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Stress Management Is About More Than Relaxation—It Changes Your Body on a Cellular Level
April 26, 2021
Stress Management Is About More Than Relaxation—It Changes Your Body on a Cellular Level
People who manage stress sleep better, get sick less often, and maintain a healthier gut.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Think You Can't Do a Push-Up? This 4-Step Progression Is for Every Body
April 24, 2021
Think You Can't Do a Push-Up? This 4-Step Progression Is for Every Body
Meg Boggs didn't think she'd ever be able to do a push-up. In fact, trainers…
By Erin Bunch
Stressed and Anxious That You're Not Exercising? Science Says You're Not Alone
April 23, 2021
Stressed and Anxious That You're Not Exercising? Science Says You're Not Alone
So, you're trying to reduce stress and anxiety by exercising... but you’re so stressed and…
By Dominique Michelle Astorino
The 'First Night Effect' Is Why You Sleep Like Crap the First Night You're In a New Bed—Here's How To Prep
April 23, 2021
The 'First Night Effect' Is Why You Sleep Like Crap the First Night You're In a New Bed—Here's How To Prep
After so much time spent quarantining and under lockdown, it tracks that you might not…
By Francesca Krempa
The Happiest Year of Life Happens in Your 30s—Here's Why
April 20, 2021
The Happiest Year of Life Happens in Your 30s—Here's Why
For decades, the narrative has been that your younger years are your happiest. That there's…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Doing Household Chores Can Keep Your Brain Healthy as You Age—So, Stop Putting Them Off
April 19, 2021
Doing Household Chores Can Keep Your Brain Healthy as You Age—So, Stop Putting Them Off
It’s understandable if you're conditioned to lament the need to do any domestic upkeep. After…
By Mary Grace Garis
'I'm a Psychologist, and These Are the Benefits of Taking a Social Media Fast'
April 19, 2021
'I'm a Psychologist, and These Are the Benefits of Taking a Social Media Fast'
Social media has been a lifeline to many throughout the pandemic; it's kept us connected…
By Erin Bunch
Jennifer Hudson's Minimalist Skin-Care Routine Centers on This Multitasking Product
April 17, 2021
Jennifer Hudson's Minimalist Skin-Care Routine Centers on This Multitasking Product
For singer and actor Jennifer Hudson, self care is been all about getting back to…
By Kara Jillian Brown
7 Mistakes You’re Making When Trying To Get Your Partner To Communicate Better
April 16, 2021
7 Mistakes You’re Making When Trying To Get Your Partner To Communicate Better
Communication is the key to making any romantic relationship work. That's because if you fail…
By Isadora Baum
Why You Should Always Take a Warm Shower Before Bed
April 16, 2021
Why You Should Always Take a Warm Shower Before Bed
Taking a warm shower before bed washes all of the day's stress down the drain.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Unraveling the Tangled Web of QAnon Conspiracies and Wellness Devotees: An Interview With 'Conspirituality' Podcast Host Matthew Remski
April 15, 2021
Unraveling the Tangled Web of QAnon Conspiracies and Wellness Devotees: An Interview With 'Conspirituality' Podcast Host Matthew Remski
When reporting for an article earlier this year about how fringe segments of the wellness world…
By Erin Bunch
I Never Felt Comfortable With My Sex Moaning Until I Embraced Audio Erotica
April 15, 2021
I Never Felt Comfortable With My Sex Moaning Until I Embraced Audio Erotica
If you haven’t seen that scene in the 1989 rom-com When Harry Met Sally, you…
By Gabrielle Kassel
For Those Who Were There, Stigma Worsens the 'Invisible' Mental Health Fallout From the Capitol Riot
April 15, 2021
For Those Who Were There, Stigma Worsens the 'Invisible' Mental Health Fallout From the Capitol Riot
On January 6, 2021, violent insurrectionists breached the United States Capitol building in an ill-fated…
By Erin Bunch
These Are the Signs That You're Cleaning 'Too Much' and It's Time To Give Yourself a Break
