Hangovers happen. You just pop out for a sophisticated glass of wine with your colleagues. Or, more realistically for the sci-fi movie that is 2020. Next thing you know you’re on your third, that home-cooked meal turns into a liquid dinner, and when the alarm goes off the next day you wake up cross-eyed and confused. How did I get here? […]

To be productive or not to be productive? Here at Greatist, we think that’s the wrong question. It’s not about whether you’re being productive or not. It’s about what counts as productive — and that metric shouldn’t be determined by Shakespeare or Jeff Bezos. In our book, what counts are the things that help our mind, body, or […]

“Well, I only listen to alt-synth-core from the early-to-mid 80s, you probably don’t like the same bands as me. How about you?” The most classic, useless dating advice of all time — which you’ve undoubtedly heard countless times from your mom, magazines, and self-help books — is to just “be yourself.” This advice simply […]

A Crohn’s flare-up can hit you like a ton of bricks. You’re enjoying a pizza on a Friday night and all of a sudden, you’re on the fast track to cramp city, destination: the toilet. #ThanksCrohns. Researchers don’t yet know what causes Crohn’s, a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). But it may be passed down in families or come […]

One of humanity’s biggest mysteries is the Bermuda Triangle. Another one is: “What the heck do vegetarians eat?” (Hint: It’s not just lettuce.) Whether you’ve been trying to transition to a plant-based diet or you’re just wondering what your friend’s new diet means, we’re here to tell you what’s on the menu. Here’s a […]

2021 is supposed to be the year Things Get Better — but we’re not quite there yet. Many of us are still spending tons of time at home, trying hard to keep deep anxiety, stress, and straight up boredom from spiraling out of control. Picking up a hobby can help. Honing a new skill gives you a fresh sense of purpose and temporarily takes your […]

When I started writing this article, I wrongfully assumed ONLY the sloshed, sleepy, and sad were Team Spooning Sex.  But according to the results of my ~very scientific~ Instagram poll, most pleasure-seekers aren’t only fans, they’re eager to wax poetry about the oh-so-cozy position. What is the spooning sex position?  Just like […]

Illustration by Brittany EnglandYou know how one person can change the energy of a room? Like when you’re sulking in bed and your friend bursts in with a latte and a 2-year plan to get rich with a wine-and-cheese food truck. Well, that’s us. And we come bearing the secret sauce for feeling freakin’ awesome in 2021 — on your own terms, […]

Illustration by Maya ChastainIt started with a crepe cake. I was seeking recommendations for people’s favorite cakes for my birthday when I stumbled onto a Facebook group for fans of a large media company’s cooking vertical. I posted my request, and instantly recipes started pouring in. People shared stories of their own birthday cakes and […]

Anxiety disorders have a range of effects on your brain and body. But how can anxiety cause weight loss or gain? It can cause weight gain by messing with your sleeping, eating, and exercise routines, as well as circulating stress hormones. But it also has links to unintentional weight loss through forgetting to eat and increased metabolism […]

Fall is coming, friends. And with cooler weather comes more time spent cuddled under a blanket, rising only to refill your coffee mug (or glass of red wine). For those who are itching to get into the pumpkin-spiced, apple-picking season, get a load of these cozy fall brunch recipes that will warm you all the way up. Alexander Spatari/Getty […]

It might come as a surprise, but Scandinavia doesn’t subsist off of meatballs and Danish butter cookies. In fact, the region that includes Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, and Iceland has a centuries-old tradition of eating whole and plant-based foods. The Nordic or Scandinavian diet refers to a modern style of eating based around these […]

Design by Mekhi Baldwin; Photography by Maggie AntalekFreshCoat is an ongoing series at Greatist that features easy, affordable DIY home projects, so you can add joy to your life by sprucing up your space. To say this past year was a test of our strength would be an understatement. Some faced more extreme difficulties than others, but what we […]

You’re here! That means it’s Monday, or it’s feeling like one. Don’t worry, Greatist has your back. Subscribe to our newsletter for direct access to Mondays with Minaa, a mental health column by our resident self-care expert, Minaa. Design by Alexis LiraHi Greatist readers and Happy Monday! We’ve officially knocked 2 weeks out of […]

Talkspace and BetterHelp are two of the most talked about teletherapy services for accessing remote mental health help. If you’re interested in how these two teletherapy services compare, you’ve come to the right place! Get more info on what each has to offer so you can choose the right one for your needs. Talkspace vs. BetterHelp […]