora are here to convince me that, yes, it's true: the charm bracelet is back. Millie is the new face of Pandora Me, a collection priced from $10 to $90 that allows customers to personalize their jewelry with recycled sterling silver pendants and responsibly sourced stones. Aside from the usual figurines you can use to decorate your bangles - and these come in everything from bumblebees to unicorns - there's also a safety-pin brooch that Millie wears on her denim jacket in the campaign and earrings that you can use to complete your set.
"I loved Pandora from a young age because everyone can tell a story and each symbol can represent your personality . . . when I needed an affordable but meaningful gift for my friend, I bought her a Pandora bracelet and charms to match," Millie said in a Q&A with the brand. I love that these new designs feel young, fresh, and even more intriguing to someone who really likes to wear her heart on her sleeve. Scroll ahead to check out Millie modeling the range, watch an accompanying video, and wait for Oct. 3, when you can shop it in stores and online.
Millie Bobby Brown Is Bringing Back the Charm Bracelet, So Sign. Me. Up.
I've been wondering if the charm bracelet of my youth would take hold in the fashion world again, and Millie Bobby Brown and Pandora are here to convince me that, yes, it's true: the charm bracelet is back. Millie is the new face of Pandora Me, a collection priced from $10 to $90 that allows customers to personalize their jewelry with recycled sterling silver pendants and responsibly sourced stones. Aside from the usual figurines you can use to decorate your bangles - and these come in everything from bumblebees to unicorns - there's also a safety-pin brooch that Millie wears on her denim jacket in the campaign and earrings that you can use to complete your set.
"I loved Pandora from a young age because everyone can tell a story and each symbol can represent your personality . . . when I needed an affordable but meaningful gift for my friend, I bought her a Pandora bracelet and charms to match," Millie said in a Q&A with the brand. I love that these new designs feel young, fresh, and even more intriguing to someone who really likes to wear her heart on her sleeve. Scroll ahead to check out Millie modeling the range, watch an accompanying video, and wait for Oct. 3, when you can shop it in stores and online.
You Can Quickly Shred Full Chicken Breasts in a KitchenAid, So Consider Our Lives Changed
I love to cook, so naturally, I have quite the collection of spiffy little kitchen gadgets. The immersion blender was my favorite for a long time. Then, three years ago, my husband surprised me with a KitchenAid mixer for Christmas, and now I have no idea how I ever survived without it. It does everything. Even without the extra (and sometimes pricey) attachments, it mixes, blends, stirs, and - wait for it - shreds.
I know what you might be thinking: it shreds?! And I'm here to happily tell you that, yes, it does. As in, it will give you the most perfectly shredded chicken. And if chicken isn't your thing, then it will also make pulled pork a breeze. This simple hack makes dinnertime so much easier, and it allows you to ditch the fork and annoying task of pulling apart the chicken yourself. So, if you don't have a KitchenAid, I highly recommend getting one ASAP. Keep reading to see more of this hack that will blow your mind.
Baby Archie Looks Just Like His Dad In First Appearance On Royal Tour In Southern Africa
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are on day three of their two-week Royal Tour of Southern Africa and finally they've given us what we've all been waiting for: a good look at their gorgeous son, Archie. The 4-month-old made his first appearance on Wednesday, with parents Harry and Meghan as they met with Archbishop Desmond Tutu and his daughter, Thandeka Tutu-Gxashe, at the Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation in Cape Town.
It goes without saying that the wait to see Baby Archie was worth it, as he charmed everyone who was in the room. It was also impossible to miss how alike he looks to his father, The Duke of Sussex, appearing to have a sprinkling of red hair on his head just like his dad did at the same age.
Dressed in a sweet pair of blue-and-white striped organic cotton dungarees from H&M, Archie sat happily on his mother's lap for the duration of the meeting with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, who was delighted to meet him, welcoming the family of three with smiles, hugs, and kisses. Ahead, see more photos of the Archie and Prince Harry at the same age.
