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How Breaking Your People-Pleasing Habit Can Improve Your Sex and Dating Life
April 11, 2023
How Breaking Your People-Pleasing Habit Can Improve Your Sex and Dating Life
As a recovering people-pleaser, I have a history of chronically prioritizing other people’s needs out…
By Ella Dorval Hall
The 4 Foundational Rules Required for a Healthy Friends With Benefits Relationship—And What To Do When Things Get Complicated
April 10, 2023
The 4 Foundational Rules Required for a Healthy Friends With Benefits Relationship—And What To Do When Things Get Complicated
The meaning behind “friends with benefits” often gets bungled based on preconceived notions at two…
By Kate Schweitzer
The Science of Hanger, Explained—Plus How To Prevent It From Taking Over in Any Situation
April 10, 2023
The Science of Hanger, Explained—Plus How To Prevent It From Taking Over in Any Situation
I know I’m not the only person who has experienced the pitfalls of hanger—though I’m…
By Michele Ross
Traveling for an Abortion Adds an Emotional Toll to an Already Fraught Experience
April 10, 2023
Traveling for an Abortion Adds an Emotional Toll to an Already Fraught Experience
Getting an abortion has long been difficult. Since at least the 1960s, people in the…
By Sandra Salathe
This Is Why You Always Fall Asleep During Movies—And How To Stay Awake So You Can Find Out What Happens at the End
April 09, 2023
This Is Why You Always Fall Asleep During Movies—And How To Stay Awake So You Can Find Out What Happens at the End
Let’s set the scene: You’re cozying up on the couch after a long week and…
By Kate Schweitzer
Doing Trampoline Workouts Unlocked My Inner Child and Gave Me a Joint-Friendly Way To Get in Some Serious Cardio
April 09, 2023
Doing Trampoline Workouts Unlocked My Inner Child and Gave Me a Joint-Friendly Way To Get in Some Serious Cardio
The desire to try workouts on a trampoline has been increasingly prominent in my mind…
By Ashley Broadwater
How To Transition From an Emotional Therapy Session Back to Work (or Whatever the Rest of Your Day Holds)
April 09, 2023
How To Transition From an Emotional Therapy Session Back to Work (or Whatever the Rest of Your Day Holds)
For most people, going to the DMV or a dentist appointment probably isn’t the most…
By Nandini Maharaj
As a Norwegian, I’ve Always Taken the Benefits of Fresh Air for Granted. But There’s Science To Back Up Our Country's Love of 'Friluftsliv'
April 09, 2023
As a Norwegian, I’ve Always Taken the Benefits of Fresh Air for Granted. But There’s Science To Back Up Our Country's Love of 'Friluftsliv'
Norwegians are born with skis on, the saying goes. But when people tell me they’re…
By Jessica Furseth
I’m an RD, and Here’s Why I Solely Recommend Adding—Rather Than Cutting Out—Foods
April 08, 2023
I’m an RD, and Here’s Why I Solely Recommend Adding—Rather Than Cutting Out—Foods
As a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), I am constantly hearing about people's diets and previous…
By Natalie Pirolli, RD
When I Tried 'Joy Snacking' for Two Weeks, I Felt Less Stressed and More Present in My Daily Life
April 08, 2023
When I Tried 'Joy Snacking' for Two Weeks, I Felt Less Stressed and More Present in My Daily Life
It's the little things that add up to make a day great. Sure, socializing with…
