Mental Health

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

The Art of the Slow Weekend: Why Your Nervous System Needs Time to Recover

Many weekends no longer feel restful. Instead, they become an extension of the workweek. Discover how intentional recovery, backed by neuroscience and behavioral research, can help restore your nervous system and improve long-term well-being.

The Slow Violence of Workplace Incivility

Not all toxic workplaces are defined by shouting matches or outright bullying. More often, stress builds through everyday acts of disrespect that quietly erode confidence and psychological safety. Discover what science says about workplace incivility and how to protect your mental well-being without losing your sense of self.

The Anti-Algorithm Diet: Debunking Social Media Wellness and Finding Our Own Health Vibe

Every scroll promises a better body, a healthier lifestyle, or a miracle solution. But how much of what we see online is actually good for us? The Anti-Algorithm Diet explores how to filter health advice, embrace evidence over hype, and build wellness habits that truly fit your life.

Finding Where Truth Shines

Growing up means learning to separate who the world expects us to be from who we truly are. This reflective essay explores authenticity, identity, and self-discovery through the eyes of a young Filipino navigating life, purpose, and belonging.

Paper Trail

Health history is more than medical breakthroughs. It is the story of how a nation learns, heals, and grows. Paper Trail explores four decades of The Philippine STAR's reporting on public health, scientific progress, disease prevention, and the evolving conversations that continue today through Joyful Wellness.

Living Beyond Alopecia

Hair loss can affect far more than appearance. In this heartfelt feature, JC Abong shares his journey through grief, alopecia, and recovery, reminding us that healing begins with hope, evidence-based care, and the courage to keep moving forward.

Five Lifestyle Habits That Can Help Manage PMOS (Formerly PCOS)

PMOS is more than a reproductive condition. Learn five evidence-based lifestyle habits, from balanced nutrition and exercise to sleep, stress management, and self-compassion, that can help support hormone balance and long-term health.

Magnesium for Better Sleep: Which Form Does Science Support?

Magnesium has become one of the most talked-about supplements for better sleep. Learn what current science says about magnesium glycinate, citrate, L-threonate, and oxide, and why supplements work best alongside healthy sleep habits.

The Beginner’s Guide to Building an Acne Skincare Routine

Does acne require a complicated skincare routine? Learn how to build a simple, beginner-friendly regimen backed by science while supporting healthier skin and greater confidence.

Wellness Myths vs. Science: How to Make Smarter Health Choices

Every scroll promises another wellness trend, but what does science actually say? This week's Sunday Edit explores how curiosity, credible research, and practical habits can help us make wiser health decisions.

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.