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All the ways to keep up with Well+Good
April 08, 2019
All the ways to keep up with Well+Good
The world looked a little different when Well+Good launched nine years ago. Boutique fitness had…
By Well+Good Editors
We've reached peak minimalism, so why are people still buying throw pillows?
April 07, 2019
We've reached peak minimalism, so why are people still buying throw pillows?
My boyfriend recently shared with me his terrifying theory about throw pillows, based on his…
By Mary Grace Garis
The mental health realness movement is coming for your closet
April 06, 2019
The mental health realness movement is coming for your closet
Sure, buying a new pair of platform sneakers or bike shorts can give you a…
By Erin Magner
The biggest indicator of your personality type is definitely whether you make your bed each day
April 05, 2019
The biggest indicator of your personality type is definitely whether you make your bed each day
One of the best deceptions of my post-adolescence involves smoothing out my sheets before a…
By Mary Grace Garis
Bethany C. Meyers wants you to embrace the whole journey to finding your identity
April 05, 2019
Bethany C. Meyers wants you to embrace the whole journey to finding your identity
Bethany C. Meyers, LGBTQ+ activist and founder of inclusive fitness company b.cm who identifies as…
By Kells McPhillips
This woman is reframing the post-pregnancy body conversation—and we’re so here for it
April 04, 2019
This woman is reframing the post-pregnancy body conversation—and we’re so here for it
Start Googling "post-pregnancy..." and the top suggestions for completing your search are belly, workout, and…
By Well+Good Editors
The little-known Instagram tweak that's basically a double-tap for your mental health
April 04, 2019
The little-known Instagram tweak that's basically a double-tap for your mental health
In a definitive ranking of habits that most benefit my mental health, scrolling through Instagram…
By Kells McPhillips
7 Ways To Increase Serotonin Levels Naturally
April 03, 2019
7 Ways To Increase Serotonin Levels Naturally
If you've ever fallen down the Google rabbit hole, researching ways to boost your mood…
By Emily Laurence
Apps and online tools aim to ease the loneliness too many new moms suffer from in silence
April 03, 2019
Apps and online tools aim to ease the loneliness too many new moms suffer from in silence
There are certain expectations about how you’ll feel when you have a new baby, like,…
By Korin Miller
Boost workplace happiness with humor—but only the Ellen DeGeneres kind
April 03, 2019
Boost workplace happiness with humor—but only the Ellen DeGeneres kind
The first few months I spent at my big-girl, full-time job, I was terrified about…
By Kells McPhillips
Here's everything you need to know about dealing with anxiety attacks
April 03, 2019
Here's everything you need to know about dealing with anxiety attacks
“Let it go, let it go. Can’t hold it back anymore.” Okay, to most wide-eyed…
By Alison Feller
How I eat (and love) food when I know way too much about nutrition
April 03, 2019
How I eat (and love) food when I know way too much about nutrition
Sometimes, I miss the food habits of my early 20s. I ate my 25 cent…
By Emily Laurence
Science told me the idea alone of coffee is energizing, so I looked at a photo of it for a week
April 03, 2019
Science told me the idea alone of coffee is energizing, so I looked at a photo of it for a week
What if simply looking at a cup of coffee could give you Gilmoresque abilities to…
By Mary Grace Garis
The most important part of forgiveness actually happens way before anyone says "I'm sorry"
April 02, 2019
The most important part of forgiveness actually happens way before anyone says "I'm sorry"
Let's take a time machine back to 2003, when the Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay…
By Kells McPhillips
3 reasons this holistic doctor wants you to reduce stress for your gut health
April 01, 2019
3 reasons this holistic doctor wants you to reduce stress for your gut health
If you’re visiting the bathroom more than you’d like on the morning of a make-it-or-break-it…
By Well+Good Editors
There's a key distinction between being nice and being a "people-pleaser"
April 01, 2019
There's a key distinction between being nice and being a "people-pleaser"
Not too long ago, someone accused me of using kindness to mask my people-pleasing ways.…
By Kells McPhillips
What you can actually expect from a therapy session, straight from a no-nonsense therapist
April 01, 2019
What you can actually expect from a therapy session, straight from a no-nonsense therapist
After college, when I was living on my own for the first time, I decided…
By Jamie Blynn
Why a "complaint cleanse" may be exactly what you need for a happier week
April 01, 2019
Why a "complaint cleanse" may be exactly what you need for a happier week
