Here’s what happened on Wednesday, January 6, 2021, and what it could mean for the future of our democracy. On Wednesday, January 6, 2021, armed Trump supporters stormed the Capitol building in Washington D.C., just as Vice President Mike Pence moved toward certifying November’s presidential […]
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Forget New Year’s Resolutions–Set Intentions Instead
Whether you’re down with New Year’s resolutions or not, reflecting on what we want to leave behind in 2020 and what we want to carry forward into 2021 is a great way to ring in the New Year. Here’s why we celebrate New Year’s by […]
The Basics of Circadian Rhythms
Whether you’ve been jet-lagged or fallen asleep with all the lights on, you are probably familiar, at least physically, with what happens when you don’t rest in total darkness. Grogginess, disordered thinking, an increased appetite, even headaches, can be a sign that you didn’t get […]
The Power of Dance
The power of dance has plenty of wide-reaching effects. Here are the basics.
Protecting Yourself Against Disinformation
How to protect yourself from fake news.
Steps the U.S Can Take To Become More Democratic
Here are six changes that the U.S. could make to become more democratic.
How to Maintain Your Mental Health on Election Day
This year’s election stands to be one of the most hotly contested and deeply divided in modern history. As the rhetoric ramps up, as online and television ads dominate airtime and cyberspace, and as the propaganda machines continue to pump out questionable content on social […]
Pushing Through Decision Paralysis
Sometimes the greatest challenge is just getting started. By Abigail Bassett OCT 2, 2020 Every single day we make choices that are both simple and complex. What to eat for dinner, what to do with our downtime, how to engage with loved ones, even whether to […]
How to Manage Friendships During COVID-19
Now, more than ever, we need the support of our friends, but it can be tough to stay close when you can’t meet up in person. Here’s are some ways to nourish your friendships during in the era of safer-at-home. By Abigail Bassett SEP 24, 2020 […]
The Best Houseplant Subscriptions for All Your Indoor Gardening Needs
Bringing plants into your home can have a positive impact on your mental health. Here’s a list of some great subscription services. By Abigail Bassett SEP 22, 2020 This year may go down in history as one of the most tumultuous, chaotic, and just plain weird […]
How Independent Booksellers are Weathering the Storms of 2020
The Best Houseplant Subscriptions for All Your Indoor Gardening Needs Pandemics, protests, and fires all over the country have impacted independent bookstores. Here’s how they’re coping and how you can support them. By Abigail Bassett SEP 21, 2020 As we’ve all sheltered at home across the […]
