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October 01, 2022
How To Tell if Someone Is Manipulating You, According to Psychologists
Manipulation, whether subtle or outright, occurs in our personal relationships all the time. Maybe a…
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Annita Katee
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October 01, 2022
5 Sneaky Ways Your Mind Sabotages Your Spending (and Keeps You in Debt)
If news of a looming recession has you feeling stressed about your finances, know you're…
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Annita Katee
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September 30, 2022
What It Really Means To 'Sleep Like a Baby,' According to Doctors—And, Crucially, How To Do It
The phrase “sleep like a baby” is often used to describe having a really great…
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Korin Miller
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September 30, 2022
The 8 Things That Actually Helped Me Get Some Sleep With a Newborn
I was three weeks into being a new mom when I became convinced that the…
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Jennifer Heimlich
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September 30, 2022
The Numerology Meaning of 2022: What To Expect for the Rest of the Year, According to a Numerologist
The year 2020 was a big year of challenges for a number of reasons, many…
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Jessica Estrada
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September 29, 2022
5 Legitimately Helpful Ways To Support Parents With a Baby in the NICU
Following the physical and emotional journey of giving birth, the moment when a parent can…
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Erica Sloan
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September 29, 2022
Since My Dad's Death, Running Has Become an Essential Way To Cope With My Grief
I don’t remember exactly when or why I broke the colander. But I do remember…
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Alex Valk
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September 28, 2022
Why We Have To Stop Using the Word 'Clean' To Describe Someone's STI Status
Has anyone ever called you dirty when you've been sick with a cold or the…
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Rachel Wright
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September 28, 2022
Hooked on Wellness: Is Our Obsession With Health Becoming Unhealthy?
At its core, the world of wellness promises at least one thing to its devotees:…
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Amelia McBride
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September 28, 2022
Why You Might Project Your Feelings Onto Others—And a 5-Step Process From a Therapist To Help You Stop
As humans, we are hard-wired to protect ourselves from pain—physically, mentally, and emotionally. One way…
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Lia Avellino, LCSW
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September 28, 2022
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist, and This Is the Best (and Worst) Sleep Position for Smooth Digestion’
If you’re on a mission to improve your digestion, let me clue you in on…
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Michele Ross
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September 28, 2022
Smiling Is Said To Make You a More Efficient Runner, So I Tried It
There are many special things about marathon world record holder Eliud Kipchoge—but his smile may…
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Kells McPhillips
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September 26, 2022
Joe Jonas's Morning Rituals Are All About Supporting His Mental Health
Joe Jonas is one busy man. He's starring in the upcoming war drama Devotion, he…
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Kayla Hui
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September 26, 2022
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September 25, 2022
Nightmares and ‘Night Terrors’ Are Not the Same Thing—Here’s the Difference (and How To Cope)
Maybe your teeth have fallen out, you’ve been chased, or found yourself naked in public.…
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Annita Katee
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September 23, 2022
Flint Now Has Clean Water—But 1 in 4 Residents Reported PTSD Symptoms Years After the Crisis Ended
Nothing about the Flint, Michigan water crisis was discrete or isolated in nature. After city…
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Erica Sloan
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September 22, 2022
How To Stay Mentally Sharp As You Age, According to a Psychiatrist and a Neurologist
It was once long believed—by the average person and by brain health experts—that each person…
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Emily Laurence
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September 21, 2022
These Scientists Developed a 'Longevity Calculator'—Here's What You'll Learn From It
It's probably safe to say that most people want to extend their time here on…
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Erin Bunch
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September 21, 2022
Bearaby Just Launched the Cuddliest Body Pillow To Melt Away All Your Morning Aches and Pains
Much to the chagrin of my chiropractor, dermatologist, and Miguel, my deep tissue massage guy,…
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Megan McCarty
