Ahead of World Mental Health Awareness Day (Oct 10th) one of the UK’s leading psychologists is offering tips for students who have been told to isolate in their accommodation.
Dr Craig Knight, a Chartered and Registered Psychologist and Research Fellow at the University of Exeter, used to see clients at home in the borders of Scotland as well as online. Since the Covid-19 outbreak he has been offering video-link consultations via the Feelya online platform. Dr Knight said loneliness, stress and fear are major concerns nationwide: “At no time in living memory has the country’s general mental well-being been under such threat. People are really worried and it’s having considerable repercussions for their lives. Student self-isolation is causing great anxiety, both for the students themselves and their parents.
The Rule of Seven: Tips for Students Under the New Lockdown
Forget the term Social Distancing. Instead, remember physical distancing. Physical distancing will keep you, your bubble and others safe. But it is Social Interaction that will keep you sane. Socially interact as much as you can; Zoom, Facebook, WhatsApp whatever. On which note…
Make the most of the people in your social bubble. Share space with them often; cook, drink, converse. Humans need physical society, direct contact. However, if there are a few of you sharing the same tight space…
…make time to be on your own too. Privacy is an essential part of the human condition. Find a space that you know is yours. In extremis, if you are being frazzled by an overload of the same people, even a lavatory can offer a temporary bolthole and a chance to reset your perspective.
Don’t be brow beaten into thinking you should master the viola, write your magnus opus or develop a six-pack that you can use to grate cheese. It is still your life and now is not the time to beat yourself up over a lack of virtue signalling. Instead…
…develop a routine. Decide when you will do a little work, when you will exercise, or read a book, and when you can do just what you fancy. This is your chance to tailor the day to yourself. If it suits you to stay up until the small hours and not see breakfast until noon, then do it. If you like being in bed before the average six-year-old and up before the worm-obsessed lark, this is equally fine.
Remember that you are still in charge of your own life. We always have to manage within socially agreed boundaries. These boundaries are currently just tighter than usual; but within them we can still decide how we want to operate. In short, squeeze as much joy out of whatever life you can find. Use the tools at your disposal to stay involved with others. Shift your emphasis to your online life. Stay in control of your situation and all will be fine. There are always some elements where you do have control.
If you are feeling low, or suffering from stress or anxiety, one of the best things to do is talk to someone you trust, ideally your family and friends. If you do not have anyone like that you might benefit from speaking to a professional therapist. Try the university counselling service, or look at platforms like Feelya (www.feelya.com), which provide access to qualified psychotherapists and psychologists on a private secure platform, to suit all needs and budgets, at a time that suits you.
During his seven-year tenure as creative director for Moschino, Jeremy Scott has delighted fashion lovers with his eccentric twists on pop culture references. For a new collab with Hudson’s Bay in honour of the Canadian retailer’s 350th anniversary, Scott gave a selection of Moschino Couture pieces the Point Blanket look, adding the multi-hued striped motif to unisex wardrobe essentials like a moto jacket, waist bag, hoodie and fleece pants.
“I was instantly inspired by the idea of rendering the Moschino biker bag in the iconic wool stripes of the Point Blanket,” says Scott of the ideation phase for the limited edition collection. “I wanted to play with two of Moschino’s most recognizable icons, the biker bag and the logo belt; I also wanted to do a sweat suit and emulate the blanket, but in a brushed fleece for a really cozy set which you will see me wearing all winter long.”
Read on to find out more about the collaboration, how he’s kept his energy flowing during the COVID-19 crisis, and what advice he has for creatives during this uncertain time.
Photography courtesy of Hudson’s Bay.
Why do you enjoy working with iconic motifs like the Point Blanket stripes? How do they inspire you?
Icons visually communicate instantly– you immediately know their story. My work has always been about communicating through fashion, so icons are especially key tools for me to tell my stories.
How has your creative process changed, if at all, during the pandemic?
I think, if anything, it has only strengthened my creative process. I’ve always been able to work well with limits and push boundaries with my creativity even when I have been faced with obstacles.