Meghan Markle's Royal Wardrobe For the Southern Africa Tour Is Off to a Very Stylish Start
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has had quite an eventful year. She's welcomed a beautiful baby boy, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, and then took a mini hiatus before getting back to work for her and Prince Harry's royal tour of southern Africa.
Starting on September 23, 2019, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex began their 10-day royal tour that kicked off in Cape Town, South Africa. Already, we've seen a glowing Meghan letting her hair down, smiling, and dancing with locals while wearing some casual, chic dresses that we've come to know and love her for.
For her first appearance, Meghan wore a fun Mayamiko black-and-white animal-print wrap dress for her arrival in Cape Town. Then, she did a quick change into a blue shirtdress, which she had previously worn for an event in January. We love that despite being a duchess with unfathomable access, Meghan chooses to wear what she feels most comfortable in. For day two, Meghan went super casual with jeans, a white button-up, and a denim jacket - a look that says, she's back to work and feeling great.
On the third day of the tour, Meghan and Harry's son Archie made his first appearance when the royal family met with the city's former Archbishop, Desmond Tutu in Cape Town. For the morning meeting, Meghan wore a silk midi dress from Club Monaco (the "Dremah Silk Dress"), which unsurprisingly is sold out on Nordstrom.com. The blue-and-white printed dress coordinated perfectly with Archie's adorable pale blue-and-white striped overalls.
Keep reading for all of Meghan's looks during her southern Africa tour.
Related: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Wore Matching Bracelets - Here's Where You Can Buy Them
Meghan Markle's Royal Wardrobe For the Southern Africa Tour Is Off to a Very Stylish Start
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has had quite an eventful year. She's welcomed a beautiful baby boy, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, and then took a mini hiatus before getting back to work for her and Prince Harry's royal tour of southern Africa.
Starting on September 23, 2019, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex began their 10-day royal tour that kicked off in Cape Town, South Africa. Already, we've seen a glowing Meghan letting her hair down, smiling, and dancing with locals while wearing some casual, chic dresses that we've come to know and love her for.
For her first appearance, Meghan wore a fun Mayamiko black-and-white animal-print wrap dress for her arrival in Cape Town. Then, she did a quick change into a blue shirtdress, which she had previously worn for an event in January. We love that despite being a duchess with unfathomable access, Meghan chooses to wear what she feels most comfortable in. For day two, Meghan went super casual with jeans, a white button-up, and a denim jacket - a look that says, she's back to work and feeling great.
On the third day of the tour, Meghan and Harry's son Archie made his first appearance when the royal family met with the city's former Archbishop, Desmond Tutu in Cape Town. For the morning meeting, Meghan wore a silk midi dress from Club Monaco (the "Dremah Silk Dress"), which unsurprisingly is sold out on Nordstrom.com. The blue-and-white printed dress coordinated perfectly with Archie's adorable pale blue-and-white striped overalls.
Keep reading for all of Meghan's looks during her southern Africa tour.
Related: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Wore Matching Bracelets - Here's Where You Can Buy Them
Meghan Markle Replaced Her 3-Carat Engagement Ring With This Turquoise Stone
Meghan Markle has a beautiful new ring on that finger. For the second day of the royal tour of Southern Africa, Meghan stepped out in a $118 Madewell denim jacket that's the definition of laid-back. The one thing we did notice was that she swapped out her gorgeous 3-carat engagement ring for a turquoise ring by Jennifer Meyer. We love how elegant the $250 ring looked next to her sleek gold wedding band. The design had a marquise cut turquoise stone set in the middle of the thin gold band. Meghan also styled her ring with a pair of matching turquoise earrings by the designer. The studs feature a single diamond alongside a turquoise marquise cut stone.
