(And Why You Feel More Human Afterward) Most people say they sauna to “relax,” but what they usually mean is: “My nervous system needs a minute.” We spend a lot of time in mild fight-or-flight mode — not running from bears, just juggling calendars, email notifications, family logistics, the political environment, and existential dread. Even if you don’t feel anxious, your body may still be idling high. Enter: heat. Sauna + Safety = Downshift When you step into a sauna, your body registers...

“Hygge” (pronounced "hoo-guh") is a Danish word that describes a quality of coziness and comfortable togetherness that creates a feeling of contentment and well-being. It’s considered a defining part of Scandinavian culture — especially during the long winter months. As a new year begins, there’s often a lot of focus on change and improvement. Hygge is quieter than that. It’s about warmth, comfort, and shared ease. ✨  1. What hygge points to Hygge is about atmosphere and feeling rather...

Let’s go ahead and name it: We have officially entered Peak “Please Put Me in the Hot Box” Season. Late December does weird things to humans. There’s travel. Family dynamics. Group decisions. Noise. Sugar. Feelings. And roughly 47 people asking, “So… how are things?” By December 26th, most nervous systems are: • tired but wired • grateful but overstimulated • reflective but also completely done • craving routine • wildly uninterested in anything containing the phrase “new year, new...