What are some things you’ve been doing during the pandemic to keep your energy going, and to care for your mental health?
I’ve started to take up flower arrangement to bring beauty and colour into my home, as I had never spent so much time at home before. It really gave me a new relationship with my own house! I started painting on large leaves in my yard and incorporating them into the arrangements which was something that was very therapeutic for me.
Photography courtesy of Hudson’s Bay.
What do you hope will change in the fashion industry’s near future given all the conversations about issues like inclusivity, sustainability and more that we’re seeing this year?
I’ve always been a proponent for more voices being included in the conversation–don’t forget, I am the people’s designer after all.
What’s on your studio playlist these days?
Dua Lipa’s remixes!
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to a creative right now?
Follow your heart–it will always lead you to where you are meant to go!
This delicious Zupas Wisconsin Cauliflower soup is warm, creamy, cheesy and oh so luscious! Save yourself the hassle of going out and make this hearty soup at home.
Me and the hubby usually go on our dates in the afternoons. The boys are both in school and we just have the baby at home with us. And by dates I mean going to Costco and Cafe Zupas. But we love spending time together and our favorite place to grab some lunch is at Zupas. If you live anywhere near a Zupas then I am sure you have been to one and know of its amazingness! From their amazing paninis, to the salads, to the soup, you can’t go wrong. It is incredible!
Last year my hubby ordered this Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup. He gave me one bite and I was hooked! This probably isn’t a soup that I would have ordered. Now I order it every single time. My hubby has been wanting to make it at home for some time now. He was so excited that I finally made it. Tasted just like Zupas. It was amazing. I love when you can hide a veggie in a soup and the kids still love it! Creamy and delicious and topped with my favorite toppings.
Wisconsin Cauliflower Ingredients
Simple ingredients that when mixed together create a delectable dish. A delicious and creamy cauliflower soup that tastes identical to Zupas!
Butter: Adds richness and flavor
Onion: Chop the onions well so they sauté faster.
Flour: This will help to thicken the soup.
Half and Half: Half and half gives you all the creaminess with half the fat
Water: Helps to thin the soup to the proper consistency, can use less or more depending on your preference.
Chicken Broth: You can substitute vegetable or beef broth here, although I’m a fan of the chicken for this soup.
Cauliflower: Depending on the size of your heads, you may need more than one head to get your 2 pounds
Sharp Cheddar Cheese: Shred your own cheese to avoid the coating on pre shredded cheeses that can prevent melting.
Pepper Jack Cheese: I love the little kick the pepper jack adds
Salt: The cheese may make it plenty salty already, so taste it before adding.
Dijon Mustard: Don’t leave this out, you’ll love the little zing it adds to the flavor
Making Zupas Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup
This comes together pretty easily! Pair it with a crusty loaf and a garden green salad, and you’re set.
Melt: In a large pot melt the butter and cook the chopped onion until translucent and golden brown. Wisk in the flour. Gradually pour in the half and half, water and broth stirring constantly to remove any flour lumps.
Cook: Add the chopped cauliflower and bring to a boil. Reduce to medium low and cook till cauliflower is tender about 15 min.
Blend: In a blender or using an immersion blender, blend the soup till smooth. Return to the pot
Cheese: Turn the soup up to medium. Add in the Dijon mustard and cheese stirring till melted. Serve with optional toppings.
Tips for Great Wisconsin Soup
You can eat in the comfort in your own home, surrounded by friends and family, curled up in a blanket, or in your favorite pair of lounge pants!
Cauliflower: If you can’t find fresh cauliflower you can use frozen. Steam the cauliflower in the microwave according to the package directions and add to the broth. You won’t need to simmer it, just stir it in and then blend it.
Texture: Depending on how you like your soup you can leave it a little bit chunky or blend it till super smooth. You can even add in diced potatoes that have been cooked for a little bit more heartiness.
Cheese: You experiment with the cheeses, although it’ll give you a bit of a different flavor. Try parmesan or asiago instead of the pepper jack. Sharp white cheddar is also a great cheese to use.