So far, the duchess's tour style has been sleek and simple. Meghan has worn a printed dress from ethical fashion label Mayamiko, which was made of fabric sourced in Malawi (one of the upcoming stops on the tour). For a visit to the District 6 Museum and Homecoming Centre in Cape Town with Prince Harry, Meghan rewore an electric blue shirtdress from Veronica Beard. (It's the same one she wore while visiting Tonga back in 2018.) Read on to get a closer look at Meghan's jewelry, and shop the exact style, plus similar options, ahead.
As a Mom of 4, Mandi Lost 115 Pounds With BBG and Still Ate a Treat Every Night
For the moms out there, you'll be able to relate to Mandi Jane Wilson (@mandi_wilson_fitness on Instagram), a 34-year-old mom who gained weight during her pregnancies. At one point, Mandi reached almost 300 pounds, then lost 140 pounds, regained weight again with two more pregnancies, and was able to lose 115 pounds. Keep reading to learn more about her incredible weight-loss journey and transformation.
As a Mom of 4, Mandi Lost 115 Pounds With BBG and Still Ate a Treat Every Night
For the moms out there, you'll be able to relate to Mandi Jane Wilson (@mandi_wilson_fitness on Instagram), a 34-year-old mom who gained weight during her pregnancies. At one point, Mandi reached almost 300 pounds, then lost 140 pounds, regained weight again with two more pregnancies, and was able to lose 115 pounds. Keep reading to learn more about her incredible weight-loss journey and transformation.
10 Low-Carb Breads For Those Days When You Just Really Need a Sandwich (Ugh, Same)
Going low-carb (or even keto!) doesn't have to mean cutting out bread completely. And if that news weren't reason enough to celebrate, consider this: there are tons of companies that cater to low-carb sandwich-lovers by creating breads made from whole grains or virtuous ingredients like almond flour. If you like to get in the kitchen yourself, there are even premade mixes available to take the guesswork out of whipping up your own recipe. Keep reading for a wide range of breads that are equal parts tasty and light in carbs - and just begging to be topped with avocado and greens.
10 Low-Carb Breads For Those Days When You Just Really Need a Sandwich (Ugh, Same)
Going low-carb (or even keto!) doesn't have to mean cutting out bread completely. And if that news weren't reason enough to celebrate, consider this: there are tons of companies that cater to low-carb sandwich-lovers by creating breads made from whole grains or virtuous ingredients like almond flour. If you like to get in the kitchen yourself, there are even premade mixes available to take the guesswork out of whipping up your own recipe. Keep reading for a wide range of breads that are equal parts tasty and light in carbs - and just begging to be topped with avocado and greens.
Harry and Meghan’s Third Day of Tour Includes an Adorable Appearance From Archie
And they're off! On Monday, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle kicked off their royal tour of Southern Africa. The couple's 4-month-old son, Archie Mountbatten-Windsor, has made the trip with his parents, but Harry and Meghan stepped out without him as they made their first appearance, visiting a workshop that teaches children about their rights, self-awareness, and safety. Meghan delivered an empowering speech about women's rights, and the couple even took part in a mini dance party! The Duchess of Sussex stunned, as per usual, in a black and white printed wrap dress, while Harry kept things casual in a button-down and black pants. Shortly after, the couple made a quick outfit change as they visited the District 6 Museum and Homecoming Centre.
On Tuesday, they began their day in casual style as they visited the Waves for Change compound kitchen and hung out with a group of young surfers. Shortly after, they visited the Auwal Mosque before attending a reception at the residence of the British High Commissioner, where they shared several cute moments with kids.
Wednesday was a big day for the family as Archie made his first official appearance of the tour. Meghan and Harry took Archie to meet with the city's former Archbishop, Desmond Tutu, and needless to say, the meeting was adorable.
The goal of this tour is to bring awareness to causes that are important to Harry and Meghan, as well as Harry's late mother, Princess Diana. The trip will extend until Oct. 2 and will include stops in South Africa, Botswana, Angola, and Malawi. However, Archie will reportedly "only be present on certain safer parts of the trip" and will remain with his nanny most of the time.
