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Perimenopausal depression is the side effect many women don’t see coming
September 24, 2019
Perimenopausal depression is the side effect many women don’t see coming
Thanks in part to the period positivity movement, it’s normal (and welcome!) for people to…
By Amy Barnes
4 ways to boost your adaptability quotient, the more—wait for it—adaptable cousin of IQ
September 23, 2019
4 ways to boost your adaptability quotient, the more—wait for it—adaptable cousin of IQ
The real world does not suffer those who can't keep up—especially at work. There's always…
By Mary Grace Garis
Biphobia in medical spaces makes getting mental and physical health care that much harder for bisexual people
September 23, 2019
Biphobia in medical spaces makes getting mental and physical health care that much harder for bisexual people
Rose*, a 31-year-old bi+ woman who has struggled with depression for most of her life,…
By Elly Belle
3 therapists get real about what they're actually writing down while you're talking
September 23, 2019
3 therapists get real about what they're actually writing down while you're talking
It happens in most therapy sessions: You sit there, talking about your thoughts and feelings…
By Korin Miller
I'm an Ayurvedic Practitioner, and Here's the Most Common Sleep Issue Each Dosha Struggles With
September 22, 2019
I'm an Ayurvedic Practitioner, and Here's the Most Common Sleep Issue Each Dosha Struggles With
Ayurveda is a holistic healing practice that originated in India more than 5,000 years ago.…
By Mary Grace Garis
Yale's happiness expert says embracing 'time affluence' can maximize vacation happiness
September 22, 2019
Yale's happiness expert says embracing 'time affluence' can maximize vacation happiness
Radical suggestion for your next vacation: Toss your travel itinerary, delete your friend's email full…
By Mary Grace Garis
Learn to relax in the absolute best way for your specific Myers-Briggs personality
September 20, 2019
Learn to relax in the absolute best way for your specific Myers-Briggs personality
Everyone has different go-to methods for blowing off steam. Some like to be social with…
By Jenna Birch
Crying at Work is Only Stigmatized Because Offices Cater to the Male Experience
September 20, 2019
Crying at Work is Only Stigmatized Because Offices Cater to the Male Experience
Though it's not an everyday occurrence, I wont lie to you: I've done my fair…
By Raven Ishak
To sip on the safe side of sleeping, here's the time of day you should stop drinking coffee
September 19, 2019
To sip on the safe side of sleeping, here's the time of day you should stop drinking coffee
Some people swear they can drink coffee all day—even after dinner—and still drift off to…
By Emily Laurence
There are 7 different types of rest—this quiz reveals which you need right now
September 19, 2019
There are 7 different types of rest—this quiz reveals which you need right now
I always smash the "Like" button when a photo of a cushy twinkle-light adorned bedroom…
By Mary Grace Garis
Scuba diving in the Caribbean gave me the meditative experience I didn't sign up for
September 18, 2019
Scuba diving in the Caribbean gave me the meditative experience I didn't sign up for
When I arrived in Utila, Honduras—one of country's three Bay Islands, which are located in…
By Jaime Brockway
Your friendly neighborhood pharmacist is an under-utilized healthcare hero
September 18, 2019
Your friendly neighborhood pharmacist is an under-utilized healthcare hero
If you're anything like me, you use your pharmacy mainly for filling prescriptions, buying supplements,…
By Erin Bunch
Try this two-minute trick for turning insecurities into confidence
September 18, 2019
Try this two-minute trick for turning insecurities into confidence
It can be easy to let seemingly harmless thoughts (like wondering why your skin won't…
By Well+Good Editors
Rest easy thanks to 3 chiropractor-approved rules for selecting the perfect pillow
September 18, 2019
Rest easy thanks to 3 chiropractor-approved rules for selecting the perfect pillow
My boyfriend and I have our our sleep setup worked out perfectly, except we disagree…
By Rachel Lapidos
Memorize this one phrase to stop boundary-crossers in their tracks
September 18, 2019
Memorize this one phrase to stop boundary-crossers in their tracks
When someone treads all over my clearly-drawn boundaries, I'm usually too shocked to speak for…
By Kells McPhillips
I struggle with a mental health issue—does my boss need to know?
September 18, 2019
I struggle with a mental health issue—does my boss need to know?
