Skin. It defines us and tells our stories. Throughout our history, artists, painters, sculptors, photographers and filmmakers have passionately created the “art of skin.” And if there’s one thing we’ve learned over time, it’s that all skin is beautiful. That’s why the Chicago Dermatological Society is hosting the Art of Skin Gala, a live, in-color […]
Alzheimer’s Association Board Member Marty Wilke has been committed to the mission of the Alzheimer’s Association since attending the very first Reason to Hope luncheon in 2010 in honor of her dad. “The Reason to Hope luncheon was where I first learned of the critical mission of the Alzheimer’s Association and how they were working […]
As part of our “You Said It” Op-Ed series, we invite contributors to submit their opinion pieces. Have a submission? Contact us. Many people view their homes as simply utilitarian — the kitchen is for cooking, and the bedroom is for sleeping. But it’s time we think about the home as a respite, maximizing its potential […]
A year into the pandemic, Roz Brewer saw people wary of vaccinations and Black and brown citizens dying at disproportionate rates. “It’s hard to sit there and watch that happen when you’ve got a background in retail, execution and operations,” Brewer told members of the Economic Club of Chicago during a virtual Q&A on Feb. […]
When you’re trying to get out the door, a quick shower is in order. But if you’ve got a little down time, and are in need of some at-home relaxation, just about every self-care checklist recommends taking a bath—and for good reason. Baths come with a whole lot of mental and physical health benefits, everything […]
With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to interject itself in every aspect of life—especially mental wellness, the Economic Club of Chicago recently hosted the panel discussion “Mental Health and Trauma.” Five Chicago-based experts represented corporate, social, and medical points of view on this topic and discussed structural, systemic and political solutions to promote mental health and […]
From eating healthy to making sure we’re getting enough sleep, practicing mindfulness is the new norm that has helped us stay sane throughout the highs and lows of our pandemic world. Among the many ways we’re focusing on self-care, however, mediation is one practice that — although it’s been around for hundreds, if not thousands, […]
Many of us likely kicked off the year with renewed fitness goals, but the odds of sticking with a new exercise regimen for the long term are, sadly, not great. You may have already joined the 80 percent of people annually who abandon their new year’s resolutions by the end of February each year. Make […]
Many of us likely kicked off the year with renewed fitness goals, but the odds of sticking with a new exercise regimen for the long term are, sadly, not great. You may have already joined the 80 percent of people annually who abandon their new year’s resolutions by the end of February each year. Make […]
A Fundraiser for the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Foundation Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. In this virtual event, experts will share their advice — from the importance of meditating to the power of customized integrative wellness. Learn tips to achieve top performance in all aspects of your life. We are honored to include […]