In 2018, the Duke of Sussex made a handful of significant trips to Africa on behalf of his Sentebale charity and to raise awareness on the importance of education for young girls. He and Meghan also embarked on a tour of Morocco, where they learned about the country's efforts to further education equality. Clearly, the Sussexes are determined to make a positive impact in the world. See all the photos from their royal tour ahead, then get the details on all of Meghan's tour outfits and track the comfortable flats she's been wearing!
Archie Mountbatten-Windsor Was All Smiles and Giggles on His Royal Tour Debut
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle kicked off their royal tour of Southern Africa on Sept. 23, but it wasn't until two days later that we finally got a proper peek at their son, Archie Mountbatten-Windsor. Needless to say, he totally stole the spotlight as his mom carried him through The Old Granary in Cape Town ahead of a meeting with the city's former Archbishop, Desmond Tutu. "Arch meets Archie," was the adorable caption on a video posted to the Sussex Royal Instagram account, which showed all three members of the family beaming as they arrived at the historic venue.
The royal tour is a big milestone for Harry and Meghan as it marks their first trip as a family of three (not to mention, Archie's very first tour). While the trip will include stops in South Africa, Botswana, Angola, and Malawi, we'll only get a few glimpses of Archie as he stays with a nanny most of the time. See Archie's cutest moments from the tour ahead!
Harry and Meghan’s Third Day of Tour Includes an Adorable Appearance From Archie
And they're off! On Monday, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle kicked off their royal tour of Southern Africa. The couple's 4-month-old son, Archie Mountbatten-Windsor, has made the trip with his parents, but Harry and Meghan stepped out without him as they made their first appearance, visiting a workshop that teaches children about their rights, self-awareness, and safety. Meghan delivered an empowering speech about women's rights, and the couple even took part in a mini dance party! The Duchess of Sussex stunned, as per usual, in a black and white printed wrap dress, while Harry kept things casual in a button-down and black pants. Shortly after, the couple made a quick outfit change as they visited the District 6 Museum and Homecoming Centre.
On Tuesday, they began their day in casual style as they visited the Waves for Change compound kitchen and hung out with a group of young surfers. Shortly after, they visited the Auwal Mosque before attending a reception at the residence of the British High Commissioner, where they shared several cute moments with kids.
Wednesday was a big day for the family as Archie made his first official appearance of the tour. Meghan and Harry took Archie to meet with the city's former Archbishop, Desmond Tutu, and needless to say, the meeting was adorable.
The goal of this tour is to bring awareness to causes that are important to Harry and Meghan, as well as Harry's late mother, Princess Diana. The trip will extend until Oct. 2 and will include stops in South Africa, Botswana, Angola, and Malawi. However, Archie will reportedly "only be present on certain safer parts of the trip" and will remain with his nanny most of the time.
In 2018, the Duke of Sussex made a handful of significant trips to Africa on behalf of his Sentebale charity and to raise awareness on the importance of education for young girls. He and Meghan also embarked on a tour of Morocco, where they learned about the country's efforts to further education equality. Clearly, the Sussexes are determined to make a positive impact in the world. See all the photos from their royal tour ahead, then get the details on all of Meghan's tour outfits and track the comfortable flats she's been wearing!
Archie Mountbatten-Windsor Was All Smiles and Giggles on His Royal Tour Debut
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle kicked off their royal tour of Southern Africa on Sept. 23, but it wasn't until two days later that we finally got a proper peek at their son, Archie Mountbatten-Windsor. Needless to say, he totally stole the spotlight as his mom carried him through The Old Granary in Cape Town ahead of a meeting with the city's former Archbishop, Desmond Tutu. "Arch meets Archie," was the adorable caption on a video posted to the Sussex Royal Instagram account, which showed all three members of the family beaming as they arrived at the historic venue.
