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Why You Should Eat a Banana Each Night Before Bed
November 23, 2022
Why You Should Eat a Banana Each Night Before Bed
Ready to crawl into bed after a long day of "normal human" cosplay? Hoping to…
By Allie Flinn
These Calm-Inducing Gifts Are the Total-Body Exhale We Could All Use Right Now
November 23, 2022
These Calm-Inducing Gifts Are the Total-Body Exhale We Could All Use Right Now
Buy the gifts. Wrap the gifts. Bake the cookies. Visit the family. Find an outfit…
By Well+Good Editors
You're Not Dreaming—Jennifer Garner’s Go-To Pajamas Are 25% Off Right Now
November 22, 2022
You're Not Dreaming—Jennifer Garner’s Go-To Pajamas Are 25% Off Right Now
We take sleepwear very seriously here at Well + Good. Considering we spend around one-third…
By Alexa Casanova
We Found the Only Wellness Deals on Black Friday Truly Worth Your Attention (Trust Us, They're *Really* Good)
November 21, 2022
We Found the Only Wellness Deals on Black Friday Truly Worth Your Attention (Trust Us, They're *Really* Good)
Brace yourselves: The next month-and-a-half is going to feel like precisely three minutes. Between now…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
6 Expert-Backed Tips to Relieve Stress With Laughter—No Matter What's Got You Worked Up
November 21, 2022
6 Expert-Backed Tips to Relieve Stress With Laughter—No Matter What's Got You Worked Up
In times of stress, it often seems as though there is little to laugh about.…
By Danielle Calma
How To Give Yourself an Eyebrow Massage—the 30-Second Solve That Can Help With Headaches
November 20, 2022
How To Give Yourself an Eyebrow Massage—the 30-Second Solve That Can Help With Headaches
Whether you’re stressed at work or in your home life, mental tension can physically manifest…
By Annita Katee
This $9 Self Tanner Will Trick Your Skin Into Thinking It’s Summer (Yes, Even in the Dead of Winter)
November 20, 2022
This $9 Self Tanner Will Trick Your Skin Into Thinking It’s Summer (Yes, Even in the Dead of Winter)
Now that it gets darker earlier and earlier every day, I’m pulling out all the…
By Alexa Casanova
It's Not Just You If Things Seem Funnier When You're Really Tired—Here's Why
November 19, 2022
It's Not Just You If Things Seem Funnier When You're Really Tired—Here's Why
Here’s a scenario that may sound familiar: After a not-so-great night’s sleep, you’re exhausted, delirious,…
By Annita Katee
Is It a Good Idea To Take Melatonin or a Sleeping Pill on a Plane? Here's What Sleep Doctors Have To Say
November 18, 2022
Is It a Good Idea To Take Melatonin or a Sleeping Pill on a Plane? Here's What Sleep Doctors Have To Say
There are two types of travelers in this world: people who can conk out on…
By Erica Sloan
Sleep Deprivation Can Lead to Inflammation and a Weakened Immune System—But Exercise Can Help
November 18, 2022
Sleep Deprivation Can Lead to Inflammation and a Weakened Immune System—But Exercise Can Help
When it comes to our health, sleep quantity and quality truly may be king. A…
By Rajpal Brar
What To Say To Someone Who Lost a Loved One—And What *Not* To Say
November 18, 2022
What To Say To Someone Who Lost a Loved One—And What *Not* To Say
There’s no denying how difficult it is to know exactly what to say to someone…
By Korin Miller
Less Stress, More Focus: Boxing Is the Mental Health Workout I Never Knew I Needed
November 17, 2022
Less Stress, More Focus: Boxing Is the Mental Health Workout I Never Knew I Needed
When I first moved to New York City, I joined a gym to maintain my…
By Rebecca Norris
It’s Totally Normal To Feel More Tired in the Winter—Here’s Why (and How To Deal)
November 16, 2022
It’s Totally Normal To Feel More Tired in the Winter—Here’s Why (and How To Deal)
The chill of winter (at least, in most places) can make it oh-so-appealing to pass…
By Erica Sloan
‘I’ve Been a Spa Director for Over 20 Years—These Are the 3 Most Important Rules I've Learned About Beauty'
November 16, 2022
‘I’ve Been a Spa Director for Over 20 Years—These Are the 3 Most Important Rules I've Learned About Beauty'
Sam Cooper has been a spa director for over 20 years. She started her career…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How 'Bahala Na,' the Filipino Spiritual Practice of Letting Go, Helps Me Embrace Uncertainty
