Wutopia Lab has opened the ‘Monologue Art Museum’, a space designed for solo exploration and to escape from the chaos of daily life. Despite a heavy emphasis on social spaces post-pandemic, this site offers a sanctuary for reflection, promoting the benefits that solitude has on wellbeing.

With the outside world becoming less predictable, Americans are seeking stability within themselves by focusing on self-care. But as this social phenomenon spills into multiple health and beauty categories, how can beauty brands deliver meaningful propositions around personal wellbeing?

The pandemic forced Americans to take a deeper look at their mental health. With support services often difficult to access – whether logistically or financially – many have pursued alternative ways to help manage their minds. Canvas8 spoke to ten Americans about their self-care habits.

With women overworked, overburdened, and under-paid, they're feeling frustrated, angry, and left without an outlet. #momscream events – where women meet and scream – are giving them a safe space to release their anger, spotlighting opportunities for brands to cultivate spaces for emotional release.