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Zooey Deschanel's career continues to shine through a variety of roles, from her recent performance in the 2024 adaptation of Harold and The Purple Crayon to her memorable stint as Jovie in the holiday classic Elf. As we approach the festive season, we caught up with Deschanel to discover how she spends her holiday mornings, characterized by a comforting blend of family warmth and cherished traditions. Early Riser: A Consistent Morning Routine Starting her day at the crack of dawn, usually by 5 a.m., Zooey values the quiet time before her children wake up. "I like getting up and getting some stuff done before they wake up. During that window, I’d definitely have some coffee, catch up on the news, send a few emails, or write in my journal, which I do daily," she shares. This early start is not just about productivity;…

Want to get even closer to your partner? Consider the lotus position, also known as the “lotus blossom” in the Kama Sutra, the ancient Indian text on erotic pleasure. The lotus blossom is one of the most intimate and advanced sex positions: you face your partner and look into each other’s eyes, all while wrapping your legs around one another. (Intense!) It’s a tried-and-true tantric position—at least 2,000 years old—that is sure to connect you with your significant other. Ahead are some tips and tricks to spice up your sex life with this iconic position: What is the lotus sex position? The position is also known as “yab yum” in the tantric tradition for the union of the male deity (“yab”) and female deity (“yum”), or father and mother. It’s similar to the lotus position in yoga (but for two) since, traditionally, one…

Most people start noticing physical and emotional changes about a week before their period starts. For some, bloating, cramping, and pimples are signs that Aunt Flo is coming to town. But another hallmark symptom of being on your period is pain. While it’s common to experience pain in your stomach, pelvic region, and back, some individuals also find themselves grappling with aching legs. “Period pain is caused by many factors, and everyone experiences it differently,” says Neha Thawani, MD, an OB/GYN resident physician at Stanford Medicine. “Some people experience leg aches and pain during their period.” A little mild leg pain during your period is normal. However, in some cases, the pain can be indicative of an underlying condition. Here are seven reasons why you might be experiencing leg pain during your menstrual cycle. 1. Higher levels of prostaglandins Your period leg pain…

There’s a reason why fancy restaurants tend to offer alcoholic drinks like Amaro, Sambuca, sherry, or port with the dessert menu: Traditionally, the liqueurs—often labeled as “digestifs”—have been used to stimulate digestion, especially after a rich meal. But do digestifs (aka after-meal drinks) actually help with digestion? Especially in Europe, people have been enjoying digestifs for hundreds of years. “Typically offered in small portions, up to 1 to 2 ounces max, they are thought to help the body meet the digestive demands of a large meal,” Danielle VenHuizen, RD, a Seattle-based dietitian who focuses on gut health, tells Well+Good. Though there’s not a *ton* of research to back this up, it’s possible that some types of after-dinner drinks might help your GI tract process a meal. Below are some caveats you also should consider. Do ‘digestifs’ help with digestion? First things first: Your…

Appointment reminder: It’s time to book your manicure for New Year’s Eve. As we count down to the most sparkling night of the year, your outfit is probably picked, but have you given any thought to your nails? Of course, you want them to match the vibe when you’re raising your beverage of choice at midnight. As we’ve seen with some of the winter’s most popular nail trends, you can truly play around with everything from subtle shimmer to full-on gemstone effects, so your New Year’s Eve nails don’t have to fit into one particular style. The best part? Many of these looks can transition seamlessly into January, so you get the best return on your time (and money) investment. Whether you’re planning to dance until dawn or ring in the new year on your couch, we’ve curated a collection of New Year…

You may think of your hips as bones or the focus of pop songs (cue: Shakira, Shakira), but they’re so much more than that. The hip joint is quite complex, including about 20 different muscles that work to move your legs in various directions, stabilize your pelvis, and help your body move as one synergistic unit. Your hip adductors, a group of muscles often thought of as the inner thighs, typically don’t get much attention—but if they’re tight or weak, it can have cascading effects on how your body moves. Everything you need to know about training your adductors (including the five best hip adductor exercises to try), ahead. What Are Your Hip Adductors? Your hip adductors are a group of muscles on the inner thigh, sometimes referred to as the groin muscles or inner thighs. “The hip adductors help stabilize the pelvis,…

Want stronger, more powerful legs? Don’t skip the muscles you can’t see—your hamstrings. These often-overlooked workhorses, located on the backs of your thighs, do everything from powering your stride to protecting your knees and lower back. Whether you’re an athlete chasing a PR or a weekend warrior just looking to stay injury-free, adding targeted exercises for the backs of your thighs to your routine is a must. Let’s dive into the best moves to keep your hamstrings strong, balanced, and ready for anything. But first, the benefits of strengthening your hamstrings Your hamstrings do more than you might think—they’re powerhouses for both hip extension and knee flexion, according to Shawn Collins, PT, DPT, CSCS, a performance physical therapist at Bespoke Physical Therapy in San Diego, California. For hip extension: They help you bend at your waist, like when picking something up off the…

The moon is in peaceful, calming, and beauty-obsessed Libra today, in a friendly conversation with Mercury and Jupiter. Your daily horoscope encourages connection and community—it’s an ideal moment to forge and maintain social bonds, even superficial ones. In other words, don’t go it alone if you don’t have to. If you’re isolated or doing a WFH day, reach out to friends and consider Facetiming so you can see them smiling. Co-regulating your nervous system is key at the moment, with an emphasis on the co. Yay, besties. Bonus: This lunar energy is also excellent for booking a spa visit or just grabbing a quick mani-pedi. Right now, pretty heals.AriesMarch 21–April 19The moon is in your opposite sign, lighting up your seventh house of relationships, Aries. With wounded healer Chiron in your bold and audacious sign at the same time, there could be a…

Of all the surprising fragrance notes popping up in the last few years—milk, violet, and pink peppercorn, to name a few—one of the most unexpected, and a personal favorite, is marshmallow. Not so much “ooey-gooey” as fluffy and sweet, these scents are here to carry you away on a cloud of lightly toasted comfort. First, a quick history lesson: When marshmallows are mentioned, the “roasted at the end of a stick” variety may come to mind, but did you know that their name comes from an actual plant? According to the Farmer’s Almanac, marshmallow (also known by its Latin name althaea officinalis) is an “herbaceous perennial native to Europe” that blooms in the summer months and has long been used as an ingredient for medicinal treatments, dating all the way back to Ancient Egypt. The confectionery treat differs considerably from the original herb…

When I moved to Los Angeles, the first friendships I made were with two girls I’d met at a Thursday morning boxing class. At the time, I was working as a journalist doing the overnight shift, so while catching up on sleep would’ve been ideal, I was there every week purely motivated by seeing my friends. While the class no longer exists, we’re still close over six years later. You’re not alone if you’ve noticed that run clubs and other fitness groups have been on the rise over the past year. People have been turning to sports to find community and the stats back this up. According to Strava’s Year in Sport trend report, 58 percent of their 5,000+ respondents (and 66 percent of Gen Z) said they made new friends through a fitness group in 2024. Meanwhile, 55 percent of Gen Z…