Toppings: Top your soup with even more cheese, bacon crumbles, croutons, and green onions.
Storing Cauliflower Soup
You can eat in the comfort in your own home, surrounded by friends and family, curled up in a blanket, or in your favorite pair of lounge pants!
Freezer-Because of the heavy dairy in the soup, it won’t freeze well. It’ll separate when you thaw it and won’t be as creamy or nice.
Fridge-This will however keep extremely well in the fridge for up to 5 days. Warm up on the stove top over medium low heat stirring often to avoid curdling.
More Scrumptious Cauliflower Recipes
Cauliflower is such a tasty way to eat your vegetables!
This delicious Zupas Wisconsin Cauliflower soup is warm, creamy, cheesy and oh so luscious! Save yourself the hassle of going out and make this hearty soup at home.
In a large pot, melt 3 Tablespoons butter and cook the chopped onion until translucent and golden brown. Whisk in the flour. Gradually stir in half and half, water and chicken broth.
Add the chopped cauliflower and heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium low and allow the cauliflower to cook until tender about 15 minutes.
In a blender or immersion blender with the center of the top removed to allow steam to escape, blend the soup in batches until smooth. Return to the pot.
Heat soup to medium heat and add in dijon mustard and cheese and stir until melted. Serve with optional toppings.
Notes
Updated on October 6, 2020Originally Posted on October 24, 2014
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As the weather starts to heat up (givvus them 30 degree days, baby!), we need to swap out our activewear wardrobes - leggings for shorts, long tops for cute crops etc. Which means only one thing . . . shopping for fresh 'fits.
This month we're all about shorts (bike and running), croptops, singlets and the odd pair of tights for yoga (shorts that ride up during your Ardha Uttanasana are no good). And, if you're like me, once your new activewear 'fits arrive you'll have an extra excuse to exercise, too. Winning!
Below are 10 of the pieces we recommend adding to your wardrobes this month. Happy shopping!
Knowing your fitness level will give you an idea of where to start and how you can bring your fitness goals to the next level. In everything that you do, knowing where you are at the moment can lead you to where you want to be in the near future.
By having a clear idea of your fitness level, you can make a plan on how to level up or maintain the kind of fitness that you have already achieved.
Determining Your Fitness Level
Just because you exercise regularly does not mean that you are 100% fit. You might be able to run several miles a day but it does not tell you how physically fit you are. There is no fitness level measurement that fits everyone. Each person needs several tests before he can be pronounced in top form.
All in all, the components of physical fitness include cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, muscular strength, body composition, and flexibility. Paying attention to all these elements can contribute to the attainment of your aspired physical fitness level and overall health.
How to Plan for Improvement of Your Fitness Level
When planning to take steps in improving your fitness level, make sure to check with your doctor first especially if you are suffering from some health problems. Once you get his nod, you can start your plan of action.
As a starter, observe the minimum amount of exercise, which could be 2 to 2.5 hours a week. Do not do this in just one day. You can exercise for a shorter time for several days a week.
You can perform aerobic exercises on some days and lifting exercises that target several muscles in your body. However, avoid becoming idle. Short walks and other light activities can help you come closer to your targeted fitness level.
One of the least demanding yet effective exercises is walking. You can walk slowly or you can walk briskly as long as you keep on moving.
Since variety is the spice of life, add other routines to your daily activities to be able to enhance your fitness level. Always remember to do warm-ups before proceeding to the more demanding activities and to cool down after the routine.
For example, you can take a slow walk as warm up. After a few minutes, do the brisk walking for several minutes. Then, cool down by walking slowly for a few minutes.
Avoid Comparing Yourself to Others
Some people keep on thinking why they do not progress as fast as others and they try to do what others do.
This cannot help you achieve your fitness goals because each person has unique needs when it comes to the exercises they must do to become as fit as they wish. Several people doing the same workout routines every day cannot have the same fitness level.
