Sleeping in Contacts: One Man’s Painful Lesson When 39-year-old Brian Groeschen woke up one morning with a scratchy, irritated eye, he thought little of it. He assumed it was just a speck of dust, a mild case of dryness, or maybe even an eyelash that had gotten trapped overnight. He shrugged it off, convinced it…
At 49, I felt like I had finally pieced together the life I had always imagined for myself. I owned a cozy, beautifully decorated home that felt like a true sanctuary, had a thriving career that I had built from the ground up, and was surrounded by people I loved and trusted. But there was…
If you struggle with health anxiety, there’s a good chance that three deeply unsettling thoughts feel undeniably true: every unfamiliar symptom must mean you have cancer, any sudden chest pain surely signals a heart attack, and Dr. Google is an all-knowing authority ready to confirm your worst fears. In moments of panic, the mind can…
More than 30 years ago, a young woman found herself thrust into the center of an unprecedented national scandal that would change her life forever. At just 22 years old, Monica Lewinsky was working as an intern at the White House — a dream opportunity for many young people hoping to build a career in…
After an especially grueling stretch of work—late nights, endless meetings, and the kind of mental exhaustion that makes even the simplest tasks feel monumental—I finally booked a much-needed getaway. As I boarded the plane, I felt a wave of relief wash over me. All I wanted was a few precious hours to myself, free from…
A Surprising Thrift Store Find It was one of those slow, aimless afternoons when you wander around town just to break up the monotony. I decided to stop into a local thrift store — one of those places that smells faintly of old books and mothballs, with shelves crammed full of forgotten treasures and random…
The Benefits of Taking a Nighttime Shower Many people start their mornings with a refreshing shower to wake up and feel energized for the day ahead. While this habit has its merits, dermatologists and sleep experts alike suggest that moving your shower routine to the evening could offer unexpected and powerful benefits for your health,…
When it comes to building a fence between properties, most homeowners instinctively focus on the practical aspects: clearly marking property lines, creating a sense of privacy, keeping children or pets safe, and boosting security. These are, of course, essential reasons to install a fence. However, there’s a lesser-known yet significant principle that is equally important…
As we grow older, our bodies undergo many subtle changes, some of which catch us by surprise. One common yet often overlooked change is the increasing visibility of veins, particularly on the hands, arms, legs, and chest. For many people, seeing these veins stand out more clearly can be unsettling or even cause alarm. However,…
The family had been eagerly planning a joyful gathering for weeks. We decided to meet a few states away from my sister Erin’s home to celebrate a momentous occasion: the arrival of her newborn baby boy, Noah. The atmosphere was meant to be lighthearted and full of love, a time to reconnect and surround Erin…