Mental health doesn’t take a day off, and no one knows that better than the…
By Aly Semigran
Can air purifiers help you sleep? I took one for a test-spin to find out
September 17, 2019
Can air purifiers help you sleep? I took one for a test-spin to find out
I don't have many talents, but sleep is definitely one of them. On any sleepover…
By Erin Flynn
The meaning of gratitude is expansive—but here are 4 things it definitely is not
September 17, 2019
The meaning of gratitude is expansive—but here are 4 things it definitely is not
Gratitude isn't necessarily displaying a throw pillow that reads "Don't cry because it's over, smile…
By Mary Grace Garis
The 8 best ‘Friends’ moments that double as legitimately helpful wellness tips
September 17, 2019
The 8 best ‘Friends’ moments that double as legitimately helpful wellness tips
In the 25 years since the September 22, 1994, premiere of Friends on NBC, the…
By Aly Semigran
The top 3 things Simone Biles does every day to prioritize her health and wellness
September 17, 2019
The top 3 things Simone Biles does every day to prioritize her health and wellness
When I watched the video of Simone Biles competing in the 2019 U.S. Gymnastics Championship…
By Allie Flinn
The Easiest Habit To Adopt To Improve Your Worst Days? Thinking Kind Thoughts About Others
September 16, 2019
The Easiest Habit To Adopt To Improve Your Worst Days? Thinking Kind Thoughts About Others
Right now, my life is amid a phase of change—and I'm personally predisposed to hate…
By Mary Grace Garis
There's a fine line between giving support and attempting to 'rescue' someone—have you crossed it?
September 16, 2019
There's a fine line between giving support and attempting to 'rescue' someone—have you crossed it?
An armor-clad rescuer fighting off fire-breathing beasts in an effort to save the princess trapped…
By Kells McPhillips
If employers can commit to these 10 culture goals, a burnout-free workplace is possible
September 16, 2019
If employers can commit to these 10 culture goals, a burnout-free workplace is possible
"I'm so burned out," is a phrase many of us have called upon to describe…
By Erin Bunch
Sorry chamomile, but banana peel tea is the brew you should sip before bed
September 15, 2019
Sorry chamomile, but banana peel tea is the brew you should sip before bed
Teas have long been used to serve as aids for everything from better energy (matcha!)…
By Emily Laurence
A chef-turned-CEO shares the secret to activating your inner muse
September 15, 2019
A chef-turned-CEO shares the secret to activating your inner muse
While self care is highly personal in terms of what it means, often it's built…
By Mary Grace Garis
30 percent of millennials are lonely, but that's not necessarily a bad thing
September 13, 2019
30 percent of millennials are lonely, but that's not necessarily a bad thing
When YouGov released its survey of 1,254 adults this summer, the results—which found that 30…
By Zoe Weiner
How to strength train your 'emotional resilience' before disaster strikes
September 13, 2019
How to strength train your 'emotional resilience' before disaster strikes
Not to brag, but I think I'm on my way to wining the gold medal…
By Mary Grace Garis
A breakup makeover is a *real thing*, and I went on a shopping spree to prove it
September 13, 2019
A breakup makeover is a *real thing*, and I went on a shopping spree to prove it
In the movies, a makeover montage is all it takes to un-eff-up your life. Somehow,…
By Mary Grace Garis
Meet 'enjoyment anxiety,' the reason you feel pressured to have the best. time. ever.
September 12, 2019
Meet 'enjoyment anxiety,' the reason you feel pressured to have the best. time. ever.
Last month, I took two weeks off to vacation in Bali—and I don't mean "vacation"…
By Erin Magner
Why suicide rates among women and girls are increasing faster than in men and boys
September 12, 2019
Why suicide rates among women and girls are increasing faster than in men and boys
Suicide takes the lives of 45,000 people every year—and that stat seems likely to get…
By Alison Goldman
There are 4 unique stress ‘personalities’—and knowing yours can help you better combat it
September 12, 2019
There are 4 unique stress ‘personalities’—and knowing yours can help you better combat it
I discovered something new about myself today: I am a "reluctant pacer." If you're thinking,…
By Erin Bunch
You're Totally Being Judged for Your Swearing Habit—But it Can Work in Your Favor
September 11, 2019
You're Totally Being Judged for Your Swearing Habit—But it Can Work in Your Favor
