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The case for taking yourself on a solo date—no matter your relationship status
November 26, 2019
The case for taking yourself on a solo date—no matter your relationship status
The crisp air of a New York City autumn screamed romance. I could feel it…
By Mary Grace Garis
The skeptic's guide to gratitude that won't make you want to roll your eyes
November 26, 2019
The skeptic's guide to gratitude that won't make you want to roll your eyes
One New Year’s Eve ten years ago, Janice Kaplan, journalist and author of The Gratitude…
By Colleen De Bellefonds
Why you should eat an egg each night before bed
November 26, 2019
Why you should eat an egg each night before bed
Is a hard boiled egg the best bedtime snack? Nick Bitz, ND, naturopathic doctor and…
By Kells McPhillips
This is your brain on toxic relationships—which are, indeed, super-addictive
November 26, 2019
This is your brain on toxic relationships—which are, indeed, super-addictive
Maybe the toxic relationship you can't quit is the old friend with exhausting drama, whose…
By Gabrielle Moss
Slow wave sleep is the under-the-radar stage that's key for muscle recovery
November 25, 2019
Slow wave sleep is the under-the-radar stage that's key for muscle recovery
It seems society has reached peak-tracking; now we can track our steps, skin health, periods, fertility,…
By Rachel Lapidos
This dreamy weighted eye mask has completely transformed my sleep routine—and my life
November 25, 2019
This dreamy weighted eye mask has completely transformed my sleep routine—and my life
Like all good things in my life, I was introduced to my beloved weighted eye…
By Hannah Weintrab
Yes, you can outgrow your therapist—here are 4 signs it's time to move on 
November 25, 2019
Yes, you can outgrow your therapist—here are 4 signs it's time to move on 
Have you ever stayed in a relationship for no real reasons beyond the other person…
By Allie Flinn
Here’s how your sleep struggles are affecting your skin—and the ingredients that can help
November 24, 2019
Here’s how your sleep struggles are affecting your skin—and the ingredients that can help
If you're one of the 50 to 70 million Americans who has trouble sleeping at…
By Well+Good Editors
The to-do list loophole that lets you feel great about not finishing every single thing
November 23, 2019
The to-do list loophole that lets you feel great about not finishing every single thing
I'm a big believer in the power of crossing things out, and many of the…
By Mary Grace Garis
Drinking Green Tea Right Before Bed Might Keep You Awake
November 21, 2019
Drinking Green Tea Right Before Bed Might Keep You Awake
When it comes to healthy habits for promoting sleep, one thing you can certainly cross…
By Isadora Baum
How this entrepreneur is making yoga more inclusive—one practice at a time
November 21, 2019
How this entrepreneur is making yoga more inclusive—one practice at a time
Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the…
By Well+Good Editors
Want to feel more confident? Ditch your to-do list and try going outside
November 21, 2019
Want to feel more confident? Ditch your to-do list and try going outside
Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest…
By Well+Good Editors
How to set boundaries with family members when you just need some space
November 21, 2019
How to set boundaries with family members when you just need some space
How often is "yes" your first instinct when someone asks you out for post-work cocktails…
By Well+Good Editors
How to Identify (and Handle) Your Emotional Triggers Before They Cause Real Harm
November 21, 2019
How to Identify (and Handle) Your Emotional Triggers Before They Cause Real Harm
Phone calls during the work day. Cuddling in bed with anyone past 11 a.m. The Sundays' mid-90s cover…
By Mary Grace Garis
I Had a Session With a Medical Intuitive—Here’s What Happened
November 20, 2019
I Had a Session With a Medical Intuitive—Here’s What Happened
From shamans and toe readers to crystal healers and beyond, there doesn't seem to be…
By Jessica Estrada
Stuck in the past? Here are 5 mindfulness tricks to transport you to the present
November 20, 2019
Stuck in the past? Here are 5 mindfulness tricks to transport you to the present
Reminiscing about the good old days is harmless and often straight-up mood-boosting. But being stuck…
By Jessica Estrada
I tried the customizable Pluto Pillow and can now finally sleep through the night
November 19, 2019
I tried the customizable Pluto Pillow and can now finally sleep through the night
Earlier this year, while overcome by a fit of rage, I threw out four of…
By Mary Grace Garis
Half of our editorial staff falls asleep using the same white noise app—but for brown noise
November 18, 2019
Half of our editorial staff falls asleep using the same white noise app—but for brown noise
Call me a tough customer, but I can neither fall asleep to the tune of…
By Rachel Lapidos
5 powerful ways yoga benefits your brain, according to scientific research
November 18, 2019
5 powerful ways yoga benefits your brain, according to scientific research
Yoga boasts an impressive 5,000-year track record. As the most popular workout in the world,…
By Kells McPhillips
These two things could be affecting your ability to get a good night’s sleep—here’s what to do about it
November 17, 2019
These two things could be affecting your ability to get a good night’s sleep—here’s what to do about it
Getting out of bed in the morning shouldn't feel like that scene from Titanic where…
By Well+Good Editors
12 holiday gifts for yourself—because sometimes self care requires shopping
November 17, 2019
12 holiday gifts for yourself—because sometimes self care requires shopping
Common pitfall of holiday shopping: Whenever you're scouring the real (and virtual) aisles for your…
By Well+Good Editors
Am I codependent if I just really like spending all of my time with my partner?
