In Nietzsche's philosophy, the lion must fight a dragon whose scales are made of the things you believe about yourself that you've never stopped to question. I'm not a horse person. I can't do math. That's too big for me. Read the full GUTS article 👇

Check out this 4-part series on a really rewarding collaboration with filmmakers @theskindeep.bsky.social We’ve been conducting research on their videos, and they created videos about our research! Excited to see what unfolds as we continue digging deeper together. www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

We are taught to fight for our seat at the table. What Kristen V. Carter spent twenty years learning, and a grief-soaked summer unlearning, is that sometimes the most powerful move is to leave the room entirely. Read the full story 👇

We are expanding our global team and looking for talented, passionate people who believe in our mission. If you want to be part of a global, remote, creative team that supports each other to become masters of their craft, read on ➡️ explore.theskindeep.com/we-are-growi...

This was a fun conversation about conversation with Topaz Adizes, founder of @theskindeep.bsky.social! I highly recommend checking out their project {THE AND} for beautifully curated, intimate conversations designed to deepen connection.

Introducing a new TSD documentary series exploring The Science of Human Connection. In partnership with @interactingminds.bsky.social, we’re studying {THE AND} conversations to understand how real, vulnerable conversations affect us.

In our latest GUTS conversation with Pastor Tim Johnson, he challenges the “hustle” mindset with a perspective forged on the NFL gridiron and in the spiritual trenches of Rikers Island. He suggests our greatest barrier to impact isn’t a lack of effort... Watch the full conversation ⬇️

Love doesn't exist without the temporal nature of living. The fact that each moment inevitably fades into the next means that Time is a necessary requirement of Love. Where are you choosing to place your time? Read the full story ⬇️ explore.theskindeep.com/made-human-t...

Most dinner parties are forgettable. Not because anything went wrong. The food was good, the people were lovely, the wine helped. But a week later you can barely remember what you talked about. The ones that stay with you are different, and today I'm talking about those ones. Read the full story ⬇️

January brought conversations about love, parenthood, and what it means to truly show up for each other. In this article, we share what resonated most with our community. Read more: explore.theskindeep.com/january-favo...

{THE AND} Behind The Scenes: If you take one thing away from this, let it be this: an incredible amount of time, effort, love, and care goes into each production. What you see in the final videos, those raw, honest conversations, doesn't happen by accident.

Who says deep conversations can't be fun? Try the game with friends: shop.theskindeep.com - Up to 60% OFF only this week. #cardgame #gamenight

Want to spark a deeper connection tonight? We’ve got the cards for that. Try more questions: shop.theskindeep.com #cardgames

Celebrate the holidays while apart with your long-distance partner. Learn practical conversation tips, intimacy building exercises, and conflict resolution strategies to feel closer than ever, no matter the miles between you. Explore more 👇

Being away from the people you love most is hard, especially at the holidays. These fun, heartfelt conversation starters help you laugh, connect, and share moments with family and friends, no matter how far apart you are. Read more: explore.theskindeep.com/how-to-stay-...

Make your Friendsgiving unforgettable! Bring laughter, conversation, and connection to the table with music, gratitude, and {THE AND} Good Vibes Edition questions that turn any gathering into a night to remember. Explore more: explore.theskindeep.com/my-first-fri...

A Mexican Day of the Dead ofrenda is an altar created to honor and welcome the spirits of those we’ve lost. Each element on the altar carries meaning. Find out more 👇

We’re not here to convince you that taboos are fun, they often feel scary for a good reason. Keep reading 👇

Explore the magic {THE AND} Live Experience is built on. It’s not a performance you watch, it’s one you become part of. In whatever capacity you decide to do so.

In any relationship, there’s what you say… and then there’s what you really want to say. Explore more:

Dating in your 30s isn’t about swiping endlessly or chasing red flags. It’s about asking better questions, building emotional intelligence, and finding someone who matches the life you’re creating - with tools that make real connection happen faster. #dating #datingadvice

Ever been ghosted in bed? Explore the taboos we pretend don’t exist and turn awkward silences into fun, fearless conversations.

Launching a new series of {THE AND}: Above the Bias. The new partnership series between The Skin Deep and Abbott, exploring the role of diabetes stigma in relationships. explore.theskindeep.com/launching-a-...

How is technology changing the emotional experience of being human? Read more 👇

This Spirit Day, we stand with LGBTQ+ youth everywhere. 💜 Joy is radical. Visibility is power. Connection keeps us alive.

Great questions don’t just fill silence, they spark connection. From open-ended prompts to surprising shifts in perspective, here’s how to ask in ways that invite growth, intimacy, and a deeper understanding of each other.

