By: Kayla Price After a long day at work or classes, all most people can think about is going home and relaxing. One of my favorite ways to do this is with essential oils. Using essential oils is a nice way of having an inexpensive spa night in the luxury of your own home! Orange […]
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You Don’t Need a Filter
By: Christine Guerrero Back when cameras were first created, people wanted to capture that exact moment in time. People wanted to keep everything the way it was and how it appeared. Nobody really cared if their hair was messed up, if their makeup looked bad or how they were dressed. They were too excited about […]
Seven Design and Décor Tips for a Happy Home
By: Morgan Goldwich Whether you live in a communal dorm room, a luxury apartment or one of Gainesville’s many rustic houses, your home should be a place of solitude after a long day. University of Kentucky gerontology professor Graham Rowles notes the strong evidence for people’s mood being influenced by their environment. He said that, […]
Mindful Living: The Little-Known, Big Impact Class at UF
By: Savannah Phillips The lights are dim. Relaxing music and a soft, soothing voice are the only noises within ear shot. The voice tells you to focus on your breath and let any other thoughts that don’t serve you fade away. You feel recharged, rejuvenated and ready to live life to the fullest. This might […]
Happiness Comes in All Kinds of Records
By: Lourdes Hernandez There are countless studies done on the effect music has on the brain. One study conducted by researchers at McGill University found that listening to music does, in fact, cause our brains to release dopamine, generally known as the “feel-good” neurotransmitter! Valerie Salimpoor is a neuroscientist who has studied the effects that […]
Are You Too Old to Watch Disney+?
By: Katherine Lugo We’ve all come to rely on the benefits of having little ones in the house. Whether it is your kids, your nieces and nephews or your younger siblings, they all serve one true purpose. They are the most efficient excuse to watch Disney movies and shows without feeling too old, out of […]
Three DIY Face Masks to Make You (and Your Wallet) Happy
By: Morgan Goldwich It’s easy to get caught up in the stress of our day-to-day routine. Self-care can often be left on the back burner in favor of responsibilities which we consider to take precedence. However, research shows how giving yourself a break from the bustle of life can be beneficial by improving your health […]
Five Films to Flip Your Frown Upside-down
By: Brooks Bass Films can stir up all sorts of emotions. Horror movies evoke fear, while documentaries pique your curiosity. Here are five movies that will make you happy. School of Rock Jack Black teaches fifth graders how to play rock music to win a battle of the bands competition. How can this plot line […]