36 Ways to Increase Your NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis)
Ever wonder how you burn calories just by moving through your day? That’s NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis)—the energy you use for things like
Questions I Find Myself Asking Since Having a Baby
Ruth Chan is an illustrator who lives in Brooklyn with her husband, daughter and dog. She writes and illustrates children’s books. For Cup of Jo,
Have a Relaxing Weekend. | Cup of Jo
What are you up to this weekend? Today, we’re honoring the nationwide economic blackout — we hope you are joining, as well! And tomorrow Freddie
How Do You Make Your Partner Feel Good?
A couple of weeks ago, I saw the cutest act of romance… Isn’t that the sweetest gesture? I love the idea that the writer’s fiancé
What’s Your Coffee Order? (Plus, a Funny Paris Story)
Whenever I head to a café, while walking arm-in-arm with a friend or dragging my grumbling preteens, I always look forward to my order: a
Are You Watching ‘The White Lotus’?
Are you gripped by the third season of The White Lotus? I really am; it’s going to be great. Here are five thoughts I had
A Family Trip to the Florida Keys
Last week, my 11-year-old Anton, his friend Nick, and I were very excited to take a little jaunt to the Florida Keys… A while back,
12 Questions for a Grief Therapist
In Cup of Jo’s newly relaunched career column, we ask people to share the big and small lessons they’ve learned on the job. Grief therapist
Astronaut Mom Calls Home From Space for the First Time
Hannah, I feel you. Most of the time I can laugh at this and shrug it off as a full-time working mom of two boys
Have a Lovely Weekend. | Cup of Jo
What are you up to this weekend? Anton, his friend, and I are on a little trip, and I’m excited to share photos on Monday.