April 15, 2021
These Are the Signs That You're Cleaning 'Too Much' and It's Time To Give Yourself a Break
It's easy to let messes get out of control. When you're spending more time at…
By Kara Jillian Brown
3 Alternate Terms To Help You Rethink Your Self-Care Routine
April 14, 2021
3 Alternate Terms To Help You Rethink Your Self-Care Routine
There's no doubt that as self care as a concept has become commodified, it has…
By Mary Grace Garis
Norma Kamali Has Decade-by-Decade Advice for Aging *Incredibly* Well
April 14, 2021
Norma Kamali Has Decade-by-Decade Advice for Aging *Incredibly* Well
Back when I turned 19, my mother told me, "Happy birthday, Norma! It's all downhill…
By Norma Kamali
How One Social Wellness App Is Transforming How We Stay Connected During the Pandemic
April 14, 2021
How One Social Wellness App Is Transforming How We Stay Connected During the Pandemic
From the incessant Wi-Fi disruptions while trying to work remotely and the inescapable daily pull…
By Kayla Hui
Ever Want To Cry but Literally Don't Have the Tears? Here's How To Find a Cathartic Release
April 13, 2021
Ever Want To Cry but Literally Don't Have the Tears? Here's How To Find a Cathartic Release
Being able to express yourself emotionally—whether in conversation with someone you trust, through an artistic…
By Tamara Pridgett
The 9 Best Linen Sheet Sets To Keep You Cool Through Sweaty Summer Nights
April 13, 2021
The 9 Best Linen Sheet Sets To Keep You Cool Through Sweaty Summer Nights
The summer season brings more sunshine, shorter shorts, and, unfortunately, the onset of night sweats.…
By Saanya Ali
How To Help Someone Struggling With Tough Work Conditions—Without Making It About You
April 13, 2021
How To Help Someone Struggling With Tough Work Conditions—Without Making It About You
It’s infuriating to discover that a loved one is being subjected to less-than-ideal workplace conditions,…
By Seraphina Seow
‘I’m a Functional Medicine Doctor, and This Is the Most Common Sleep Problem Among My Patients’
April 12, 2021
‘I’m a Functional Medicine Doctor, and This Is the Most Common Sleep Problem Among My Patients’
If you're the kind of person who drifts off to sleep easily and wakes up…
By Emily Laurence
This Is How Your Favorite Vegan Chef Tabitha Brown Lets Go of Stress
April 12, 2021
This Is How Your Favorite Vegan Chef Tabitha Brown Lets Go of Stress
If you're anywhere in the Venn diagram of people who find vegan chef Tabitha Brown's…
By Allie Flinn
Age-Gap Relationships Can Absolutely Be Healthy—So Why Do Many Meet Them With Scrutiny?
April 12, 2021
Age-Gap Relationships Can Absolutely Be Healthy—So Why Do Many Meet Them With Scrutiny?
When my partner Styx and I first got together, I considered telling my friends and…
By Jess Amy Dixon
A Breakdown of Sustainability-Oriented Buzzwords, To Help You Understand What You're Actually Buying and Supporting
April 12, 2021
A Breakdown of Sustainability-Oriented Buzzwords, To Help You Understand What You're Actually Buying and Supporting
Along with feminism, Black Lives Matter, and just about any and every other politicized social…
By Erin Bunch
What a Psychiatrist Wants You to Know About BDNF, the Other ‘Feel Good’ Brain Chemical
April 11, 2021
What a Psychiatrist Wants You to Know About BDNF, the Other ‘Feel Good’ Brain Chemical
Part of what makes depression so tricky to treat is that it's complicated. Often, there…
By Emily Laurence
Everything in This Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie Is Good For Your Brain
April 11, 2021
Everything in This Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie Is Good For Your Brain
When psychiatrist Drew Ramsey, MD, works with patients who have depression or anxiety, he of…
By Emily Laurence
3 Calming Exercises To Practice Upon Waking Up From a Nightmare
April 10, 2021
3 Calming Exercises To Practice Upon Waking Up From a Nightmare
There's nothing worse than being jolted awake from a horrible dream. It doesn't matter if it…