By Helen Carefoot
Why CBN Is Primed To Become the New Sleep Aid for Those Wanting Quality ZZZs
April 07, 2023
Why CBN Is Primed To Become the New Sleep Aid for Those Wanting Quality ZZZs
CBD has been all the buzz in wellness for awhile now, but did you know…
By Annita Katee
Here's How Taking a 15-Minute Walk Every Day Changed My Life
April 07, 2023
Here's How Taking a 15-Minute Walk Every Day Changed My Life
I've wanted to be consistent with my walking again for quite some time. I'm not…
By Erin Cryder
‘I’m a Sleep Expert—These Are the 14 Foods for Better Sleep That Never Leave My Grocery List’
April 07, 2023
‘I’m a Sleep Expert—These Are the 14 Foods for Better Sleep That Never Leave My Grocery List’
If it feels like getting a good night’s rest only seems to grow harder with…
By Maki Yazawa
I Tried Drinking Kombucha Instead of Coffee, and It Majorly Improved My Sleep Quality and Digestion
April 07, 2023
I Tried Drinking Kombucha Instead of Coffee, and It Majorly Improved My Sleep Quality and Digestion
A lot of people need a cup of coffee to start the day, but I…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
A Sleep Medicine Specialist Says These 7 Cooling Pillows Can Prevent Night Sweats
April 06, 2023
A Sleep Medicine Specialist Says These 7 Cooling Pillows Can Prevent Night Sweats
Hot sleepers know: It's not easy getting a good night's rest. Whether it's night sweats,…
By Kayla Hui
Which of the 5 'Sleep Languages' Do You Speak? Here's How To Tell (and Why It Matters), According to a Sleep Doctor
April 06, 2023
Which of the 5 'Sleep Languages' Do You Speak? Here's How To Tell (and Why It Matters), According to a Sleep Doctor
There have long been a variety of different ways to categorize how you sleep—say, based…
By Helen Carefoot
What To Know About the Communication Practice Called Mirroring—Including When It Can Actually Make Your Comms Worse
April 05, 2023
What To Know About the Communication Practice Called Mirroring—Including When It Can Actually Make Your Comms Worse
Mirroring may sound like a reference to Snow White, or a design choice that makes…
By Gabrielle Kassel
No Matter How Much You Struggle With Sleep, Working Out Might Help You Live Longer
April 05, 2023
No Matter How Much You Struggle With Sleep, Working Out Might Help You Live Longer
We've long known that sleep and exercise are the one-two healthy body punch that can…
By Rachel Kraus
I Started Taking Walks With My Husband Every Evening, and It’s Allowed Us To Connect in Surprising Ways
April 05, 2023
I Started Taking Walks With My Husband Every Evening, and It’s Allowed Us To Connect in Surprising Ways
It started toward the beginning of the pandemic, when the world was on lockdown. Taking…
By Alyssa Sparacino
I Tried Drinking Cacao Tea Before Bed for 2 Weeks, and I Finally Feel Well-Rested When My Alarm Blares
April 05, 2023
I Tried Drinking Cacao Tea Before Bed for 2 Weeks, and I Finally Feel Well-Rested When My Alarm Blares
It’s no secret that most folks in America struggle with getting adequate sleep. In fact,…
By Maki Yazawa
I’m a Therapist, and This Is How To Respond When You’re Not Ready To Accept an Apology
April 04, 2023
I’m a Therapist, and This Is How To Respond When You’re Not Ready To Accept an Apology
It’s true that people make mistakes, but what is also true is that there is…
By Minaa B.