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September 20, 2022
These 6 Zodiac Signs Are Most Likely To Be Empaths
If you’re someone who can easily read the “vibe” of a room or pick up…
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Mary Grace Garis
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September 20, 2022
5 Ways To Support Brain Health, According to a Neuroscientist
Despite feeling like the biggest brainiac in the world when you solve your Wordle puzzle…
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September 20, 2022
4 Key Reasons Why Maintaining Mobility As You Age Can Boost Your Longevity
Though aerobic exercise and popular fitness indicators like balance and grip strength are regularly touted…
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Erica Sloan
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September 19, 2022
How the Very Name of 'Monkeypox' Contributes to Racial Disparities in Health Care
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), people can transmit monkeypox via skin-to-skin contact, respiratory…
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Akilah Cadet
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September 19, 2022
4 Drink Habits That Will *Seriously* Improve Your Sleep Quality
If you’re not yet hacking your beverage game to support a good night’s rest, now’s…
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Michele Ross
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September 18, 2022
The 'Wall Test' Will Tell You How You View the World—Here's How To Do It in 2 Minutes
Judging by our collective fascination with Myers-Briggs, enneagrams, attachment styles, and love languages, it's safe…
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Jessica Estrada
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September 15, 2022
I Tried This $25 Knee Pillow, and My Night's Sleep Has Never Been Better (Plus, My Back Pain Has Vanished)
As a runner, weightlifter, and jump rope enthusiast, I'm no stranger to the occasional back pulls,…
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Kayla Hui
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September 15, 2022
The Differences Between Hypersexuality, Sex Addiction, and Compulsive Sexual Behavior, According to Sex Therapists
Choose your words wisely. Semantics do, in fact, matter—especially when it comes to contentious issues…
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Rebecca Norris
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September 15, 2022
5 Retirement Planning Mistakes to Avoid, According to Financial Planners
Saving for retirement is one of those pursuits that can be hard to wrap your…
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Kells McPhillips
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September 15, 2022
What an Internal Medicine Doctor Eats Every Day for Optimal Mood Balance and Mental Health
As our summer Fridays are all dried up and we’re preparing for busier-than-ever holiday months…
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Lauren Wicks
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September 15, 2022
Break the Cycle of Perfectionism With These 3 Radical Self-Acceptance Practices
Perfectionism is a tight, heavy energy that can remove joy from everyday moments and special…
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Kimberly Snyder
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September 14, 2022
Can’t Stop Scrolling? Maybe It’s Time for a Social Media Break
Thanks to the invention of infinite scrolling, social media platforms present a never-ending loop of…
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Amelia McBride
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September 14, 2022
6 Ways To Reap the Calming Effects of Water Without Actually Being Near It
It's not a new revelation that being near water connects to a bevy of health…
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Pippa Best
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September 13, 2022
9 Corn-y Wellness Products That Absolutely Have *The Juice* for Those Who Still Have the Corn Song Stuck in Their Head
For what feels like forever, "It's Corn!" has been stuck on repeat in our heads.…
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Francesca Krempa
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September 12, 2022
7 Conversations To Have With Loved Ones Before They Pass, According to a Grief Counselor
Whether or not you felt personally affected by news of Queen Elizabeth's recent passing, it's…
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Ashley Broadwater
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September 12, 2022
10 Travelers Share Why They Take the Same Annual Vacation, Year After Year
Each year growing up, my parents, my two siblings, and I made the two-hour drive…
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Francesca Krempa
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September 12, 2022
New Hotel Designs Are Embracing Your Brain's Preference for Round, Curvy Shapes
Have you ever entered a colorful, flashy nightclub and felt a giddy excitement propel you…
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Bonnie Culbertson
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September 10, 2022
Why People Are 'Reverse Catfishing' on Dating Apps—And Whether It's Ethical
My friend Stephanie met a guy on Coffee Meets Bagel. His pictures were "average-looking" but…
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Jillian Pretzel
