Carolyn Steber

1 week ago | bustle.com | Carolyn Steber

Sometimes you bed rot because you have to, like when you’re sick or in a bad mood, but other times it’s more of an intentional choice. According to TikTok, this is when you can elevate your bed rot game and turn it into a luxurious, ultra-relaxing experience simply by adding a few extras. For those not in the know, a bed rot sesh typically involves wearing three-day-old pajamas while you lie in bed and, well, rot.

1 week ago | bustle.com | Carolyn Steber

There’s a lot of advice for fixing your posture and tech neck, from special exercises to stretches that target your shoulders and upper back, and even posture-correcting bras. But what if, all along, the only thing you had to do was lie on your stomach like a baby? “Tummy time” for babies helps them build muscle strength and coordination. For adults, it could be a way to fix that pesky bend in your neck caused by staring down at your devices.

1 week ago | bustle.com | Carolyn Steber

Every day, Bustle’s tarot writer Carolyn Steber turns to her deck to answer readers’ questions. Q: I’m stressed 24/7. Should I quit my job? A: Every job has its difficult moments, and sometimes they can even be kind of fun. Nothing beats the flow of a hectic morning shift at a coffee shop or the satisfaction of a beautifully organized spreadsheet. A little bit of good tension — otherwise known as eustress — can even inspire you to take on a challenge or try something new.

1 week ago | bustle.com | Carolyn Steber

Every day, Bustle’s tarot writer Carolyn Steber turns to her deck to answer readers’ questions. Q: I keep dreaming about my ex. Does it mean anything? A: After a relationship ends, you might fall asleep thinking you’re about to get a nice, nine-hour break from obsessing over your ex. But nope! There they are, popping up in your dreams. (Thanks a lot, brain.)A dream about an ex can take many forms.

1 week ago | bustle.com | Carolyn Steber

Even during your downtime, you’re likely doing something. Tackling a TBR list, finishing a knitting project, catching up on a show — you get the idea. It feels good to have a hobby, especially since it’s tough to shake the unspoken rules of productivity culture that might make you feel lazy if you sit around and relax. This is one reason why quiet walks, daydreaming, and slow mornings feel so wrong. It’s also why you might need Niksen more than you realize.