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Turns Out the Climate Crisis Is Disrupting Our Sex Lives, Too
October 21, 2023
Turns Out the Climate Crisis Is Disrupting Our Sex Lives, Too
On a planetary scale, it’s getting hot in here—and not in a fun, Nelly-inspired way.…
By S.M. Osman
These 3 Somatic Exercises Can Help You Navigate the Depression and Grief That Can Come With the Change of Seasons
October 19, 2023
These 3 Somatic Exercises Can Help You Navigate the Depression and Grief That Can Come With the Change of Seasons
As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, the feelings of fall coziness typically…
By Jasmine Marie
Struggling To Maintain or Deepen Friendships? This New App Uses a Personality Test To Help You Form Meaningful Connections
October 18, 2023
Struggling To Maintain or Deepen Friendships? This New App Uses a Personality Test To Help You Form Meaningful Connections
If you want to remind yourself to engage in a healthy habit throughout the day,…
By Helen Carefoot
How Online Educator Blair Imani Safeguards Her Inner Peace When Using Social Media in Times of Stress
October 18, 2023
How Online Educator Blair Imani Safeguards Her Inner Peace When Using Social Media in Times of Stress
In heavy phases of life, when it feels as if weight of the world is…
By Maki Yazawa
Ever Wondered Why You and Your Friends Have the Same Mannerisms? That’s the Chameleon Effect at Work
October 16, 2023
Ever Wondered Why You and Your Friends Have the Same Mannerisms? That’s the Chameleon Effect at Work
My friends and I have shared a lot over the years: dorm rooms and apartments,…
By Josey Murray 
The 5-Minute Breathwork Session That’s Made My WFH Mornings So Much Better
October 16, 2023
The 5-Minute Breathwork Session That’s Made My WFH Mornings So Much Better
Routines are basically the guardrails of life for getting me through the work-from-home day. (If…
By Alex Taylor
New Science Shows Sitting 10 Hours a Day Increases Dementia Risk, but Here’s What You Can Do if You Have No Other Choice
October 15, 2023
New Science Shows Sitting 10 Hours a Day Increases Dementia Risk, but Here’s What You Can Do if You Have No Other Choice
When you think of dementia, you probably imagine a cognitive disease that becomes more likely…
By Rebecca Norris
Can’t Stop Worrying About, Well, Everything? Therapists Recommend Using a ‘Worry Tree’ To Move On
October 15, 2023
Can’t Stop Worrying About, Well, Everything? Therapists Recommend Using a ‘Worry Tree’ To Move On
Did I remember to unplug the flat iron? Is my boyfriend cheating on me? What…
By Amelia McBride
3 Things That Nonviolent Communication Experts Suggest You *Never* Do in a Fight With a Friend—And What To Do Instead
October 14, 2023
3 Things That Nonviolent Communication Experts Suggest You *Never* Do in a Fight With a Friend—And What To Do Instead
Have you ever felt hurt by something your friend did and never brought it up,…
By Eryn Johnson Sunnolia
Surprise: You Can Get 'Love Bombed' in Your Friendships, Too
October 14, 2023
Surprise: You Can Get 'Love Bombed' in Your Friendships, Too
Love bombing—a form of emotional manipulation via over-the-top gestures, gifts, and expectations—is typically experienced in…
By Meehika Barua
How an Emotional Support Banana Became My Secret Weapon Against Anxiety
October 12, 2023
How an Emotional Support Banana Became My Secret Weapon Against Anxiety
I dig my thumbnail into my upper right thigh for distraction, feigning normalcy in the…
By Sarah Lempa
Doing 10 Minutes of Yoga Nidra at Night Cut the Time I Typically Spend Lying Awake in Bed in Half
October 12, 2023
Doing 10 Minutes of Yoga Nidra at Night Cut the Time I Typically Spend Lying Awake in Bed in Half
The term yoga nidra literally translates to “yogic sleep.” When I first learned this, my…
By Brittany Hammond
These 8 Period-Care Brands Will Now Reimburse You for the Discriminatory 'Tampon Tax'
October 11, 2023
These 8 Period-Care Brands Will Now Reimburse You for the Discriminatory 'Tampon Tax'
For the more than 11 million people in this country who face period poverty, being…
By Amelia McBride
October's Birthstones Symbolize Transformation, Compassion, and Tolerance
October 11, 2023
October's Birthstones Symbolize Transformation, Compassion, and Tolerance
October marks the end of summer and the beginning of fall season, ushering in not…
By Danielle Calma
A Surprising Psychological Reason Why You Tend To Overthink? Your Brain Is Trying To Avoid Something
October 11, 2023
A Surprising Psychological Reason Why You Tend To Overthink? Your Brain Is Trying To Avoid Something
It may not come as a surprise that an estimated 73 percent of adults aged…
By Lia Avellino, LCSW
Eating Disorder Treatment Can Be Overwhelming—These Organizations Will Help You Take the First Step Toward Getting Well
October 10, 2023
Eating Disorder Treatment Can Be Overwhelming—These Organizations Will Help You Take the First Step Toward Getting Well
A 2020 report from Harvard STRIPED, the Academy for Eating Disorders, and Deloitte found that…
By Jessie Van Amburg