By Mary Grace Garis
Panic Attacks Are on the Rise During the Pandemic, With a New Survey Putting the Number at 1 in 3 Americans
April 10, 2021
Panic Attacks Are on the Rise During the Pandemic, With a New Survey Putting the Number at 1 in 3 Americans
Saying that the pandemic has been detrimental to mental health is like pointing out that…
By Emily Laurence
Nicole Cardoza's New Book Teaches 'Mindful Moves' for Kids To Use Every Day
April 09, 2021
Nicole Cardoza's New Book Teaches 'Mindful Moves' for Kids To Use Every Day
Nicole Cardoza has dedicated much of her career to making mindfulness accessible to young people.…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Feeling End-of-Pandemic Social Awkwardness? This Is How To Warm Up Your Social Muscles
April 08, 2021
Feeling End-of-Pandemic Social Awkwardness? This Is How To Warm Up Your Social Muscles
"I feel so socially awkward"—that was the often-repeated phrase at the first pandemic birthday party…
By Mary Grace Garis
This Is the Tea of Choice for Some of the Longest-Living People in the World
April 08, 2021
This Is the Tea of Choice for Some of the Longest-Living People in the World
When it comes to cognitive longevity, drinking a daily cup of tea is one of…
By Emily Laurence
No, It's Not Just a Coincidence—Here's How To Spot and Decode Spiritual Synchronicities
April 08, 2021
No, It's Not Just a Coincidence—Here's How To Spot and Decode Spiritual Synchronicities
According to some schools of psychological and spiritual thought, random coincidences are actually synchronicities—or very…
By Jessica Estrada
I'm a Paralympic Gold Medalist, Here's How I Use Positive Self-Talk To Boost My Confidence
April 07, 2021
I'm a Paralympic Gold Medalist, Here's How I Use Positive Self-Talk To Boost My Confidence
During the month of March, we celebrated Women’s History and honored the strong, courageous women…
By Mallory Weggemann
Research Shows Reading Before Bed Can Lead to Better Sleep—And These Bookworm-Perfect Products May Help, Too
April 06, 2021
Research Shows Reading Before Bed Can Lead to Better Sleep—And These Bookworm-Perfect Products May Help, Too
In recent weeks, I’ve had a few 4 a.m. wake-ups, and no strategy that I've…
By Mary Grace Garis
Up to 98% of Eating Disorder Survivors Have Gut-Health Issues, But Treating Them Requires Extra Care
April 06, 2021
Up to 98% of Eating Disorder Survivors Have Gut-Health Issues, But Treating Them Requires Extra Care
Eating disorders (EDs) are complicated; recovery, even more so. Not only can they be difficult…
By Tonya Russell
The 'Plant for Peace' Is a Common Herb Often Overlooked for Treating Stress
April 05, 2021
The 'Plant for Peace' Is a Common Herb Often Overlooked for Treating Stress
When asked what the most relaxing scent it, it's pretty instinctual to say "lavender." It's…
By Saanya Ali
'I'm a Psychologist, and Here’s How To Protect Yourself Against the 5 Biggest Regrets People Have at the End of Their Lives'
April 05, 2021
'I'm a Psychologist, and Here’s How To Protect Yourself Against the 5 Biggest Regrets People Have at the End of Their Lives'
Imagine someone who is nearing the end of a long life contemplating what they regret…
By Mary Grace Garis
Navy SEALs Use a Technique Called 'Box Breathing' To Relieve Stress and So Can You
April 04, 2021
Navy SEALs Use a Technique Called 'Box Breathing' To Relieve Stress and So Can You
Americans remain besieged by unprecedented anxiety and your personal threshold for stress is probably lower…
By Erin Bunch
Alcohol and Sleep Problems Don't Have to Mix if You Do These 3 Things
April 03, 2021
Alcohol and Sleep Problems Don't Have to Mix if You Do These 3 Things
Science shows that alcohol and sleep problems go hand in hand. Issues like insomnia, excessive…
By Kara Jillian Brown
The One Product Paris Hilton Swears By for Relieving Stress and Getting Better Sleep
April 02, 2021
The One Product Paris Hilton Swears By for Relieving Stress and Getting Better Sleep