Do Not Push Yourself Beyond Your Limits
You might be in a hurry to achieve your fitness goals so you tend to go overboard with your exercise routines. A fit body cannot be had in just a few days of working for it. It could take several weeks to several months to feel and see the fruit of your patience and persistence.
There are ways to know that you are overexerting yourself. One is by checking your heart rate when you are at rest. The ideal time to check your resting heart rate is in the morning. If the heart rate is high, this is a sign that your body is not fit at all. Slow down gradually until your resting heart rate is back to normal.
Another sign that you are overworking your body is having sore muscles. The soreness is caused by ripped or torn muscle tissues, which happen when your muscles are over stretched during a workout routine.
Many physically active people in their middle age suffer from muscle or joint injuries because they think that they can still do what they used to do during their younger years. But, instead of attaining optimal fitness, they end up suffering from muscle injuries.
Working gradually towards your fitness goals is better than doing everything all at once. Once you achieve optimal aerobics endurance, muscle strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition, you can then say that you have reached your maximum fitness level.
Perfectly tender and packed with flavor Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potatoes. All of the flavors combined with cheese and bacon to create these perfectly tender and delicious potatoes.
This was my first time cooking potatoes in a slow cooker. They reminded me of tin foil dinner potatoes. Perfectly tender and packed with flavor. I can’t even describe how amazing these turned out! A delicious side for any meal! Easy clean up and tender delicious potatoes that are packed with flavor.
All of the flavors combined with cheese and bacon to create these delicious potatoes. While cooking in the slow cooker, they create the best aroma in your house all day. And when it is time for dinner, you just scoop them up and they really make the perfect side!
Cheesy Potato Ingredients
These cheesy bacon ranch potatoes are always a hit. Slow cooked all day to be the most delicious and flavorful potatoes that you will want to have as side to every meal!
Potatoes: Red or yellow small potatoes work the best.
Onion: Thinly sliced to cook quickly.
Bacon: The more the better but I do recommend around 1 pound of bacon.
Cheddar Cheese: Shredded and ready to add over top of the raw potatoes.
Dry Ranch Seasoning Packet: A simple packet is perfect for sprinkling over top.
Butter: Melt the butter to get a crispy outside with a buttery flavor.
Green Onions: Garnish over top when ready to serve.
Sauté Bacon: Cook the bacon until it is just done but not too crisp. I lined a cookie sheet with foil and baked it at 350 degrees for 16 minutes while I was prepping everything.
Prepare Slow Cooker: Line your slow cooker with aluminum foil. Leave enough to over hang so that you can wrap the potatoes on the top once in the slow cooker.
Layer Potatoes: Spray the inside of the foil with cooking spray and layer half of the potatoes along the bottom. Next layer with half of the bacon, green onions, onion, ranch packet and top with cheese. Repeat the layers and top with cheese reserving 1/2 cup.
Cook on Low: Cover the potatoes with remaining foil. This helps them to steam and cook perfectly. Cook on low for 4-6 hours in your slow cooker. Once finished, top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and let melt on the top.
Tips to Making the Best Slow Cooker Ranch Potatoes
These potatoes are spot on and so simple to make! It is a quick and easy side dish that takes little effort for big flavor.
Bacon: Cook the bacon in a skillet on medium-high heat before adding them into the slow cooker. This will give them a crispy and tender flavor. Add in butter or oil for more flavoring.
Foil: It is best to use foil in and around the slow cooker. This will help for easy clean up but also for cooking the potatoes evenly.
Spray: Make sure to spray the foil before layering the bacon ranch potatoes and cheese. This will prevent the cheese from sticking to the edges.
Cutting: When cutting and slicing the potatoes, onions and bacon, cut them evenly and the same size to ensure they all cook at the same level.
4Medium sizedpotatoes or 6-8 small red or yellow potatoes
1largeonionthinly sliced
1/2poundbacon1 pound makes it that much better
2 1/2cupsshredded cheddar cheese
1packagedry ranch seasoning packet
2Tablespoonbuttermelted
1/2cupsliced green onions
Instructions
Cook the bacon until it is just done but not too crisp. I lined a cookie sheet with foil and baked it at 350 degrees for 16 minutes while I was prepping everything.
