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Feel-good ideas for everyday life

Nonfiction reads and documentaries that explore everyday care, connection, and finding more room for enjoyment.

Wellness Pix
October 30, 2026

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Taking care of yourself can look different from one day to the next. Sometimes it means making home life easier; other times, it’s good company, a little movement, or simply doing an activity you enjoy. Today’s helpful picks explore a few different ways to feel well without adding another checklist to your week.

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A Little Less to Carry

Full calendars and everyday decisions can leave us feeling stretched thin. These books offer practical ways to ease the mental load and make room for what really matters.

The Lazy Genius Way

by Kendra Adachi

Kendra Adachi offers a flexible approach to everyday responsibilities, using thirteen guiding principles to teach us how to easily tackle everything from morning routines to the pile of mail on the counter. Warm, funny, and practical, this is a welcome companion for anyone tired of trying to do everything perfectly.

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Best Laid Plans

by Sarah Hart-Unger

A calendar can hold more than appointments and obligations. Physician and planning podcaster Sarah Hart-Unger shares a system for connecting bigger goals with monthly, weekly, and daily plans, while leaving space for rest, relationships, and fun. This encouraging guide makes a thoughtful—and encouraging—case for planning around the life you actually want.

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Cozy, Scare-Free Picks for Halloween

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Practical Magic 2

Now available to rent

The Owens sisters are back for more witchy magic, family bonds, and a little romance in this long-awaited sequel to the beloved classic. Make it a double feature: Practical Magic is streaming on HBO Max.

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You’ve Got Mail

Streaming on Paramount+

Cozy bookstores, crisp New York autumn days, and Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks at their most charming. A must-watch fall rom-com with no scares in sight (unless you count the morally gray catfishing).

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A cozy protein-packed snack

Icelandic Provisions limited-edition batch of Pumpkin Spice Skyr is a deliciously festive snack packed with 15g of protein. With pumpkin, brown sugar, and cinnamon, you can savor the best flavors of cozy season, reimagined the Icelandic way.

8 Books for Noticing Life’s Small Pleasures

These eight nonfiction books explore the beauty, curiosity, and pleasures we can find when we take a closer look at the small things.

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Connection Comes in Many Forms

Connection can come from caring for an unexpected companion, spending time in nature, or sharing something you love.

Billy & Molly: An Otter Love Story

Streaming on Hulu and Disney+

When a struggling wild otter arrives at his jetty in Scotland’s Shetland Islands, Billy Mail begins caring for this unexpected visitor. Alongside his wife Susan and their sheepdog Jade, Billy develops a remarkable bond with the otter—who he names Molly—that brings fresh purpose to everyday life. This beautifully filmed documentary captures the warmth and connection that unlikely friendship can bring.

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Human Playground

Streaming on Netflix

Narrated by Idris Elba, this visually striking series explores how people around the world play, compete, and keep traditions alive. While some pursuits are extraordinary and others deeply rooted in community, together, they offer an absorbing look at the many reasons people move.

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Pendry Park City

The Vibe: Modern alpine escape

The Location: Park City, UT

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Your mountain day starts just outside Pendry Park City, a ski-in/ski-out retreat in Canyons Village with the Sunrise Gondola steps from the lobby. Gear up at Compass Sports for skiing, hiking, or mountain biking, then trade trail time for a treatment at Spa Pendry. The 175 accommodations range from guestrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows to four-bedroom residences with full kitchens. Head to KITA for sushi and Japanese steakhouse favorites, catch live music beside the fireplace at Après Pendry, or take your cocktails upstairs to The Pool House, where a rooftop pool and mountain views invite you to unwind.

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The Greatest Night in Pop

Streaming on Netflix

If your evening calls for familiar music and a fascinating story, this is it. Go inside the 1985 recording of “We Are the World,” bringing together studio footage and recollections from artists including Lionel Richie, Cyndi Lauper, and Bruce Springsteen. Big personalities, late-night nerves, and remarkable voices make for an entertaining look at one extraordinary collaboration.

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InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta

The Vibe: Southern ease

The Location: Atlanta, GA

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Emerald velvet headboards, floral rugs, and artwork by Atlanta’s Niki Zarrabi give InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta a distinctly local sense of style. Its 422 rooms and suites pair skyline views with marble bathrooms and plush robes, making a slow morning tempting. Head out for Buckhead’s luxury shopping, lounge beside the heated saltwater Peachtree Pool, or choose your own aroma journey at Spa InterContinental. And dinner deserves a spot on the itinerary, too: Scott Conant’s The Americano serves handmade pastas and premium steaks with Southern influences. For an elevated stay, book Club InterContinental access for breakfast and evening cocktails on the 21st floor.

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