These Dentist-Approved White Strips Brightened My Teeth Overnight—And You Can Snag 'Em for 35% Off on Prime Big Deal Days
October 10, 2023
These Dentist-Approved White Strips Brightened My Teeth Overnight—And You Can Snag 'Em for 35% Off on Prime Big Deal Days
The pursuit of whiter teeth has traditionally meant giving up coffee and red wine, or…
By Zoe Weiner
I Experienced a Mental-Health Dumpster Fire for Three Years and Still Didn't Go to Therapy—This Is What Made Me Try It
October 09, 2023
I Experienced a Mental-Health Dumpster Fire for Three Years and Still Didn't Go to Therapy—This Is What Made Me Try It
For the majority of my life, I saw therapy as a “good for them, not…
By Eva Rohan
Why Sleep Loss and Mental Health Issues Can Be Part of the Same Vicious Cycle
October 08, 2023
Why Sleep Loss and Mental Health Issues Can Be Part of the Same Vicious Cycle
If you’ve ever tossed and turned all night only to find yourself extremely irritable the…
By Amanda Svachula
How the 'Habit Loop' Helps You Override Your Existing Routines To Create Better Ones
October 07, 2023
How the 'Habit Loop' Helps You Override Your Existing Routines To Create Better Ones
The human instinct to seek out gratification can lead us down paths of wonderful spontaneity—like…
By Sydney Chamberlain
4 Healthy Morning Habits a Sports Medicine MD Recommends To Support Strong Bones
October 07, 2023
4 Healthy Morning Habits a Sports Medicine MD Recommends To Support Strong Bones
For most of us, bolstering our bone health likely doesn’t take the top spot in…
By Michele Ross
How To Accept a Partner's Differences, and Why Your Relationship Can Be All the Better for It
October 06, 2023
How To Accept a Partner's Differences, and Why Your Relationship Can Be All the Better for It
We have gotten conflicting relationship advice. On the one hand, many of us have been…
By Lia Avellino, LCSW
Unpacking My First-Generation Guilt: I Travel for Work and Play—But My Mexican Parents Have Only Traveled as a Sacrifice
October 05, 2023
Unpacking My First-Generation Guilt: I Travel for Work and Play—But My Mexican Parents Have Only Traveled as a Sacrifice
My earliest memory of traveling is visiting my parents’ home country of México when I…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
Trying the 'Cozy Cardio' Trend Made Exercise Fun for Me Again
October 05, 2023
Trying the 'Cozy Cardio' Trend Made Exercise Fun for Me Again
I've tried all kinds of exercise: hopping on the elliptical, yoga sessions, Zumba classes, hot…
By Ashley Broadwater
Want To Double Down on the Mood-Boosting Benefits of Exercise? Try an Affirmation Workout
October 04, 2023
Want To Double Down on the Mood-Boosting Benefits of Exercise? Try an Affirmation Workout
Science shows that positive self-talk during workouts is linked with better athletic performance and motivation. But the…
By Rachel Kraus
Finding the Beauty in My Own Bittersweet
October 03, 2023
Finding the Beauty in My Own Bittersweet
This is the author I've felt trailed by a hazy, gray cloud for nearly my…
By Francesca Krempa
Parents of Kids With Disabilities Are in Mental Health Crisis
October 03, 2023
Parents of Kids With Disabilities Are in Mental Health Crisis
This is the author Compared to parents of kids without disabilities, they face higher rates…
By Annie Tomlin
You, Me, and ADHD: How Dating Someone Else With ADHD Made Me More Sensitive Toward My Own Struggles—And More Aware of My Strengths
October 03, 2023
You, Me, and ADHD: How Dating Someone Else With ADHD Made Me More Sensitive Toward My Own Struggles—And More Aware of My Strengths
This is the author Who knew ADHD could be a third wheel? “Babe? ...Babe! Have…
By Amelia McBride
Eugenicists Shaped the Pathologized Way Many Americans Think About Nutrition Today
October 03, 2023
Eugenicists Shaped the Pathologized Way Many Americans Think About Nutrition Today
This is the author Mixing food with morality has always been—and continues to be—a recipe…
By Anjali Prasertong, MPH, RDN
It’s All in Your Head: How I Fell Into the Common Trap of Self-Gaslighting as a Lifelong Migraine Sufferer
October 03, 2023
It’s All in Your Head: How I Fell Into the Common Trap of Self-Gaslighting as a Lifelong Migraine Sufferer
This is the author Denying my own pain became a coping mechanism for a condition…
By Erica Sloan
I Don't 'Have Autism' —I'm Autistic. Here's Why That Matters
October 03, 2023
I Don't 'Have Autism' —I'm Autistic. Here's Why That Matters
This is the author Language is powerful in its ability to shape how we see…
By Suzannah Weiss
Skin Dysmorphia Is a Very Real Mental Health Concern
October 03, 2023
Skin Dysmorphia Is a Very Real Mental Health Concern
This is the author And thanks to rising rates of stress and social media use,…
By Erin Bunch
Medical Gaslighting Is a Pill Elaine Welteroth Says No One Should Have To Swallow
October 03, 2023
Medical Gaslighting Is a Pill Elaine Welteroth Says No One Should Have To Swallow
This is the author “We are all susceptible, regardless of what level of education you…
By Alexis Berger
Can Your Couples Therapist Also Be Your (or Your Partner's) Personal Therapist, or Is That Weird?
