Columbus, OH

The most important thing we can do for our children this school year is to put their wellness at the forefront by providing structure and bonding experiences. From cramming in those end-of-summer trips to shuffling from store to store to check off those supply lists, it’s a busy time of year for parents and guardians sending their kids back to school. An essential that can’t be overlooked this time of year but that many parents don’t equip their children with is a wellness toolkit. The Global Wellness Institute defines wellness as the active pursuit of activities, choices, and lifestyles that lead to holistic health. The six pillars of wellness are physical, mental, spiritual, emotional, environmental, and social. A wellness toolkit is a collection of resources, tools, and guides that help overall well-being. I chatted with a few parents and professionals in the mental health space about how we can set our children up for success this school year and discuss the importance of building those mental health toolkits.

The Ultimate Wellness Toolkit For Kids This Back-To-School Season

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Melissa

Kelly Clarkson is not just a powerhouse singer and beloved television personality; she’s also an inspiration to many for her recent health transformation. Over the years, Kelly has been candid about her struggles with weight and the pressures of being in the public eye. But her recent weight loss journey is about more than just shedding pounds—it’s about reclaiming her health and embracing a balanced lifestyle. In this article, we’ll explore how Kelly Clarkson approached her weight loss, the steps she took, and the lessons she learned along the way.

Kelly Clarkson Weight Loss: How She Transformed Her Health and Lifestyle

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With plenty of love and support, your dog should be back to normal in almost no time!

Has your dog been through something stressful? Here’s how to help them recover

Emma Loewe is the former Sustainability and Health Director at mindbodygreen. She is the author of "Return to Nature: The New Science of How Natural Landscapes Restore Us" and the co-author of "The Spirit Almanac: A Modern Guide To Ancient Self Care." Emma received her B.A. in Environmental Science & Policy with a specialty in environmental communications from Duke University. In addition to penning over 1,500 mbg articles on topics from the water crisis in California to the rise of urban beekeeping, her work has appeared on Grist, Bloomberg News, Bustle, and Forbes.

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Welcome to a new edition of SharpBrains e‑newsletter, featuring this time a range of resources, views and tips to empower our minds, get past procrastination, navigate cognitive enhancers, and more. #1. Let’s get past procrastination by addressing emotional and cognitive overload. #2. Five techniques to self-regulate intrusive, unproductive...

Update: Addressing unproductive thoughts and emotional and cognitive overload in the AI era

Houston, TX

LeToya Luckett and Taleo Coles exchanged vows in a heartfelt ceremony, in Houston capturing the essence of their restful love. ESSENCE.com is part of ESSENCE Communications, Inc. Essence may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice. ©2024...

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Children are paying attention to more than parents and caregivers might think.

6 Things Kids Totally Notice Without Adults Realizing It

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Shin

In the Western world, especially the United States, we're engulfed by a fitness culture that's hard to miss. The streets are crowded with people donning the latest athleisure wear, gyms at every corner are a common sight, and social media influencers are regularly posting about their workout routines.

How Japanese People Stay Fit Without the Gym: Lessons From Their Culture

The pop culture icon and serial entrepreneur is releasing a smooth and sexy liquor that intentionally taps into her deep Southern roots. “Rugged whisky (rugged whisky) ’cause we survivin’ (’cause we survivin’) Off red cup kisses, sweet redemption, passin’ time, yeah”. —Beyoncé, “Texas Hold ‘Em”...

We Were Among The First To Experience Beyoncé’s New Luxe Liquor Line, SirDavis Whisky

Denver, CO

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Stress isn't just annoying, it can be detrimental to your health. High levels of stress might be comparable to smoking, according to a June 2023 study in the Journal of the American Psychosomatic Society. On the flip side, happiness is associated with a wide variety of physical health benefits. Being...

Beat Burnout With These 7 Simple Happiness Hacks

Colorado State

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Happiness is a universal aspiration, yet many people passively wait for it to come to them, unaware that it is something we can actively cultivate. Instead of taking charge of our joy, we often fall into cycles of negativity, believing that happiness is a product of luck or external circumstances.

Happiness Hacks: 13 Key Practices to Brighten Your Life

As August approaches, it’s a time of mixed emotions. While it marks the continuation of summer fun, it also hints at the inevitable end of the warm season. Fear not, it’s the perfect time to unleash the versatility of your summer wardrobe. Whether it’s a casual movie date, a picnic, or a relaxing day at the beach, your favorite fashion influencers have curated a range of outfits to suit every occasion.

Best Dressed Black Creatives On Instagram This Week

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Sleeping; we all do it. But despite daily practice, very few of us have actually mastered the art. As someone whose fitness tracker is frequently peeved with their poor sleep, I decided it was time to step up my game, so I enlisted the expert help of Dr Sophie Bostock (aka The Sleep Scientist). She shared a series of sleep tips that have had a transformative effect on my time between the sheets.After trying a few of her tricks for just a few nights, a near-perfect green recovery score replaced the usual slew of yellows on my Whoop 4.0 band (a...

I followed a sleep expert’s advice for four days and the results were almost instant – and it wasn’t just my sleep that benefited

Los Angeles, CA

On view at Gagosian in Los Angeles through August 30, this exhibition features works from Theaster Gates, Cy Gavin, Lauren Halsey, and more. When Gagosian opened its doors in Beverly Hills almost 30 years ago, the gallery aimed to strengthen its global influence within the art industry. Since then, the establishment has housed the works of Derrick Adams, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Pablo Picasso, among others. Now, viewers can experience Social Abstraction, an exhibition that explores memory, identity, politics, and history through the works of many of today’s seminal Black artists.

Antwaun Sargent Curates A Provocative Exploration Of Black History And Identity With ‘Social Abstraction’

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Military personnel learn a lot during their service, and a few of their hacks can be used in everyday life - just like the 10 on this list!

Forget Life Hacks, Try These 12 War-Tested Solutions That Actually Work

Salem, OH

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those individuals mentioned.]. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show Bewitched, which originally aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972. The show remains popular in reruns, and will soon be released in a special Blu-ray edition to mark the anniversary.

Dick York ("Darrin #1") Would Have Stayed on 'Bewitched' Had He'd Been Given More Time To "Rest up"

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Here Are 7 Back-To-School Wellness Essential Items To Keep You Grounded

School is in full swing, which can be stressful for some parents. Here are several back-to-school wellness essentials you may need to keep your cool. Although...

Here Are 7 Back-To-School Wellness Essential Items To Keep You Grounded

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