APR 30, 2026

INSIDE: Miranda Energy, Working Red Flags, and Elevated Nourishment.

TODAY I WILL:

Take one small risk.

The group chat includes a little star power, a little science, and a softer approach to feeling good.

• The Met Gala guest list is already getting attention.

• The science of aging is entering a whole new era.

• Quick hits of dopamine are out—slow satisfaction is in.

• A simple swap could make a difference for your hair.

• Subtle sparkle is taking over beauty routines.

The Devil Is on Your Zoom Call.

As we dive back into the world of Miranda Priestly and Andy Sachs as adults, we can’t help but notice that their situation is looking a lot more familiar. In fact, most workers have had a toxic boss of their own, according to Glassdoor. Since 2018, mentions of a toxic boss have surged 6.7x, since 2018 and 70% of workers say they’ve quit a job because of one. And while 68% of people say that no job is worth tolerating toxic leadership, the truth is that more than a quarter of respondents said they actually would stay in exchange for higher pay or career acceleration. 

So if you’re in this situation (or looking for a new gig sans horrible boss), Priya Rathod, Workplace Trends Expert at Glassdoor and Indeed, has some advice.

• If you're currently dealing with a difficult boss, here's a framework to help you think it through:

  • Document what's happening. Keep a record of specific incidents, including dates, what was said, and who was present. This protects you if things escalate and helps you see patterns more clearly over time.

  • Evaluate your options honestly. Ask yourself: Are there real benefits to staying, like strong compensation, a skill you're building, or a promotion within reach? And equally important: What is the cost to your mental and physical health? Both sides of that equation matter.

  • Plan your exit if the answer is no. If the trade-off isn't worth it, it may be time to start planning your next move. Sometimes walking away is the smartest career move you can make.

• And if you’re hunting for a new gig, you don't have to wait until you're in the job to figure out what you're walking into. During the interview process, candidates can learn a lot by asking how a manager sets boundaries for themselves or how they typically respond when a team member makes a mistake (here’s a recommended list of questions that’s worth asking the hiring manager during the interview process). Their answers can reveal whether they lead with empathy and accountability. Paying close attention to how they talk about challenges, feedback, and work-life balance can give you a clearer picture of what it’s actually like to report to them.

Priya’s advice ends with a truth you may need to hear: “Even Andy Sachs knew when it was time to throw the phone in the fountain.”

What’s the biggest red flag in a boss?

There’s a notable shift happening in the way we think about wellness—one that trades extremes for intention, and perfection for presence. Few people have been at the forefront of that change quite like Trinity Mouzon Wofford.

As the founder and CEO of Golde, Trinity built her career on making wellness feel like a practice rooted in the small, everyday rituals that shape how we feel. Her perspective feels almost radical: slow down, take your time, and let the process matter. And now, with her debut cookbook Eating at Home, she is bringing that same philosophy into the kitchen.

We sat down with Trinity to reflect on unlearning the rules of wellness, building a brand grounded in real life, and why cooking at home might be the most meaningful ritual we’ve been overlooking.

What were the beliefs about wellness that you most wanted to rethink when you started Golde? 

When we were dreaming up Golde in 2016, wellness was sort of bifurcated into the dated health food store stuff and this wave of ultra luxury. We really wanted to create something in the space that reflected ease and approachability. We wanted something beautiful and ritual-worthy, but designed to fit into everyday life. I think the belief that we were challenging was that wellness was some sort of form of punishment or special occasion. In reality, the foundation of wellbeing is formed in our everyday moments. And those simple things—making your morning latte, for example—can be ritualistic and grounding. 

How do you personally define wellness today compared to when you first launched Golde? 

It’s very small things: taking a quick solo morning walk before family breakfast, actually washing my face for a few minutes instead of 5 seconds. When I slow down to take my time, I get out of the feeling of chronically rushing. I can be more present with everything else around me. 

How did you design the recipes in Eating at Home to make the experience feel more intuitive and less stressful? 

I really focused on just showing the way we cook here at home. We don’t use a ton of ingredients, and the recipes are flexible. The first chapter is all about what I call Component Cooking. Instead of meal prep, I use slower weekend days to batch cook big “base layers” of meals—stock, a pot of beans, sa