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3 Benefits of Giving Yourself an Hour for Pure, Uninterrupted Self Care
September 30, 2021
3 Benefits of Giving Yourself an Hour for Pure, Uninterrupted Self Care
When's the last time you gave yourself an entire hour of self-care time? Spending even…
By Mercey Livingston
Meet The World's Best Heating Pad, According to 63,000 5-Star Reviews
September 29, 2021
Meet The World's Best Heating Pad, According to 63,000 5-Star Reviews
Anyone who's ever used a heating pad knows that they're not all created equally. When…
By Francesca Krempa
5 Common Reasons for Waking Up in the Middle of the Night, According to a Sleep Doctor
September 29, 2021
5 Common Reasons for Waking Up in the Middle of the Night, According to a Sleep Doctor
Name me something more annoying than waking up in the middle of the night and…
By Mary Grace Garis
How Digital Therapy Compares to In-Person Sessions, According to Therapists
September 29, 2021
How Digital Therapy Compares to In-Person Sessions, According to Therapists
With the creation of sites like Talkspace and Cerebral, digital therapy has slowly gained popularity.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The 7 Best Breakfast Foods for Brain Health, According to Dietitians
September 29, 2021
The 7 Best Breakfast Foods for Brain Health, According to Dietitians
You already know you should be eating breakfast every day—and that doesn’t mean ordering an…
By Kelsey Ogletree
The Nordstrom Fall Sale Event Has All the Wellness Deals You've Been Looking For
September 28, 2021
The Nordstrom Fall Sale Event Has All the Wellness Deals You've Been Looking For
Aside from the legendary Anniversary Sale, Nordstrom rarely gives us gigantic discounts across all categories.…
By Francesca Krempa
Why Snacking on Hemp Seeds Can Help You Sleep More Soundly
September 28, 2021
Why Snacking on Hemp Seeds Can Help You Sleep More Soundly
Hemp seeds pack a powerful nutrient-rich punch. “First of all, hemp protein is considered to…
By Sharon Feiereisen
How Long It Takes Your Brain To Fully Wake Up and Ditch Fogginess After Being Asleep
September 28, 2021
How Long It Takes Your Brain To Fully Wake Up and Ditch Fogginess After Being Asleep
Sure, you might be physically awake by the time you step out of bed in…
By Erica Sloan
Unwind Inside With Stunning Jiggy Puzzles That Double as Artwork
September 27, 2021
Unwind Inside With Stunning Jiggy Puzzles That Double as Artwork
Give your eyes a break from the screen. There's another indoor activity you can do…
By Francesca Krempa
How To Fall Asleep Faster in a New Environment—And Snooze More Soundly After You've Dozed Off
September 27, 2021
How To Fall Asleep Faster in a New Environment—And Snooze More Soundly After You've Dozed Off
Sleeping well hinges largely on following a routine: We function in alignment with a natural…
By Erica Sloan
This Top-Rated Cooling Mattress Is a Total Steal at $499—Get It Today Before the Sale Ends Tonight
September 27, 2021
This Top-Rated Cooling Mattress Is a Total Steal at $499—Get It Today Before the Sale Ends Tonight
The right mattress makes a world of a difference when it comes to getting a…
By Kara Jillian Brown
ICYMI: These Gorgeous Cashmere Sweaters Are 50% Less Than You’d Pay Elsewhere
September 27, 2021
ICYMI: These Gorgeous Cashmere Sweaters Are 50% Less Than You’d Pay Elsewhere
As soon as the weather dips below 70 degrees, it's officially fair game to bust…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
3 Boundaries To Protect Yourself From the Constant Demands of Urgency Culture
September 27, 2021
3 Boundaries To Protect Yourself From the Constant Demands of Urgency Culture
Over the last year and a half of pandemic-era restrictions, there has been a rise…
By Minaa B.
