From BookTok adaptations and viral moments to star-powered chemistry, here’s why the rom-com is once again capturing our hearts and screens.

What happens when a lifelong city girl swaps Manila’s chaos for small-town Denmark? A former magazine and book publisher shares how slowing down helped her reconnect with herself—and learn to enjoy the beauty of doing nothing.

This Father’s Day, a mom reflects on shared parenting, intentional fatherhood, and the kind of man who shows up—not for praise, but because it’s who he is.

Big, dramatic overhauls are out; gentle, small shifts are in—and they’re doable any time of the year. Think of it as hitting pause instead of a full system restart.

Beyond the rom-com façade, Bridget Jones mirrors the real struggles and triumphs of women navigating love and loss. With the final film released, we reflect on 24 years of her story and the wisdom we’ve gained along the way.

The Netflix documentary Buy Now! The Shopping Conspiracy reveals a harsh truth: It’s time to rethink your relationship with retail and confront the environmental impact of overconsumption.

Whether you’re looking for a memoir that can make you reflect or a clever rom-com that gives you all the feels, here’s a reading list to feed your soul. File this under “self-care.”