I Thought I Hated Working Out With a Buddy—Then I Made My Sister Go With Me for a Month
April 04, 2023
I Thought I Hated Working Out With a Buddy—Then I Made My Sister Go With Me for a Month
The gym is my sacred space. My AirPods are on noise-canceling mode, my phone is…
By Jessica Giles
Are You More of an Introvert or an Extrovert? Take This Quiz To Find Out Once and for All
April 04, 2023
Are You More of an Introvert or an Extrovert? Take This Quiz To Find Out Once and for All
If you’ve ever told someone that you prefer going out to staying in, they might…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho & Korin Miller
Why It's Actually Really Hot To Be a Goofy Goober
April 04, 2023
Why It's Actually Really Hot To Be a Goofy Goober
Several classic (if clichéd) responses to the question, “What are you looking for in a…
By Erica Sloan
Angel Number 444 Is Giving You the Green Light To Chase After Your Wildest Dreams
April 03, 2023
Angel Number 444 Is Giving You the Green Light To Chase After Your Wildest Dreams
It’s normal to feel worried from time to time. If you’re constantly worried, however, it…
By Rebecca Norris
There Are 2 Types of Envy—Benign and Malicious—But Both Can Affect Your Friendships
April 02, 2023
There Are 2 Types of Envy—Benign and Malicious—But Both Can Affect Your Friendships
Picture this: Your best friend calls you in the middle of a hectic work day…
By Amelia McBride
3 Pre-Workout Breathing Exercises That Will Give You *Just* the Right Energy You Need
April 01, 2023
3 Pre-Workout Breathing Exercises That Will Give You *Just* the Right Energy You Need
Breathing: It’s as natural as, well, breathing…right? Not necessarily, says Nike’s official breathwork coach Stuart Sandeman.…
By Helen Hope
‘I’m a Chef That Spends 14 Hours on My Feet Daily, and I’ve Sworn by These Podiatrist-Approved Shoes To Support Me in the Kitchen for 20+ Years’
March 31, 2023
‘I’m a Chef That Spends 14 Hours on My Feet Daily, and I’ve Sworn by These Podiatrist-Approved Shoes To Support Me in the Kitchen for 20+ Years’
It’s no secret that working in the restaurant and hospitality industry can be grueling. While…
By Maki Yazawa
7 Tips for Managing Savings After Making a Job Switch With a Pay Cut
March 31, 2023
7 Tips for Managing Savings After Making a Job Switch With a Pay Cut
It's time for a switch. I've spent years at my current job as an education…
By Naomi F
I Tried 'Functional Range Conditioning' for 3 Weeks, and It Was Like Boot Camp for My Mind-Body Connection
March 31, 2023
I Tried 'Functional Range Conditioning' for 3 Weeks, and It Was Like Boot Camp for My Mind-Body Connection
I may have stayed too long at the online yoga party. Gotta love how convenient…
By Brooke Marshall
A Woman Who Paints Women: How Portrait Artist Taylor Smalls Celebrates Women Through Art
March 31, 2023
A Woman Who Paints Women: How Portrait Artist Taylor Smalls Celebrates Women Through Art
Taylor Smalls, a woman of color who paints women of color, left her job as…
By Akilah Cadet
I Lost My Salaried Job and Now I'm Dipping Into My Savings—Here's How I'm Working Toward Financial Stability
March 30, 2023
I Lost My Salaried Job and Now I'm Dipping Into My Savings—Here's How I'm Working Toward Financial Stability
I’m no stranger to financial struggles. I’ve been supporting myself in the ever-expensive city of…
By Erin Bunch
5 Ways the ‘Yes, And’ Improv Technique Can Help You at Work—While Protecting Your Boundaries
March 30, 2023
5 Ways the ‘Yes, And’ Improv Technique Can Help You at Work—While Protecting Your Boundaries
Improv comedy is often a punch line in its own right, calling to mind cringey…
By Rachel Peck
Riding an E-Bike as a Plus-Size Person Reminded Me That Exercise Doesn't Have To Make You Suffer
March 30, 2023
Riding an E-Bike as a Plus-Size Person Reminded Me That Exercise Doesn't Have To Make You Suffer
I spent a good part of my childhood having fun with my neighbors. In the…
