Shannon Sweeney
Shannon Sweeney is the content manager of Death Wish Coffee Company, which basically means she gets paid to drink coffee and create awesome content. A graduate of Penn State University, she’s worked in both journalism and marketing and loves a good em dash. In her free time, you’ll find her petting the closest dog or watching reruns of The Office.
Becoming a yoga professional can take decades of dedicated study, but it only takes a few minutes to start practicing. With a little time, effort, and commitment anyone can learn to do yoga from home.
Your Father’s Day plans don’t have to be more groundbreaking than a shovel, just try one of these ideas to help make it memorable for the whole family!
Mother’s Day is a big day for moms, but it’s not an easy day for all women. So we have a few ideas about how to share the Mother’s Day love with all of the women in your life.
The hardest part of developing a new routine is knowing where to start. With these simple tips, you can become a masterful meal-prepper in no time!
If you have a pet, you probably know they make you happier but do you know why? If you're thinking about bringing your first pet home, there are real mental and physical health benefits to take the leap and adopt a furry family member.
With extra time on your hands, it’s normal to want to sit on your couch and do nothing, but when that gets boring and you’re looking for a more fulfilling pursuit, try one of these seven ideas on how to make better use of your time at home. What will you try to make your downtime more productive?
Think about your absolute favorite book of all time — chances are, you find yourself going back to reread it or recommending it to others, all because it had an impact on you in one way or another. Here’s our list of insightful books that can help you develop a healthier lifestyle.
The benefits of saving money are obvious. Luckily, there are apps to download if you’re looking for extra help with saving money, even when you’re on a tight budget. No matter what kind of budget you’re on or what expenses you have, there’s a finance app out there for you to help you put some extra money away or save for a goal.
I’ve never been able to understand how people can wake up ready to go when they’re getting less than 6 hours of sleep. But thanks to science, we’re starting to learn some answers.
In 2014, a study of sleep genetics found that 80% of people’s susceptibility to symptoms of sleep deprivation had to do with their genetics. And now, there are more and more studies to back that claim.
It can be tough to participate in your favorite social activities when money is tight. That doesn’t mean you have to give up your friends. Here are some ideas on keeping your social life afloat on a budget.
Stress affects those around us almost as much as it can affect our own lives. When you’re in a relationship, it can be tough not to let stress get in the way sometimes - here’s some advice on how to navigate it.
No one wants to get out of bed in the morning. Here are some tips on making it a little bit easier!
So what do you do when your hair needs some TLC? With certain products, time, and patience, you can undo damage to your hair. The best tip: Be consistent with your routine and make sure you’re investing time into your hair.
When it comes to packing, it might be easy to hit the store and buy travel-sized products — but are you thinking about how much of an environmental impact this has? A lot of travel products can be horrible for sustainability, but we’re here to help.
If you’re looking to eat and drink healthier, switching to black coffee is a surprisingly easy habit to get into. When I started researching the health benefits of black coffee, though, I decided to ditch my old morning routine for a new one. Here are the benefits of black coffee and why you should consider switching.
A new report from Harvard University’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health shows just how much our homes influence the health of those that live in them. The study was authored by Joseph G. Allen and John D. Spengler, who are experts at studying homes and their relation to our health. Below, we dissect their 36 actions that you can easily implement where you live.
Enjoy your time outdoors this summer a little more when you know you’re doing a small part to keep it beautiful.
The one way to up these good bacteria and microbes is with your diet — think of foods with fiber, fermentation, and loads of nutrients. So if your gut has been causing issues like stomach pains, heartburn, constipation, or more, your gut might need a reset. Here are five foods that could help.
Overall, MCT oil can help with weight loss and maintaining weight, hearth health, improving energy, mood, digestion, and more. Let’s get more into what types of MCT oils there are and how you can utilize it in your daily diet.
If you’re looking to try some new stretching routines (and you should definitely prioritize this) here are some of the best ones to improve flexibility. Remember — always listen to your body! If a stretch hurts or doesn’t feel right, don’t push it.
The quick summary: Sober January was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Here’s how cutting alcohol out benefitted my health physically, mentally, and financially.
Self-care is easy to overlook. But when you take care of yourself first, it helps you give your best to everyone and everything else. So, here’s our easy way to show yourself a little extra love every day.
If you suffer from anxiety, you know you can’t control the onset of an attack — it can happen at work, on a date, during a class, or while you’re driving. I’ve been there, and losing that sense of control is as frustrating as it is terrifying. Here are some ways to help after an attack.
There’s no doubt that filing taxes is confusing — So how do you prepare for tax season? Here are some tips to stay organized and ready to go before April 15.
Let’s break down these personality types and go through some self-care routines you can follow. If one of these personality types sounds like you, try it out — or mix and match for the best results.
If you’re like me, your weight fluctuates what almost feels like nonstop. The main culprit? Bloating. If you’re looking to see what foods you can replace to limit bloating, we’re here to help. Here are 10 foods that cause bloating, as well as some foods you can eat instead.
One thing we don’t consider in our balanced diet is our mental health. Food has a major effect on how we feel mentally, down to the chemical level. If you’re looking for ways to improve your mental health, here are 10 foods I recommend.
From apps to help us invest our money to understanding what exactly is going into our food, let’s take a look at wellness trends that entered 2019 as strong as they finished in 2018.
So how do you stay healthy while traveling? Here are 8 tips to follow when you’re packing your bags for a holiday getaway.