October 02, 2023
Can Your Couples Therapist Also Be Your (or Your Partner's) Personal Therapist, or Is That Weird?
For many, therapy is a safe space; somewhere they can say anything and know that…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
5 Myths About Suicide You Need To Stop Believing, According to a Psychologist
September 30, 2023
5 Myths About Suicide You Need To Stop Believing, According to a Psychologist
There are few mental health topics that are as heavy as suicide. Understandably, the intentional…
By Helen Carefoot
Are You the 'Asker' or the 'Guesser' in Your Relationships? Here's How To Tell—And Why It Matters
September 30, 2023
Are You the 'Asker' or the 'Guesser' in Your Relationships? Here's How To Tell—And Why It Matters
Your coworker got a new apartment, and she’s spent all month telling everyone in the…
By Lindsay Champion
Why Can’t I Stop Biting My Lip All the Time? A Psychiatry Professor Explains the Common Tendency
September 28, 2023
Why Can’t I Stop Biting My Lip All the Time? A Psychiatry Professor Explains the Common Tendency
Biting your lip is the universal body language for yearning, whether that’s for another person,…
By Rachel Kraus
I Dipped or Swam in a Body of Water Every Day for a Month To Test the Wellness-Boosting ‘Blue Mind Theory’—Here’s What I Learned
September 28, 2023
I Dipped or Swam in a Body of Water Every Day for a Month To Test the Wellness-Boosting ‘Blue Mind Theory’—Here’s What I Learned
As a born and bred Floridian, I’ve always felt most at home around water. Starting…
By Grace Smith
Here’s How Warming Up With a Meditation Can Make You a Better Runner
September 27, 2023
Here’s How Warming Up With a Meditation Can Make You a Better Runner
Running and meditation have a lot in common. Breath is a central part of both…
By Rachel Kraus
A Carb-Rich Dinner May Be Just What You Need for Sounder Sleep, Says an RD
September 27, 2023
A Carb-Rich Dinner May Be Just What You Need for Sounder Sleep, Says an RD
When thinking of carbohydrates, many of us tend to conjure feelings of increased energy levels—at…
By Lauren Wicks
What It Actually Means When You Have Dreams About Water, According to Dream Experts
September 26, 2023
What It Actually Means When You Have Dreams About Water, According to Dream Experts
There is undeniable power in our dreams. Whether you’re having a good dream or a…
By Helen Carefoot
I Bought This Touch-Therapy Device at the Height of the Pandemic—Here’s Why I Still Wear It Every Day To Soothe My Anxiety
September 26, 2023
I Bought This Touch-Therapy Device at the Height of the Pandemic—Here’s Why I Still Wear It Every Day To Soothe My Anxiety
A couple of years ago, I was the most stressed I have ever been in…
By Jessie Quinn
Why Bedtime Yoga Does Double Duty as a Way To Prepare You for Sleep
September 25, 2023
Why Bedtime Yoga Does Double Duty as a Way To Prepare You for Sleep
You've tried melatonin and magnesium, taking some deep breaths after you crawl under the covers,…
By Rachel Kraus
Actually, Experts Now Recommend Sleeping in on Weekends—But Only for This Much Time
September 25, 2023
Actually, Experts Now Recommend Sleeping in on Weekends—But Only for This Much Time
There's a reason why "just sleep on it" is such a common maxim in the…
By Helen Carefoot
The Language Around Anti-Aging Has Shifted—But The Messaging, Unfortunately, Has Not
September 21, 2023
The Language Around Anti-Aging Has Shifted—But The Messaging, Unfortunately, Has Not
The quip “aging isn’t so bad when you consider the alternative” is both true and…
By Jaclyn Smock
Vent Writing Is the Cathartic Opposite of Gratitude Journaling—And Therapists Say It Can Help You Cope With Everyday Angst
September 20, 2023
Vent Writing Is the Cathartic Opposite of Gratitude Journaling—And Therapists Say It Can Help You Cope With Everyday Angst
Have you ever written a strongly-worded (read: filled with F-bombs and exclamation points) letter to…
By Amelia McBride
4 Telltale Signs of a Secure Attachment Style—And Why Having One Can Improve Your Relationships
