Yasmin El-Sayed
Wellness & Culture Writer
Yasmin El-Sayed is a Wellness & Culture Writer for The Cultural Review. Prior to joining the publication, she contributed to 'Mindful Living Today,' where her column, 'Culture of Calm,' gained considerable recognition for its nuanced exploration of mindfulness practices within diverse cultural settings. Yasmin holds a Master's degree in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Chicago and has presented her research on the intersection of art and mental health at international conferences. Her unique perspective bridges the gap between traditional wellness approaches and the ever-evolving cultural landscape, offering readers insightful and practical guidance for cultivating a balanced and fulfilling life.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine for Holistic Well-being
Young Americans are now 'Chinamaxxing' their wellness routines, a trend driving significant engagement for brands rooted in traditional Chinese medicine.
May 30, 2026 · 4 min read
AI Blurs Lines: Devaluation in Music, Design, Digital Art 2026
On August 1, 2024, an AI-generated song quietly made its debut on the German music charts, a first for the industry.
May 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Top 8 Gen Z Lifestyle Choices & Cultural Trends for 2026
In a surprising shift, the generation often defined by viral trends and digital fluidity has seen a 45% increase in those who say they are married since last year.
May 29, 2026 · 7 min read
What are the psychological benefits of mindfulness for well-being and stress reduction?
Just minutes of daily meditation can activate emotional and cognitive centers in the brain, leading to widespread, measurable changes that improve cognition and executive functions, according to pmc .
May 29, 2026 · 3 min read
What is Cultural Competency and Why Does It Matter for Health Equity?
In one stark instance, a client was disowned by his family after disclosing treatment details, a direct consequence of a culturally inappropriate intervention.
May 29, 2026 · 5 min read
What is Cultural Competency in Mental Health Services?
In 2020, suicide tragically became the leading cause of death for Asians and Pacific Islanders under the age of 19, a stark indicator of systemic failures in mental health support for diverse communit
May 27, 2026 · 3 min read
Integrating Cultural Practices for Holistic Well-being
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the White Earth Nation achieved a remarkable 93 percent vaccination rate among its elders, revealing the profound impact of culturally-integrated health strategies.
May 20, 2026 · 6 min read
Why People Are Seeking Digital Detox Retreats Instead of Scrolling
Guests at digital detox retreats often experience a peculiar restlessness in the initial 24 hours, a feeling akin to being 'stir crazy.
May 20, 2026 · 3 min read
What is cultural humility in wellness practices and why does it matter?
Despite being widely mandated across healthcare, cultural competence training risks stereotyping, stigmatizing, and 'othering' patients, potentially fostering implicit racist attitudes.
May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Nigeria's Money Spraying Practice Faces Intensified Crackdown
In April 2024, socialite Bobrisky was sentenced to six months in prison for spraying naira notes at Lagos events, a stark example of Nigeria's intensified crackdown on a deeply ingrained cultural prac
May 19, 2026 · 3 min read
Intergenerational programs: What they are and the evidence
Despite their widespread implementation, a systematic review of 14 randomized controlled trials found only a 'small positive trend' in improving self-esteem and depression for older people in intergen
May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
How Does Cultural Identity Shape Mental Well-being in 2026?
Less than a quarter of Asian American and Pacific Islander adults with a mental illness receive treatment, marking the lowest help-seeking rate among all racial and ethnic groups in 2026.
May 18, 2026 · 8 min read
Historians Re-evaluate Mary Todd Lincoln's Reputation
In 1875, Mary Todd Lincoln's own son, Robert Todd Lincoln, had her committed to an insane asylum.
May 18, 2026 · 2 min read
What is mindfulness in art creation for mental well-being?
Just 45 minutes of art-making can significantly reduce your body's cortisol levels, a key indicator of stress, according to assessing the stress-relief impact of an art-based intervention .
May 16, 2026 · 5 min read
Less Than 1% Of Clothing Recycled: Sustainable Fashion's Struggle
In Ghana's Kantamanto Market, a staggering 86.
May 15, 2026 · 5 min read
What is the digital minimalism lifestyle for well-being in 2026?
The average person spends a staggering 3 hours and 15 minutes per day looking at their phone, according to Dr.
May 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Why Gen Z Is Embracing Slow Living Over Digital Burnout
A generation raised on TikTok and instant gratification, Gen Z is now reportedly embracing 'Nonnamaxxing,' a wellness trend.
May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
What Are Biophilic Design Principles for Well-being and Nature Connection?
The Trudo Vertical Forest in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, provides social housing with a rent cap of €600 per month, fundamentally challenging the common assumption that cutting-edge green architecture
May 15, 2026 · 8 min read
What is Nature-Based Art Therapy and Its Mental Well-being Benefits?
At a week-long, forest school-inspired, art-based environmental education camp, 20 children aged 8–10 in the U.
May 14, 2026 · 4 min read
San Diego arts groups face $11.8M cut in Mayor's budget
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria's latest budget revision restores critical library and recreation center hours in underserved communities, yet leaves a nearly $12 million chasm in arts and culture funding
May 14, 2026 · 3 min read