In this reflective essay, writer Krati Mehra explores how choosing solitude and silence can calm emotional chaos, enhance well-being, and nurture inner resilience. Drawing from personal experience, scientific research, and historical wisdom, she shares why time alone is not a weakness—but a powerful path to healing.

Novelty might be your brain’s favorite life hack

Exploring why young adults feel lonely online — and how they’re rebuilding real-world community.

The internet is craving something real (hint: it’s you!)

Abraham Alexander opens up about music, identity, and turning vulnerability into connection in this soulful conversation with Medicinal Media and Hi, How Are You Project at ACL Fest.

Watch Ntokozo’s story—how movement helped her slow down, connect, and find her power.

Corook reflects on music, mental health, and the power of feeling it all in this candid ACL Fest interview.

What trees can teach us about finding peace

Fyütch promotes mental health awareness and self-care through music and youth mentorship

Making friends with the wild bird at our window

Self-care can transform self-esteem

How birds can improve mental health through their songs and presence

Create achievable resolutions this year

Can TikTok therapy evolve into a tool for digital health intervention?

Reading for pleasure can be good for you

Knitting can calm the mind, aid healing, and foster connection

Facing food anxiety during the holidays

Exploring personal growth with the Finch app

Learning how to let go when looking back

Exploring how this digital era can help us meaningfully connect