To gift a person a bar of soap is to say: Hey, you. Take care. You matter. Take some time for yourself. Consider the little luxuries in life; artisanal soap will almost always be on the list. Whether enjoyed in swanky hotel bathrooms or received as part of a much-needed care package, soap, beautifully cut and packaged, has garnered an almost cult...

Here’s a hot take: Plants change your home in ways you don’t expect. Whether it’s a baby cactus or succulent in a terrarium by the window or a macrame planter hanging from your bookcase, it’s difficult to deny that a little green will usher in a breath of fresh air – along with a whole plethora of great physical, emotional, and mental benefits....

Personal care is the most important care of all - yet many people tend to forget about it. Whether it's drowning yourself in work or neglecting yourself in the face of other responsibilities, it's easy to take yourself for granted. Yet, taking care of yourself remains of utmost importance. Here are six great ways you can practice self-care for a...

Adelyn Loo of Nourish & Nibbs is on a mission. Armed with an arsenal of hard-earned and hard-gained knowledge on the importance of eating well, the plant based snack maestro is here to show Malaysians what it truly means to live a healthy, wholesome, and absolutely rawsome life. “The decision to start advocating a healthy lifestyle and eating...

In these troubling times, mental health tips are worth their weight in gold - and why not? With some mindfulness exercises, guided meditation, and forward thinking with planners and organisers, you'll find your days (and mental health) improving! And if the going really gets rough? Try out some breathing exercises for anxiety.   Summorie...

Subjective though it may be, art deserves to be appreciated in its raw, unedited form; it is an extension of the artist, a glimpse into the innermost thoughts and inspirations that swim within the creative consciousness. A fascinating world, indeed – and one that leads us to conclude that getting to know the artist is every bit as important as...

Here’s the thing about anxiety – you never really think it’s coming for you until it hits you like a ton of bricks (and then some more). In lieu of repressing your emotions in an attempt to control said anxiety, we have a better plan. Work with your hands. Want to find some crafts for anxiety? We speak to the experts on handicrafts! There’s a reason...

A traditional fabric crafted by decorating textiles using molten wax, Malaysian batik is a mainstay of our local arts and crafts scene. The Batik process involves covering or 'reserving' parts of textile with some paste or liquid material to create a pattern. In Malaysia, the origins of Batik are not easily traceable. Still, it is highly believed...

Does your little one keep you awake almost all night? Do you find that they just don’t seem to be tired, or just outright refuse to sleep? It can be agonising indeed, especially after a long day of working from home! But don't worry - we’ve got you covered with fantastic tips and picks from Poptron.co ! Happy Nappy, Happy Baby It may come as...

Malaysians live in a diverse community where those of multi-cultural heritage collide. One of Malaysia's most significant strengths is our diversity; we look at one another and know without a doubt: We are Malaysian. Handicrafts with Malaysian origins boast as much vibrancy in their multi-cultural identity as the people themselves, and they infuse...