Like the nucleus of a cell, the kitchen is the heart of a house. Everything happens in the kitchen and one could even say life itself happens here too. Birthday celebrations, romantic at home dates, and more. In this pandemic, I’ve been spending almost 85% of my time in the kitchen: experimenting with new recipes,…
Read MoreThe team over at Chillhouse has been going non-stop since the launch of their Chill Tips back in 2020 – with two collections in the books and tons of cult-classic Chill Merch under their wings, it was only a matter of time before they dove into their own formulated products. Since oils are a staple…
Read MoreAs you may or may not know, The Chill Times is the sister site to Chillhouse, a modern destination in New York City for all things self care, including wellness lattes, massage, and nail art (just to name a few!). Nail art is truly the bread and butter of the entire establishment, so it’s safe…
Read MoreNothing, and I really do mean nothing, relaxes me like my Gua Sha. This stone tool is small, slim, and feels just as good, if not better, than its cousin the crystal roller. Just a few minutes with this little gadget and the tension in my face melts away, relieving the clench in my jaw, the…
Read MoreWhile I’m a stickler for taking the time to mask multiple times a week (it’s for mental health, too), sometimes a girl just wants to be straight-up pampered. However, unlike those enviable few who can spend a fortune on every chemical peel and LED facial on the market, I like to time my treatments just…
Read MoreMoving apartments, rearranging furniture, and/or designing from scratch can be a messy experience — literally and figuratively. It is however some of the ways to make home feel like home, especially when having to stare at its walls for what seems like 24/7. Writer and interior stylist, Dominique Gebru, knows how to make a small…
Read MoreWe’ve been home for a really long time now, and if you’re like me, you’ve probably got the itch to change up your decor. In the spirit of Earth Day, we wanted to put out some sustainable suggestions to consider incorporating into your space because right now, we need our spaces to feel homier than…
Read MoreWelcome to The Series, a new segment on The Chill Times designed to bring focused exercises straight to your home. With the guidance of Thea Hughes, a functional strength coach at SESSION and creative marketing consultant, we’ll be providing at-home workouts for all the areas you really care about. Check back every other Monday for…
Read MoreAs cannabis becomes more widely recreational throughout the US and beyond, there are tons of celebrities to turn to for #weedspo as people become increasingly more comfortable with talking about their method of relaxation. While we don’t cover cannabis here often, we know it plays a part in the wellness routines of many, whether used…
Read MoreThe fabric of our society is now woven six feet apart, and in a time where the media and news constantly remind us to take care of those around us, our loved ones, neighbors, and our community, Bianca Valle, is here to remind you of the importance of also checking in with yourself, placing health…
Read MoreThough financial stability is something we always seek, the focus on it has become even more intense as we attempt to navigate this crisis. With unemployment at a record breaking high, pay cuts being issued, and even freelancers unable to take on client work, how we’re going to budget our money is important now more…
Read MoreWelcome to the Wellness One-oh-Ones, a digital encyclopedia for all your wellness needs. This series is geared to tackle those everyday questions you secretly ask yourself in wonderment when you hear about a new trend. Instead of pretending to know what people are talking about, come hang with us as we uncover the latest and…
Read MoreAs if we weren’t all struggling enough with physical social distancing. Virtual distancing may be the absolute last thing on anyone’s mind to do right now. I’m not suggesting throwing all your technology against the wall, packing your bags with two of your favorite monochromatic looks to help camouflage perfectly in your new humble abode…
Read MoreSelf and the City is a column intended to increase visibility and dialogue surrounding mental health, relationships, harmful stereotypes, and the necessity for self-care and vulnerability. Self and the City will be headlined by Jessa Chargois on a bi-weekly basis. Submissions and guest columnists are welcomed to send work to hannah@chillhouse.com. I believe that we…
Read MoreThere’s been a lot of talk as to what the future of influencers will look like when we finally come out the other side of this pandemic. While some predict influencers will be no more, some thing their role will simply change. In fact, some have already pivoted to creating heart-warming and helpful content during…
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 MoreWhen it comes to cooking, I love recipes best that serve as an overall guide rather than hard and fast rules you have to follow or else the dish won’t come out. While some plates absolutely should not be messed with as chefs have taken years to develop them, I think it’s most fun and…
Read MoreWhether you’re taking this time to focus on personal projects or catching up on the relaxation and self-love you deserve, we all have a little time to squeeze in a few more books. To help you pick your next read, we rounded up some of our favorite self improvement books – take a peek below….
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