The royal tour is a big milestone for Harry and Meghan as it marks their first trip as a family of three (not to mention, Archie's very first tour). While the trip will include stops in South Africa, Botswana, Angola, and Malawi, we'll only get a few glimpses of Archie as he stays with a nanny most of the time. See Archie's cutest moments from the tour ahead!
The This Is Us Premiere Answers Questions About Kate's Son We Didn't Even Know We Had
This Is Us kicks off its season four premiere with lots of change, just like the cast and writers previously promised. Tuesday night's episode introduces viewers to new characters and storylines, which, in true This Is Us fashion, left everyone guessing until the very end. The most pivotal of these introductions might be the big reveal about Kate and Toby's son, Jack, and his exciting future.
Warning: spoilers for This Is Us ahead.
The season premiere provides fans with glimpses into the life of a blind musician, who turns out to be Kate and Toby's son, Jack Damon, as an adult. This grown-up Jack is played by Blake Stadnik, a legally blind musical theater actor.
Jack goes throughout most of the episode unidentified, although we know he owns a supercute dog and he falls in love with (and marries) a diner waitress named Lucy. He writes songs about their relationship, and eventually they find out they're expecting a child together. Eventually, it's clear we've been watching a flash-forward of his life, and his identity comes into focus. In a flashback, we see Kate and Toby find out their son will be blind after his premature birth. Little do they know, he'll eventually follow in his mother and grandmother's footsteps and perform music in front of packed arenas.
Series creator Dan Fogelman said after a laborious casting process, Stadnik was "clearly the guy" to play Jack Damon. "It was an interesting casting process because we wanted to cast a blind actor. We had started our casting process very early, even in our off-season. I was looking for a leading man who was without sight and who could be funny, charming, accessible and sweet," Fogelman told Entertainment Tonight. "We wanted to find an actor who could be a leading man and [was] very handsome and very funny and looked great with his bare abs on national television, but also be able to stand in the Greek [Theatre] in front of a live audience and actually perform and sing a song. There were a lot of boxes to check."
That's high praise coming from the mind behind the show! It's unclear when we'll see Jack Damon next, but Fogelman promises this storyline "will be returned to." Knowing This Is Us, it'll come when we least expect it.
The This Is Us Premiere Answers Questions About Kate's Son We Didn't Even Know We Had
This Is Us kicks off its season four premiere with lots of change, just like the cast and writers previously promised. Tuesday night's episode introduces viewers to new characters and storylines, which, in true This Is Us fashion, left everyone guessing until the very end. The most pivotal of these introductions might be the big reveal about Kate and Toby's son, Jack, and his exciting future.
Warning: spoilers for This Is Us ahead.
The season premiere provides fans with glimpses into the life of a blind musician, who turns out to be Kate and Toby's son, Jack Damon, as an adult. This grown-up Jack is played by Blake Stadnik, a legally blind musical theater actor.
Jack goes throughout most of the episode unidentified, although we know he owns a supercute dog and he falls in love with (and marries) a diner waitress named Lucy. He writes songs about their relationship, and eventually they find out they're expecting a child together. Eventually, it's clear we've been watching a flash-forward of his life, and his identity comes into focus. In a flashback, we see Kate and Toby find out their son will be blind after his premature birth. Little do they know, he'll eventually follow in his mother and grandmother's footsteps and perform music in front of packed arenas.
Series creator Dan Fogelman said after a laborious casting process, Stadnik was "clearly the guy" to play Jack Damon. "It was an interesting casting process because we wanted to cast a blind actor. We had started our casting process very early, even in our off-season. I was looking for a leading man who was without sight and who could be funny, charming, accessible and sweet," Fogelman told Entertainment Tonight. "We wanted to find an actor who could be a leading man and [was] very handsome and very funny and looked great with his bare abs on national television, but also be able to stand in the Greek [Theatre] in front of a live audience and actually perform and sing a song. There were a lot of boxes to check."
