Societal norms and social media platforms are exacerbating the human tendency to compare successes with others, leaving people feeling threatened in their social status. High-status goods help people showcase their worth, and according to Dr. Dafna Goor, can boost self-esteem and wellbeing.

As well as disrupting their shopping habits and working arrangements, COVID-19 caused the upheaval of regular sleeping schedules for many Americans. With pandemic-related stress set to continue into 2021, how can brands help combat insomnia and guide people into dreamland?

Digital therapeutics program Somryst is the first FDA-approved tool of its kind to target chronic insomnia. It reflects a growing opportunity for clinically backed sleep solutions that coach users toward a good nights’ sleep using state-of-the-art digital interventions.

To help those who have found themselves stressed and struggling to sleep amid the pandemic, Pepsi is launching Driftwell, a sleep-aid drink. As people seek to optimize their wellness in holistic ways, they're moving away from sugary drinks and toward more health-centric beverages.