In her 2002 book, Confessions of an Heiress, Paris Hilton shared a list of rules she lives…
By Zoe Weiner
How Artist Jasmine Nyende Processes Grief Through Creativity
March 31, 2021
How Artist Jasmine Nyende Processes Grief Through Creativity
After losing their father to COVID-19 complications on Christmas Eve, artist Jasmine Nyende spent months…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Bystander Intervention Training Teaches You What To Do If You Witness an Attack
March 31, 2021
Bystander Intervention Training Teaches You What To Do If You Witness an Attack
On Monday, in broad daylight near New York City's Times Square, a man brutally attached…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Yes, You Can Make Friends as an Adult—You Just Need To Let Go of These 3 Misconceptions
March 31, 2021
Yes, You Can Make Friends as an Adult—You Just Need To Let Go of These 3 Misconceptions
The older you get, the more difficult making (and retaining!) friends can be. And when…
By Mary Grace Garis
How Some Transgender Folks Are Grappling With Gender Dysphoria During the Pandemic
March 31, 2021
How Some Transgender Folks Are Grappling With Gender Dysphoria During the Pandemic
It would be an understatement to say that the pandemic has been particularly rough on…
By Grayson Schultz
My Mentor Has Been My Rock for Years—Now It's My Turn To Support Her
March 30, 2021
My Mentor Has Been My Rock for Years—Now It's My Turn To Support Her
Dear Suellen, Some people say, If you don’t love yourself, you can’t expect others to…
By Joyline Maenzanise
How To Scan Your Body To Learn Where, Exactly, You’re Feeling Grief (and What That Means)
March 30, 2021
How To Scan Your Body To Learn Where, Exactly, You’re Feeling Grief (and What That Means)
While the word "loss" implies that something was taken from us, what often accompanies grief…
By Mary Grace Garis
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow Is Designed To Supercharge Your Creativity
March 30, 2021
This 30-Minute Yoga Flow Is Designed To Supercharge Your Creativity
Few things zap creativity like stress, and the past year has been nothing if not…
By Erin Bunch
Eucalyptus Oil Is the Ultimate Multitasker—Here Are 4 Ways You Can Use It Every Day
March 29, 2021
Eucalyptus Oil Is the Ultimate Multitasker—Here Are 4 Ways You Can Use It Every Day
When thinking about eucalyptus, it's easy for your brain to skip back to kindergarten fun…
By Saanya Ali
Brittany Snow and Jaspre Guest’s New Organization 'September Letters' Shows How Writing Letters Can Improve Mental Health
March 29, 2021
Brittany Snow and Jaspre Guest’s New Organization 'September Letters' Shows How Writing Letters Can Improve Mental Health
In September 2009, Brittany Snow—actress, producer, and mental health activist—made a decision: no matter what,…
By Jackie Martin
I'm a Relationship Therapist, and Here's How To Stop Ruminating After a Breakup
March 29, 2021
I'm a Relationship Therapist, and Here's How To Stop Ruminating After a Breakup
Sometimes, you just can't stop thinking about something—over and over and over again. In the…
By Erin Bunch
Poet Ra Avis Wants You To Understand That Formerly Incarcerated People Are Just Like Everyone Else
March 26, 2021
Poet Ra Avis Wants You To Understand That Formerly Incarcerated People Are Just Like Everyone Else
Ra Avis has been out of prison for five years but still feels the impact…
By Kara Jillian Brown
This Is Exactly What Alcohol Does To Your Brain as You Age, According to a Neuroscientist
March 26, 2021
This Is Exactly What Alcohol Does To Your Brain as You Age, According to a Neuroscientist
The impact of alcohol on your body changes as you age. While some differences are…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I'm a Therapist, and These Are 2 Essential Ways To Start Setting Boundaries Today
March 26, 2021
I'm a Therapist, and These Are 2 Essential Ways To Start Setting Boundaries Today
Healthy relationships with ourselves and others require one thing that many folks struggle with: boundaries.…
By Minaa B.