November 16, 2022
How 'Bahala Na,' the Filipino Spiritual Practice of Letting Go, Helps Me Embrace Uncertainty
Whenever I make a decision, whether a life-changing or ordinary one, I say a prayer…
By Carl Lorenz Cervantes
4 Ways Your Body Is Telling You That You’re Taking Too Much Melatonin
November 16, 2022
4 Ways Your Body Is Telling You That You’re Taking Too Much Melatonin
Melatonin, a.k.a. the sleepy hormone, is produced naturally by the body and—you guessed it—plays a…
By Sharon Feiereisen
I’m a Meditation Teacher, and These Are 6 Mantras I Use To Get Over the ‘I Need To Be at Every Holiday Gathering’ Guilt
November 15, 2022
I’m a Meditation Teacher, and These Are 6 Mantras I Use To Get Over the ‘I Need To Be at Every Holiday Gathering’ Guilt
The text comes in: “Hey, you’re coming to the holiday party on Friday, right!?” Cue…
By Jewelia Orlick
How 'Toxic Forgiveness' Hurts Your Relationships and Holds You Back From True Healing
November 14, 2022
How 'Toxic Forgiveness' Hurts Your Relationships and Holds You Back From True Healing
Forgiving someone isn’t just a noble act in service of the other person; it has…
By Erica Sloan
How To Spot—And Stop—Catastrophic Thoughts, According to Clinical Psychologists
November 12, 2022
How To Spot—And Stop—Catastrophic Thoughts, According to Clinical Psychologists
The dark reality of life is that at any given moment, some terrible thing could…
By Erica Sloan
Did COVID-19 Give Way to a Stress Pandemic? A Psychologist Weighs In
November 11, 2022
Did COVID-19 Give Way to a Stress Pandemic? A Psychologist Weighs In
Let’s talk about stress. Of course, stress is a natural part of life—working, parenting, and…
By Julie Weingarden Dubin
I Tried the Nervous System Workout Challenge, and It Eased My Stress In Ways Meditation Never Has
November 10, 2022
I Tried the Nervous System Workout Challenge, and It Eased My Stress In Ways Meditation Never Has
I tend to be a high-strung person, so I’ve tried just about anything I can…
By Amber Sayer
The Best Mattress Sales of the Year Are Here—These Are the Best Black Friday Mattress Deals
November 10, 2022
The Best Mattress Sales of the Year Are Here—These Are the Best Black Friday Mattress Deals
Brace yourselves—Black Friday 2022 is coming. November 26 is around the corner, which means it's…
By Francesca Krempa
'I'm a Brain Health Coach, and This Is Why Gaming Is One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Fitness, Longevity, and Cognition'
November 09, 2022
'I'm a Brain Health Coach, and This Is Why Gaming Is One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Fitness, Longevity, and Cognition'
There are lots of ways to keep your brain healthy as you age. For starters,…
By Jordan Galloway
The Softest, Coziest Flannel Sheets That Won't Pill After a Few Washes
November 09, 2022
The Softest, Coziest Flannel Sheets That Won't Pill After a Few Washes
With the colder months officially upon us, ‘tis the season to break out your coziest…
By Alexa Casanova
The 7 Best Brain Health-Boosting Foods To Buy at Trader Joe’s, According to an RD
November 09, 2022
The 7 Best Brain Health-Boosting Foods To Buy at Trader Joe’s, According to an RD
One of the best things you can do to support brain health and cognition—right now…
By Michele Ross
The Profoundly Positive Power of Playing Dress Up (Especially When You Want To Wear Sweats All Day)
November 09, 2022
The Profoundly Positive Power of Playing Dress Up (Especially When You Want To Wear Sweats All Day)
So much of fashion is wrapped up in the pressure to conform while simultaneously telling…
By Amelia McBride
20 Thoughtful Gifts for Therapists, According to Therapists
November 08, 2022
20 Thoughtful Gifts for Therapists, According to Therapists
You've googled "gifts for therapist" because, we're guessing, it's a tough task. So many of…
By Erin Bunch
I Tried ‘Vagus Nerve’ Bath Oil To Help My Stress—And It Really Beats Regular Bubble Bath
November 07, 2022
I Tried ‘Vagus Nerve’ Bath Oil To Help My Stress—And It Really Beats Regular Bubble Bath
Over the past two years, like most of us, how I spend my money and…
By Emily Popp
Your Venus Sign Can Reveal How You Should Practice Self Love, According to Astrologers
November 07, 2022