November 16, 2019
Am I codependent if I just really like spending all of my time with my partner?
Codependent relationships can look very different, which likely part of the reason many of us…
By Mary Grace Garis
A career coach's 4 tips for job-hunting confidently despite your fear of rejection
November 15, 2019
A career coach's 4 tips for job-hunting confidently despite your fear of rejection
I'm a delicate little flower with serious issues related to handling rejection, and that reality…
By Mary Grace Garis
I tried a hypnosis app for better sleep, and it indeed made me very, very sleepy
November 14, 2019
I tried a hypnosis app for better sleep, and it indeed made me very, very sleepy
I've never been a great sleeper—truly ever. I recently asked my mother if I slept…
By Allie Flinn
‘Body Stress Release’ Breathing Is Like a Good Long Exhale for Every Muscle
November 13, 2019
‘Body Stress Release’ Breathing Is Like a Good Long Exhale for Every Muscle
After a year-long hiatus from meditation, I've finally made my way back to the daily…
By Kells McPhillips
The strongest muscle in your body is also the tightest—here's how to stretch it out
November 12, 2019
The strongest muscle in your body is also the tightest—here's how to stretch it out
Grinding of the teeth, or bruxism, is so common that you might be doing it…
By Tehrene Firman
Actually, casual conversations are legitimately helpful for keeping you healthy
November 11, 2019
Actually, casual conversations are legitimately helpful for keeping you healthy
Society at large seems to harbor a collective goal of limiting human connection as much…
By Emily Laurence
The meditative act of baking bread
November 10, 2019
The meditative act of baking bread
When I was traveling in India ten years ago, I learned a lot about meditation.…
By Jessica Kerwin Jenkins
Book that girls' trip now, because traveling with friends promotes health and happiness
November 08, 2019
Book that girls' trip now, because traveling with friends promotes health and happiness
Any excuse to travel is great, but there are so many mind and body benefits…
By Alyssa Sparacino
3 food rules a dietitian follows for healthy late-night dinners
November 08, 2019
3 food rules a dietitian follows for healthy late-night dinners
For anyone who leads a busy life (so, like, all of us), there are nights…
By Emily Laurence
With CBD burgers and sparkling water on the menu, we have to ask: Has CBD jumped the shark?
November 06, 2019
With CBD burgers and sparkling water on the menu, we have to ask: Has CBD jumped the shark?
What do lip gloss, leggings, and lube have in common? Besides the fact that they’re…
By Erin Magner
4 nonverbal ways to convey max confidence, according to a body language expert
November 06, 2019
4 nonverbal ways to convey max confidence, according to a body language expert
There's the radical thing I've been trying out recently called "looking people in the eye."…
By Mary Grace Garis
Vaginal shame is real—so here's a much-needed reality check
November 06, 2019
Vaginal shame is real—so here's a much-needed reality check
After I first heard of the concept of "vaginal shame," I found myself flipping through…
By Erin Bunch
Has burnout culture made you addicted to ambition and busyness?
November 06, 2019
Has burnout culture made you addicted to ambition and busyness?
