Wedding season is officially in full swing and that means gifts are top of mind. We all want to be the friend that gives the most thoughtful gift, so if the bride in your life is wellness-obsessed, then you’ve come to the right place. Instead of going the traditional route and picking up a set of towels or a small kitchen appliance for the bridal shower, go for something a little more wellness-inspired to add a personal and * thoughtful * touch.

The older I get, the more I’ve come to value my friends. But more than anything, I’ve started to understand what a healthy, good friendship actually looks like. It’s definitely not like high school where quantity rather than quality seemed to be more important. Having several groups of friends or tons of people to call up on a Friday night is no longer the priority—surrounding myself with people who genuinely care about me is.

When is the last time that you checked the pH of the feminine hygiene products that you use, down there? Chances are, it's an area that you overlook. Lauren Steinberg, the 24-year-old founder of Queen V , is opening up the conversation around female-powered, millennial-focused feminine health and wellness with one goal: to help women become Queen V.

If you’re powering down in the evening, you don’t want to do things that might bring stimulation or mess with your mind and body. Factors like food, exercise, media, and caffeine all play a role—so be mindful of the timing of them all. Instead, focus on positive behaviors that can improve sleep , such as meditation, relaxing music, a warm bath, and a light read. Here are the worst things to do before bed, so avoid them like the plague!

As the popular phrase goes, “knowledge is power.” And isn’t that why we all watch documentaries? To gain a little bit of knowledge or insight and then apply it towards our life in some way? Even if said application is unintentional, after watching something with a profound message, your subconscious will more than likely take over and before you know it you’re implementing changes you never thought would fit into your lifestyle.

It's important to prioritize self-care, where you're giving your body the love and rest it needs to feel rejuvenated and at ease. The body does so much: between daily errands and scheduled workouts , muscles can easily become tight and sore. And, if you're sedentary for the majority of the day (those hours spent in your office chair add up!), it can cause the neck, back, and other areas to become stiff.

When it comes to the word wellness, we often think of how we can best take care of ourselves through movement, meditation, nutrition, relationships and more. All of those pillars of self-care are extremely important, because of course; you can’t take care of others without first taking care of yourself.

After a busy, grueling week, it's nice to come home to an oasis to relieve tension and feel restored. As it's not realistic, or budget friendly, to go to a spa every day, it's a great idea to create your own spa-like setting within the comforts of your home. Besides, you'll have peace and quiet, so it'll be easier to unwind and tune into your mind and body.

You might go into the sauna or steam room after a tough workout to relax and soothe sore muscles , and you're right to do so. Using a sauna or steam room to ease tense muscles and take some time for yourself and your "self-care" routine can really benefit your mind, body, and soul. There's something so sensual about the heat, and the act of sweating helps release toxins and create balance in the body.