September 18, 2023
4 Telltale Signs of a Secure Attachment Style—And Why Having One Can Improve Your Relationships
The popular discourse around attachment styles might have you think most people have one of…
By Renee Cherry
It’s Almost Time To Pull Out Your Cozy Blankets Again—Here’s How To Wash Them and How Often To Do It
September 17, 2023
It’s Almost Time To Pull Out Your Cozy Blankets Again—Here’s How To Wash Them and How Often To Do It
When the faintest breeze starts to cool the air and a night out requires a…
By Helen Carefoot
There Is Such Thing As Hobby Burnout—Here’s How To Rediscover the Joy in Your Favorite Pastime
September 15, 2023
There Is Such Thing As Hobby Burnout—Here’s How To Rediscover the Joy in Your Favorite Pastime
Creative expression is one of the most sacred rituals in my life, and it’s nearly…
By Jessie Quinn
My Periods Were Full of Painful Nights Until I Found This Sleeping Position That Alleviated My Cramps and Clots
September 14, 2023
My Periods Were Full of Painful Nights Until I Found This Sleeping Position That Alleviated My Cramps and Clots
When I was a child, I remember watching my older sister sleep in a chaise…
By Tiffany Eve Lawrence
To Bobby Berk, Good Home Design Is the Most Profound Act of Self Care
September 13, 2023
To Bobby Berk, Good Home Design Is the Most Profound Act of Self Care
Well before design expert and Emmy-nominated TV host Bobby Berk could identify his instinct for…
By Erica Sloan
Are You Falling Out of Love, or Has New Relationship Energy Just Faded?
September 12, 2023
Are You Falling Out of Love, or Has New Relationship Energy Just Faded?
Marked by belly bubbles and cheek-to-cheek smiles, budding romance is among the most intoxicating of…
By Gabrielle Kassel
If Seeing Someone Else Fidget Makes You Anxious, You’re Not Alone—Here’s Why This Phenomenon Happens
September 12, 2023
If Seeing Someone Else Fidget Makes You Anxious, You’re Not Alone—Here’s Why This Phenomenon Happens
A few minutes into the final exam for my psychology class, I realized I had…
By Nandini Maharaj
Keep Seeing Angel Number 7 Everywhere? Here's Why It Means So Much More Than a Random Stroke of Luck
September 11, 2023
Keep Seeing Angel Number 7 Everywhere? Here's Why It Means So Much More Than a Random Stroke of Luck
The number 7 has a longstanding connection to good luck in the popular lexicon—and there…
By Rebecca Norris
How To Care for Yourself During a ‘Migraine Hangover’—Because, Yes, It’s a Real Thing
September 10, 2023
How To Care for Yourself During a ‘Migraine Hangover’—Because, Yes, It’s a Real Thing
If you’ve ever had a migraine, it’s probably up there on your list of things…
By Korin Miller
When It Comes to Emotional Energy, Are You 'Waxed Paper' or 'Velcro'? Here's How To Find Out
September 09, 2023
When It Comes to Emotional Energy, Are You 'Waxed Paper' or 'Velcro'? Here's How To Find Out
As you move through the world, you’re bound to encounter others and be exposed to…
By Helen Carefoot
One Simple Way To Turn Your Walk Outside Into a Mind-Soothing Exercise? Take It Silently
September 09, 2023
One Simple Way To Turn Your Walk Outside Into a Mind-Soothing Exercise? Take It Silently
If you’re looking for a new way to exercise, TikTok always has you covered. From…
By Ashley Broadwater
My Favorite New Age Spiritual Practices Ended Up Making My OCD and Anxiety Worse—And I'm Not Alone
September 08, 2023
My Favorite New Age Spiritual Practices Ended Up Making My OCD and Anxiety Worse—And I'm Not Alone
I started to suspect I had a problem when I found myself in the basement…
By Eryn Johnson Sunnolia
The Symbolic Meaning of Crossing Paths With a Majestic Praying Mantis
September 07, 2023
The Symbolic Meaning of Crossing Paths With a Majestic Praying Mantis
Depending on your personal view of bugs, crossing paths with a praying mantis could spark…
By Rebecca Norris
Got the End of Summer Blues? You Could Be Experiencing Preemptive Seasonal Affective Disorder
September 07, 2023