Like most freelancers who juggle multiple clients, projects, and deadlines—sometimes seven days a week—I often…
By Erin Magner
Exactly what to do when you need an appointment with the therapist you ghosted
November 05, 2019
Exactly what to do when you need an appointment with the therapist you ghosted
"Why are you the way that you are?" is a Michael Scott-ism that I ask…
By Allie Flinn
8 smart ways to feel like you're on vacation, even when you're not
November 04, 2019
8 smart ways to feel like you're on vacation, even when you're not
No matter how much you love your job, co-workers, and roommates (whether they're the actual…
By Well+Good Editors
Self care over the holidays is essential for survival—these 4 steps will get you there
November 04, 2019
Self care over the holidays is essential for survival—these 4 steps will get you there
Meet Wellness Collective, our new, immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice…
By Well+Good Editors
I tried a heart-opening ancient cacao ceremony and learned an unexpected lesson about love
November 04, 2019
I tried a heart-opening ancient cacao ceremony and learned an unexpected lesson about love
I first learned about the ancient tradition of the cacao ceremony—wherein you drink hot, ceremonial-grade…
By Erin Magner
Waking up in the middle of the night? Your big dinner could be to blame
November 04, 2019
Waking up in the middle of the night? Your big dinner could be to blame
Does 3 a.m. roll around and you can’t help but stare at the wall, wide…
By Isadora Baum
My long hair helped me feel strong against Lyme disease—here's why I cut it
November 04, 2019
My long hair helped me feel strong against Lyme disease—here's why I cut it
I was diagnosed with Lyme disease and babesiosis (a parasite-spread disease similar to malaria) in…
By Tessa Permar
Venting can be super healthy until 1 common pitfall gets in the way
November 04, 2019
Venting can be super healthy until 1 common pitfall gets in the way
Is there anything more gratifying than leaning into a novelesque text-message venting session? Based on…
By Mary Grace Garis
The simultaneously challenging but 'joyful' realities of being a parent with a chronic illness
November 03, 2019
The simultaneously challenging but 'joyful' realities of being a parent with a chronic illness
There are no days off when it comes to being a parent. It doesn't matter…
By Emily Laurence
The surprising restorative power of a self-care box
November 03, 2019
The surprising restorative power of a self-care box
Even if you're generally the happiest person on the planet, you can't escape bad days.…
By Tehrene Firman
How Long Does It Take To Get Over a Breakup, Because the 'Breakup Rule' is Clearly BS
November 02, 2019
How Long Does It Take To Get Over a Breakup, Because the 'Breakup Rule' is Clearly BS
There's no known antidote to heartbreak. When someone you love suddenly exits your life, your…
By Kells McPhillips
What a happiness expert does to snap out of a bad mood
November 02, 2019
What a happiness expert does to snap out of a bad mood
Sure, it sounds like it would be nice to walk around in a constant state…
By Emily Laurence
Tina Fey wants you to know what 'chipple' means—because it makes complaining so much less stressful
November 02, 2019
Tina Fey wants you to know what 'chipple' means—because it makes complaining so much less stressful
We've all been guilty of an "I love them, but" type of ramble at some…
By Mary Grace Garis
The surprising trick that helped me finally master my morning anxiety
November 01, 2019
The surprising trick that helped me finally master my morning anxiety
I am not, by any means, a morning person. I’m actually the polar opposite—mornings crush…
By Francesca Krempa
6 telltale signs you're an empath (in case you're not already feeling those vibes)
November 01, 2019
6 telltale signs you're an empath (in case you're not already feeling those vibes)
Ever feel like your best friend’s breakup is making you ache? Or that the excitement…
By Mary Grace Garis
The most unexpected, surprising quality of each Myers-Briggs personality type
November 01, 2019
The most unexpected, surprising quality of each Myers-Briggs personality type
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator can be a great tool to help you understand yourself and…
By Jenna Birch
Why it’s actually a good thing to be just a little bit narcissistic
October 31, 2019
Why it’s actually a good thing to be just a little bit narcissistic
If there's one word for someone who's just The Worst, it has to be "narcissist."…
By Kells McPhillips
How to best deal with the end of daylight saving time, according to your zodiac sign
October 31, 2019
How to best deal with the end of daylight saving time, according to your zodiac sign
If you've been perusing your calendar lately, wondering, huh, when is daylight saving over this year?…
By Nikhita Mahtani
I thought I was the worst meditator ever until I got Zen in a room with 499 strangers
October 31, 2019
I thought I was the worst meditator ever until I got Zen in a room with 499 strangers
I was almost late to The Big Quiet session I was set to attend, thanks…
By Mary Grace Garis
UCLA just dedicated $20 million to the study of kindness—here’s what researchers want you to know
October 30, 2019
UCLA just dedicated $20 million to the study of kindness—here’s what researchers want you to know
If you had $20 million to study anything, what would you choose? This weekend the…
By Kells McPhillips
How to use your playlist to turn your bad mood around in 3 minutes flat
October 30, 2019
How to use your playlist to turn your bad mood around in 3 minutes flat
Gloria Estefan is my bad mood hero. Allow me to explain: There are occasions where,…
By Rachel Lapidos
Sarah Michelle Gellar shares her two-word mantra to get you through any tough time
October 30, 2019
Sarah Michelle Gellar shares her two-word mantra to get you through any tough time
Want to know what Sarah Michelle Gellar is reading? Watch the full video here. Nobody…
By Mary Grace Garis
How emergency shelters rebuild community for thousands of Californians displaced by wildfires
October 30, 2019
How emergency shelters rebuild community for thousands of Californians displaced by wildfires
As 12 active wildfires burn throughout California, hundreds of thousands of people have been forced…
By Kells McPhillips
Reparenting Therapy Can Help You Heal Your Inner Child—Here's How
October 30, 2019
Reparenting Therapy Can Help You Heal Your Inner Child—Here's How
If you’ve heard the phrase "healing your inner child," but don't immediately understand what that…
By Jessica Estrada
7 tips to help you handle the grief of losing someone once you go back to work
October 29, 2019
7 tips to help you handle the grief of losing someone once you go back to work
Returning to work after losing my mom was a hard reality to face. Being in…
By Raven Ishak
How Many Types of Intimacy Exist in Relationships and What Are They?