Family dinners can be chaotic, but the right questions can transform tension into connection. Keep reading 👇

Inner exploration isn’t about finding answers, it’s about daring to ask the questions that open new parts of yourself. These prompts invite you to slow down, listen inward, and discover the quiet ways emotional growth takes root. Read more 👇

"I gave my depression a name, a voice, and for the first time, compassion. That's where my healing began." For World Mental Health Day, Regina Zuniga shares the letter she wrote to her depression during one of the hardest moments of her life. Read her story 👇 #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthDay

What if talking to strangers isn’t something to fear, but a way back to real connection? Explore more 👇

Why Talking About Sex Feels So Scary? We explore this in our latest article 👇 #SexualHealth #Relationships #Communication #Intimacy #TheSkinDeep #RelationshipAdvice #HealthyRelationships #SexEducation #CouplesTherapy #RelationshipGoals #MentalHealth #SexPositive

GIVEAWAY TIME 🎉 Win: - 1x The Skin Deep Ultimate Bundle – all 14 {THE AND} editions, Honest X, the Kidulting Prompt Game, and all 3 postcard sets - 1x The {THE AND} Ultimate Digital Bundle: 12 digital editions Enter by Aug 17. Winners announced Aug 18. Enter here: forms.gle/MSHz9XW7QRMQ...

Love that holds space 🤍 Watch May & Chase’s powerful conversation on parenthood, partnership & growth. New {THE AND} episode 🥰 www.youtube.com/watch?v=aF5S...

Elliot and Kiki are grandma and granddaughter — and the love is so real. Kiki’s all about the hugs, encouragement, and a little (good) spoiling. Elliot’s full of imagination… and might eat veggies if they give her superpowers 🤍 Watch their full conversation 👇 #theskindeep #cute #love

Dive into a soul-stretching chat between Aaron (he/him) & 13-yr-old son Adrian (he/him). They unpack family memories, life with ALS, and choosing victory over victimhood, all through a lens of deep father-son love. Watch the episode 👇 #theskindeep #parenthood #fatherandson

How much can one honest conversation change you? This new article about our {THE AND} series says: everything. Read it now, feel deeply, and start your own 👇 #theskindeep #newarticle #blogpost #theand #deepconversations

Nelson and his 7-year-old son, Nelson Jr., share a heartwarming and hilarious exchange that shows what deep love and true friendship between a father and son can look like. Full of big hugs, sweet honesty, and laugh-out-loud moments, this conversation will warm your heart 🤍 #FathersDay2025

Food = love 🤍 This heartfelt piece on meals, memories, and connection got us right in the feels, just like Cassidy & Gabrielle’s beautiful story 👇 #newarticle #theskindeep #theand #littlespoon #momanddaughter #deepconnection #realconversation

The Power of Presence: Loving Through the Fear of Losing Each Other 🤍 Check out our latest article below! explore.theskindeep.com/the-power-of...

"I think love at first sight is just your soul recognizing something familiar" 🤍 Read our new story about unexpected sparks and the magic of recognition—inspired by our latest {THE AND} release with Nadiya & Anthony ✨ Tap the preview to read the article. #theskindeep #newarticle #loveatfirstsight

Questions that open doors to your inner world 🤍 Take time to connect with yourself this week. Discover our {THE AND} Self Edition card game for self-reflection: shop.theskindeep.com/products/the...

Taty & Dante built a love that’s safe, steady, and real. Through every high and low, they’ve held each other close—and this convo is proof of it 🤍 Watch their story unfold 👇

Love yourself ten times more than anybody else ✨ This is a clip from a special collaborative series by The Skin Deep and Keys Soulcare to bring you raw, unfiltered conversations that explore what Soulcare looks like in real life. #KeysSoulcarexTheSkinDeep

Collecting moments that feed the soul 🤍 credits @skydalimit (IG) #theskindeep #theand #cardgame

This video is part of a special collaborative series by The Skin Deep and Keys Soulcare to bring you raw, unfiltered conversations that explore what Soulcare looks like in real life. This episode features a mother and daughter discussing motherhood, self-love, and inner peace 🤍

This Earth Day, we're exploring how our relationships might be the most powerful climate action we can take. From neighborhood sharing economies to digital detoxes with friends. Read the full piece here 👇

Beautiful advice. Beautiful friendship. Beautiful conversation. 🤍 This clip is part of a special collaborative series by The Skin Deep and Keys Soulcare to bring you raw, unfiltered conversations that explore what Soulcare looks like in real life. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKK8...

This video is part of a special collaborative series by The Skin Deep and Keys Soulcare to bring you raw, unfiltered conversations that explore what Soulcare looks like in real life. Get ready to go beyond the surface. #KeysSoulcarexSkinDeep

We’re proud to announce that our partnership with ViiV Healthcare is a finalist for the 2025 Shorty Awards! Our mission was to foster deeper, more human connections between healthcare providers and patients during critical care interactions. We would love your support to vote for the campaign!

At-home date night doesn't have to mean watching TV while scrolling your phone 📱 From blindfolded taste tests to themed nights that transport you anywhere in the world, our new article serves up 15 creative date ideas to bring back that spark ✨