Line your slow cooker with aluminum foil. Leave enough to over hang so that you can wrap the potatoes on the top once in the slow cooker.
Spray the inside of the foil with cooking spray and layer half of the potatoes along the bottom. Next layer with half of the bacon, green onions, onion, ranch packet and top with cheese. Repeat the layers and top with cheese reserving 1/2 cup. Pour melted butter over top.
Cover the potatoes with remaining foil. This helps them to steam and cook perfectly. Cook on low for 4-6 hours in your slow cooker. Once finished, top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and let melt on the top.
Garnish with fresh green onions if desired.
Notes
Updated on October 5, 2020Originally Posted on September 3, 2013
Back in those carefree (even though I didn’t know it at the time) days of January and February, I cared about the clothing that was on my body when I left the house.
While I wouldn’t say that I could grace the pages of Marie Claire, I will admit that I tried to look like a competent adult who knows how to iron. I wore dresses to work and county government meetings. Even on days off, I maintained a wardrobe of tailored button-downs with non-stretchy pants for errands, simply because I’d never know if I’d run into someone who’d care what I looked like.
After a brief few weeks when I’d “dress” both my top and bottom for work-from-home days, I realized my brain was being ridiculous. My kids, husband, and dogs — the only beings I might physically interact with on any given day — could not care less what I look like.
More importantly, my grown-up clothes were uncomfortable. There was no point in adding more discomfort to a deeply uncomfortable time.
Somewhere around late April, when Upstate New York moved into its brief spring, I reached into my drawer of barely worn race t-shirts. Pre-pandemic, my opportunities to spend all day in a soft tee were few. But now, their time had come.
I love my new race shirt (and shorts because I’m not always naked) lifestyle. Not only are these nearly pristine tops finally fulfilling their destiny, they remind me of the time when I used to leave the house to do a hard thing with people I’m not related to. These shirts are souvenirs from Hilton Head and Eau Claire and Pittsburgh and Tucson — cities I hope to visit again someday. Plus, they are soft and light and perfect.
Yes, I do toss on a sweater or a business casual blouse if a zoom requires a nod toward being a professional. But the moment I click “end,” I’m back into my race shirt and ready to get to work.
When the pandemic took away my ability to control almost everything in my life, I also stopped worrying about trying to control my body. For perhaps the first time in my adult life, I am learning to be proud of the things it can do, even despite its imperfections.
Like so many mother runners, in March I found myself working from home while simultaneously caring for my two young children. My days were filled with Zoom meetings while Daniel Tiger streamed in the background. Inside the pressure cooker of COVID-19, this erstwhile runner found a new sense of relief whenever I put in my headphones, laced up my shoes, and ran away from it all.
I ran slowly: sometimes 14-minute miles, sometimes 17- or 18-minute miles. But I ran. Day after day. Week after week. Those miles of solitude became my lifeline. And for once, weight loss was not even a part of the equation.
I can vividly remember the last time I stepped on a scale and felt happy with the number. I was a sophomore in high school. I am now 31 years old. When I started running after my daughter was born, and again when my son was born 3 years later, it was to try to lose the baby weight.
To be completely candid, I am someone who needs to lose weight. I am obese. I have health issues related to my weight. Weight loss is not necessarily something that I have been chasing for purely vain reasons all of these years.
While almost everyone struggles with self-image issues, it seems easier to be body positive when you are not obese. As a runner, it seems easier to own your pace when “slow” means a 10- or even 12-minute mile. In the years that I spent pursuing exercise for weight loss, I always envied people who enjoyed the process without worrying about the end results.
I have finally gotten a glimpse at what it means to pursue fitness for the joy of movement. It feels revolutionary.
I don’t know how this change happened. Maybe after fighting and hating for so long, I just became exhausted. Maybe with all of the other problems to deal with on a daily basis, my struggle with my body was the one thing I had to let go.
