Suffering from bedtime blues? Why not try a warmer hue? You probably already know that taking a long bath, going for a walk or writing in your journal are great ways to relax and unwind before bed — but, sometimes, you just don’t have the time or the energy. Oliver Niño, a spiritual coach and … Read more
They panned her pot. A viral video of a TikTok user cooking bacon in a pot is making people go bananas — perhaps rightfully so. The less than 60-second video, posted by a user who goes by Jenifer, begins with the view of a stovetop pot — not a standard frying pan — filled with … Read more
A sleep medicine doctor says a clever “pre-dreaming” technique used my the military can help you fall asleep faster at night. And while it works better than counting sheep, you don’t actually have to forget the sheep entirely to get the most out of it. The sleep doc’s trick is part of a method developed … Read more
Nap time, elevated. California ER doctor Dr. Joe Whittington, who goes by Dr. Joe MD on TikTok, has gone viral on the platform after sharing a military-inspired technique for powering down for a power nap. “Okay, so you’re dead a– tired, but you only have 10 minutes. I’m going to show you the Navy SEAL-inspired power napping technique that many of … Read more
Could an ancient Indian breathing technique usher you through the gates of slumberland? Devotees of moon breathing say the practice is a drug-free way to reduce stress and drift off. And it seems we could use the support, as more than a third of adults fail to get the recommended seven to eight hours of … Read more
If you can’t be bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, you can still slither out of bed like a hapless reptile or drunk noodle and crawl toward the promise of a better morning. Best-selling author, personal development coach, and motivational speaker Mel Robbins has taken to TikTok to share her therapist-recommended hack for getting out of bed when feelings of doom and … Read more
The weight is no longer sticking to him. A Texas man is halfway to his 90-pound weight loss goal after undergoing a new bariatric surgery option that involves magnets. “I’ve been able to do fantastic improvements in my quality of life, and so I’m very, very happy and fulfilled, and feel like I’ve turned back … Read more
I recently discovered a cheeky psychology trick that was quite brilliant and I thought, “Ooh, I could turn that into a break-up hack.” It wasn’t designed to be used in this way (sorry, Freud!) and it’s a slightly shameless thing to do, if I’m being honest. But I think I might be on to something. … Read more
Happy National Masturbation Month, folks! May was designated the season of self-gratification way back in 1995. The year prior, then-President Bill Clinton fired Surgeon General Dr. Joycelyn Elders for suggesting masturbation be taught as part of the sex-ed curriculum. In self-stimulating solidarity, the infamous San Francisco sex shop Good Vibrations decreed that the merry month … Read more
Wrap your head around this. You can apparently tell a lot about someone by the way they bundle their burrito-wiches. UK body language expert Judi James is claiming that wrap-rolling techniques are a window to the soul, revealing whether someone is ambitious, creative, or a different character trait altogether. “Unlike the simple sandwich, it [the … Read more
Do you find yourself gripping the armrests and holding your breath whenever turbulence hits during a flight? Well, worry no more! A seasoned flight attendant has shared a simple yet effective travel hack to make those bumpy moments a breeze. When seasoned flyer Nicky Kelvin could not sleep on a recent flight, he asked a cabin crew member to share her top-secret … Read more
The next step in your weight-loss journey could be a walk in the park. Studies have shown that people who walk 10,000 to 12,000 steps a day have a lower body mass index (BMI) and body fat percentage. Those who incorporate interval training into their regimen may find themselves in a better position to lose … Read more
Sit back, relax and let the sound waves wash over you. Sound baths — which do not involve water, but rather laying on a yoga mat and listening to instrumental music, such as the sounds of gongs, bells and singing bowls — have been shown to relieve stress and could even reduce pain, according to University … Read more
Gen Zers seem to think they have it all figured out. From red-flagging fashion faux pas like rocking a pair of skinny jeans to deeming driver’s licenses “unnecessary,” guys and gals in their late teens and early twenties widely feel they’ve got their fingers on the pulse of this thing called life. But sometimes a … Read more
Gen Z’s latest diet fad might have you belting “Burn baby burn.” Young people in China are using karaoke to shed calories, Asia One has reported. A TikTok user who goes simple by Dr. Candise on the app covered the new trend in a video posted on January 8 that has since garnered 3.1 million … Read more
Keep your eyes on the prize. Forget a fancy haircut or fabulously expensive clothes, TikTok users swear there’s a more surefire way to entice the object of your affection — and it takes just a few seconds. “The triangle method” is a non-verbal flirting tactic that involves strategic eye movement to signify that you’re romantically … Read more