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Breakupssuck, especially when you’ve shared so much, so deeply, for so long. But sometimes you simply have to do it. Im talking, of course, about breaking up with my friends. MilosStankovic / Getty Images Seven of us had made the move west at some point and grown closer for it. Emily, another member of the group, just couldnt get her you-know-what together. She was our self-appointed court jester and relished her entertaining role....

She wanted to pursue a small passion project that she calledThe Atlas of Beauty. What it entailed: Photographing portraits of women across the globe to show the beauty in diversity. The exquisite portraits of women in countries from Colombia to Iranwent viral, reaching millions. Today, the 30-year-old Romanian focuses onThe Atlas of Beautyfull-time. She’s collecting images to make a book, which she hopes to publish next year. She’s continuously traveled the world for three years, visiting more than 45 countries since beginning the project....

Crop tops have steadily transitioned from the trendy blouse of the moment to a wardrobe essential. The shortened shirts aren’t only reserved for teenagers who are Coachella bound or models on the runway. Celebrities of all shapes and sizes have put their own spin on the shortened blouses. Don’t take our word for it. Browse through the pictures below to see how you, too, can proudly wear a crop top....

OhSnapchat, the app of constant updates that always keeps me on my toes. Or, should I say, fingertips. And what does the new hourglass emoji mean? Courtesy WHAT ARE YOU TRYING TO TELL ME, SNAPCHAT? The only thing that calms me in this moment of confusion is knowing I’m not alone. Luckily, Snapchat has anentire guideto these “friend emojis.” They actually say a lot about your snapping habits. Here, we decode the mysteriousand kind of complicatedsymbols....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. to get to play like a pro, you have to snack like a pro. Courtesy of Nike So she relies on eating small meals throughout the day to stay fueled. I always have my energy bars and energy gels [on hand]. And bananas, definitely....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. That problem is about to end today! There are a few companies who offer stylish options that look just like jewelry. And no one will be able to tell that you’re getting notifications or counting your steps. From layered necklaces to shiny watches, we’ve gathered a list of our favorite dazzling electronics below....

Working out is hard as helleven before you hit the gym. Plus, it’s totally fine to skip the occasional workout. It’s calledworkingout for a reasonyou have to show up and do something to see results. Sam Edwards, Getty Images My best friend and I have a shared private fitness board on Pinterest for when we need extra motivation. Then I write (yes, write!) the workouts in my planner. Liam Norris, Getty Images...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. That’s why I’ve rounded up my drugstore favorites here. These brushes are all made with synthetic bristles, which cost less than the animal hair versions. Everything here is $15 or less. This fuchsia-tinged makeup brush feels just like that. The synthetic bristles are tightly packed, so my liquid foundation went on without missing any spots....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. In fact, “What are lip fillers?” Jonathan Storey / Getty was one of the most Googled questions of 2015. Andlip augmentation surgeriesare at an all time high. But what if you don’t want to go the permanent route? Valerie Fischel While some people are blessed with voluptuous lips, I happen to fall on the flatter side of things....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Facebook Beyonce’s latest visual albumLemonadehas finally arrived. The fresh music is available on Tidal, iTunes, and Amazon. It includes emotional lyrics that echo the sentiments of a woman scorned. But as a fashion editor, it was Beyonce’s gorgeous outfits that really captured my attention....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Thought menstruating on Earth was annoying? NASA astronaut Sally Ride (1951 - 2012) in the interior of the Challenger space shuttle during the STS-41-G mission, October 1984. In 1983 she became the first American woman in space on the STS-7 mission. (Photo by Space Frontiers/Getty Images)...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. But that doesnt mean its actually gotten easier to move forward when one partner cheats on another. Photo: Cristina Cianci. Art Direction: Morgan Johnson It takes time, however. The cheating has to stop. The first, and most important, is for the cheating to stop....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Getting enoughproteinto eat each day can be a challenge. SEE D JAN / Getty Images So many high-protein foods are, quite frankly, high maintenance. Were talking to you.) But that doesnt mean that the only high-protein foods out there are ones you keep in your fridge....