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Sure, people followed you for your morning matcha pics and daily OOTDs, but staying on your A-game is what keeps ‘em coming back for more! Here’s the thing to remember: planning an Instagram aesthetic isn’t just about making your grid layout pretty you need to maintain those good vibes. When your aesthetic is on point, it helps attract the right audience and makes all your content look intentional. Listen to this episode of The Wellness Process to see what we mean!...

First, it’s important to know that the recording process doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right equipment and a few tips and tricks, anyone can produce high-quality podcasts right from their own home. To get you on the way, you absolutely must invest in the right equipment. This includes a good-quality microphone, a mixer, a computer and audio editing software. Choosing the right microphone is crucial to ensuring that your audio quality is clear and crisp....

We’ve all felt it… the racing heart and sudden heaviness in the pit of your stomach. Those moments when your mind races and you struggle to sort both your thoughts and feelings. These experiences are often thought to be the result of anxiety. But have you ever considered that they could be your gut trying to tell you something? Oh yeah, your gut. You know… that thing that we’re constantly told to trust....

Growing up, Baudino always pictured herself married with kids, despite her tumultuous family life. She was basing her vision on the TV show Little House on the Prairie. “I loved the family. I loved Charles Ingles,” she explains. “I loved the little family even though they really didn’t have much. I loved seeing their love and their respect for each other.” In Little House, Baudino says she found a model for how marriage and family should work....

To be successful in this crazy world of podcasting, your podcast episodes have to stand out from the sea of episodes that is growing larger every single day. And this is totally easier said than done. Especially when there is no one-size-fits-all formula for producing successful content each time you get behind the mic. The good news is, there are some grounding qualities that can turn a good episode into a great one....

On Almost Adulting, Violet Benson is breaking down the anxious-avoidant cycle using insights from the book Attached. She explains why this toxic dynamic feels so tempting yet leaves you emotionally desolate—and how to finally stop the cycle. “More often than not, an anxious-avoidant person ends up with an anxious-attached person,” Benson says. “For whatever reason, it feels like home, but they still struggle.” Benson says. What is the anxious-avoidant trap?...

“Gone Girl” is the kind of book that has you questioning every character, every storyline, and every motive but that’s what we love about it. It gets your mind going! It’s no wonder it became an instant classic, right? If you’re anything like us, you’ve been looking for another book to fill the mind-bending and jaw-dropping thrills this novel left behind. Your “books like ‘Gone Girl’” Google-searching days are over....

Editing is both a critical and challenging step in podcasting. It takes time, skill, and continuous practice to master podcast editing. Not to mention the sound design, audio mixing, and planning it takes to achieve high-quality audio every single episode. But, don’t worry – we’re here to help. With the proper editing software, the right tools, and some key preparation, we can help you take your podcast content to the next level....

After a few dozen SATC rewatches, one thing becomes clear: Carrie Bradshaw isn’t exactly a model of financial responsibility. However, there are some surprisingly relevant nuggets of financial wisdom buried within the show, many of which I’ve implemented into my own life as a fellow shoe-loving, thirty-something writer living in NYC. Here are the biggest money lessons we can learn from Carrie Bradshaw and her friends. The importance of saving (or: not blowing $40K on Manolos)....

It’s hard to tell in this day and age, where social media makes everything seem bigger than it is. Of course, there are signs he’s cheating that you should definitely pay attention to, but when those aren’t there, how do you know he’s NOT cheating? You don’t need all that stress and paranoia, queen. You were meant to feel relaxed and secure in your relationship. So today, we’re gonna talk about some GREEN flags—here’s a round–up of signs you’ve got a loyal man by your side!...

8 Steps to Break Out of a Wellness Rut Go to sleep half an hour earlier. If you’re feeling burned out, good sleep is often the first thing to suffer. “We are a sleep-deprived society, despite all the research showing that inadequate sleep leads to many short and long-term health issues,” Dr. Raj notes. Rather than just telling yourself to “go to sleep earlier,” set a specific and measurable goal. Dr....

Fasting: What Science Actually Tells Us (And What It Doesn’t) Beyond the Wellness Trend Fasting isn’t new. Your body already does it naturally—during sleep, when you’re too busy to eat, or when you get the flu and have no appetite. But the wellness industry has turned it into a performance sport, making people believe they must hit a certain number of fasting hours to “unlock” health benefits. Dr. Pelz, who has spent years researching fasting’s impact on women, takes a more nuanced approach....

For centuries femininity was seen as delicate, naive, and passive. And, most of all, feminine vibes were seen as less favorable to masculine energy. But, uh, we all know that those misogynistic thoughts are DEAD WRONG. Feminity is about being resilient, nurturing, fierce, smart, sexy, and confident. There are lots of reasons that anyone regardless of gender would love some pulses of feminine energy in their lives. So, today we’re dedicating this post to connecting with your feminine self....

Yes, it might sound tricky, but trust us, establishing healthy boundaries can be a total GAME-CHANGER. It can help to reduce conflicts, anxiety, resentment, and a whole lot more between parents and their adult children. And if you’re looking for how to set boundaries with your parents without making a big fuss about the whole thing, you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we won’t be going all textbook on you....

That’s the revelation he made on the most recent episode of Raising Good Humans with Dr. Aliza Pressman, where he discussed his newest album of lullabies, My Favorite Dream. Released earlier this summer, the album features backing vocals from his two eldest children, Luna and Miles. It serves as a melodic testament to the values Legend and Teigen hope to teach their children. “I talk a lot about family and togetherness and the idea of us being there for each other through good times and bad,” he told Pressman....

Raven-Symoné Visits ‘Good Guys!’ Why boys watched That’s So Raven On her own podcast, Tea Time with Raven and Miranda, Raven admitted that she thought boys had a particular reason for watching That’s So Raven. “I felt like boys watched the show because I had big boobs,” Symoné said on the December 5 episode. “They came for the boobs and stayed for the comedy.” But ever since she made that statement, Raven says people have been telling her otherwise....

As a coffee addict and former barista, I consider Starbucks’ seasonal menu drops to be the most holy of all holidays. This winter brings nine drinks to the menu, from new additions (hello, Cran-Merry Orange Refresher!) to returning favorites (welcome back, Gingerbread Oat Milk Chai). We put all nine drinks on the holiday menu to the test. (For science, of course!) Here’s how every drink on the Starbucks winter menu ranks, from never-ordering-again to best-in-class....

One way to start taking control of your mental health is to develop a healthy daily routine. A routine has a ton of psychological benefits for anyone, but especially for those overcoming mental health challenges. So, today, we’ve dedicated our post to routines for mental health. Let’s get into it: Why Routine is Important for Mental Health Alleviate your anxiety. Our stress levels both center on things we can and can’t control....

The statistics are clear that people are increasingly turning to podcasts not as a niche form of media consumption, but as a totally trendy and competitive means of entertainment. Because of this, the podcast industry is booming! So, to ride these 2022 podcast trends, what are popular podcasting styles for you to take advantage of this year? We’ve found that people listened to podcasts time and time again that have to do with reality TV flashbacks, wellness, mystery, pop culture, and so much more!...

In the past, mental health has been heavily stigmatized. Whether it’s therapy, self-care, or taking a mental health day—all of it was a no-no unless you had some BIG mental health problem. However, in recent years, people have finally come around to realizing that everyone needs to take care of not just their body, but their mind and soul, too. It’s not an option! In fact, mental health is integral to great physical health as well....