Somehow, I find myself now in a place that is foreign but also comforting. I look in the mirror and don’t immediately criticize. I look at my watch after a run and don’t immediately wish I were faster. Instead, I feel pride. I feel strong. I feel worthy. And just maybe this will be the 'new normal' that I’ve been waiting for.
October is Women’s History Month here in Canada, and to help you celebrate we rounded up the most empowering female-led TV shows you can stream on platforms like Netflix, Crave and Apple TV+ this month, and beyond.
Crave
I May Destroy You
This deeply probing and unsettling British series fictionalizes the story of writer/star Michaela Coel’s own sexual assault, and chronicles the lead character’s struggle not just to piece together memories of the assault, but her journey towards overcoming the trauma.
Vida
Set in the Eastside neighbourhood of LA, this show follows two Mexican-American sisters who inherit a failing bar from their late mother. In dealing with gender identity, sexuality, gentrification and grief, Vida adds multiple layers to this complex sibling drama.
P-Valley
Based on a critically acclaimed play, P-Valley follows the lives of the employees at The Pynk, a strip club in the Mississippi Delta. Created and directed entirely by women, the show puts the stories of women of colour front and centre.
Betty
This new HBO series is a spin-off of Skate Kitchen, a 2018 film about a group of female skateboarders in New York City. The story is inspired by a real-life group of teenage skaters, some of whom starred in both the film and the series.
Killing Eve
A spy thriller, drama and dark comedy all rolled into one, Killing Eve explores the cat and mouse game between an MI5 agent (played by Sandra Oh) and a psychopathic assassin (played by Jodie Comer). The series recently wrapped its third season, which received multiple nominations at the Emmys last month.
Insecure
Created by Issa Rae, this comedy series follows two young Black women (played by Rae and Yvonne Orji) who became best friends at Stanford and now help each other navigate careers, relationships and more in Los Angeles.
Shrill Saturday Night Live’s Aidy Bryant plays the lead in this series about a plus-size woman working at a magazine in Portland, Oregon and her journey of personal and professional empowerment.
High Fidelity
Based on a 1995 novel by Nick Hornby (which was adapted into a 2000 film starring John Cusack), this Hulu reboot stars Zoe Kravitz as the heartbroken, music-obsessed Rob. Set in present-day Brooklyn, the series follows Kravitz as she revisits—and tries to learn from—her top five heartbreaks.
The Handmaid’s Tale
This adaptation of Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel stars Elisabeth Moss and tells the tale of a totalitarian state known as Gilead, where women are essentially child-bearing slaves owned by men.
Netflix Canada
Anne with an E
An adaptation of the iconic coming-of-age book Anne of Green Gables, this Canadian series sees the plucky young orphan move in with an elderly brother-sister duo who run a farm on the outskirts of Avonlea in picturesque Prince Edward Island.
Self Made: Madam CJ Walker
Inspired by the true story of Black hair care pioneer Madam CJ Walker, this show details how the businesswoman (played by Octavia Spencer) went on to become America’s first Black self-made female millionaire.
Unbelievable
Based on true events, this harrowing drama follows two female detectives as they investigate a series of rapes across multiple American cities. Toni Collette and Merrit Wever play the two detectives, while Kaitlyn Dever plays a young woman who is accused of lying about her rape by the investigating cops in her city.
Halt and Catch Fire
Celebrating women’s contributions to tech, this period drama chronicles the early computer revolution of the 1980s and the subsequent rise of Silicon Valley. Along with Canadian actress Mackenzie Davis, the series stars Lee Pace, Scoot McNairy and Kerry Bishé.
Workin’ Moms
This Canadian sitcom focuses on a group of friends—PR executive Kate, psychiatrist Anne, IT tech Jenny and real estate agent Frankie—dealing with the challenges of being working mothers. Follow along as they juggle deadlines, bosses, doctor’s appointments, school meetings and more.
