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I hope you stay awhile. Everything shared here is designed to help you feel less lonely.
Spicy Sesame Noodle + Fried Chicken Summer Soba Bowl
Winter is officially over! But that doesn’t mean we’re done with comfort food. This recipe stands in the intersection of “I want something healthy, but a bit decadent,” which is perfect to ease into the warmer months. I mean, let’s be honest, you can’t just give up on all the comfort food cold turkey, right!?
The 7 Best Plants to Spruce Up Your Bathroom
Not only do plants in your bathroom warm up the space and make it more inviting, they also clean the air and provide a number of healthy benefits.
The Essential Mercury Retrograde Guide: Who, What, Where + Why You Should(nt) Care
If you’ve got both a pulse and an Instagram account, you’ve heard a thing or two about Mercury retrograde. Here’s everything you need to know about Mercury Retrograde in one little trusty guide.
The Best Face Masks For Any Budget
Whatever your skincare concern (dullness-zapping, detoxifying, or skin-soothing formulas), there’s no shortage of masking options to choose from these days. And with options at every price point, getting as close as you can to an in-home spa experience has never been easier.
Anxiety right before bed? Doctor approved tips to help you sleep easy.
Does your anxiety keep you from getting a good night’s sleep? I feel ya and I’ve rounded up some advice to help you get your snooze on, while kicking anxiety to the curb.
Fix The Mistakes In Your Dating Game
Celebrity matchmaker, Susan Trombetti, shares advice on how to fix your dating game this Valentine’s Day.
The Guide to the Perfect Mimosa
If you’ve been to a bottomless brunch, you know just how awful a mimosa can be when done poorly. I’ve got a few tips to help you perfect that mimosa recipe for your guests.
The Quintessential Palm Springs City Guide
Dripping in old Hollywood glamour, retro vibes and sunshine— Palm Springs is one of the best places to visit all year round. Whether you're coming for a birthday weekend, bachelorette, couple rounds of golf, spa weekend, to party at Coachella, explore architecture (see: Modernism Week) or just want to soak up poolside—Palm Springs is a guaranteed incredible time.
Podcast: How To Go From 9 to Thrive
Mandy had the incredible honor of being a guest on the personal development podcast Switch, Pivot or Quit. We dig into topics like mental health, finances, and JOMO (joy of missing out!). Plus listen until the end because that’s when Mandy shares how she lost out on money for simply not asking and she shares how she started working with a talent manager. Buckle up because this is a very full and juicy chat!
Sweater Weather
It’s sweater weather and this Bay Area girl is layering up to get through this New York winter.
Spoiler Alert: You're Going to Survive This Breakup
Spoiler alert: you WILL survive this awful breakup
The Habits of Highly Successful Women
A visual breakdown of the habits of highly successful women
How I Chose The Sofa of My Dreams (Without Trying it Before Buying It)
How I chose the sofa of my dreams without ever seeing it in person and why the Sven Sofa by Article is the only couch you should be considering.
Everything You Need to Eat + Drink in New Orleans
Check out my favorite places to eat and drink in New Orleans and whatever you do, go easy on the Hurricanes (or don’t).
The Mulled Wine Cocktail You Need To Keep You Warm All Winter Long
A recipe that marries two of my favorite drinks - Vin Chaud (literal translation: hot wine) and Kir Royale. Cheers!
Watchin' the Ball Drop On a Budget: New Year's Eve Fashion
New Year’s Eve fashion on a shoestring budget