#BreakThings: Chop, Chop

12.18.20

A woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life. — Coco Chanel

Ever look in the mirror and think, “It’s time for a change?” That’s been happening a lot lately. So yesterday, I decided to cut off 9” of hair and start anew with a chin-length bob.

My hair hasn’t been this short in over a decade, and it’s taking some getting used to. Yesterday, I passed a mirror and didn’t even recognize myself. But it feels kind of fresh and easy, so that’s nice. (Especially in a year when nothing feels fresh or easy.)

The great thing about hair is that it grows. You can cut it, color it, change it up and do it all again. So here’s to the power of a fresh chop, however long it lasts.

I love to bake. But sometimes, even recipes that I’ve made before don’t turn out. Real Simple explains why the culprit may be the size of the eggs.

How cute is this modern planter? I didn’t know H&M had home goods until recently, but I’ve already bought several of their affordable wares. Here are eight of my favorite picks.

What if you hate your new job? Do you quit? Do you tough it out? I had this problem several years ago, and I wish that I had seen this Ask a Manager post then.

After the WSJ posted that ridiculous op-ed saying people with PhD’s shouldn’t call themselves ‘doctor,’ the backlash was swift. Many women with PhDs decided it was time to take back their accomplishments.

If your cell phone always seems to be on low battery, this slim charging case will change your life. Or the life of some lucky person on your gift list.

The science behind sleep is fascinating. And once you read about how missed sleep terrorizes the body and mind, you’ll never stay up late for no reason again.