Jane the Virgin
An homage to Latin American telenovelas, this show stars Gina Rodriguez as a virgin who gets accidentally artificially inseminated. Set in Miami, the show weaves in elements of comedy, drama, romance, magical realism and soap opera-style surprises, making it the perfect binge-watch.
Gilmore Girls
If you love zany pop culture references, junk food and snappy dialogue, this show about mother-daughter best friends Lorelei and Rory is probably already on your comfort watch list.
Grace and Frankie
Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin play two women who form an unlikely bond after their husbands of many decades reveal they are gay and leave them for each other.
Dead to Me
Exploring the messy nature of female friendships, this show starring Christina Applegate and Linda Cardellini has it all: murder, intrigue, secrets and more. The two meet at a grief support group and strike up an unlikely friendship, which takes one unexpected twist after another.
Feel Good
Created by Canadian comedian Mae Martin, this six-episode series sees her playing a fictionalized version of herself—a queer stand-up comic trying to make a living in London while also battling drug addiction and exploring a new relationship. Lisa Kudrow, Charlotte Ritchie, Sophie Thompson and Ritu Arya co-star.
Russian Doll
Created by Natasha Lyonne, Leslye Headland and Amy Poehler, this engrossing drama follows game developer Nadia Vulvokov (played by Lyonne), who repeatedly dies and relives the night of her 36th birthday in an ongoing time loop.
GLOW
Inspired by the real-life Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling, a women’s professional wrestling group that was founded in the 1980s, this show follows a motley crew of young women (aspiring actresses, stuntwomen, models and more) who come together for an unexpected project.
APPLE TV+
Dickinson
This coming-of-age series follows a young Emily Dickinson as she attempts to navigate the gender, society and family constraints of the 19th century. Although technically a period drama, the experimental show weaves in a modern sensibility and contemporary music to tell the aspiring poet’s story in an offbeat way.
The Morning Show
Starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon as TV journalists, this Emmy-nominated drama grapples with sensitive issues like the #MeToo movement, sexism and ageism in the media industry, the abuse of power and more.
Amazon Prime Video
Fleabag
This Emmy- and BAFTA-winning show follows an unnamed central character, known to us as Fleabag, as she struggles to keep her life together after the death of her best friend. Grief, self-loathing, loneliness and detachment are all a part of her journey, expertly brought to life by creator/star Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
The Great
This satirical drama follows the rise of Catherine the Great from outsider to the longest-reigning female ruler in Russia’s history. The darkly comedic show stars Elle Fanning in the lead role, with Nicholas Hoult playing her husband, Peter III.
Little Fires Everywhere
Based on a novel by Celeste Ng, this drama series stars Kerry Washington and Reese Witherspoon as mothers from different socioeconomic backgrounds. Set in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio during the 1990s it tackles issues of race, identity, motherhood and more.
The Good Fight
A spin-off of The Good Wife, a legal drama starring Julianna Margulies, this show sees Christine Baranski reprise her role as the formidable Diane Lockhart. Cush Jumbo, Audra McDonald and Delroy Lindo play her colleagues at one of Chicago’s top law firms, where they take on cases relating to racism, gender inequality, police brutality and more.
Younger
In this show from Sex and the City creator Darren Star, Sutton Foster plays a 40-something mom who decides to go back to work after her only child goes off to college. But to get a job in the publishing industry, she realizes she needs to pretend to be a millennial.
Made in Heaven
Created by women, this Indian television series follows two New Delhi wedding planners as they wrestle with family secrets, large egos and outdated cultural norms while throwing some of the most lavish weddings in India. Meanwhile the central female character, played by Sobhita Dhulipala, is also dealing with imposter syndrome, class disparity, an unhappy marriage and more.
CBC Gem
Pen15
Created by actresses and writers Maya Erskine and Anna Konkle (who also star in the show as 13-year-old versions of themselves), the show explores the many mortifying and awkward moments of middle school.
Mohawk Girls
This CBC show follows four young Mohawk women navigating sex, work and love while also figuring out how to stay connected to their roots and cultural traditions.