The Best (and Safest) Heated Blankets To Keep You Toasty and Warm This Season
September 25, 2021
The Best (and Safest) Heated Blankets To Keep You Toasty and Warm This Season
There's just something about snuggling up with a heated blanket that really hits the spot…
By Taylor Bell
Not an Early Bird or Night Owl? Science Suggests There May Be 2 Other Sleep Chronotypes
September 24, 2021
Not an Early Bird or Night Owl? Science Suggests There May Be 2 Other Sleep Chronotypes
We tend to function best when we're operating in accordance with our natural circadian rhythm,…
By Erica Sloan
Kneading Bread Is the Meditative Cooking Act That Gets All Your Senses Involved
September 24, 2021
Kneading Bread Is the Meditative Cooking Act That Gets All Your Senses Involved
Meditation looks like a lot of different things these days: meditation apps, meditation on your…
By Mercey Livingston
What Do Dreams About Snakes Mean? 13 Different Snake Dreams Decoded
September 23, 2021
What Do Dreams About Snakes Mean? 13 Different Snake Dreams Decoded
The mere thought of a snake slithering into your dreams may very well make your…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
Sleep Needs Vary by Age—Here's What Experts Recommend for Optimum Energy During the 9 Stages of Life
September 23, 2021
Sleep Needs Vary by Age—Here's What Experts Recommend for Optimum Energy During the 9 Stages of Life
Myriad factors can affect the quantity and quality of sleep you get,  like your eating…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
8 Stress-Busting Products That Cut Your Morning Routine in Half
September 22, 2021
8 Stress-Busting Products That Cut Your Morning Routine in Half
Whether you commute to the office, work from the couch, are chasing a toddler, or…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
I Was Formerly in the Anti-Bath Club—This Is the Exact Bath-Time Routine That Converted Me
September 22, 2021
I Was Formerly in the Anti-Bath Club—This Is the Exact Bath-Time Routine That Converted Me
I've always loved the idea of baths. Leisurely soaking in the warm, sudsy water with…
By Kendall Wenaas
The Ultimate Body Pillow for Side Sleepers Is Here
September 21, 2021
The Ultimate Body Pillow for Side Sleepers Is Here
I'm the type of person who needs to have three pillows (bare minimum!) to get…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
You’ve Heard About Red Flags in a Relationship—But What About Green, Yellow, and Orange Flags?
September 21, 2021
You’ve Heard About Red Flags in a Relationship—But What About Green, Yellow, and Orange Flags?
Dating is hard. If it weren't, there wouldn't be so many apps dedicated to optimizing…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
'I’m a Breathwork Practitioner, And This Is the Calming Exercise I Swear by When I Only Have 5 Minutes'
September 19, 2021
'I’m a Breathwork Practitioner, And This Is the Calming Exercise I Swear by When I Only Have 5 Minutes'
Life always has its challenges, but the past two years have added a significant layer…
By Erin Bunch
Please Take 10 Minutes to Make These Happiness-Boosting Bliss Balls
September 18, 2021
Please Take 10 Minutes to Make These Happiness-Boosting Bliss Balls
While all snacks have the potential to provide a little momentary joy, some ingredients are…
By Emily Laurence
Deepak Chopra Has the Secret Key To Unlock Your Creativity and Potential
September 16, 2021
Deepak Chopra Has the Secret Key To Unlock Your Creativity and Potential
If you ever feel stuck in a mental rut—within a relationship, a career, or something…
By Erica Sloan
When You Eat Directly Affects Your Circadian Rhythm and Sleep Quality—Here's How
September 16, 2021
When You Eat Directly Affects Your Circadian Rhythm and Sleep Quality—Here's How
If getting a solid eight hours of sleep a night doesn't come easily to you—and…
By Emily Laurence
How an Entrepreneur Manages To Prioritize Wellness (for Herself and Her Dog) Even With a Jam-Packed Schedule
September 16, 2021
How an Entrepreneur Manages To Prioritize Wellness (for Herself and Her Dog) Even With a Jam-Packed Schedule
When trying to amp up your wellness routine, it can be tempting to jump right…
By Well+Good Editors
Not the Greatest Plant Parent? This Subscription Service Just Launched 'Plant Insurance' Plans
September 15, 2021