That's high praise coming from the mind behind the show! It's unclear when we'll see Jack Damon next, but Fogelman promises this storyline "will be returned to." Knowing This Is Us, it'll come when we least expect it.
It's Easy to Slip Into Depression After College, and Maybe We Don't Talk About That Enough
There I was on stage, ready to accept the diploma that would be mailed to me several weeks later, turn my tassel to the other side, and officially become a college graduate. Four years of cramming for exams, writing papers, stumbling home with friends from bars, sleeping too little or too much, and everything in between were over. It was time to take everything I had learned and tackle life after college. And yet, as soon as I turned that tassel, I wanted to turn it back. I wasn't ready to move on, and it wasn't long before I fell into a depression.
Earning my diploma should have prompted joy, and instead I felt despair.
Depression is a familiar foe I know all too well. I've battled depression since I was 13 - I know what it looks and feels like - but the depression I experienced after graduating was unlike anything I had dealt with before. I felt this immense loss in the pit of my stomach, like I wanted to run as fast as I could, but I didn't know where to go. I soon realized that what I wanted was to retreat back to college, where I could remain protected within the walls of academia, but that wasn't an option.
This particular form of depression is even more isolating because of the obvious contradiction. Graduating from college is supposed to be a milestone, a time for celebration. The cards from friends and family read "congratulations," not "sorry for your loss." Earning my diploma should have prompted joy, and instead I felt despair. Though I knew I wanted to work in journalism, I was unemployed. I had to abandon my plan to move to Brooklyn with my best friend, who already had a job lined up. I wanted to build a time machine so badly that I searched for YouTube tutorials.
Instead of transporting back in time, I settled into a new routine: spending every day on my laptop applying for jobs in my pajamas. While job boards are useful tools, it didn't take long for me to realize that I was a faceless applicant in a sea of hundreds, maybe thousands. Most places I applied to didn't even send me a formal rejection. It was bleak and disheartening. I began to feel like my college education had failed me. That I had failed me. I had worked so hard to get good grades while juggling passion projects and internships, and yet here I was spending my Summer moving from one stage of grief to the next: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, hold the acceptance.
It helped to reconnect with my friends who, whether they had jobs or had already moved out, were also struggling.
You often lose yourself in depression, something I couldn't afford to do at a time when I was supposed to be building a new life for myself. But that's exactly what happened: I started to gain weight, because I overindulge when I'm depressed and I was living at home, where the refrigerator was stocked with groceries I didn't have to buy. Getting out of bed in the morning was near impossible. I was both desperate for a job and unmoved by any of the openings. There were days when I didn't apply to anything at all and instead sulked in bed. Some evenings I just sat and cried. It was as if I had no fight left.
After a couple months, I started to feel like I could see the way out of the hole of my depression. It helped to reconnect with my friends who, whether they had jobs or had already moved out, were also struggling. It was just good to know I wasn't alone.
I realized that I could either accept this new normal or make a move to change it. So I stopped wishing for control over those job rejections and instead focused on making myself the best candidate I could be. I began networking, while keeping my options open for things like grad school and fellowships. And eventually I realized that graduating college isn't a life sentence, but in fact the opposite - I have the rest of my life ahead of me, and that's only isolating and scary if I allow it to be. Take it from someone who knows: the same can be true for you.
Target's Vampire Mickey Mug Is a Spooky Delight, Ideal For Your Morning Witch's Brew
Target is supplying no shortage of spooky fun this Halloween - even the coffee mugs double as dangerously delightful decor pieces. Take this Disney Mickey Mouse Ceramic Mug ($10), for example. Shoppers are already obsessing over the cartoon cookware, so much so that it keeps selling out online.
The sculpted vampire Mickey is far from your average creepy crawly Halloween decorations. Instead, it's downright adorable and just right for some morning brew. The mug is completely BPA-free, but Target's online instructions still advise users to hand wash and avoid the microwave to preserve its iconic look. If you're not in the mood for a cup of joe, you can also use it as a planter or catchall. There are so many possibilities!