Your Venus Sign Can Reveal How You Should Practice Self Love, According to Astrologers
“What’s your sign?”  If you’ve been asked this question on a first date, odds are…
By Amelia McBride
How an Abortion Doula Can Support You—No Matter Where You Live
November 07, 2022
How an Abortion Doula Can Support You—No Matter Where You Live
In 2022, we saw the devastating fall of the landmark Roe vs. Wade case, which…
By Han Schneider
5 Fruits That Research Has Shown Will Help You Sleep
November 07, 2022
5 Fruits That Research Has Shown Will Help You Sleep
Fact: Fruit is truly one of the best gifts that Mother Nature can offer. It…
By Michele Ross
4 Moments When a Lower-Sugar Cocktail Is Just What Your Self-Care Routine Ordered
November 07, 2022
4 Moments When a Lower-Sugar Cocktail Is Just What Your Self-Care Routine Ordered
Picture this: It’s been a long week, and you need some restorative TLC. You might…
By Well+Good Editors
One in 10 Seniors Has Dementia—Here's Why That Matters Even if You’re in Your 20s, 30s, or 40s
November 05, 2022
One in 10 Seniors Has Dementia—Here's Why That Matters Even if You’re in Your 20s, 30s, or 40s
As a nation, the United States is relatively young compared to other countries. But as…
By Han Schneider
21 Gifts for Busy People Who Need a Present That Can Keep Up With Them
November 05, 2022
21 Gifts for Busy People Who Need a Present That Can Keep Up With Them
Booked and busy. It's the kind of lifestyle that a lot of people inadvertently have…
By Taylor Bell
3 Candle-Care Rules You *Must* Follow if You Want Your Pricey Candles To Last All Winter Long
November 04, 2022
3 Candle-Care Rules You *Must* Follow if You Want Your Pricey Candles To Last All Winter Long
Jackie Aina cares for her candles like they’re plants. Every night before bed, she snuffs…
By Kara Jillian Brown
A Fitness Pro Shares Her Secret Longevity Practice (and It’s Seriously Joy-Inducing)
November 04, 2022
A Fitness Pro Shares Her Secret Longevity Practice (and It’s Seriously Joy-Inducing)
By Well+Good Editors
2 Mindfulness Entrepreneurs Want You To Give This Longevity-Boosting Practice a Try
November 04, 2022
2 Mindfulness Entrepreneurs Want You To Give This Longevity-Boosting Practice a Try
By Well+Good Editors
How To Fall Asleep When You’re Riled Up About Something Happening the Next Day
November 04, 2022
How To Fall Asleep When You’re Riled Up About Something Happening the Next Day
It's an unfortunate truth that actively trying to get a full night of sleep can…
By Erica Sloan
We Said It: Matching Pajamas Are the Underrated Hero of the Holidays—Here Are Our Faves To Shop Now
November 04, 2022
We Said It: Matching Pajamas Are the Underrated Hero of the Holidays—Here Are Our Faves To Shop Now
You blinked and the holidays are on the horizon… and with them, a laundry list…
By Well+Good Editors
Feel Like You're Sighing All the Time? Here’s Why a Psychologist Says That Might Be Happening
November 03, 2022
Feel Like You're Sighing All the Time? Here’s Why a Psychologist Says That Might Be Happening
As far as nonverbal communication goes, sighing can tell you a lot about how someone…
By Han Schneider
62 Best Stocking Stuffers She Might Just Love More Than Her Presents This Year
November 03, 2022
62 Best Stocking Stuffers She Might Just Love More Than Her Presents This Year
Every single year, I forget about stocking stuffers until the last possible second. Which is…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
Exactly How To Nap Like the Longest-Living People in the World
November 03, 2022
Exactly How To Nap Like the Longest-Living People in the World
To plot a roadmap for longevity, you might look to the ways in which people…
By Erica Sloan
The Neat Way the World’s Longest-Living People Stay Active Without Exercising
November 03, 2022
The Neat Way the World’s Longest-Living People Stay Active Without Exercising
When it comes to physical activity, there are four types of people in this world,…
By Jordan Galloway
Practice the Hawaiian Art of Patience To Bring More Meaning to Your Life
November 02, 2022
Practice the Hawaiian Art of Patience To Bring More Meaning to Your Life
Hawai‘i is so much more than a beautiful paradise. While people around the globe tend…
By Annie Daly & Kainoa Daines