Just like the springtime cold currently ravaging your office, complaining is wildly contagious. Your friend…
By Kells McPhillips
The two words to say on the first of the month for good luck: rabbit, rabbit
April 01, 2019
The two words to say on the first of the month for good luck: rabbit, rabbit
When I was growing up, I had a brown rabbit that I (very creatively) named…
By Kells McPhillips
5 wellness April Fools' Day jokes we totally fell for
April 01, 2019
5 wellness April Fools' Day jokes we totally fell for
Every day at Well+Good HQ, we dig deep into the latest headline-grabbing wellness news, deciphering…
By Emily Laurence
Good friends are hard to come by—here's what to look for in one, according to your MBTI profile
March 31, 2019
Good friends are hard to come by—here's what to look for in one, according to your MBTI profile
Ever notice how some friends turn your energy up a notch, and others have more…
By Jenna Birch
I took CBD oil for two weeks straight, and here's how it made me feel
March 31, 2019
I took CBD oil for two weeks straight, and here's how it made me feel
Whenever a wellness ingredient becomes mainstream, I have to try it in any and all forms…
By Rachel Lapidos
8 queer-positive podcasts that'll infuse your commute with some inclusivity
March 30, 2019
8 queer-positive podcasts that'll infuse your commute with some inclusivity
As a queer-identifying person, I've found that it's hard to come by news outlets covering…
By Gabrielle Kassel
Cathartic screaming in a "vent box" made me laugh with pure joy
March 29, 2019
Cathartic screaming in a "vent box" made me laugh with pure joy
I can't remember the last time I screamed at the top of my lungs. Oh…
By Kells McPhillips
The next generation of feminists slaps down "boys will be boys"
March 29, 2019
The next generation of feminists slaps down "boys will be boys"
In Amy Schumer's new standup special on Netflix, Growing, she gives props to younger feminists:…
By Erin Hanafy
Ikea's latest collection is devoted to all things self-care
March 29, 2019
Ikea's latest collection is devoted to all things self-care
Looks like a major retailer has been lurking on our #SelfCareSunday posts. Perhaps in response…
By Emily Laurence
Rebrand every weekend as a vacation to kick your weekly case of the Mondays
March 29, 2019
Rebrand every weekend as a vacation to kick your weekly case of the Mondays
Sometimes my Sunday Scaries are so terrifying that I pray for a light family emergency…
By Mary Grace Garis
How to deal when you love your single status, but your mom does not (and lets you know it)
March 29, 2019
How to deal when you love your single status, but your mom does not (and lets you know it)
I have near-daily phone calls with my mom, and odds are strong that somewhere between…
By Gabrielle Kassel
The surprising social event where introverts thrive? Phone-free parties
March 28, 2019
The surprising social event where introverts thrive? Phone-free parties
My raven-haired, rock-goddess friend is highly social and keeps her social media thoroughly documented with…
By Mary Grace Garis
Use this 3-step checklist to decide whether your ex is even worthy of your friendship
March 27, 2019
Use this 3-step checklist to decide whether your ex is even worthy of your friendship
We can all agree that “I hope we can still be friends” is the biggest…
By Mary Grace Garis
A scenic view does wonders for your happiness—even in the city
March 27, 2019
A scenic view does wonders for your happiness—even in the city
It's no surprise that natural beauty makes people happy. When I think of the most…
By Tehrene Firman
These are the 3 personality traits shared by “everyday saints"
March 27, 2019
These are the 3 personality traits shared by “everyday saints"
Some folks you meet are basically the human equivalent of a rainbow. They seem to…
By Kells McPhillips
This belly dance teacher is making me fall in love with my (very soft) abs
March 27, 2019
This belly dance teacher is making me fall in love with my (very soft) abs
For those of us whose size fluctuates in certain years, certain seasons, or certain weeks…
By Erin Hanafy
Butt workouts gas me up, so I asked an exercise psychologist to explain why
March 26, 2019
Butt workouts gas me up, so I asked an exercise psychologist to explain why
For far too long, I fell into the propagated trap of believing that adding strength…
By Kells McPhillips
How to make a decision when you're paralyzed by the inability to choose
March 26, 2019
How to make a decision when you're paralyzed by the inability to choose
The average person makes about 35,000 decisions each day. (But who's counting?) Between which leggings…
By Emily Laurence
13 Steps To Finding Yourself—It's Not Your Average Game of Hide-and-Seek
March 25, 2019
13 Steps To Finding Yourself—It's Not Your Average Game of Hide-and-Seek
At a certain point in life, you may feel as though it's time to have…
By Korin Miller
If you're tired, try the “nappuccino”
March 25, 2019
If you're tired, try the “nappuccino”