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September 09, 2022
How To Tell if Someone Is Lying to You, According to a Communication Pathologist and Cognitive Neuroscientist
Communicative pathologist and cognitive neuroscientist Caroline Leaf, PhD, says there are slew of speech patterns,…
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Rebecca Norris
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September 09, 2022
Why Spending *Less* Overall Time in Bed Could Help You Fall Asleep More Easily
There's perhaps nothing more frustrating than getting into bed at a reasonable time, eager to…
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Erica Sloan
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September 09, 2022
‘I'm a Neuroscientist, and This Is the One Thing I Do Every Day To Support Brain Health’
Whether it’s self-identifying as a bookworm, a Sudoku lover, or a trivia champ, there are…
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September 08, 2022
The Stress and Dandruff Connection—and How to Break the Cycle
There's nothing like a bout of full-body anxiety to remind you that your psychology and…
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September 08, 2022
How I Identified Narcissistic Abuse in My Romantic Relationship and Got Out
When I first met my ex, I found him smart, charming, and with an infectious…
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Meehika Barua
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September 07, 2022
The Brand Behind Meghan Markle's Favorite Cleanser Just Launched a Line of Stress-Busting Body Care Products
Over the course of the past 13 years, J-beauty brand Tatcha amassed quite the A-list…
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Kara Jillian Brown
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September 07, 2022
3 'Rules' About Eating for Better Sleep That You Can Definitely Ignore
It’s no surprise that we all need enough high-quality shuteye to feel and function our…
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Michele Ross
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September 06, 2022
I May Be Over 40, but I Will *Never* Stop Wearing Bright, Colorful Makeup—Here's Why
Recently, I came across an advertisement for a line of makeup specifically meant for “mature”…
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Katy Kostakis
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September 06, 2022
7 Under-$50 Self-Care Brands Meghan Markle Swears By (And Now, So Do We)
The Markle sparkle is real. There’s an undeniable glow to everyone’s favorite royal rebel, especially now…
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Megan McCarty
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September 05, 2022
4 Stretches To Try in Bed Next Time You Can't Get Comfortable Enough To Fall Asleep
If you’ve ever noticed that, as soon as you slip under the covers at night, your…
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Amber Sayer
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September 05, 2022
Feeling Traumatized After a Breakup With an Abusive Partner? Here's What You Need To Know About Post-Traumatic Relationship Syndrome
While it’s no easy feat, getting out of a toxic or abusive relationship is an…
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Ashley Broadwater
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September 02, 2022
Can You Ever Really Get ‘Used To’ Less Sleep? Here’s What Sleep Specialists Say
Do a brief Google search for the effects of sleep loss, and you’ll likely come…
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Erica Sloan
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September 01, 2022
Labor Day Mattress Sales Are Here—Snag These Deals To Get the Best Sleep Yet
Labor Day weekend 2022 is here, and you know what that means: Labor Day mattress…
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Francesca Krempa
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September 01, 2022
The 'Big 3' Nutrients Known To Help Boost Your Mood, According to an Internal Medicine Physician
If you want to brighten your mood, you have options: You could get your happy…
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Kells McPhillips
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August 31, 2022
New Research Reveals Why It Can Be So Hard To Make Decisions After a Long Workday
There’s a certain kind of bleh feeling that arrives after a mentally taxing day. It’s…
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Erica Sloan
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August 30, 2022
37 Labor Day Wellness Sales That'll Make the End of Summer a Little Less Bittersweet
Labor Day Weekend is finally here, and with it, the *supposed* end of summer. While…
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Gina Vaynshteyn
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August 29, 2022
New Research Explains Why Exercise Can Boost Your Brain Function, Memory, and Mood
We know working out is good for your body. But there’s a new study that explains why exercise…
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Rachel Kraus
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August 26, 2022
Black Women Face Unique Barriers to Breastfeeding—Here's What I Wish I'd Known
Breastfeeding is the hardest thing you’ll do until your child becomes a teenager, said the…
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Shanetta McDonald
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August 26, 2022
Can Extroverts Get Socially Exhausted?
