Reading is not a hobby. It is resistance.
Reading instead of scrolling: More and more women are turning back to books. “Mädels, die lesen” shows why reading together is making a comeback right now — and how it has quietly grown into one of the largest book communities in the German-speaking world.
Why love is not an achievement, but an attitude
Rebecca Lina raises an uncomfortable question: What if love has nothing to do with effort, endurance or “doing it right”? In conversation with Belle&Yell, she talks about why many women have learned love the wrong way – and what changes when you stop trying to earn it.
Osteoporosis starts earlier than we think
Osteoporosis begins earlier than many women realize. Dr. Helena Orfanos-Boeckel explains why bone health after 40 is crucial, how hormones and nutrients play a role, and how targeted prevention can help protect against osteoporosis.
Freedom over deadlines – Why more women are becoming mothers later in life
Late motherhood is no longer a marginal phenomenon. More and more women are consciously choosing to become mothers beyond traditional timelines—driven by freedom rather than deadlines. A look at life realities that have long gone untold.
Understanding menopause: symptoms, causes, and what really helps
From hot flashes to brain fog – menopause comes with many faces. In this guide, women’s health expert Benita Yon explains the most common symptoms, what causes them, and what truly helps to regain balance and wellbeing.
Redefining age – the power of older women
Aging isn’t an ending – it’s a beginning. In her book "Old Women", Verena Lueken celebrates those who refuse to fade away: artists, writers and creators who show that freedom, wit and beauty don’t fade with age – they deepen.
Nina Gigele: the woman who isn’t afraid of the fall
From World Cup dreams to inner strength – Nina Gigele proves that resilience isn’t luck, it’s training. Today she helps women rise again, lead with courage, and trust their own strength.
For Stephanie from Heyday, midlife isn’t a turning point — it’s a takeoff. Her mission: to rewrite the story of aging — visibly, positively, and boldly. “We live in a society that glorifies youth. But aging is changing."
50+ and unstoppable: why careers have no expiration date
Over 50 and career over? Not a chance. Women beyond 50 are the underestimated powerhouses of the working world – bringing experience, empathy, and the courage to start anew. Those who refuse to shrink back and instead harness networks, mindset, and opportunities will find that right now is their strongest stage.
Solo, strong, free! Women discovering the world on their own
Solo travel means freedom and self-determination: more and more women over 40 are taking the leap—whether on a scooter through Southeast Asia, on a culture-filled city trip, or on a spontaneous mini-break close to home. Their stories show that traveling solo doesn’t make you lonely, but braver, more independent, and stronger.
People Pleasing: Why “always being nice” can make you sick
Always nice, always agreeable – until you burn out. People pleasing isn’t a harmless habit, but a learned pattern that can make you sick. Resilience coach Patricia Funk explains why women are especially affected – and how to break free.
Young, old, doesn’t matter: Why we need to rethink age
Age is no excuse – and certainly no limit. Women start businesses at 50, learn to surf at 70, and rock tech festivals. Old myths are giving way to a new perspective: age is becoming a springboard for projects, plans, and adventures.
Lana Del Rey in July, Beyoncé in August – how your cycle rocks the summer
Sun, Aperol, good vibes – and PMS? Summer doesn’t feel the same every day. Coach and cycle expert Carolina Spieß explains how to understand your inner seasons, sync them with the real ones – and bring more energy, self-care, and summer vibes into your life.
Visibility is not a nice-to-have for women
Visibility is not a bonus – it's the lever for change. Ulrike C. Strasser wants to bring one million women into the spotlight with #ONEMILLIONWOMEN. "If we never see anyone who looks like us, we don’t believe it’s possible."
The future leads with kindness – Why we need a new kind of power
Rethinking leadership: Why empathy isn’t a weakness but one of the most powerful tools for the future — and why it’s time to redefine what power means.
When you renovate your home… are you also renovating your life?
"From Wall to Turning Point: Why Change Sometimes Starts at Home." There are moments that shake everything. A breakup. Burnout. Or simply the feeling: This can't go on like this.
Manifestation – myth or method?
Manifestation isn’t magic — it’s focus. Once dismissed as woo, it's now a tool for clarity, motivation, and self-agency. For a growing number of women, it’s less about dreaming big — and more about daring to define what they truly want.
BAM! How to perform confidently and without fear
Confident performance starts with knowing what you need — and having the courage to claim it. This article shows how to create the conditions for a strong, focused presence — whether in a meeting or on stage, entirely on your own terms.
Allies in tough times – why women need supportive men now more than ever
When we talk about gender equity, many think of quotas, women's networks, or political demands. But real change only happens together. And that means: men matter. As allies, mentors, enablers.
Shame, menopause and career dips? Sounds like a perfect night.
Learn more from Tina and Sandra – the voices behind TabooTalk. They tackle what others avoid: shame, hormones, and more. For them, breaking taboos isn’t brave – it’s just common sense. Their mission: to turn silence into strength and discomfort into dialogue.
Power pose: two minutes to activate your superpower
Take up space. Start with two minutes. Power posing won’t fix the system, but it might change how you show up in it. You don’t need permission—just the courage to stop hiding.
The 5 best Yoga apps you must know
Yoga is booming - and has been for years. Recent studies estimate that over 300 million people practise yoga worldwide, 70% of whom are women …
Networking is the female superpower
When we meet, we do girl stuff: Science, business, revolution...in a world of crisis, women's networks are the powerful force for positive social change and individual development.
Address women first in meetings, don't apologize when there's nothing to apologize for - microfeminism is the feminism of small actions…
Feminists among themselves – Women will change the world
Why is a platform like Belle&Yell important for women and men? What is the motivation behind it?
DJ Nomi: Beats, business and Berlin nights
Berlin, somewhere between neon lights and basslines: DJ Nomi stands behind the decks and lets the crowd escalate. She is one of …
No more frustration: money is fun
Many women find money an unpleasant topic and prefer to suppress it. Astrid Zehbe, financial journalist and co-founder of the platform "finanzielle" …
No one in the rearview: At full speed through a man’s world
In the male-dominated world of high-performance sports cars, a young woman stands her ground with expertise, confidence, and genuine passion for horsepower. She thrives in an industry long shaped by prestige, speed, and traditional gender roles.





