Ever let an F-bomb slip in front of your boss and immediately feel mortified about…
By Erin Bunch
What your doodles say about your personality—besides 'You can't draw'
September 11, 2019
What your doodles say about your personality—besides 'You can't draw'
During my yoga teacher training, I was enthralled with the "Om" symbol, my one and…
By Kells McPhillips
4 steps to stop imposter syndrome from putting out your charismatic fire
September 11, 2019
4 steps to stop imposter syndrome from putting out your charismatic fire
If I've learned one thing from life in New York (and about 40,000 re-watches of…
By Mary Grace Garis
What It Actually Means To Raise Your Vibrational Energy—Plus 12 Ways To Do It
September 11, 2019
What It Actually Means To Raise Your Vibrational Energy—Plus 12 Ways To Do It
If your first inclination upon hearing the phrase "vibrational energy" is to associate it with…
By Jessica Estrada
6 confidence tips and tricks career experts practice themselves
September 10, 2019
6 confidence tips and tricks career experts practice themselves
It's a complete myth that some people come out of the womb just bursting with…
By Emily Laurence
How 2019 became the peak era of society's infatuation with personality types
September 10, 2019
How 2019 became the peak era of society's infatuation with personality types
These days, many dating profiles include the person's Myers-Briggs type. And it's tough to find…
By Jenna Birch
Suicide prevention is about more than hotlines—here's how *you* could save a life
September 10, 2019
Suicide prevention is about more than hotlines—here's how *you* could save a life
On World Suicide Prevention Day, millions of people are connecting with one shared goal: to…
By Drew Ramsey, MD
Why Crying During Sex Is a Thing—Even When It's Consensual, Enjoyable, and Loving
September 10, 2019
Why Crying During Sex Is a Thing—Even When It's Consensual, Enjoyable, and Loving
When sex with your partner is fun, happy, and—most importantly—consensual, your mind and body are…
By Aly Semigran
Learn the '5-3-3 breathing technique' for the most up and at 'em morning attitude
September 09, 2019
Learn the '5-3-3 breathing technique' for the most up and at 'em morning attitude
From the moment I wake up, my to-do list is already running through my mind…
By Kells McPhillips
Why you don’t have to 'forgive and forget' to truly move on
September 09, 2019
Why you don’t have to 'forgive and forget' to truly move on
The act of forgiving someone is often put on a pedestal. Self-help books and page-after-page…
By Kells McPhillips
Would you let your partner follow your location 24/7? These people do
September 09, 2019
Would you let your partner follow your location 24/7? These people do
Shortly after Sahra Sajasi met her boyfriend, they went to a festival together. Since getting…
By Erin Magner
I want to tell you about my suicidal thoughts
September 08, 2019
I want to tell you about my suicidal thoughts
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, yet it is…
By Amanda Rances Wang
Homemade bubble bath will give you a luxurious soak *without* a side of skin irritation
September 07, 2019
Homemade bubble bath will give you a luxurious soak *without* a side of skin irritation
As a child, I adamantly tried to turn every bath into a bubble bath. You…
By Alyssa Girdwain
Overwhelmed to the point of glitching? Here's how to find your reset button to manage stress
September 07, 2019
Overwhelmed to the point of glitching? Here's how to find your reset button to manage stress
I'm not sure if you play the The Sims 4 like I do, or if…
By Mary Grace Garis
Here's why you should rate your sexual desire on a scale of 1 to 9
September 06, 2019
Here's why you should rate your sexual desire on a scale of 1 to 9
"On a scale from 1 to 9, how turned on are you right now?" Isn't…
By Kells McPhillips
Citrus essential oils are mood-boosting superstars—here's how to use them
September 06, 2019
Citrus essential oils are mood-boosting superstars—here's how to use them
During the summer months, the quickest mood boost comes from stepping outside, basking in the…
By Tehrene Firman
How to emotionally prepare yourself to live with a stranger in college
September 06, 2019
How to emotionally prepare yourself to live with a stranger in college
My sister and I shared a room growing up. Whenever we complained (and, oh, we…
By Kells McPhillips
So, is there any real difference between being an introvert and just being rude?
September 06, 2019
So, is there any real difference between being an introvert and just being rude?