By Han Schneider
10 Types of Crystals for Healing, Self-Love, Energy Clearing, and Positivity
March 30, 2023
10 Types of Crystals for Healing, Self-Love, Energy Clearing, and Positivity
Given the frenetic energy of the past year, you may feel ready to embrace anything…
By Jessica Estrada
I Swapped My Nightly Beverage for a Cup of Hibiscus Tea To See if It Helped Me Sleep, and I’ve Never Felt More Refreshed
March 30, 2023
I Swapped My Nightly Beverage for a Cup of Hibiscus Tea To See if It Helped Me Sleep, and I’ve Never Felt More Refreshed
I’ll admit: There isn’t much I wouldn’t do to get a good night’s rest. For…
By Maki Yazawa
Walmart’s Beauty Event Is Here—And You Can (Finally) Upgrade Your Self-Care Routine Without Breaking the Bank
March 30, 2023
Walmart’s Beauty Event Is Here—And You Can (Finally) Upgrade Your Self-Care Routine Without Breaking the Bank
POV: After a busy day, you’re *finally* about to sit down, light a candle, and…
By Well+Good Editors
FYI: You Can Majorly Save on Skin Care at Walmart Right Now—These Are The 8 Essentials To Stock Up On
March 30, 2023
FYI: You Can Majorly Save on Skin Care at Walmart Right Now—These Are The 8 Essentials To Stock Up On
These days, it feels like everyone from your beauty-buff BFF to your mother-in-law is insisting…
By Well+Good Editors
Scalp Care Is the Self-Care Step You Might Be Missing—These 8 Budget-Friendly Products Will Change That
March 30, 2023
Scalp Care Is the Self-Care Step You Might Be Missing—These 8 Budget-Friendly Products Will Change That
If your definition of self care is giving yourself the best hair day ever, well,…
By Well+Good Editors
'I'm a Chiropractor, and These Are the 9 Best Pillows I Recommend for Neck Pain'
March 29, 2023
'I'm a Chiropractor, and These Are the 9 Best Pillows I Recommend for Neck Pain'
Every now and then, it's not uncommon to wake up to a stiff or painful…
By Kayla Hui
What Does It Mean if I Have Super Vivid Dreams Every Night (and Sometimes Wake Up Exhausted)?
March 29, 2023
What Does It Mean if I Have Super Vivid Dreams Every Night (and Sometimes Wake Up Exhausted)?
It’s 3 a.m., and you’ve just jolted wide awake from another wild dream. Your heart…
By Julie Weingarden Dubin
Scarlett Johansson Says People Can't Believe How Well The Outset's Blue Clay Mask Works, but I Can Confirm It Shrank My Zits Overnight
March 28, 2023
Scarlett Johansson Says People Can't Believe How Well The Outset's Blue Clay Mask Works, but I Can Confirm It Shrank My Zits Overnight
Confession: For about six months after its launch, I had no idea The Outset was…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
Have the Past 3 Years Given You ‘Pandemic Pelvis’? Here’s What To Know About the Symptoms Experts Are Seeing Everywhere
March 28, 2023
Have the Past 3 Years Given You ‘Pandemic Pelvis’? Here’s What To Know About the Symptoms Experts Are Seeing Everywhere
For people who have to pee a lot, the “camera off” Zoom function may have been…
By Rachel Kraus
We Tried 5 Popular Sleep Wearables To Track Our Zzzs—Here's How They Stacked Up
March 28, 2023
We Tried 5 Popular Sleep Wearables To Track Our Zzzs—Here's How They Stacked Up
The perfect sleeping scenario would look something like this: Crawl into bed, set your alarm…
By Kayla Hui
Why the FDA Approved a Video Game—Yes, a Video Game!—as an Official Treatment for ADHD
March 27, 2023
Why the FDA Approved a Video Game—Yes, a Video Game!—as an Official Treatment for ADHD
Neurodivergent folks nationwide have been struggling to treat their attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in recent months…
By Han Schneider
The Power of a ‘Bare Minimum Monday’ To Alleviate Your Sunday Scaries
March 26, 2023
The Power of a ‘Bare Minimum Monday’ To Alleviate Your Sunday Scaries
Picture this: Sunday finally rolls around after you’ve spent a weekend resting and relaxing with…
By Helen Carefoot
