Mental Health

Build resilience, reduce stress, and prioritize your peace of mind

Couple practicing everyday hygiene habits including brushing teeth and personal grooming exhibit confidence

How to Be Loved by You: Let Me Count the Hygienic Ways

Good hygiene won't make someone fall in love, but it can make life and being close to you a whole lot nicer. Here's the science behind the habits that matter.

6-6-6: The Walking Routine That May Get Us Moving Again

Six minutes to warm up, 60 minutes to walk, six minutes to cool down. The 6-6-6 routine is simple, but its biggest benefit may be helping us turn walking into a habit.
Beauty + Health & Wellness Manila 2026

The Philippine Star and Joyful Wellness Join Beauty + Health & Wellness Manila 2026 as Official Media Partners

Beauty + Health & Wellness Manila celebrates its 10th anniversary this September, bringing beauty, health, wellness and innovation to SMX Manila with The Philippine Star and Joyful Wellness as official media partners.
Cardboard to reuse and recycle before Christmas

Sustainable Wellness: The “Zero-Waste” Ber Cleanse

Before the Ber months bring more gifts, decorations and holiday shopping into our homes, a little sustainable decluttering can clear space, reduce waste and make room for a more thoughtful Christmas.
Filipino family cooking and spending time together without relying on modern conveniences

The Benefits of Inconvenience

Modern life has made almost everything easier. But when convenience removes everyday movement, cooking, connection and rest, could a little “hassle” actually be good for our well-being?
An AI chatbot for mental health support on a smartphone

Can an AI Chatbot Actually Support Your Mental Health?

AI chatbots are becoming part of how Filipinos cope with stress, but can they really support mental health? We look at the evidence, risks, limits and safer ways to use them.

Salt Stomping: Does the Trend Really Work?

Salt stomping is the latest TikTok nighttime ritual, promising better sleep, less stress and a boost of magnesium. But what happens when we put the viral claims to the test?
People dancing together at a wellness rave with music and movement

Wellness Raves: Why Sober Dance Parties Are the New Self-Care

Wellness raves are bringing music, movement and community to a new kind of social experience, without alcohol or drugs. But beyond the trend, is there real science behind the joy?
NDRRMC alerts and anxiety

NDRRMC Alerts and Anxiety: Why the Alarm Feels So Intense

That sudden NDRRMC alarm can make your heart race before you have even read the message. Here’s why alarming sounds trigger such a strong response and how to help your body settle afterward.
September wellness

The September Spark: Deepening Our Roots for the Golden Season

As September ushers in the Ber months, familiar songs, flavors and traditions awaken memories of home. Discover why nostalgia matters and what we can carry forward into the season.
A Better You

Your Guide to a Healthier, Happier Life

A Better You is your personal roadmap to better health and lasting joy. Filled with expert insights, interactive assessments, and space to reflect and track your progress, it’s designed to guide you through every step of your wellness journey.

Whether you’re looking to build healthier habits, cultivate mindfulness, or simply document your progress, this journal empowers you to embrace vitality, longevity, and joy—one page at a time.