I feel personally victimized by the conceit of this article, which is to point a…
By Mary Grace Garis
How to set healthy boundaries with an ex who's still in your social circle
September 06, 2019
How to set healthy boundaries with an ex who's still in your social circle
It seems that nobody I know is good at setting boundaries in relationships, present or…
By Mary Grace Garis
Your windowless room isn't doomed to feel like a dungeon—brighten things up with these 5 tips from an interior designer
September 05, 2019
Your windowless room isn't doomed to feel like a dungeon—brighten things up with these 5 tips from an interior designer
Being in a room that's giving off total dungeon vibes isn't exactly welcoming to guests…
By Emily Laurence
The Climate Psychologist gives it to us straight: Being anxious about climate change is a *good* thing
September 05, 2019
The Climate Psychologist gives it to us straight: Being anxious about climate change is a *good* thing
If you pay even an iota of attention to climate news, you know that the…
By Annie Tomlin
Why your ex's happy milestones affect you, even after you've moved on
September 05, 2019
Why your ex's happy milestones affect you, even after you've moved on
When my oldest friend told me her ex had gotten engaged and she, like, felt…
By Mary Grace Garis
Well+Good readers have spoken—these 10 books are total page-turners
September 04, 2019
Well+Good readers have spoken—these 10 books are total page-turners
The literary community has a soft spot for summer reading. But me? I find myself…
By Kells McPhillips
Impulse shopping is a mind game you'll never lose again thanks to these tricks
September 04, 2019
Impulse shopping is a mind game you'll never lose again thanks to these tricks
It’s a Saturday afternoon and you stop by Target or Costco or some other chain…
By Aly Semigran
Self care is a lifeline for many women—but it's not enough
September 04, 2019
Self care is a lifeline for many women—but it's not enough
Take a five-minute scroll through your Instagram feed, and you’re bound to find snapshots of…
By Daley Quinn
How to exercise for better energy so that you won't need that extra cup of coffee
September 04, 2019
How to exercise for better energy so that you won't need that extra cup of coffee
Hitting the gym before work usually makes me feel like the Energizer Bunny. By 9…
By Kells McPhillips
What's your 'temperament'? Meet the Ancient Greek personality system that uses, um, bodily fluids
September 03, 2019
What's your 'temperament'? Meet the Ancient Greek personality system that uses, um, bodily fluids
Way back, before the cultural interest expanded for Myers-Briggs, enneagram, Helen Fisher’s romantic types, David…
By Jenna Birch
Photographic memory isn't real—but these 6 tips for remembering things better are
September 03, 2019
Photographic memory isn't real—but these 6 tips for remembering things better are
My nose scrunched as I took a quiz to determine if I have a photographic…
By Mary Grace Garis
The introvert's 5-step guide for surviving and thriving at a group dinner
September 03, 2019
The introvert's 5-step guide for surviving and thriving at a group dinner
As soon as the biological clock strikes, oh, 26, social circles far and wide decide…
By Mary Grace Garis
Why it's so easy to fall into catastrophic thinking when we get phone calls at work
September 03, 2019
Why it's so easy to fall into catastrophic thinking when we get phone calls at work
The last time my mom called me while I was at work—and really any and…
By Mary Grace Garis
This is the one thing to remember when you're working on your self care
September 02, 2019
This is the one thing to remember when you're working on your self care
Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest…
By Well+Good Editors
4 ways you can incorporate food into your self-care routine
September 02, 2019
4 ways you can incorporate food into your self-care routine
Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the…
By Well+Good Editors
This model has a genius perspective on how to love your body even when you don’t feel like it
September 02, 2019
This model has a genius perspective on how to love your body even when you don’t feel like it
Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest…
By Well+Good Editors
How to use meditation as a tool to deepen your relationships
September 02, 2019
How to use meditation as a tool to deepen your relationships
Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the…
By Well+Good Editors
How to get the most out of meditating—even when you feel like you have zero time
September 02, 2019
How to get the most out of meditating—even when you feel like you have zero time
Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest…
By Well+Good Editors
A 3-step plan to stop your constantly complaining friend from confusing you with their therapist
September 02, 2019
A 3-step plan to stop your constantly complaining friend from confusing you with their therapist
It's a tragic thing when your social happy hour shape-shifts into a therapy session for…
By Mary Grace Garis
One woman found a surprising mental health benefit in a simple at-home manicure
September 01, 2019
One woman found a surprising mental health benefit in a simple at-home manicure
 Confession: my at-home manicure routine is mostly me painting over my chipped nail polish…
By Allie Flinn
The expert-approved way to successfully break up with a narcissist for good
September 01, 2019
The expert-approved way to successfully break up with a narcissist for good
Taylor Swift once said "never trust a narcissist." And she's right—especially because trusting a narcissist…
By Zoe Weiner
A nostalgia expert explains why reminiscing in groups is such a great unifier—at work and otherwise
August 30, 2019
A nostalgia expert explains why reminiscing in groups is such a great unifier—at work and otherwise
Which Baby-Sitters Club member do you think best describes you? Well, I'm blonde, wear all…
By Mary Grace Garis
The 'depression traffic lights' method can help you spot a friend who's struggling
August 30, 2019
The 'depression traffic lights' method can help you spot a friend who's struggling
I've had, oh, a whole lot of trouble helping certain loved ones understand when I'm…
By Mary Grace Garis
Add some color to your bedtime routine with pink noise for deeper sleep
August 30, 2019
Add some color to your bedtime routine with pink noise for deeper sleep
In the everlasting quest for a good night's sleep, listening to white noise remains as…
By Mary Grace Garis
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