Not the Greatest Plant Parent? This Subscription Service Just Launched 'Plant Insurance' Plans
For many of us, keeping our plants alive is easier said than done. No matter…
By Francesca Krempa
What Yom Kippur Can Teach Us About Forgiveness
September 15, 2021
What Yom Kippur Can Teach Us About Forgiveness
Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is when many Jewish people repent for sins and…
By Susan Shapiro
Get Lelo's Best-Selling Rabbit Vibrator for 20% Off During Its Major 'Back to Reality' Sale
September 15, 2021
Get Lelo's Best-Selling Rabbit Vibrator for 20% Off During Its Major 'Back to Reality' Sale
Come one, come all. Preferably all, and preferably literally so, since everyone deserves to spend…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
7 Wellness Practices You May Not Have Known Came from Latin America
September 15, 2021
7 Wellness Practices You May Not Have Known Came from Latin America
Few non-Latinx people know that an array of wellness practices adopted by societies around the…
By Lola Méndez
Research Shows Most Romantic Couples Started as Friends (Not To Ruin Your Meet-Cute Dreams, or Anything)
September 14, 2021
Research Shows Most Romantic Couples Started as Friends (Not To Ruin Your Meet-Cute Dreams, or Anything)
For single folks ready to find a romantic partner, dating during quarantine presented it's fair…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
Why You May Feel Like You Need More Sleep When You Feel Sick
September 14, 2021
Why You May Feel Like You Need More Sleep When You Feel Sick
Sleep and the workings of the immune system are inextricably intertwined: When you’re chronically sleep-deprived,…
By Erica Sloan
This 5-Minute Journal Can Soothe Negative Thoughts in Seconds—Here’s How It Works
September 13, 2021
This 5-Minute Journal Can Soothe Negative Thoughts in Seconds—Here’s How It Works
If you're "in the know" on the journaling scene (or have just scrolled through Instagram…
By Francesca Krempa
3 Simple Morning Self-Care Practices You Can Do in 5 Minutes or Fewer
September 13, 2021
3 Simple Morning Self-Care Practices You Can Do in 5 Minutes or Fewer
The set of acts and activities that "qualify" as wellness is multifaceted, not monolithic. And…
By Erica Sloan
Everything to Know About Inner Child Work to Heal Past Trauma and Emotional Wounds
September 11, 2021
Everything to Know About Inner Child Work to Heal Past Trauma and Emotional Wounds
Humans need to feel understood, loved, accepted, nurtured, and safe. If these feelings were lacking…
By Lola Méndez
How to Create a Wind-Down Routine That Eases You Out of Your Workday
September 10, 2021
How to Create a Wind-Down Routine That Eases You Out of Your Workday
Work is like the shady ex from that one Cranberries song: Do you have to…
By Allie Flinn
For First Responders, Exposure to Trauma Is Part of the Job, but It Took COVID-19 for Many To Realize It Isn't 'Normal'
September 09, 2021
For First Responders, Exposure to Trauma Is Part of the Job, but It Took COVID-19 for Many To Realize It Isn't 'Normal'
When most people find themselves face-to-face with first responders—paramedics, EMTs, firefighters, and law enforcement officers—it's…
By Emily Laurence
6 Ways To Support Someone Through Suicidal Ideation
September 09, 2021
6 Ways To Support Someone Through Suicidal Ideation
You’ve likely seen social media messages encouraging people to check on their "strong friends." The…
By Sara Radin
Here's Exactly How Long It Takes To Train Yourself To Wake Up an Hour Earlier
September 09, 2021
Here's Exactly How Long It Takes To Train Yourself To Wake Up an Hour Earlier
In a world that’s very much go-go-go, you may feel inclined (or even pressured) to…
By Rebecca Norris
5 Ways Your Body Is Telling You Your Cortisol Levels Are High—and What You Can Do To Lower Them
September 09, 2021
5 Ways Your Body Is Telling You Your Cortisol Levels Are High—and What You Can Do To Lower Them
Unless you're a unicorn human who lives solely in the chill zone, you know what…
By Emily Laurence
Here's How Long Your Nap Needs To Be in Order To Ease Symptoms of Sleep Deprivation
September 08, 2021
Here's How Long Your Nap Needs To Be in Order To Ease Symptoms of Sleep Deprivation
Living in the always-on, boundary-defying world that we do, satisfying the National Sleep Foundation’s recommendation…
By Rebecca Norris