18 Gifts To Give Your Loved Ones Who Can’t Make It Home for the Holidays This Year
November 02, 2022
18 Gifts To Give Your Loved Ones Who Can’t Make It Home for the Holidays This Year
There's a myriad of reasons why your loved ones might not be able to make…
By Kayla Hui
The 5 Candles You Should Be Lighting Every Night if You're Struggling With Sleep
November 01, 2022
The 5 Candles You Should Be Lighting Every Night if You're Struggling With Sleep
If you’ve ever struggled with sleep, you’ve probably been told to explore the world of…
By Alexa Casanova
The Original Version of This Sleep Consultant-Approved Blackout Curtain Sold Out, but Now It's Back With an Update—So I Tried It
November 01, 2022
The Original Version of This Sleep Consultant-Approved Blackout Curtain Sold Out, but Now It's Back With an Update—So I Tried It
There’s nothing quite like the sleep you get in a room that's so dark you…
By Jennifer Heimlich
These Are the Most Useful Gifts for Adults With ADHD, According to ADHD Experts
November 01, 2022
These Are the Most Useful Gifts for Adults With ADHD, According to ADHD Experts
When I was diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) at 22, I finally made sense of…
By Amelia McBride
A Pet’s Influence on Your Mental Health Knows No Bounds, According to a Neuropsychologist
November 01, 2022
A Pet’s Influence on Your Mental Health Knows No Bounds, According to a Neuropsychologist
If you have or have ever had an animal take residence in your home, you…
By Danielle Calma
'I'm a Neurologist, and This Is My Go-To Workout To Keep My Brain Healthy'
November 01, 2022
'I'm a Neurologist, and This Is My Go-To Workout To Keep My Brain Healthy'
Your feet are hitting the pavement, your heart rate is rising, and you’re slightly out…
By Brittany Hammond
Instagram Suspended My Account, and I Freaked the Eff Out
October 31, 2022
Instagram Suspended My Account, and I Freaked the Eff Out
It’s 6:05 a.m. on a Monday morning, and I think I could be having a…
By Alexis Berger
9 Caffeine Lovers on Why Their Morning Coffee Routine Is an Act of Self-Care
October 31, 2022
9 Caffeine Lovers on Why Their Morning Coffee Routine Is an Act of Self-Care
Routines can be grounding, calming, special, and even the highlight of your day. Just ask…
By Han Schneider
The Most Important Safety Dos And Don'ts of Protecting Yourself, According to a Self-Defense Instructor
October 30, 2022
The Most Important Safety Dos And Don'ts of Protecting Yourself, According to a Self-Defense Instructor
Self-defense is much more than knowing how to fight back physically against somebody. It’s a…
By Annita Katee
The Powerful Way We're Seeing Ourselves in Disney’s New Short About a Larger-Bodied Ballerina
October 28, 2022
The Powerful Way We're Seeing Ourselves in Disney’s New Short About a Larger-Bodied Ballerina
Disney finally has a larger-bodied heroine, and for many of us, she’s exactly who we…
By Rachel Kraus
Solo Desk Lunches Your Norm? A New Survey Shows 91% of People Who Eat With Others Feel Less Stressed
October 28, 2022
Solo Desk Lunches Your Norm? A New Survey Shows 91% of People Who Eat With Others Feel Less Stressed
Eating alone at your desk is sometimes a necessity—we’ve all thrown together some cheese and…
By Han Schneider
It's Time To Say 'No, Chef' to Toxic Work Environments in Kitchens
October 28, 2022
It's Time To Say 'No, Chef' to Toxic Work Environments in Kitchens
In pop culture, the trope of the demanding, domineering chef is as old as that…
By Maki Yazawa
I Tried the 'Massage Gun for Sleep Challenge' and Woke Up Fewer Times During the Night Than Ever Before
October 27, 2022
I Tried the 'Massage Gun for Sleep Challenge' and Woke Up Fewer Times During the Night Than Ever Before
As someone with both PTSD and a lot of musculoskeletal pain, I'm up a lot…
By Amber Sayer
'SuperAgers' Have Memory Function of People Decades Younger Than Them—Here's How They Stay Sharp
October 26, 2022
'SuperAgers' Have Memory Function of People Decades Younger Than Them—Here's How They Stay Sharp
Age is just a number, and for a number of people, their brain and memory…
By Kells McPhillips
Ketamine Is Straddling the Worlds of Wellness and Science To Go Mainstream
October 26, 2022