Target's Vampire Mickey Mug Is a Spooky Delight, Ideal For Your Morning Witch's Brew
Target is supplying no shortage of spooky fun this Halloween - even the coffee mugs double as dangerously delightful decor pieces. Take this Disney Mickey Mouse Ceramic Mug ($10), for example. Shoppers are already obsessing over the cartoon cookware, so much so that it keeps selling out online.
The sculpted vampire Mickey is far from your average creepy crawly Halloween decorations. Instead, it's downright adorable and just right for some morning brew. The mug is completely BPA-free, but Target's online instructions still advise users to hand wash and avoid the microwave to preserve its iconic look. If you're not in the mood for a cup of joe, you can also use it as a planter or catchall. There are so many possibilities!
It's Easy to Slip Into Depression After College, and Maybe We Don't Talk About That Enough
There I was on stage, ready to accept the diploma that would be mailed to me several weeks later, turn my tassel to the other side, and officially become a college graduate. Four years of cramming for exams, writing papers, stumbling home with friends from bars, sleeping too little or too much, and everything in between were over. It was time to take everything I had learned and tackle life after college. And yet, as soon as I turned that tassel, I wanted to turn it back. I wasn't ready to move on, and it wasn't long before I fell into a depression.
Earning my diploma should have prompted joy, and instead I felt despair.
Depression is a familiar foe I know all too well. I've battled depression since I was 13 - I know what it looks and feels like - but the depression I experienced after graduating was unlike anything I had dealt with before. I felt this immense loss in the pit of my stomach, like I wanted to run as fast as I could, but I didn't know where to go. I soon realized that what I wanted was to retreat back to college, where I could remain protected within the walls of academia, but that wasn't an option.
This particular form of depression is even more isolating because of the obvious contradiction. Graduating from college is supposed to be a milestone, a time for celebration. The cards from friends and family read "congratulations," not "sorry for your loss." Earning my diploma should have prompted joy, and instead I felt despair. Though I knew I wanted to work in journalism, I was unemployed. I had to abandon my plan to move to Brooklyn with my best friend, who already had a job lined up. I wanted to build a time machine so badly that I searched for YouTube tutorials.
Instead of transporting back in time, I settled into a new routine: spending every day on my laptop applying for jobs in my pajamas. While job boards are useful tools, it didn't take long for me to realize that I was a faceless applicant in a sea of hundreds, maybe thousands. Most places I applied to didn't even send me a formal rejection. It was bleak and disheartening. I began to feel like my college education had failed me. That I had failed me. I had worked so hard to get good grades while juggling passion projects and internships, and yet here I was spending my Summer moving from one stage of grief to the next: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, hold the acceptance.
It helped to reconnect with my friends who, whether they had jobs or had already moved out, were also struggling.
You often lose yourself in depression, something I couldn't afford to do at a time when I was supposed to be building a new life for myself. But that's exactly what happened: I started to gain weight, because I overindulge when I'm depressed and I was living at home, where the refrigerator was stocked with groceries I didn't have to buy. Getting out of bed in the morning was near impossible. I was both desperate for a job and unmoved by any of the openings. There were days when I didn't apply to anything at all and instead sulked in bed. Some evenings I just sat and cried. It was as if I had no fight left.
After a couple months, I started to feel like I could see the way out of the hole of my depression. It helped to reconnect with my friends who, whether they had jobs or had already moved out, were also struggling. It was just good to know I wasn't alone.
I realized that I could either accept this new normal or make a move to change it. So I stopped wishing for control over those job rejections and instead focused on making myself the best candidate I could be. I began networking, while keeping my options open for things like grad school and fellowships. And eventually I realized that graduating college isn't a life sentence, but in fact the opposite - I have the rest of my life ahead of me, and that's only isolating and scary if I allow it to be. Take it from someone who knows: the same can be true for you.
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