Noticing the signs of anxiety may be a painful process because noticing leads to feeling, and feeling fear too much may lead to being overwhelmed. Numbing out and just surviving is not a way to live, nor is it sustainable. Life is filled with the daily
Taking a childhood hobby and turning it into a business? That's exactly what Brandy Monique has accomplished with her beauty company Fig + Yarrow, an organic apothecary complete with products you don't have to feel the least bit guilty about putting on your skin. From
There’s no question that women’s entrepreneurship has hit a tipping point in recent years. Today, women lead one in five startups around the globe. What’s behind the surge? Largely organizations committed to offering women ongoing inspiration and support to help them achieve their goals, like Lean In
At 30 years old I moved across the Atlantic -- away from family and friends and driving on the right side of the road -- to London, England. You might be thinking, “Oh, that sounds fun! You probably spent all your time down at the
Every issue always comes together with such festivity and excitement. We're convinced that we could celebrate in an empty room and -- thanks to our wonderful readers, contributors and supporters -- still have just as great a time as ever. Yet thankfully to celebrate the release of
Never underestimate the power of small things. Even something as simple as a cup of coffee could change a life. Christin and Johnny Eastman are the founders of Sweet Aroma Coffee, a coffee subscription service with a passionate mission at its core. Taking a beverage
Amidst the noise of our daily lives, the simple and classic can refresh us like not much else. Cassie Winslow of Deco Tartelette shows us a few ways to work chic minimalism into our personal style. White Blazer: Revolve Clothing Lace Sweetheart Top: Vintage Cropped Ankle-Zip Pants: Splendid Scarf: Vintage Red Suede Pumps: JCrew Sunglasses: Karen Walker - Midi
This cake is one of the most beautiful cakes we serve at Huckleberry, but it is not a cake that flies off the shelves. Honestly, it’s just not for everyone, but if you love the earthy taste of buckwheat, as I do, this buttery cake
A Note From The Editor: We are very aware that the words we publish in this space and in our print issues have power. Even more so, we’re in awe of how your words, our dear Darling readers, keep us encouraged and motivated in the mission
NARKISSOS (or Narcissus) was a young man, a son of the river-god Kephisos and the fountain-nymph Liriope. He was celebrated for his beauty and attracted many admirers but, in his arrogance, spurned them all. One rejected admirer became distraught, and called on the goddess Nemesis
Dressing a growing bump is no easy task. Every week, the pregnant body changes its shape, making it difficult to curate a wardrobe that works without breaking the bank. Now that I’ve made it to full term with my first pregnancy, I can confidently say
When gathered in a group, my friends and I sometimes play a game as we wait for a meal or linger over drinks. There are different variations, but the basic premise is this: What countries would you visit for one week, six months, and three
Our friends at Chalkboard Mag lend some helpful advice on how to create more balance in what we eat. We love their advice, specifically on how to choose what fats to include in our diets and which ones to kick. In a perfect world, every summer
How do we prioritize what really matters and ensure that our top responsibilities receive A+ effort? See below for three more ways to help keep our minds focused, allowing us to work smarter, not harder. 16. Warm Up The Muscle According to most of my attention rules,
Fall is just around the corner. It’s time to put away your summer dresses and trade them for a cozy warm sweater to bundle up in. The next time you’re having people over to dine on a cool fall evening, try stirring up a pot
There are many contributors to why anxiety occurs and why this protective emotion can turn into a debilitating mental health issue. For those who struggle with clinical anxiety, there often seems to be two modes of operation: trying to figure out how to avoid the
Though many of us are no longer heading back to the classroom this fall (and instead continuing the daily grind at work), there’s something about the beginning of a new school year that universally signifies a fresh start. We love making New Year’s resolutions in January,
This story is brought to you by vapor-distilled Smartwater, who found unique inspiration for their water by looking up to the sky. We hope the change in perspective this piece offers will help inspire you. Raw denim. Have you heard of it? Before you start thinking it’s
Honestly, these Darling Dinners continue to amaze us with the level of genuine honesty and intentionality that they reach. Each one always seems to have been hand-picked for the conversation at hand. While many might feel hesitant to walk into a room of complete strangers,
In today’s reality of an overwhelming stream of social media and a flood of blog posts, it’s no mystery that fashion trends are now established by popularity through our devices. No longer does the travel sequence of a new fad go from runway to magazine editor
Today is world suicide prevention day. When it comes to dark days and nights I get it. I am a survivor. Nine years ago severe clinical depression was violently destroying my picture-perfect world. Deep-seated insecurity, stress, perfectionism, and grave hormonal and physiological imbalances collided, shattering my world into
Making sourdough is a wonderful tradition. The sourdough starter I use has been in my family for over 40 years. My mother purchased a sourdough starter kit at the Berkeley Co-op in the early 1970s and recently passed a portion of it on to me.
A few weeks ago Darling EIC Sarah Dubbeldam was asked to speak to the attendees of Yellow Conference, a two-day workshop held in Los Angeles for women dreamers everywhere. It was a time to "spread goodness and bloom", tapping into one's unique potential with purposeful
We spend over half of our waking hours each week working. While the dream is to be on fire and fully inspired every minute, the reality is that for many of us those 40+ hours are an unfortunately draining experience. Not feeling inspired or engaged
New York Fashion Week is officially upon us! Thus begins the whirlwind of endless fashion shows, cocktail parties, running around the city in too high of heels, and lots of inspiration. From the outside it can look completely glamorous, and don’t get me wrong, it is
A few weeks ago I was listening to a man speak about finding stillness. It was one of those moments where I felt like the heavens parted and a beacon of light rested over me. I needed to hear whatever this man had to say.
I recently spent a week in the backcountry of the Eastern Sierras and it was in those few days that my type A personality got the best of me. The night before my friends and I left for the trailhead (South Lake, Bishop Pass Trail),
A Note From The Editor: This is part of our A Lovely Arrangement series, which features inspiration and advice on creating beautiful floral arrangements using inexpensive supermarket flowers. Catch up on previous posts here. What I love most about fall weekends are the local farmers markets. Not only
It was dark, but the air was clean and the evening was fresh. As we sat on a rickety wooden bench beside the moonlit lake, I began speaking candidly with my boyfriend about an old friendship. It was one that had been so enriching and
For those days when we could all use a little extra dream in our wardrobe, these images were inspired by the work of Rodney Smith, whose work is beautiful and whimsical, elegant and classic. We love the playfulness of the light and the subtle undertones of