Lately, my sleep schedule has been out of control. Staying up past midnight playing Words…
By Tehrene Firman
Dear diary, I heard journaling can improve my love life…so I'm sharpening my pencils
March 25, 2019
Dear diary, I heard journaling can improve my love life…so I'm sharpening my pencils
The other day, I was talking to my mom, and she mentioned that she'd found…
By Erin Magner
Think getting eight hours of sleep a night is just a dream? Here’s the science-backed way to do it
March 24, 2019
Think getting eight hours of sleep a night is just a dream? Here’s the science-backed way to do it
Is there anything more frustrating than lying in bed expecting instant blissful sleep,  only to…
By Well+Good Editors
Why a coffee shop is the most psychologically strategic spot for a first date
March 22, 2019
Why a coffee shop is the most psychologically strategic spot for a first date
I get heart eyes for anyone who buys me a strong cup of coffee with…
By Kells McPhillips
What your go-to sleeping position says about you, according to the pros
March 22, 2019
What your go-to sleeping position says about you, according to the pros
Everyone from scientists to mental health professionals to Arianna Huffington agrees that getting a good…
By Zoe Weiner
Start every day the right way with the best morning routine for your Myers-Briggs personality type
March 22, 2019
Start every day the right way with the best morning routine for your Myers-Briggs personality type
If you’ve ever shared a bathroom with siblings or had roommates, you’re probably well aware…
By Jenna Birch
A snooze habit may not be the healthiest, but it's one we should be be allowed make
March 22, 2019
A snooze habit may not be the healthiest, but it's one we should be be allowed make
Bad news, sleep deviants: There's a chance the snooze button might be snoozed...permanently. Sleep-wellness company Eve Sleep is…
By Mary Grace Garis
There's a depressing reason time flies faster as we age—so here's how to slow things down
March 21, 2019
There's a depressing reason time flies faster as we age—so here's how to slow things down
Digesting that the first day of spring came and passed was a toughie—and not just because…
By Mary Grace Garis
The 6 CBD products with the highest marks from cannabis experts
March 21, 2019
The 6 CBD products with the highest marks from cannabis experts
CBD and Ariana Grande have at least one thing in common: Both of them are…
By Kells McPhillips
You can't control every minute of your life, but learning your “Time Type” helps every relationship
March 21, 2019
You can't control every minute of your life, but learning your “Time Type” helps every relationship
Out of all the Harry Potter movies, I've rewatched The Prisoner of Azkaban the most. Not because of…
By Kells McPhillips
Vacation time and being off work are no longer the same, so avoiding burnout is trickier than ever
March 21, 2019
Vacation time and being off work are no longer the same, so avoiding burnout is trickier than ever
Picture yourself on a restorative vacation: You’re swaying in a hammock, sipping a fruity cocktail,…
By Aly Semigran
"Comfort in sameness" perfectly describes why are routines important
March 21, 2019
"Comfort in sameness" perfectly describes why are routines important
Call me boring, but I live for a daily routine. Without one, I spiral into…
By Allie Flinn
For the love of sex, please never ask for details about how my partner and I get it on
March 21, 2019
For the love of sex, please never ask for details about how my partner and I get it on
I recently identified my top party foul, and it's a doozy: While chatting with an…
By Gabrielle Kassel
"I tried everything to get more steps in my day. Here's the old-school hack that actually worked"
March 20, 2019
"I tried everything to get more steps in my day. Here's the old-school hack that actually worked"
I miss the smug feeling my Fitbit used to give me. Living in a dense,…
By Emily Laurence
How to quash those pesky ants in your pants and finally just relax
March 20, 2019
How to quash those pesky ants in your pants and finally just relax
I excitedly anticipate every weekend the same way: With a gravitational-pull-strength desire to kick back…
By Rachel Lapidos
9 things that actually make you happy, according to science
March 20, 2019
9 things that actually make you happy, according to science
What's the one thing you're pining for in your life that would make you happier,…
By Annaliese Griffin
Shift workers share how they sleep, socialize, and generally function on a nontraditional schedule
March 19, 2019
Shift workers share how they sleep, socialize, and generally function on a nontraditional schedule
It's 3 a.m. when firefighter Molly* jolts awake. Great, just great, she thinks. Molly works…
By Emily Laurence
You can't avoid going to work, but "replugging" makes the day easier
March 19, 2019
You can't avoid going to work, but "replugging" makes the day easier
