Dear Santa, Here’s the problem with the whole naughty-or-nice thing
A 2021 letter to Santa with a very reasonable list of requests, including stopping time and more Law & Order.
8 radical self-care tips for couples
How can coupled people maintain their self-care practices, sanity — and keep their love alive — when they’re trapped together in a pandemic pressure cooker?
16 gifts that stationery fans will love
Julie Smith Schneider rounds up a bounty of paper goods inside this gift guide: artful notecards and postcards, washi tape, smooth-writing pens and pencils, and custom rubber stamps.
Why ‘get out of your comfort zone’ is not helpful advice
Many a motivational speaker has spouted the advice, that, in order to grow, we should simply "get out of our comfort zone." Author Terri Trespicio breaks down why that advice falls short — and offers an alternative: Seek comfort.
36 power gifts by astrological sign
Wall tapestries, vision board kits, even CBD sex spray — check out these gifts for the astrology lovers in your life.
Dear Dixie: My husband drunkenly admitted the love of his life is married to someone else. Now, he doesn’t remember saying it. (Part II)
A reader follows up with Dixie after taking her advice about her distant husband. Submit your questions to Dixie for some no-bullshit advice.
5 must-see classic Christmas movies that you’ve probably never seen before
Everyone knows "It’s a Wonderful Life" and "A Christmas Carol" — check out these hidden gems from the '40s this holiday season.
Winter blues? 21 self-care ideas to prevent Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Throw blankets, “happy lights,” vitamin gummies — Check out these gift ideas for friends and family who suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
90s fashion: 10 of the best throwback styles
The ’90s are back, and I am here for it. I won’t try to convince you to over-pluck your eyebrows or wear a fanny pack (though they are really convenient), but I think we can agree that there are a few revived trends that are
16 inspiring 2022 calendars
Ruth Bader Ginsburg calendars, astrological year calendars, the Anne Taintor calendar, the latest from Rifle Paper Co. — they're all here.
Ever wondered about CBD sex spray? Here’s what happened — and what didn’t — when I tried it.
How Sex Soss helped my admittedly odd "intimacy problem."
Whose face is it anyway?
If we succumb to societal pressure to “fix” our aging faces to make them look younger, who do we end up resembling?
Gifts for someone who has everything
From initials letter rings to digital photo frames, this gift guide features affordable personal gifts, little luxuries, and practical pick-me-ups.
Dear Dixie: My husband told me the love of his life is married to someone else. Do I stay? (Part I)
A reader writes in to ask, "Do I look past my husband pining for his previous wife?" Are you a woman over 40? Submit your questions to Dixie for some no-bullshit advice.
I learned how to do inner child work for my own anxiety — and ended up helping my actual kids
I stumbled upon my own trigger when my 2-year-old son's incident reports from school sent me into a tailspin. How could I take care of myself and him?
GenX and ’80s control culture: isn’t it ironic?
How my generation’s obsession with hyper-control at work and home has led many of us to a collective midlife crisis. And that’s a good thing.
Jumble & Flow launches to empower women in midlife
The female-founded media and femtech startup brings alternative content to the women’s 40+ wellness movement and booming healthtech industry.
How I quit the diet cycle and refocused on what really matters in life
As I unpacked why my diet failed and considered what might be a more successful route to my health goals, I had a shocking revelation.
When is middle age and what age is officially old?
The "official" definitions of middle age are all over the map — or at least very open to interpretation, and we’re cool with that.
Our bodies, our selvages: Sonya Philip teaches how to sew your own way
Body positivity activist and author of "The Act of Sewing" teaches how to make your own clothing, on your terms.
