Wellbeing

Before you dose your anxious dog with CBD, here's what you should know
Hemp-derived CBD seems to be everywhere these days, from fast food burgers to Martha Stewart's anticipated line of holistic pet products. An abbreviation for cannabidiol, the hemp-derived substance does not get users high as it doesn't contain THC,…
By Melissa Kravitz
Is pet insurance worth it? An investigation
By Marissa Miller
Those with pets know that they're just like any member of the family. You want to protect them and keep them safe, no matter the cost. As such, buying a policy to cover any diseases or accidents that might potentially befall your animal might feel…
Over your job? Here's how to pull off a career pivot
By Marissa Miller
No matter how much you love your job, you’re bound to wake up some mornings wishing you suddenly came down with the flu so you wouldn’t have to go in. And while needing some extra TLC on a Monday morning is totally normal, dreading your job every…
4 tricky conversations you need to have before moving in with your partner
By Natalia Lusinski
“Did you hear that Tim* and I are moving in together?” my friend Sarah* revealed to our friends over tacos one night. Everyone immediately bombarded her with questions: “Where will you live?” “One-bedroom or two?” “Will you still split the rent…
4 resume secrets that could save you from the rejection pile
By Marissa Miller
Resume writing comes with quite a bit of pressure. It’s basically a one-page audition without being able to call upon dance moves or a wide vocal range to impress recruiters. And instead of having the judge’s undivided attention for an entire song,…
These are the 25 highest-paying internships in the U.S. right now — but there's a catch
By Marissa Miller
We often associate internships with hours of unpaid labor, but as backlash has risen over the years, more and more companies have begun providing their interns with livable wages. And according to a recent Glassdoor report on the 25 highest-paying…
A first timer’s complete guide to exploring the Grand Canyon
By Melissa Kravitz
Perhaps the most famous National Park in North America, the Grand Canyon attracts nearly six millions visitors from all over the world annually. At 277 miles wide — and up to a mile deep at its lowest point! — the canyon is an impressive natural…
Why you should think twice before bringing CBD oil on your next flight
By Emma Sarran Webster
When it comes to the self-care industry, there are few things more buzzy than cannabidiol, otherwise known as CBD. The derivative of the cannabis plant is widely touted as an elixir that can, among other things, clear skin, relieve pain, and treat…
7 ways to support veterans this Memorial Day that go further than just donating money
By Emma Sarran Webster
Every Memorial Day, there’s so much talk about weekend travels, barbecues, and upcoming summer plans that the true meaning of the holiday — taking time out of your day to honor and remember those who died while fighting in the military — often gets…
What really happens when you leave your Uber or Lyft driver a bad rating
By Marissa Miller
Whether done as a full-time job to make a living or a part-time gig just to earn some extra cash, driving for a rideshare service has become an increasingly popular career route for professionals. But drivers' wages are inextricably linked to the…
How (and why) to pack light for a road trip — even if you have space for way more
By Natalia Lusinski
As someone who’s packed for several long road trips — and in a MINI Cooper, no less — I’ve learned the hard way that the more items you take along, the harder the journey will be. Sure, when you have extra space in the car, it’s easy to just add…
You might eat jellyfish and get food through microchips in the future, says a wild new report
By Melissa Kravitz
What will the future taste like? Pretty different, according to a new report on the future of food. As grocery shopping becomes more of an online activity than a physical stroll through a store, and climate change threatens to all but deplete our…
FYI, you definitely don't have to pay off your debt or buy a house by 30
By Marissa Miller
We've all been there: the family dinner that's going great until some relative asks, "When are you finally going to get a real job?" or "Did you really need to spend money on that?" While our parents might often get overbearing in their lines of…
How this small-batch Filipino rum found an international cult-following
By Natalia Lusinski
While you may associate rum with places like Jamaica or Brazil, it’s also made a name for itself in the Philippines over the past many years. Now, after finding success in Europe and Asia, Don Papa Rum, the country's first premium rum company, has…
How one company is working to help prevent suicide among restaurant workers
By Melissa Kravitz
Restaurant work can be challenging, and not just in terms of the physical toll it takes on your body. The jobs are often stressful, tiring, and underpaid, and without support services like human resources departments, restaurant workers with mental…
Nearly half of white Republicans dislike hearing anything other than English, survey says
By Melissa Kravitz
English may not be the official language of the United States, but a significant facet of Americans aren't comfortable with even hearing other tongues, according to a new study. A new Pew survey of 6,637 U.S. adults found that 47% of white…
What not to post on Instagram when you’re job hunting, according to experts
By Marissa Miller
When job hunting, we often make a concerted effort to clean up our social media presence. After all, that’s a great place to start considering 70 percent of hiring managers screen candidates’ social media profiles, according to a recent…
More young people than ever are dying from heart disease. Here's why.
By Marissa Miller
Heart failure was once a disease most commonly associated with older populations, but recent research has found that young adults are increasingly at risk of dying of heart failure, as reported by CNN. In a new study published in the Journal of the…
Why you shouldn't buy flowers this Mother's Day if you care about the earth
By Emma Sarran Webster
Few things are paired more frequently than Mother’s Day and flowers. In fact, in 2019 alone, U.S. adults are expected to spend $2.6 billion on flowers, according to the National Retail Federation. The high number makes sense, as a sweet-smelling,…
WFH life isn't always all it's cracked up to be, according to experts
By Natalia Lusinski
Many people who work from home — or anywhere with a WiFi connection — often talk about the perks of doing so. It's no surprise that the practice seems to be increasing in popularity, with the LinkedIn 2019 Global Talent Trends Report finding a 78%…
The best cities to move to if you want more money are not the ones you'd think
By Marissa Miller
If you’ve been debating whether to leave your current home in search of a more lucrative future somewhere else, a new report from Glassdoor might be the incentive you need to pack your bags. After analyzing millions of anonymous salary reports and…