We all might benefit from "mentally reattaching" to work, according to a new study published in…
By Allie Flinn
The "key drop" power-nap technique wakes your creative genius
March 19, 2019
The "key drop" power-nap technique wakes your creative genius
For me, all naps end one of two ways. Either I awake as the full…
By Kells McPhillips
Regular old mushrooms are good for your memory—here are 5 ways to eat 'em
March 19, 2019
Regular old mushrooms are good for your memory—here are 5 ways to eat 'em
Mushrooms may not have the star power of, say, kale, but they're worthy of attention.…
By Allie Flinn
It took literally ripping my tights to realize the size I wear isn't important
March 19, 2019
It took literally ripping my tights to realize the size I wear isn't important
I had a real SpongeBob Squarepants situation this morning when, to the tune of, “Aaahhhh!…
By Mary Grace Garis
Learn the 6 secrets for how to be true to your most authentic self
March 19, 2019
Learn the 6 secrets for how to be true to your most authentic self
That Polonius guy from Hamlet once said, "To thine own self be true." And though…
By Mary Grace Garis
Behold, a rundown of people who are not the best fit to be your therapist
March 18, 2019
Behold, a rundown of people who are not the best fit to be your therapist
Therapist Quest 2019 is well underway for me, and so far, I've been far more…
By Mary Grace Garis
Studies say birth order doesn't affect your personality, but as the eldest I say that's a lie
March 18, 2019
Studies say birth order doesn't affect your personality, but as the eldest I say that's a lie
I usually love science. It has provided me with a legitimate excuse to buy more…
By Allie Flinn
Destination REM: Save up for these 6 dreamy (and luxe) sleep vacations
March 18, 2019
Destination REM: Save up for these 6 dreamy (and luxe) sleep vacations
Being a human in the era of exhaustion means finding the time to relax and taking…
By Kells McPhillips
What it's really like to be a secret girlfriend—and why I'll never, ever be one again
March 18, 2019
What it's really like to be a secret girlfriend—and why I'll never, ever be one again
Lindy West's new comedy series starring Aidy Bryant recently premiered on Hulu, and though it’s called…
By Aly Semigran
How this sexuality doula found her calling
March 18, 2019
How this sexuality doula found her calling
Well+Good is pleased to present Wellness in Color, a new series highlighting prominent wellness practitioners of…
By Latham Thomas
It's time to kill the idea of the "perfect" morning routine (because I tried it, and it doesn't exist)
March 17, 2019
It's time to kill the idea of the "perfect" morning routine (because I tried it, and it doesn't exist)
A few weeks ago I started a new morning routine. Since I primarily work from…
By Erin Hanafy
7 Ways To Get Rid of Negative Energy, According to the Chakra System
March 17, 2019
7 Ways To Get Rid of Negative Energy, According to the Chakra System
The concept of “bad vibes” (though difficult to pinpoint scientifically or medically) is a sensation…
By Erica Sloan
If a good cry is healthy, the new season of “Queer Eye” has gotta be a cure-all
March 16, 2019
If a good cry is healthy, the new season of “Queer Eye” has gotta be a cure-all
What does a perfect day look like for you? Maybe it includes an epic meal,…
By Erin Hanafy
Why working out without a mirror helps me love my body more
March 15, 2019
Why working out without a mirror helps me love my body more
As I adjusted the settings on my bike before a spin class got under way…
By Margarita Bertsos
8 mental health tips that are so effective, therapists themselves swear by them
March 15, 2019
8 mental health tips that are so effective, therapists themselves swear by them
There are so many strategies for cultivating a solid sense of mental health (Rethinking your…
By Korin Miller
The most important thing I ever did for my self-esteem was to stop wearing pants
March 14, 2019
The most important thing I ever did for my self-esteem was to stop wearing pants
High school isn't often characterized as a fun time, but those years were tumultuous for…
By Tamim Alnuweiri
Think you've tried everything for your sleep issues? Enter CBD...
March 14, 2019
Think you've tried everything for your sleep issues? Enter CBD...
As editor-in-chief and co-founder of Miss Grass, an elevated lifestyle shop and publication for women…
By Anna Duckworth
What to do if your friends swipe left on your new romantic interest
March 14, 2019
What to do if your friends swipe left on your new romantic interest
For those of you #blessed enough to have skipped The Bachelor's most recent "most dramatic"…
By Kells McPhillips
Virtual fit squads are on the rise, and they're about much more than working out
March 14, 2019
Virtual fit squads are on the rise, and they're about much more than working out
Naomi Gugliotta looked around the table at the 17 other women she was spending a…
By Emily Laurence
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