Overworking Is Deadly Whether You Work in an Office, on a Factory Floor, or at Your Own Home
September 08, 2021
Overworking Is Deadly Whether You Work in an Office, on a Factory Floor, or at Your Own Home
For those who work beyond the standard 9-to-5, the impact of the daily grind is…
By Kara Jillian Brown
How To Push Past 'I Can't Do This' in All Parts of Your Life, From Fitness to Finance
September 08, 2021
How To Push Past 'I Can't Do This' in All Parts of Your Life, From Fitness to Finance
In the seven months since we launched The Well+Good Podcast, we've spoken to dozens of…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Here’s How To Practice 30 Minutes of Mood-Boosting Dream Time
September 08, 2021
Here’s How To Practice 30 Minutes of Mood-Boosting Dream Time
I used to love being alone with my thoughts. (I'm a writer, after all.) But…
By Erin Bunch
How To Avoid the 'Productivity Trap' That Kills the Mental-Health Benefits of Leisure
September 08, 2021
How To Avoid the 'Productivity Trap' That Kills the Mental-Health Benefits of Leisure
With hustle culture too often glorified (despite its link with the health-compromising effects of burnout),…
By Erica Sloan
How Adopting Cats During Quarantine Helped Boost My (and Their) Self-Care Routine In Ways I Wasn't Expecting
September 08, 2021
How Adopting Cats During Quarantine Helped Boost My (and Their) Self-Care Routine In Ways I Wasn't Expecting
Bringing a pet into your home will automatically deliver a sense of self care, because,…
By Alex Taylor
If You Feel Like You’re Peeing Non-Stop, a Bladder Journal Might Help
September 07, 2021
If You Feel Like You’re Peeing Non-Stop, a Bladder Journal Might Help
At some point, you may have experienced waking up in the middle of the night…
By Delilah Gray
5 Signs You're Dealing With Mixed Signals in a Relationship—And How To Deal With Them Effectively
September 07, 2021
5 Signs You're Dealing With Mixed Signals in a Relationship—And How To Deal With Them Effectively
When you get mixed signals in a relationship, navigating how to respond and then proceed…
By Korin Miller
How To Train Yourself *Not* To Sleep on Your Stomach (Because Docs Advise Against It)
September 07, 2021
How To Train Yourself *Not* To Sleep on Your Stomach (Because Docs Advise Against It)
While most sleep specialists would guide you to sleep in whatever way best shuttles you…
By Erica Sloan
8 Foods to Snack on for Focus and Productivity, According to a Neuroscientist and a Dietitian
September 07, 2021
8 Foods to Snack on for Focus and Productivity, According to a Neuroscientist and a Dietitian
Everyone is familiar with The Wall. It may hit you at 2 p.m., shortly after…
By Emily Laurence
‘How Tiktok Helped With My Borderline Personality Diagnosis’
September 06, 2021
‘How Tiktok Helped With My Borderline Personality Diagnosis’
In 2018, after losing touch for some time with reality, I was diagnosed with borderline…
By Meggie Gates
I'm Training for Back-to-Back Marathons—Here's Why You'll Never See Me Share My Pace on Social Media
September 05, 2021
I'm Training for Back-to-Back Marathons—Here's Why You'll Never See Me Share My Pace on Social Media
I'm currently training for two back-to-back, incredibly challenging marathons in Boston and New York City—which,…
By Brooke Ely Danielson
‘Switching Off Digital Autopilot Is the Only Thing That Helps Me Keep My Chronic Fatigue Under Control’
September 04, 2021
‘Switching Off Digital Autopilot Is the Only Thing That Helps Me Keep My Chronic Fatigue Under Control’
After years of going to the doctors and being told my lethargy and brain fog were…
By Roni Newman
Here's *Exactly* How To Buy a Mattress Online Without Any Regrets, According to a Chiropractor
September 03, 2021
Here's *Exactly* How To Buy a Mattress Online Without Any Regrets, According to a Chiropractor
Splurging on a brand-new mattress can be a risky proposition—especially if you've never slept in…
By Kara Jillian Brown
5 Ways To Talk to Your Partner About Actually Sharing the Mental Load
September 01, 2021
5 Ways To Talk to Your Partner About Actually Sharing the Mental Load
Dinner was the final straw. If I had to think of one more meal that…
By Dara T. Mathis
6 Ways Your Body Tells You That It's Running on Empty
September 01, 2021
6 Ways Your Body Tells You That It's Running on Empty
