The reason fiction reading is better than scrolling

In an era dominated by notifications, social media feeds, and a nonstop flow of information, many people struggle to focus on one thing for more than a few minutes. Endless scrolling can feel relaxing in the moment, but mental health experts say there may be a far more effective way to support emotional well being…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 25, 20260Comments

Self Care

The 7 day plan to feel your absolute best this week

A week can fly by or drag on, but one thing is certain a lot can shift in seven days. You may not overhaul your entire life before next Monday, but you can absolutely shake up a stagnant routine, pull yourself out of a rut, and finally act on the things you have been putting…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 25, 20260Comments

Skincare

Your shower habit might be aging your skin faster

Doctors say what works in your 20s could seriously damage your skin as you age—here's what they recommend instead. For most of us, daily showering has long felt like a given—part of the morning ritual, as automatic as brushing our teeth. But what if that well-meaning routine is quietly doing more harm than good? According to…

ByDempsey May AyucoJune 23, 20260Comments

Sex

How to tell your spouse the sex isn’t good without the drama

When the physical spark dims, the right conversation can reignite more than just the bedroom — here's how to say what needs to be said. There are conversations Black couples simply don't have enough — and the state of their sex lives is near the top of that list. Between the weight of cultural expectations,…

ByDempsey May AyucoJune 23, 20260Comments

Celebs

Simone Biles faces harsh backlash after healing escape

After a frightening health scare, the Olympic icon is reminding critics that recovery doesn't always look the way people expect. Simone Biles is setting boundaries when it comes to how she chooses to heal. The decorated gymnast recently addressed criticism from social media users who questioned why she has been sharing vacation photos after…

ByDempsey May AyucoJune 23, 20260Comments

Skincare

Collagen is quietly disappearing — Here’s how to stop it

A board-certified dermatologist says this one daily habit could be the most powerful weapon against premature skin aging. The Collagen Crisis No One Talks About It sits quietly beneath the surface of your skin, holding everything together — your firmness, your lift, your glow. Collagen is the primary …

ByDempsey May AyucoJune 22, 20260Comments

Skincare

Lip fullness fades fast when you make these mistakes

Everyday habits you might not think twice about could be quietly robbing your lips of volume — and the fixes are simpler than you'd expect. The Quiet Thief Stealing Your Lip Volume Most people blame aging when their lips begin to thin. But dermatologists and skincare specialists point to something far more preventable: the daily…

ByDempsey May AyucoJune 22, 20260Comments

Sex

The Powerful Reason More Women Are Turning to Porn

For years, I assumed pornography was meant to be watched. The formula seemed fixed. A screen, visuals and a predictable sequence of events leading to arousal. But after long workdays filled with endless scrolling, video meetings and digital overload, the idea of watching more content felt exhausting rather than exciting. That was when a few…

ByDorcas OnasaJune 19, 20260Comments

Business

A Fine & Dandy Affair brought Montgomery’s best to one room

Montgomery, Alabama has long carried the weight of American history. But last weekend, it carried something else entirely: the energy of a city leaning forward. A Fine & Dandy Affair, part of ESSENCE's Road to Festival series, pulled together entrepreneurs, healthcare advocates, community leaders, and residents for a full day built around health, wealth, and…

ByDestiny PhilipsJune 19, 20260Comments

Food & Drink

Fermented foods are quietly doing the most for your gut

Your digestive system has been waiting for you to discover what the rest of the world already knows. If your relationship with fermented foods begins and ends with the occasional yogurt cup, you're leaving a lot of gut-health benefits on the table. While cultures across Asia and Europe have long embraced fermented staples as everyday…

ByDempsey May AyucoJune 18, 20260Comments

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The reason fiction reading is better than scrolling

The 7 day plan to feel your absolute best this week

Your shower habit might be aging your skin faster

How to tell your spouse the sex isn’t good without the drama

Simone Biles faces harsh backlash after healing escape

Collagen is quietly disappearing — Here’s how to stop it

Lip fullness fades fast when you make these mistakes

The Powerful Reason More Women Are Turning to Porn

A Fine & Dandy Affair brought Montgomery’s best to one room

Fermented foods are quietly doing the most for your gut

Taylor Swift and Tom Cruise’s sideline chat sparks buzz

Rihanna’s latest beauty secret is hiding in plain sight

Zendaya’s graceful Emmys loss reveals a surprising inner reaction