As if we weren’t all struggling enough with physical social distancing. Virtual distancing may be the absolute last thing on anyone’s mind to do right now. I’m not suggesting throwing all your technology against the wall, packing your bags with two of your favorite monochromatic looks to help camouflage perfectly in your new humble abode…
Read MoreSelf and the City is a column intended to increase visibility and dialogue surrounding mental health, relationships, harmful stereotypes, and the necessity for self-care and vulnerability. Self and the City will be headlined by Jessa Chargois on a bi-weekly basis. Submissions and guest columnists are welcomed to send work to hannah@chillhouse.com. I believe that we…
Read MoreThere’s been a lot of talk as to what the future of influencers will look like when we finally come out the other side of this pandemic. While some predict influencers will be no more, some thing their role will simply change. In fact, some have already pivoted to creating heart-warming and helpful content during…
Read MoreWe’ve established that by now, immunity is of the utmost importance. Social distancing and hand washing, while effective, don’t feel like enough to me – I’m always on the hunt to do more for my body. So of course, I turned to immune boosting supplements and tonics. There are tons of different options for how…
Read MoreTo go on the internet, or to not go on the internet – that is the question. Okay but seriously, each day there seems to be new debate as to whether or not going online can be extra damaging to our mental health right now. To each their own is truly the best way to…
Read MoreWelcome to the Wellness One-oh-Ones, a digital encyclopedia for all your wellness needs. This series is geared to tackle those everyday questions you secretly ask yourself in wonderment when you hear about a new trend. Instead of pretending to know what people are talking about, come hang with us as we uncover the latest and…
Read MoreTwo weeks ago, my fiance and I were unpacking a new set of plates that were recently gifted to us off our wedding registry. At the same moment, we were receiving the news that seemed to finally shake America into awareness around the severity of this coronavirus pandemic. A European travel ban, NBA cancellation, news…
Read MoreAnyone feeling just a little extra stressed lately? Don’t worry, we promise you’re not alone – this feeling of communal anxiety is both concerning but also oddly comforting. Isn’t it nice to know we’re in this together? But even with repetitive positive mantras, it can be hard to shake some of those underlying scaries. You…
Read MoreI’m sure I’m not alone when I say that one of my biggest fears is being forgotten. Not just being forgotten, but feeling as though I’m being left behind while my loved ones are the perpetrators of these actions. It’s an issue that my therapist and I have discussed in length several times (basically weekly)….
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