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Even if it has little to do with psychology or therapy itself, there’s something we can all learn from the visuals of therapist’s offices we see on screen. If nothing else, the sets of these spaces inspire us with their approaches to interior decoration.
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A collection of essay collections for every mood.
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An incomplete roundup of films that are essential.
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How to (and how not to) go about the trek to your new place.
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Brighten up early mornings with a simple coffee ritual.
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It’s easy to fall into our devices and lose sight of the physical world beyond our screens. For those of us who feel like we’ve been basking in blue light more than we’d like to, escaping our digital reality by staring at paper sounds dreamy. Having a designated spot for reading (or any type of tranquility) is a treasure and a step towards intentional living.
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A guide for stepping up your cold email game.
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How to tune into your past, present, and future self.
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There are a lot of face oils out there, so to help, we’ve rounded up all the ones that have been recommended by the women of Passerbuys.
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We’ve reached that point of winter where the days seem to morph into one another. Many of us have felt cooped up in our homes for an unnaturally long time or have felt uneasy in the world outside. The psychic mood is dominated by anxiety. It’s about time to look to music to quell our unease and rock us to sleep.
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“Now that it’s cold out, all that running, hiking and outdoor exercise is less fun. Here are some ideas of the best workouts that can be done right from your living room.
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It’s almost winter now and you know the routine. When it’s cold outside and there’s nowhere to go, a little daily exercise not only improves your health, but undeniably boosts your overall mood. Summer was nice, but now that we’re all stuck at home because it's cold and well, the pandemic, there are actually more ways than ever to turn your home into a gym, yoga studio or even bootcamp class.
To beat the chilly quarantine doldrums, we asked the women of Passerbuys how they’ve been working out and where they find their fitness inspiration. We’ve rounded up where they like to virtually workout to help you stay motivated or maybe try something new and they’re for everyone from the nervous novice or a seasoned pro.
YouTube star Chloe Ting uploads weekly workout videos along with healthy eating ideas to supplement the lifestyle. Want ideas for fifteen minute workouts or a two week plan to gain a six-pack? Ting might have the plan for you.
Offering unlimited yoga, meditation, and fitness courses, Alo Moves has thousands of classes for you to replicate the studio experience from the comfort of your home. Along with the regular classes, they also offer crash courses on mindfulness and building individual skills, such as doing splits or handstands.
Blogger and YouTuber Cassey Ho, known as Blogilates, has been inspiring women around the world since 2009. As Janine Lee says, “Cassey and I are in like a long-term relationship.” Ho’s channel and blog offer a wide variety of workout ideas and routines, meal plans, and printable fitness plans.
Nicole, a Barre & Pilates instructor from Sydney, Australia, has a little bit of everything on her channel. Along with regular mat workouts, she also has videos for barre workouts utilizing everyday objects, like a chair, and focusing on specific parts of the body.
Sky Ting Yoga, which at one time had three New York locations, Chinatown, Tribeca and Williamsburg, now offers online classes and workshops for all levels. Classes range from physical asana postures, breathwork, meditation, and philosophy and aim to provide a balanced yoga experience.
Ciara London, a personal trainer and body sculptor, has been able to take her training program global with the transition online. With over 30 live workouts a week, they are saved on Instagram to be streamed later. Focusing on body positivity, proper nutrition, and empowerment, London’s classes are truly for everyone.
A NASM Certified Personal Trainer, entrepreneur, and college athlete, Sydney Cummings’ bootcamps and specialized workouts come from a well-refined background. Whitney Fierce swears “Sydney Cummings has actually changed my life, I am stronger than when I used to go to the gym every day.” With workout plans ranging from 20 minutes to an hour, there’s something for everyone.
Glo, an online website dedicated to fitness classes, offers unlimited access to classes in yoga, meditation, Pilates, and fitness for its members, as well as a community platform to spark conversations about health. With over 4,000 classes immediately available to stream at your convenience, you can also join into a live session to be in the moment. Rian Fossett specifically recommends tuning into Elena Brower’s classes.
With online classes ranging from beginner to advanced levels, Obe Fitness maintains a plethora of programs that can suit all of your needs. With expert and certified instructors, you can choose to tune into one of the 5,482 classes offered on-demand or to one of the twenty-two live daily courses.
Run by a married couple, Fitness Blender aims to make fitness affordable and accessible to everyone. With recipes, a blog, videos, and programs, they ensure that your fitness journey is attainable. Feeling lonely? They offer a discussion board and blog to foster a sense of community.
Other recommendations include A Second U and Maria Cutrona (as recommended by and Erin Allweiss), dancing to homecoming by Beyoncé (as recommended by Jameela Jamil), Move with Tash and Maxeffort (as recommended by Folasade Adeoso), Movement for Modern Life (as recommended by Shawana Grosvenor) and sWORKIT (as recommended by Annika Hansteen-Izora).
Words by Ashley Hajimirsadeghi
As we envision what 2021 will look like, we’re seeking out ritual rather than resolution as a way to reconnect with ourselves and embrace gradual metamorphosis.
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Without further ado, here’s the best of what our passersby (and some of you!) have watched, listened to, and read this year.
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For this year’s holiday gift guide, our founder Clémence Polès takes over with our first founder's edition. In the spirit of generosity and community, it begins with suggestions and ideas for how and where you can support...followed by some of her favorite independent businesses and brands. All are just giftable things that she loves and hopes will make you and your loved ones' lives a little more joyful!
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When it comes to writing with a pen and paper, the options are almost as endless as the content. We asked some of our writerly passerbuys to weigh in so that you always have a blank page when inspiration strikes.
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By now, we’re all used to “masking up” before leaving our homes. But not all are created equal. Disposable medical-grade masks are necessary for some, they’re not the best from a sustainability standpoint. A reusable, fabric face mask is a no-brainer for most of us so we like to think of them as a new accessory. Fashion in function.
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Lingerie has some complex connotations. Historically, it’s been sold as a tool of seduction, tailored to the male gaze—but not any more. Our favorite brands push back against this archaic idea and instead embrace lingerie with an introspective angle. We get to decide what’s sexy, as we’ve explored in a previous feature. Tight or loose, cozy or highly stylized; It’s up to us. Time at home with nowhere to go has created a focus on our relationship to not only what we wear, but what we wear underneath. The process of getting dressed can be playful, erotic, utilitarian, an artistic embodiment. Lingerie embodies the stories we tell ourselves every day. Our own forms become our fantasies in countless practices, slipping into lingerie included. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite lingerie brands, from focuses on sustainability to modern cuts to shapes that flatter every body. Because our own gaze is the one that counts.
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When you give someone a book, you’re giving them a reason to put down their phone and be in the present moment. It’s the gift of a break, of greater knowledge, of deeper connection This holiday season, consider these tiles, from exploring pandemics past, the future of our planet, issues of race, collective healing, and more. Reading means more now than ever. Feeling connected to those we are missing means more, too. Shopping locally, or at bookshop.org, per passerby Courtney Preiss’ recommendation, means even more.
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Here’s the roundup of the most inspirational and influential cookbooks featured on Passerbuys. The highlighted cookbook recommendations span the globe and differ in style and approach to cooking and entertaining. But all these selections share some basic precepts. Start with fresh, quality ingredients, infuse the dish with relaxed creativity, and cook from the heart. Our cookbook picks exemplify these principles and aim to spark our collective imagination.
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Working out should be all about feeling your best, which is hard to do without the right gear. So we asked passersby about the workout wear that makes them feel the most confident and comfortable.
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