3 Seated Core Exercises You Can Do on Your Daily Commute
March 26, 2023
3 Seated Core Exercises You Can Do on Your Daily Commute
In today's fast-paced world, many of us spend a significant amount of time sitting on…
By Lily Canter
Here's Why Doctors Are Begging You Not To Take Tylenol While Hungover
March 26, 2023
Here's Why Doctors Are Begging You Not To Take Tylenol While Hungover
Whether you're sipping from a fancy glass or gulping straight through the bottle, alcohol can…
By Oladimeji Ewumi
Skiing Legend Lindsey Vonn Has Long Struggled With Sleep—Here's Her Easy-To-Copy Routine That Works
March 24, 2023
Skiing Legend Lindsey Vonn Has Long Struggled With Sleep—Here's Her Easy-To-Copy Routine That Works
If you watched the Winter Olympics between 2002 and 2018, you likely know Lindsey Vonn…
By Hilary Sheinbaum
The 8 Money Archetypes Help Explain Our Relationship to Our Finances
March 23, 2023
The 8 Money Archetypes Help Explain Our Relationship to Our Finances
Money is a big deal; it's emotional; it's highly personalized; and it relates to power,…
By Lia Avellino, LCSW
The Bearaby 'Napigan' Weighted Sweater Is Finally Back in Stock After Being Sold Out for Months
March 23, 2023
The Bearaby 'Napigan' Weighted Sweater Is Finally Back in Stock After Being Sold Out for Months
As a long-time health and wellness writer, I am no stranger to the benefits of…
By Jessie Quinn
Need a Free Midday Mood Boost? Swap Out Your Socks, Say Podiatrists
March 23, 2023
Need a Free Midday Mood Boost? Swap Out Your Socks, Say Podiatrists
A fresh cup of coffee, a hearty lunch, a good stretch. In the middle of…
By Amelia McBride
Why the Drag Ban in Tennessee Is So Dangerous for the LGBTQ+ Community
March 23, 2023
Why the Drag Ban in Tennessee Is So Dangerous for the LGBTQ+ Community
In the weeks since March 2, when Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed Senate Bill 3—which…
By Sara Elizabeth Grossman
Peanuts, Cracker Jack, and… Well-Being? The Surprising Reason You May Want To Start Attending Live Sports
March 23, 2023
Peanuts, Cracker Jack, and… Well-Being? The Surprising Reason You May Want To Start Attending Live Sports
Watching sports has, historically, never been my thing. I hate that somebody has to lose,…
By Rachel Kraus
How the Designer Water Bottle Got Us To Take Hydration Seriously
March 22, 2023
How the Designer Water Bottle Got Us To Take Hydration Seriously
The Stanley Adventure Quencher wasn’t always a hydration status symbol. In fact, the now-widely beloved…
By Jessica Goodman
Okay, Seriously, Why Is It So Hard To Floss Sometimes?
March 22, 2023
Okay, Seriously, Why Is It So Hard To Floss Sometimes?
I honestly don't know anyone with a perfect commitment to daily flossing, even though that's…
By Han Schneider
‘I’m an 82-Year-Old Triathlete and Longevity Expert. Here’s My Top Tip for Staying Mentally and Physically Sharp’
March 22, 2023
‘I’m an 82-Year-Old Triathlete and Longevity Expert. Here’s My Top Tip for Staying Mentally and Physically Sharp’
Today, Joseph Maroon, MD, FACS is an 82-year-old triathlete, former neurosurgeon, longevity expert, and current…
By Rachel Kraus
The Candle Method Is One of the Easiest Ways To Engage Kids in Breathwork—Here’s How To Do It
March 21, 2023
The Candle Method Is One of the Easiest Ways To Engage Kids in Breathwork—Here’s How To Do It
Breathwork is one of my go-to healing modalities whenever I’m anxious, stressed, overwhelmed, or just…
By Jessica Estrada
Nearly a Decade After Embracing My Gray Hair at 50, I Decided To Start Dyeing It Again—And That's Just Fine
March 20, 2023
Nearly a Decade After Embracing My Gray Hair at 50, I Decided To Start Dyeing It Again—And That's Just Fine
Like so many women, my hair was (and still is) an important part of my…
By Sophia Markoulakis
This Is the Best Sleep Position for When You Have a Headache and You’re Just Trying To Doze Off
March 20, 2023