For the classic extrovert, committing to a social outing or event is a no-brainer. After…
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Erica Sloan
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August 26, 2022
6 Cooling Bedtime Snacks Packed With Sleep-Boosting Nutrients To Help Keep Those Restless Sweaty Nights at Bay
The warmer months can feel like the best time of the year—festivities arise, farmer markets…
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Alondra Segoviano
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August 23, 2022
How You Exercise Impacts Your Mental Health—3 Surprising Findings From a Movement Therapist
Physical activity is good for you, there’s no arguing with that. But Erica Hornthal, LCPC,…
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Lauren Wingenroth
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August 23, 2022
I’m Typically a Sweaty Sleeper—But Parachute’s New Cloud-Light Pajamas Keep Me Cool and Comfy as Can Be
The folks at home linens brand Parachute know a thing or two about feeling comfortable…
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Erica Sloan
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August 22, 2022
Quiz: What Sleep Solution Do You Need To Catch Better Zzzs?
Your body is begging for rest, but your mind is doing acrobatics. You’re sweaty under…
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August 22, 2022
3 Well+Good Editors on the One Self-Care Tip They Swear By
If you've been on TikTok today or, um, the internet in the last several years,…
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August 21, 2022
When OOO, Do You Unplug or Plug In? Here's How To Actually Disconnect During Vacay
With August underway, professionals are preparing to swap work days for some well-deserved vacation time.…
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Janel Martinez
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August 20, 2022
'I'm a Trauma Therapist, and This Is the One Component of Interpersonal Relationships Many of Us Don't Know We've Been Missing'
While many of us are well-versed in love languages and attachment styles as ways to…
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Jessica Estrada
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August 20, 2022
How To Avoid Social Exhaustion as an Introvert—Without Totally Ghosting Your Friends and Family
If you’re an introvert, you might frequently find yourself in a bit of a social…
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Erica Sloan
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August 19, 2022
7 Pillows on Amazon That Over 70,000 Shoppers Say *Actually* Help Improve Their Quality of Sleep
If you’re tossing and turning all night, and finding that you’re perpetually exhausted every morning,…
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Emily Orofino
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August 17, 2022
Are You a Maximizer or a Satisficer? The 2 Types of Decision Makers and How They Make Life Choices
Whether you’re choosing what to order at a restaurant, where to go on vacation, or…
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Rachel Kraus
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August 17, 2022
If Stress Is Causing You To Lie Awake at Night, Try This Functional Medicine Doctor’s Brilliant Before-Bed Fix
Sleeping through the night is one of those things that's easy to take for granted...…
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Kells McPhillips
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August 17, 2022
11 Public Speaking Tips To Help You Crush Your Next Presentation
Like many people, I’ve never been a huge fan of public speaking. There’s something so…
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Rebecca Norris
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August 16, 2022
Cherry Water Is the Refreshing Summery Beverage You Should Be Drinking as You Wind Down—Here's Why
Cherries at bedtime are *always* a good idea. Because they are rich in melatonin—a hormone…
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Nathalie Alonso
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August 16, 2022
‘I’m a Dietitian, and These Are the 5 Brain-Boosting Beverages I Drink To Support My Cognitive Health As I Age’
Health experts routinely advise upping your intake of foods packed with brain-boosting nutrients, which include…
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Michele Ross
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August 16, 2022
I’m Disabled and Proud—But Society’s Views of Disability Made It Hard for Me To Feel That Way
This month marks my fifth anniversary of being disabled. Five years of sadness, frustration, joy,…
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Akilah Cadet
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August 15, 2022
Comedian Elyse Myers Is on a Mission to Make Talking About Mental Health as Normal as Talking About the Weather
Generations of comics past have earned their stripes by working the late-night comedy circuit and…
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Kells McPhillips
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