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Fontana beeswax candle burning on a marble table in a cozy home My Wellness Favorites for Fall
  • Living
  • Oct 7, 2026
  • by Jen De Simone Swiss

My Wellness Favorites for Fall

Fall is here, and I’m embracing the heck out of the open windows at night and pumpkin spice everything. Each season, I like to explore a few new things that make everyday life feel more fun. So today, I’m rounding...
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Open book, laptop, and camera on a cozy bed, representing making room for writing and creativity after 40. Life After 40: I’m Making Room for Something New
  • Living
  • Sep 25, 2026

Life After 40: I’m Making Room for Something New

Laptop, book, and candle on a wooden desk representing books that inspired a more flexible career path. 7 Books That Helped Me Build a More Flexible Career
  • Living
  • Aug 2, 2026

7 Books That Helped Me Build a More Flexible Career

Fresh peaches on a white plate in a bright kitchen, representing simple summer habits and seasonal living. 10 Five-Minute Summer Habits I’ve Been Loving
  • Living
  • Jul 15, 2026

10 Five-Minute Summer Habits I’ve Been Loving

Branch Basics cleaning concentrate and three refillable spray bottles labeled Streak-Free, Bathroom, and All-Purpose displayed on a kitchen counter. Branch Basics Review: Is It Worth the Switch? (+15% off)
  • Living
  • Jun 23, 2026

Branch Basics Review: Is It Worth the Switch? (+15% off)

So, I finally made the switch to Branch Basics after years of hearing about it. If you’ve been wondering whether it’s worth the hype, consider this my honest Branch Basics review after one month of use. The first time it...
Simple daily wellness routine at home, living well tips 40 Things I’ve Learned About Living Well
  • Living
  • Apr 15, 2026

40 Things I’ve Learned About Living Well

I turned 40 last week, and I feel really good about this age. Looking back, my twenties were a mix of figuring out my life and trying to regain my health. My thirties were better physically, but I carried a...
A woman enjoying an afternoon pick-me-up by reading a Vogue magazine during a professional mani-pedi. 7 Afternoon Pick-Me-Ups from February
  • Living
  • Mar 2, 2026

7 Afternoon Pick-Me-Ups from February

Is it just me, or do these shorter winter days somehow feel exceptionally long? I’ve been feeling a little cabin-feverish with the constant snow of this very intense winter. I don’t mind a little hibernation, but this feels excessive. So,...
Bowl of hearty minestrone soup on a placemat, cozy winter wellness meal A Slower Winter Wellness Routine: Rest, Real Food, and Gentle Exercise
  • Living
  • Feb 5, 2026

A Slower Winter Wellness Routine: Rest, Real Food, and Gentle Exercise

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about year-round, sustainable wellness, and it occurred to me that a winter wellness routine should look different. Shorter days naturally draw me toward rest instead of intense movement or hitting the ground running with...
Flat lay of 2025 wellness favorites featuring skincare and makeup products styled on two favorite books, with a small potted plant for a mindful touch. 2025 Wellness Favorites: Lifestyle, Skincare & Good Reads
  • Living
  • Jan 19, 2026

2025 Wellness Favorites: Lifestyle, Skincare & Good Reads

Hello, 2026! As I bid farewell to the Year of the Snake (good riddance), I’m reflecting on the highlights of my 2025 wellness favorites. 2025 was a whirlwind of navigating uncertain times, which forced me to lean heavily into self-care...
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Morning walk. Not pictured: me carrying the scoote Morning walk. Not pictured: me carrying the scooter back to the car. I’ll count that as strength training.
Just a little midweek pick-me-up. Chocolate Paradi Just a little midweek pick-me-up. Chocolate Paradise from @griffysorganics 👌
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Still thinking about this gluten-free, vegan cooki Still thinking about this gluten-free, vegan cookies and cream come from last night 🍦
“We’re not chasing trends, but building solutions “We’re not chasing trends, but building solutions that honor the skins natural intelligence.” On STF, @resultsbynature founders @mrssamanthamarut and Kelly Tracy-Holly of @endless_beauty_skincare share the inspiration behind their hormone-safe skincare line, the rituals that keep them grounded, and advice for women building businesses with integrity. Plus, a generous reader discount.
“We wanted to create something different: a brand “We wanted to create something different: a brand rooted in truly natural, effective, and accessible products. What began in Connie’s apartment kitchen with just $4,000 eventually evolved into the rebrand of Three Ships in 2020—and we’ve been on this journey ever since!” On She Takes Five, @threeshipsbeauty founders @itsconnielo and @laura.athompson share the inspiration behind their brand, skincare routines, wellness rituals, and advice for female founders.
A late afternoon trip to the beach with my boys en A late afternoon trip to the beach with my boys ended up being the perfect end of summer reset. No lines or crowds. Just us and the seagulls. I think we ended summer on a high note. 🌊 ☀️ 🐦

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