Life is stressful. And sometimes that's okay. But if you're depleted to the point that…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Here’s How Long It Actually Takes To Recover From a Single Sleepless Night
September 01, 2021
Here’s How Long It Actually Takes To Recover From a Single Sleepless Night
Despite our best intentions, it’s tough to escape the occasional sleepless night. Perhaps you burned…
By Erica Sloan
How To Spot an Egotistical Personality—And Protect Yourself From It
August 31, 2021
How To Spot an Egotistical Personality—And Protect Yourself From It
It can be fun to assess your personality through personality tests, like the Myers briggs…
By Erica Sloan
New Study Shows Folate Is Directly Linked to the Prevention of Alzheimer’s—Here, the Top 5 Food Sources
August 31, 2021
New Study Shows Folate Is Directly Linked to the Prevention of Alzheimer’s—Here, the Top 5 Food Sources
Many people don’t think about integrating folate or folic acid into their diet until they’re…
By Sharon Feiereisen
The Real Differences Between Down and Down Alternative Duvets—And How To Choose the Best One for You
August 30, 2021
The Real Differences Between Down and Down Alternative Duvets—And How To Choose the Best One for You
Furnishing a home comes with endless choices, which can lead to some serious decision fatigue.…
By Alexis Berger
Can’t Figure Out Why You’re Upset? Just Look to the ‘Triangle of Change’
August 30, 2021
Can’t Figure Out Why You’re Upset? Just Look to the ‘Triangle of Change’
I can't tell you how many times I've found myself feeling upset, and when my…
By Rachel Lapidos
Being Newly Sober Can Make Dealing With Grief Extra-Challenging—Here's Why, and Tips for How To Deal
August 30, 2021
Being Newly Sober Can Make Dealing With Grief Extra-Challenging—Here's Why, and Tips for How To Deal
Dealing with the grief of losing a loved one is emotionally taxing and can lead…
By Erica Sloan
Here's How To Untie Every Knot in Your Neck in 3 Minutes Flat
August 30, 2021
Here's How To Untie Every Knot in Your Neck in 3 Minutes Flat
Almost every single night, I wind up with the same exact problem: I have a…
By Tehrene Firman
These 4 Nail Polish Colors Were Made for Autumn (and They All Ship Free)
August 30, 2021
These 4 Nail Polish Colors Were Made for Autumn (and They All Ship Free)
As someone who's been wearing acrylic nails for over four years straight, I love to…
By Taylor Bell
Physical Signs Someone Is in Love With You: How To Recognize Body Language
August 29, 2021
Physical Signs Someone Is in Love With You: How To Recognize Body Language
The early stages of a romantic relationship hold plenty of excitement and energy; you’re learning…
By Jenna Birch
Learn how to stand up for yourself with a psychologist's top 5 tips for setting boundaries
August 29, 2021
Learn how to stand up for yourself with a psychologist's top 5 tips for setting boundaries
For many, it's not quite second nature to know how to stand up for yourself.…
By Mary Grace Garis
The Longest-Living People in the World Have These Family and Relationship Practices in Common
August 29, 2021
The Longest-Living People in the World Have These Family and Relationship Practices in Common
The longest-living people in the world know that staying active, eating well, and sleeping enough…
By Kara Jillian Brown
6 types of insomnia exist, and each responds to a different kind of treatment
August 29, 2021
6 types of insomnia exist, and each responds to a different kind of treatment
"Insomnia" is one of those buzzwords with which most of us wish we were way…
By Korin Miller
How To Get Trauma Out of the Body When World Events Are Taking a Toll
August 27, 2021
How To Get Trauma Out of the Body When World Events Are Taking a Toll
For many people, "the day to day stressors of the pandemic on top of world…
By Isadora Baum
The 'Inflammation Clock' Is a Key To Unlock Longer Lifespans
August 27, 2021
The 'Inflammation Clock' Is a Key To Unlock Longer Lifespans
New research published in July by Nature shows that the latest feature to boost longevity…
By Isadora Baum
Find Out How Your Longevity Compares to the People With the Longest Lifespans in the World
August 27, 2021
Find Out How Your Longevity Compares to the People With the Longest Lifespans in the World
I have a pretty bad case of existential denial. If anyone's going to make me…
By Kells McPhillips
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