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At a time when we are separated by visible and invisible barriers, forced apart by social distancing, and almost completely reliant on more impersonal forms of communication like email, social media, and video chatting, a love letter is a particularly meaningful and romantic gesture because it’s slow, intentional, and deeply personal. Mental health counselor Chaute Thomson, LMHC, points out that couples can often forget to keep connecting with each other as they get swept up in the hustle and bustle of daily life....

We reached out to licensed marriage therapists Beverley Andre, LMFT; Kiaundra Jackson, LMFT; and Elizabeth Earnshaw, LMFT; for their thoughts on what couples should talk about before getting married. Here are some of the most important, eye-opening questions to ask before marriage: Consider questions like: Consider questions like: You’ll want to understand how you’ll share the housework, child care, and mental load. “Everyone who plans to get married has created a story or a narrative in their head about what that will look like for them....

While a great (and potentially life-changing) concept, opinions are mixed on whether these devices can actually help relieve stress. To learn more about the science behind stress and how these devices are meant to reduce it, we spoke with experts and researched the options available today. Below, find our picks for the best wearable stress relief devices of 2023—and hear what experts have to say about this technology. These vibrations are often made through low-frequency (20 to 200 hertz), or infrasonic sound waves (below 20 hertz), which are extremely quiet and often barely detectable by the human ear1....

While there are a range of bed sizes to shop, a full-size mattress is one of the most common options. It’s large enough to sleep two but still small enough to fit into spaces that are less generous with square footage. What’s more, it’s a great way to save money when splurging on a mattress for your space, as it’s often more affordable than other options designed for two, like a queen or king....

While there are a range of bed sizes to shop, a full-size mattress is one of the most common options. It’s large enough to sleep two but still small enough to fit into spaces that are less generous with square footage. What’s more, it’s a great way to save money when splurging on a mattress for your space, as it’s often more affordable than other options designed for two, like a queen or king....

Here are eight cooling mattress toppers that will take your bed from sweat zone to sleep sanctuary faster than you can count sheep. In this sleep-deprived age, you can find cooling mattress toppers in a number of materials, thicknesses, and firmness levels. They’re a popular option for people who want to make their mattress feel cooler, more comfortable, or both. Here’s what to consider when shopping around to find your ideal topper....

Before, these LED light therapy tools were typically kept in dermatologists’ or estheticians’ offices during treatments or facials. Now, just like everything else it seems, they’re hitting the mainstream market for at-home use. But just because you can get your hands on professional-grade light therapy tools doesn’t mean every item for sale is actually up to par. In fact, experts warn that there are many less-than-quality options that have flooded the web, so it’s important to make sure you’re purchasing one that comes recommended....