This Is the Best Sleep Position for When You Have a Headache and You’re Just Trying To Doze Off
There’s nothing like the agony of trying to fall asleep when you have a headache.…
By Helen Carefoot
'I'm a Sex Therapist, and These Are the Most-Common Questions Single People Ask Me'
March 19, 2023
'I'm a Sex Therapist, and These Are the Most-Common Questions Single People Ask Me'
Because of the lack of comprehensive and accessible sex education, it can be difficult to…
By Helen Carefoot
I'm in My First Trimester of Pregnancy, and This Natural Rubber Mattress Has Helped Alleviate My Lower Back and Hip Pain
March 19, 2023
I'm in My First Trimester of Pregnancy, and This Natural Rubber Mattress Has Helped Alleviate My Lower Back and Hip Pain
As a quintessential Taurus, sleep is normally paramount to my wellbeing. But after recently learning…
By Jessica Willison-Reyes
How To Use the 'Sofa Theory of Dating' To Find Love in 5 Steps
March 18, 2023
How To Use the 'Sofa Theory of Dating' To Find Love in 5 Steps
There are all sorts of factors that can cause dating burnout and discouragement. You may be…
By Helen Carefoot
Why Your Coffee Maker Should Be in the Bedroom
March 18, 2023
Why Your Coffee Maker Should Be in the Bedroom
I struggle with insomnia. It’s not a constant condition, but it is one triggered by…
By Grace Smith
Meet the 'Magic Linen' Sheets That Are Absurdly Expensive but Transformed My Quality of Sleep Forever
March 17, 2023
Meet the 'Magic Linen' Sheets That Are Absurdly Expensive but Transformed My Quality of Sleep Forever
My bed is my sanctuary, and I take its comfort level seriously. That being said,…
By Jessie Quinn
Do You Tend To Wake Up on the Wrong Side of the Bed? You Need This Alarm Clock With a Built-In Motivational Speaker
March 17, 2023
Do You Tend To Wake Up on the Wrong Side of the Bed? You Need This Alarm Clock With a Built-In Motivational Speaker
Call me lucky (or perhaps chronically sleep-deprived), but when it comes to falling asleep, I…
By Erica Sloan
I Actually Listened to My Wearable's Advice on When To Go To Sleep, and I'm Shocked by How Much More Energetic I Am at the Gym
March 17, 2023
I Actually Listened to My Wearable's Advice on When To Go To Sleep, and I'm Shocked by How Much More Energetic I Am at the Gym
In a dream world, we'd actually listen to our phones and smart watches when they…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
This CBD Balm Instantly Melts Away My Period Pain, and Smells Amazing As It Soothes
March 17, 2023
This CBD Balm Instantly Melts Away My Period Pain, and Smells Amazing As It Soothes
If, like me, you start feeling like a rabid raccoon is clawing at your insides…
By Han Schneider
Sleep Experts Agree: These 8 Best Wedge Pillows Give the Boot to Snoring, Acid Reflux, and Congestion
March 16, 2023
Sleep Experts Agree: These 8 Best Wedge Pillows Give the Boot to Snoring, Acid Reflux, and Congestion
In the market for a wedge pillow? You're in the right spot. Sometimes, a quality…
By Kayla Hui
I’m a Relationship Scientist, and Here’s What Happened When I Went on a New 'Friend Date' Every Day for a Month
March 16, 2023
I’m a Relationship Scientist, and Here’s What Happened When I Went on a New 'Friend Date' Every Day for a Month
There’s an epidemic of loneliness, you know, my clients often tell me. I’m a marriage…
By Marisa Cohen
The Key to More Efficient Surgery Might Be… Heavy Metal Music?!
March 16, 2023
The Key to More Efficient Surgery Might Be… Heavy Metal Music?!
Steady hands are a must for surgeons in the operating room. But how about head…
By Rachel Kraus
I Will Never Be As Strong as I Used To Be. But Reclaiming My Fitness Is My Triumph Over Trauma
March 16, 2023
I Will Never Be As Strong as I Used To Be. But Reclaiming My Fitness Is My Triumph Over Trauma
Content warning: This piece discusses sexual violence. I imagine that many people assume that those…
By Amber Sayer
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