Dorothy said it best while she clicked her ruby red shoes “There’s no place like home” — and isn’t that certainly the case? As most of us are working a job (plus a side hustle with busy social schedules and various other commitments in life), it seems only natural that we’re also looking for some…
Read MoreFor the third year in a row, hundreds of thousands of protestors and activists will take to the streets. In a time where our government is failing us, divided by ideals and politics, the participants of the Women’s March must come together to unite as one, setting an example for those elected to power. Regardless…
Read MoreWhen winter comes around, all I can think about is hot drinks and tons of hearty soups and stews. Something about the cold weather makes me want to feel as warm inside as I wish I felt outside (dreaming of those Caribbean beaches right about now). One way to map your winter eating patterns is to…
Read MoreYou told yourself that 2019 was going to be the moment for a new fitness journey. But if you are anything like us, January is almost officially over and you are still finding your groove. The city never fails to offer a plethora of cheap/free workout sessions if that’s your style, but as we get deeper…
Read MoreWhile the start of a new year can provide tons of liberation and inspiration, it can be easy to fall prey to the pressure of keeping your number one resolution, which for most, is a combination of working out and dieting. Self-care is all the rage these days, but it’s crucial to remember that your…
Read MoreBras are special, from the support they provide to that empowering feeling they give upon putting one on. If taken care of well, bras can last a good number of years. However, with daily wear and tear, the shelf life they were once promised can be shortened drastically when thrown in the washer-dryer, especially with…
Read More
Two years ago, Chillhouse launched as way to make self care and self love a focal point in many people’s lives, but now, it’s being made even easier. Introducing Club Chill… …a whole new way to chill, tailored to your wants and needs. Club Chill introduces two membership tiers, as opposed to one overall membership,…
Read MoreCurly hair is the best type of hair type out there. While I might be biased as a member of the curly haired community, the wavy, curly, and kinky hair look is where the party is. However, as many curly haired people can attest, maintaining the wild mane can be a bit brutal. Going through…
Read MoreUntil a few years ago, the only context in which I heard the word “toxic” was in regards to substances or waste. Now it seems like everywhere I turn there is a new article about how to cleanse your life and ditch your “toxic relationships.” This viral trend advocates for people, especially women, to exercise more…
Read MoreValentine’s Day is here! The day has a tendency to be a commercial day, full of cards, candy, and tons of meaningless promotions, but here at Chillhouse, we’re aiming to get back to the root of the holiday and spread love to all. To get in the spirit, read up on how Team Chill is…
Read MoreWhen I first moved to Denmark nearly 15 years ago, I quickly noticed that despite the dark, dreary weather, there was an undeniable feeling of warmth, cheer, and gratitude throughout the country. The Danes around me had cracked the code to surviving — and thriving — Northern winters. But how? Enter: hygge. What *is* hygge?…
Read MoreFor two weeks, I was waking up at 4am every morning for work and creative purposes. My doctor made it clear that I was clinically exhausted (hello, Bragging Rights). I could barely work out, I couldn’t eat a healthy meal because my body told me it didn’t want that, and I could not have a…
Read MoreValentine’s Day is just around the corner, and while it can be viewed as a dreaded commercial holiday filled with chocolate and cards, we’re using it as a day to show another form of love. Here at TCT, we love self-love, and we love implementing it in our lives as often as possible, so we…
Read MoreI wasn’t allowed to be a Boy Scout. I lacked certain, uh, “elements” that forbade me to join in their adventures into the wilderness and what not. That didn’t stop my parents from continuously reminding me of the Boy Scouts of America’s motto, “Be Prepared.” Even though I would roll my eyes in contempt, I…
Read MoreFolks, we are knee deep in the winter weather months. The magic of the holiday season has left us with snow and sludge instead of snow, sludge, AND holiday cheer. Our minds are wandering at our desks, during walks to and from work, wondering if the uncontrollable tears from the below zero wind chill are…
Read MoreWith winter comes a few givens: pouring yourself more than a few cups of “cheer,” wearing uggs—aka foot clouds—out in public, and hoping politics doesn’t become the topic of discussion when your family, extended or otherwise, gathers under one roof. For me, it means my already sensitive skin refuses to cooperate and, in turn, becomes…
Read More
