How to Live a Happier Life

How to Live a Happier Life

We are constantly told we deserve to be happy, but what is happiness? By definition, it is the state of well-being and contentment characterized by positive emotions, a sense of purpose, and fulfillment which can mean a variety of different things for each person. The...
Finding Calm in the Storm

Finding Calm in the Storm

Anxiety affects millions of individuals worldwide. A common human emotion characterized by feelings of worry, fear, and unease, anxiety is felt when your brain’s amygdala — responsible for detecting threats — activates the fight-or-flight response and releases stress...
Embracing the Light

Embracing the Light

Summer Solstice is the longest day and shortest night of the year when the earth is closest to the sun. Historically, cultures around the world have honored the solstice with rituals that celebrate fertility, abundance, and spiritual enlightenment. From Stonehenge in...
Beyond the Rainbow

Beyond the Rainbow

In 1978, Gilbert Baker designed the first rainbow flag at the request of Harvey Milk — the first openly gay man to be elected to office in the United States. The flag made its debut at the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Parade that same year, and quickly became a...
A Month for Men’s Health

A Month for Men’s Health

June is Men’s Health Month, a time to spotlight health issues specific to men with an emphasis on regular check-ups, fitness, and screenings for prevention and early detection. The stigma surrounding men’s health, particularly mental health, has created what is...
Scrolling into Sadness: The Hidden Cost of Social Media 

Scrolling into Sadness: The Hidden Cost of Social Media 

Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X – social media has revolutionized how people connect, stay informed, and share their lives with others. While these platforms offer the benefits of information access, online community, and keeping in touch with friends and family, they...