Got the End of Summer Blues? You Could Be Experiencing Preemptive Seasonal Affective Disorder
Calling all the summer-loving people out there: If you’re having a hard time right now,…
By Rachel Kraus
7 Before-Bed Routines a Gastroenterologist and RD Do Nightly for Gut Health and Better Sleep
September 06, 2023
7 Before-Bed Routines a Gastroenterologist and RD Do Nightly for Gut Health and Better Sleep
Whether you’re tired of feeling backed up or found yourself on #GutTok, you may be wondering…
By Ashley Broadwater
Why Humming Could Be Your Ticket to Near-Instant Calm
September 06, 2023
Why Humming Could Be Your Ticket to Near-Instant Calm
It’s likely no news to you that we’re living in a time of unprecedented anxiety…
By Iman Balagam
How To Deal With 'Vanilla Shaming'—Because No One Should Be Made To Feel Bad About Enjoying Non-Kinky Sex
September 05, 2023
How To Deal With 'Vanilla Shaming'—Because No One Should Be Made To Feel Bad About Enjoying Non-Kinky Sex
Cultural narratives around sex and sexual preferences have long been weaponized to make people feel…
By Sara Youngblood Gregory
Are They Genuinely Excited About Your Shared Future, or Are They Future Faking? How To Spot the Manipulative Dating Tactic
September 04, 2023
Are They Genuinely Excited About Your Shared Future, or Are They Future Faking? How To Spot the Manipulative Dating Tactic
When you start seeing someone new, the butterflies and excitement can feel especially intense; just…
By Helen Carefoot
9 Leaders in Body Liberation To Follow on Social Media for Education, Inspiration, and Empowerment
September 03, 2023
9 Leaders in Body Liberation To Follow on Social Media for Education, Inspiration, and Empowerment
A 2023 study by the American Psychological Association found when teens are on social media…
By Ashley Broadwater
Got a Song Stuck in Your Head? Here's Why It May Have Spiritual Significance—And How To Decode It
September 02, 2023
Got a Song Stuck in Your Head? Here's Why It May Have Spiritual Significance—And How To Decode It
Before you curse that song that’s been playing in your head on repeat, you need…
By Amanda Lieber
Keep Seeing the Angel Number 6 Over and Over? Karmic Healing Is on the Horizon for You, According to Numerologists
September 01, 2023
Keep Seeing the Angel Number 6 Over and Over? Karmic Healing Is on the Horizon for You, According to Numerologists
The number 6 tends to get a bad rap thanks to the misconception that it's…
By Rebecca Norris
I Got a Massage Every Week for a Month, and Here’s What I Learned
September 01, 2023
I Got a Massage Every Week for a Month, and Here’s What I Learned
I’ve always found lying down on a massage table to be an exceptional experience: For…
By Lexi Reich
If You Have To Do a Working Vacation, Here's Why a Staycation Is the Way To Go
August 31, 2023
If You Have To Do a Working Vacation, Here's Why a Staycation Is the Way To Go
No matter how you plan it, the main purpose of a vacation is relaxation. This…
By Helen Carefoot
It’s Not All About the Kids: Back to School Can Be a Challenge for Parents, Too—Particularly Those With ADHD
August 31, 2023
It’s Not All About the Kids: Back to School Can Be a Challenge for Parents, Too—Particularly Those With ADHD
Schedules, breakfasts, wake-ups, registration forms. Drop-offs and pick-ups and lunches. Getting kids—particularly neurodivergent kids—mentally and…
By Rachel Kraus
The Symbolism and Meaning of a Sapphire, September’s Striking Blue Birthstone
August 30, 2023
The Symbolism and Meaning of a Sapphire, September’s Striking Blue Birthstone
September makes way for the magnificent blue sapphire, which is heralded as one of the…
By Danielle Calma
Adopting an Intuitive Eating Approach Can Positively Affect Your Mood and Mental State—RDs Explain
August 30, 2023
Adopting an Intuitive Eating Approach Can Positively Affect Your Mood and Mental State—RDs Explain
In today’s good news, eating what you want—and when you want, and how much you…
By Ashley Broadwater
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