Spiraling Thoughts Keeping You Up at Night? Try This Breathwork Exercise for Sleep
March 26, 2021
Spiraling Thoughts Keeping You Up at Night? Try This Breathwork Exercise for Sleep
With so much happening in the world—a pandemic, the climate crisis, widespread inequality, and hate…
By Kayla Hui
The World Happiness Report Is Giving You Something To Smile About
March 25, 2021
The World Happiness Report Is Giving You Something To Smile About
Nobody was really roaring in 2020 or 2021, unless you mean in absolute anguish. Nonetheless,…
By Mary Grace Garis
I Wish People Supported the Asian Community the Way They Do Our Wellness Practices
March 25, 2021
I Wish People Supported the Asian Community the Way They Do Our Wellness Practices
As an Asian American, I’ve carried a silent and heavy pain throughout the pandemic watching…
By Sara Ku
9 Bamboo Cooling Sheet Sets That Make You Never Want to Leave Bed
March 25, 2021
9 Bamboo Cooling Sheet Sets That Make You Never Want to Leave Bed
You never quite appreciate good bed sheets until you've experience what a difference they can…
By Mary Grace Garis
Is Post-Traumatic Growth a Thing? Psychs Weigh In on the Potential Positive Effect of Life in Lockdown
March 24, 2021
Is Post-Traumatic Growth a Thing? Psychs Weigh In on the Potential Positive Effect of Life in Lockdown
Post-traumatic growth is a phenomenon that basically gives credence to the phrase, "what doesn't kill…
By Erin Bunch
'I'm a Neuroscientist, and This Is How To Reboot Your Brain After a Year of Chronic Stress'
March 24, 2021
'I'm a Neuroscientist, and This Is How To Reboot Your Brain After a Year of Chronic Stress'
While some of us are deliberately trying to forget the entirety of the last 12…
By Erin Bunch
To My Mum: Thank You for Being Our Good Ancestor, the Glue That Holds Our Family Together
March 24, 2021
To My Mum: Thank You for Being Our Good Ancestor, the Glue That Holds Our Family Together
Dear Mum, On my Good Ancestor Podcast I ask all my guests the same question…
By Layla F. Saad
My Mom Taught Me That My Mind Is My Strongest Muscle
March 23, 2021
My Mom Taught Me That My Mind Is My Strongest Muscle
Dear Mom, It's been some time since we've laid our eyes on one another. Although…
By Tunde Oyeneyin
This Is a Dermatologist's Favorite (and Most Recommended) At-Home Tool—And It's Only $15
March 23, 2021
This Is a Dermatologist's Favorite (and Most Recommended) At-Home Tool—And It's Only $15
If you haven't tried microneedling, it sounds kind of scary. Rolling your face with tons…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'Complicated Grief' Disrupts Daily Functioning in 10% of Grievers—Here's What To Know About It
March 23, 2021
'Complicated Grief' Disrupts Daily Functioning in 10% of Grievers—Here's What To Know About It
The experience of navigating grief can feel erratic, exhausting, and hardly ever linear. But with…
By Mary Grace Garis
Eating Chocolate Before Bed Is a Bad Idea—Here's Why
March 22, 2021
Eating Chocolate Before Bed Is a Bad Idea—Here's Why
Sleep is something everybody wants more of these days. Despite the fact that our bodies…
By Allie Flinn
Decisiveness Is a Learned Trait—Here Are 11 Tips To Master the Art of Decision-Making
March 22, 2021
Decisiveness Is a Learned Trait—Here Are 11 Tips To Master the Art of Decision-Making
I'm someone who agonizes and agonizes and agonizes over the simplest of decisions until I've…
By Erin Bunch
The 5 Best Headphones for Sleep, Because We Need All the Help We Can Get
March 20, 2021
The 5 Best Headphones for Sleep, Because We Need All the Help We Can Get
One of the key components of getting a good night of sleep is, unfortunately, not…
By Allie Flinn
No, Being Open and Being Vulnerable Aren't the Same Thing—Here are 4 Key Differences
March 20, 2021
No, Being Open and Being Vulnerable Aren't the Same Thing—Here are 4 Key Differences
I don't know who needs to hear this (or if the headline tipped you off)…
By Mary Grace Garis
This Well-ified Alarm Clock Will Help You Keep Your Phone Out of Bed
March 19, 2021
This Well-ified Alarm Clock Will Help You Keep Your Phone Out of Bed
This extended period of time spent at home has made me really freaked out by…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Why Jessamyn Stanley Says Chair Pose Can Teach You a *Ton* About Mental Toughness
March 19, 2021
Why Jessamyn Stanley Says Chair Pose Can Teach You a *Ton* About Mental Toughness
When a yoga teacher tells you to engage your core, sit your hips back, and…
By Zoe Weiner
Thank You, Ancestors, for Teaching Me That Nothing Can Break Us
March 19, 2021
Thank You, Ancestors, for Teaching Me That Nothing Can Break Us
Dear Grandmas, Ancestors, Women who came before me, When I find myself exhausted from parenting…
By Chelsey Luger
8 Ways To Support Your Friends Emotionally When You're Also Struggling
March 19, 2021
8 Ways To Support Your Friends Emotionally When You're Also Struggling
Should "bad" still be your default answer to "how are you?" know that you're not…
By Mary Grace Garis
Acupuncture May Help You Have the Absolute Best Sleep of Your Life—Here's How
March 18, 2021
Acupuncture May Help You Have the Absolute Best Sleep of Your Life—Here's How
If being prodded with needles is your worst nightmare, you're not alone—but here's a plot…
By Mary Grace Garis
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