October 29, 2019
How Many Types of Intimacy Exist in Relationships and What Are They?
Intimacy is complex and nuanced. “Intimacy comes about through expression of and acceptance of one’s…
By Mary Grace Garis
50 wellness-inspired activities to check off your fall bucket list
October 28, 2019
50 wellness-inspired activities to check off your fall bucket list
There's something about that first blast of crisp, fall air that instantly makes you want…
By Well+Good Editors
Is Everyone This Damn Tired in Their 30s, or Is It Just Me?
October 28, 2019
Is Everyone This Damn Tired in Their 30s, or Is It Just Me?
In my 20s, sleep was my last priority; not only was I uninterested in it,…
By Emily Laurence
What it's like to take a tour of the subconscious with a celebrity hypnotherapist
October 28, 2019
What it's like to take a tour of the subconscious with a celebrity hypnotherapist
Does hypnotherapy work? Watch the full video to learn more about the practice.  For a second,…
By Mary Grace Garis
Psst, there's a psychological reason we're inclined to gossip
October 28, 2019
Psst, there's a psychological reason we're inclined to gossip
In its most straightforward form, gossip is simply talking about someone who isn't present. It…
By Mary Grace Garis
'Social jet lag’ is the real reason you sleep like crap on Sundays
October 27, 2019
'Social jet lag’ is the real reason you sleep like crap on Sundays
Weekends are made for recharging your battery for the week ahead, true—but they're also about…
By Kells McPhillips
This simple trick totally transformed my fear of public speaking
October 24, 2019
This simple trick totally transformed my fear of public speaking
Confession: Like most people—a full 90 percent, according to Forbes—I do not find public speaking…
By Emily Laurence
An optimism doctor explains how to turn around your no good, very bad day
October 23, 2019
An optimism doctor explains how to turn around your no good, very bad day
You know how sometimes you're in the thick of a Misery Day? Like some heinous…
By Mary Grace Garis
A spiritual guide's 3-step hack to help you hear what your intuition is really telling you
October 23, 2019
A spiritual guide's 3-step hack to help you hear what your intuition is really telling you
Selena Gomez not-so-famously proclaims in her not-so-famous 2010 song, "Intuition," Sometimes it's just gets so…
By Erin Magner
Feeling stressed? Try these Ayurvedic techniques to get back in a calmer headspace
October 23, 2019
Feeling stressed? Try these Ayurvedic techniques to get back in a calmer headspace
For wellness expert, writer, and cook Mira Manek, Ayurveda—a holistic medicine and wellness practice from…
By Emily Laurence
The case for being okay with being bad at things
October 23, 2019
The case for being okay with being bad at things
I'm kind of a quitter. In middle school, I quit choir because I'm not a…
By Allie Flinn
'Inside Out' inspired me to anthropomorphize my sadness to regain self-control
October 22, 2019
'Inside Out' inspired me to anthropomorphize my sadness to regain self-control
I've been feeding the void the past few months. Though I'm aware that reads as…
By Mary Grace Garis
These Native American runners are transforming their mental health, one mile at a time
October 22, 2019
These Native American runners are transforming their mental health, one mile at a time
The first time Sarah Agaton Howes laced up her sneakers and decided to go for…
By Emily Laurence
Half of millennials have quit their jobs for mental health reasons—here's what to do if you can't
October 20, 2019
Half of millennials have quit their jobs for mental health reasons—here's what to do if you can't
Recently Harvard Business Review reported on a new survey stating that half of all millennials—and…
By Emily Laurence
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