The Enneagram is more than a personality test—it’s a deep dive into our behavioral patterns. It allows us to see ourselves with compassion and the acceptance we’ve all been longing for. While each of the below self-care routines could be enjoyed by all nine types, the specific options suggested for each type are based on the areas of nourishment and growth they most commonly seek. They would benefit from a creative practice that allows them to get into a carefree flow....

When they’re stressed, Hall explains that they hold on to their views on what’s right and wrong even tighter. They also have a tendency to judge themselves based on this narrative and are self-critical when they feel they’re not doing things perfectly. “They feel like they can’t do anything well,” adds Hall. “When they’re stressed, twos often work even harder to make themselves indispensable,” Hall explains. “When threes are stressed, they often busy themselves by starting new projects, or they swing to the opposite extreme and become listless and unmotivated....

Menopause is considered one of the most significant shifts in a woman’s body. But in a study of over 1,000 American women in various stages of the menopause journey, 45% didn’t know the difference between perimenopause and menopause prior to experiencing changes in their body or how they feel, with 32% believing there’s not enough info available to guide the way. Further, 73% of the surveyed women were experiencing physical signs of menopause but not addressing them, which isn’t surprising considering only 57% feel understood and supported by their doctor....

After bingeing all of her videos one evening (if you’re into beauty, this is a worthy endeavor), I found myself wanting to try out her routine and every one of her product recommendations. Violette’s warm, nonchalant approach to beauty is refreshing, and when it comes to product we align on a natural and efficacy-driven approach. One peep at her videos or Instagram and you’ll see that her skin always looks on point, glowy, and effortless, but don’t let the French vibes fool you!...

The paleo diet takes things a couple of generations (OK, a lot of generations) further. Several studies suggest that it touts some major health benefits, too, including weight loss1 and prevention of chronic diseases2. Whether you choose to go full-on caveman and follow a strict paleo diet or just cut back on processed foods, there’s a lot to be learned from how our ancient ancestors ate. Here, discover what you can eat when you “go paleo,” how it might benefit you, and some troubleshooting tips....

Have you ever wondered why certain eye colors are so beautifully alluring? We decided to ask a psychologist and dig into some research to find out. According to World Atlas, approximately 79% of the world’s population has brown eyes, making it the most common eye color in the world. After brown comes the blue-eyed crowd, with 8% to 10% of the world having blue eyes, 5% having amber or hazel eyes, and 2% of the world having green eyes....

The throat chakra is all about effective communication. Using our language intentionally is a great tool for manifestation—but it is most effective when we are communicating authentically and truthfully. This is why it is so critical to work through the lower chakras before attempting to fully open the throat. This is not the kind of guilt we feel simply for letting someone else down. This is the guilt we feel for letting ourselves have it all....