Experts explain what the buzz phrase means and how we can incorporate the concept into our lives.
Not Ready to Let Go of Pandemic Habits? You Aren’t Alone
The 1in4 Coalition is Cracking Open Doors for Disabled People in Hollywood
Few roles about disabled people exist in entertainment, and those are rarely played by a disabled actor. The 1in4 Coalition is out to change this.
Stop Shoulding Yourself with Vivian Manning-Schaffel
I get stuck in The Shoulds all the time – should be thinner, richer, more successful, blah, blah, blah – and write about it from time to time in my newsletter, blog and Facebook community…so that’s what this episode is all about.
Celebrate Your Dad With a Letter of Appreciation
Writing a letter of appreciation to your dad or father figure can be a powerful way to celebrate him on Father’s Day. Here’s how to get started.
The Art and Science of Being Lucky
In the Throes of Reentry Anxiety? Here’s What to Do
Mental-health experts say that after all we’ve been through, there is no going back to “normal.” But we can get back to life.
The Joy of Spring
With seasonal affective disorder, winter is a special kind of hell for this writer. But when the sun comes out, all becomes right with the world.
Just for Moms: Ways to Indulge in Self-Care for Mother’s Day
How to Show Mom You Appreciate Her After a Trying Year
For moms, just getting from last May to this May was no mean feat. Here are some ways to show Mom gratitude.
How Dawnie Walton’s Musical Faves Inspired Her to Write Her Debut Novel
Walton, a former “Essence” magazine executive editor, talks to Shondaland about writing her novel, “The Final Revival of Opal & Nev.”
How 'I May Destroy You' Accurately Depicts Sexual Assault
Michaela Coel's new HBO show is one of the most compelling dramas of the summer, and it's also one of the realest.
How to find 'me time' at home
Time to yourself — even just ten minutes — can do wonders for your psychological well-being.
Can Women Be Drag Queens?
Though the art form was started by queer men, some women have been inspired to try it out. But should they? Shondaland spoke to several queens to find out.
Is it safe to rent an Airbnb or vacation home right now?
Booking sites like Vrbo have seen an uptick in demand as summer approaches. Experts explain how to rent a vacation home as safely as possible.
10 cheap and healthy foods to stock up on when money is tight
Add these inexpensive grocery items to your shopping list to get the best nutritional bang for your buck.
Why Comedy Is So Important Right Now
In addition to taking our mind off the news, comedy has been shown to have positive mental and physical health benefits — something we could all use.
How to not be a 'coronavirus jerk' during the pandemic
"While we do see courage and kindness, we also see people who act out in an aggressive, offensive or inappropriate manner, both in-person and online.”
How to deal with coronavirus-related money stress, according to financial psychologists
If you've lost your job — or are worried about it — therapists say there are a few things you can do to ease financial anxiety.
Welcome to my world: A germophobe on what coronavirus has brought out in the rest of us
I suffer from a rare neurological condition and my immune system is compromised, so the inherent vulnerability imposed by my situation nudged me toward germophobia years ago. As you might imagine, I’ve never felt more vulnerable and defenseless than I do now.