Ketamine Is Straddling the Worlds of Wellness and Science To Go Mainstream
On a recent Tuesday evening, I arrived at a candlelit, sage-filled yoga studio in Venice,…
By Rachel Kraus
I Drank Booze at Concerts for 15 Years—Here’s What Happened When I Attended a Summer’s Worth of Shows Fully Sober
October 26, 2022
I Drank Booze at Concerts for 15 Years—Here’s What Happened When I Attended a Summer’s Worth of Shows Fully Sober
The night of my 29th birthday, I went with friends to see New Found Glory…
By Hilary Sheinbaum
5 Signs in Adulthood That You're a Child of a Narcissistic Parent, and How To Heal, According to Psychologists
October 25, 2022
5 Signs in Adulthood That You're a Child of a Narcissistic Parent, and How To Heal, According to Psychologists
You might be able to identify a narcissistic friend, colleague, or partner—perhaps by their constant…
By Erica Sloan
'I'm a Physical Therapist, and These Are the 9 Best Mattress Toppers if You Have Hip Pain'
October 25, 2022
'I'm a Physical Therapist, and These Are the 9 Best Mattress Toppers if You Have Hip Pain'
If you have hip pain, you’re probably aware that it can prevent you from sleeping…
By Danielle Calma
The Best, Most Popular Food and Drink Advent Calendars That Make the Holiday Countdown Absolutely Delicious
October 25, 2022
The Best, Most Popular Food and Drink Advent Calendars That Make the Holiday Countdown Absolutely Delicious
Let's be real: The best part of the holidays is counting down to the holidays.…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
13 Scary Movies You *Definitely* Don't Want To Watch This Week if You’re Susceptible to Jump Scares
October 25, 2022
13 Scary Movies You *Definitely* Don't Want To Watch This Week if You’re Susceptible to Jump Scares
As a self-professed love of spooky season and a year-round ghost story enthusiast, you’d think…
By Allison Tsai
I’m a Solo, Childless Flyer, and No, I Don’t Want To Switch Plane Seats With You
October 25, 2022
I’m a Solo, Childless Flyer, and No, I Don’t Want To Switch Plane Seats With You
27A, 27A, 27A, I repeat to myself in my head while inching down the airplane…
By Amelia McBride
Here's How To Fall Asleep After Watching a Horror Movie
October 25, 2022
Here's How To Fall Asleep After Watching a Horror Movie
For many, the spine-tingling thrill of a horror movie and the relaxing chill of falling…
By Erica Sloan
The ‘Big 3’ Brain-Boosting Nutrients a Functional Medicine Doctor Says You Should Eat at Breakfast for the Most Focused Day
October 24, 2022
The ‘Big 3’ Brain-Boosting Nutrients a Functional Medicine Doctor Says You Should Eat at Breakfast for the Most Focused Day
We’ve heard it said countless times that breakfast is the most important meal of the…
By Lauren Wicks
How Submerging Your Face in a Bowl of Ice Water Helps Calm Anxiety in Seconds
October 23, 2022
How Submerging Your Face in a Bowl of Ice Water Helps Calm Anxiety in Seconds
Social media (TikTok, in particular) is chock-full of hacks for literally everything. Some are totally…
By Jessica Estrada
Dentists Say Soft Toothbrushes Are Gentler on Gums and Enamel—Here 12 of the Best To Shop
October 22, 2022
Dentists Say Soft Toothbrushes Are Gentler on Gums and Enamel—Here 12 of the Best To Shop
Have you ever finished scrubbing away at your teeth and wondered if you’ve done more…
By Jenn Sinrich
Eating More of This Amino Acid Will Help You Get the Highest-Quality Sleep Possible
October 21, 2022
Eating More of This Amino Acid Will Help You Get the Highest-Quality Sleep Possible
If you’ve ever been driven to do something about your restless nights, there’s a decent…
By Michele Ross
The Intensity of Your Workout Could Determine How It Affects Your Memory, Study Finds
October 21, 2022
The Intensity of Your Workout Could Determine How It Affects Your Memory, Study Finds
While scientists have long understood that exercise benefits brain health, it hasn’t necessarily been clear how…
By Jordan Galloway
Why You Can’t Stop Scrolling on Your Phone Before Bed, and How To Break the Pattern
October 20, 2022
Why You Can’t Stop Scrolling on Your Phone Before Bed, and How To Break the Pattern
It’s certainly one thing to carve out enough time for sleep, but for plenty of…
By Erica Sloan
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