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This Juneteenth, Black People Deserve Actual Liberation, Not Performative Allyship
June 19, 2023
This Juneteenth, Black People Deserve Actual Liberation, Not Performative Allyship
Last year, Walmart launched Celebration Edition: Juneteenth Ice Cream, only to quickly pull it from…
By Akilah Cadet
Feeling Guilty About Your Vacation Not Going as Planned or Living Up to Expectations? Experts Say Vacation Guilt Is Totally Normal—Here’s How To Deal With It
June 18, 2023
Feeling Guilty About Your Vacation Not Going as Planned or Living Up to Expectations? Experts Say Vacation Guilt Is Totally Normal—Here’s How To Deal With It
For many of us, vacations are something precious and revered, a chance to explore, unwind,…
By Helen Carefoot
I’m an Eating Disorder RD, and These Are the 5 Myths You Need To Stop Believing About Disordered Eating
June 17, 2023
I’m an Eating Disorder RD, and These Are the 5 Myths You Need To Stop Believing About Disordered Eating
At least nine percent of the global population has a diagnosed eating disorder, but what…
By Caroline Thomason, RD
The 5 Brain Health Habits Seth Rogen and His Wife Lauren Miller Rogen Do Every Day
June 17, 2023
The 5 Brain Health Habits Seth Rogen and His Wife Lauren Miller Rogen Do Every Day
Most people think of Alzheimer’s as an “old person’s disease” that only takes a toll…
By Jennifer Heimlich
Juneteenth Is Our Newest National Holiday—Here Are 12 Books To Learn More About It
June 17, 2023
Juneteenth Is Our Newest National Holiday—Here Are 12 Books To Learn More About It
Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, is the newest federal…
By Helen Carefoot
Why I Feel Especially Safe and Joyous Visiting Mexico as a Half-Mexican Person of Color
June 16, 2023
Why I Feel Especially Safe and Joyous Visiting Mexico as a Half-Mexican Person of Color
The dome-like temazcal was warm inside. Mo, the temazcal ceremony leader, poured water over a…
By Alex Temblador
The Supportive Power of Unspoken Camaraderie and Quiet Representation for Trans Folks
June 15, 2023
The Supportive Power of Unspoken Camaraderie and Quiet Representation for Trans Folks
I’ve sometimes struggled to see the importance of trans joy in my own life. I…
By Rylee Dunn
This Short Seated Stretch Routine Will Give Your Neck and Shoulders Some TLC at the End of Your Work Day
June 14, 2023
This Short Seated Stretch Routine Will Give Your Neck and Shoulders Some TLC at the End of Your Work Day
Sometimes at the end of a long, stressful day, your upper body might feel more…
By Rachel Kraus
How To Deal if the Arrival of Your Birthday Makes You Feel Anything but Celebratory
June 14, 2023
How To Deal if the Arrival of Your Birthday Makes You Feel Anything but Celebratory
Confession time: I'm one of those “birthday month” people. I love the chance to celebrate…
By Iman Balagam
‘I’m a Tai Chi and Qigong Expert Known as “The Stressbender,” and Here Are 4 Ways I Release Stress in the Body’
June 14, 2023
‘I’m a Tai Chi and Qigong Expert Known as “The Stressbender,” and Here Are 4 Ways I Release Stress in the Body’
If you learn just one thing from Shirley Chock, let it be this: Stress is…
By Helen Hope
How To Access Pleasure if Gender Dysphoria Is a Barrier
June 14, 2023
How To Access Pleasure if Gender Dysphoria Is a Barrier
Everyone deserves pleasure, but not everyone has the same access to it. Intimate justice, a…
By Rae McDaniel
How Making My First Trans Friend After Coming Out as Trans Helped Me Embrace My Identity With Comfort and Confidence
June 13, 2023
How Making My First Trans Friend After Coming Out as Trans Helped Me Embrace My Identity With Comfort and Confidence
In 2021, I attended a rally in Brooklyn, New York, for the Transgender Day of…
By Kaden Hirsch
‘Bed Rotting’ May Feel Wonderful, But Doing It Too Often Could Mess With Your Sleep
June 12, 2023
‘Bed Rotting’ May Feel Wonderful, But Doing It Too Often Could Mess With Your Sleep
Sometimes the only thing you feel like doing after a taxing day or week is…
By Helen Carefoot
No, Working Out Is Not a Replacement for Going to Therapy
June 12, 2023
No, Working Out Is Not a Replacement for Going to Therapy
I was talking with a fellow fitness-obsessed friend recently about how much therapy has helped…
By Christina Stiehl
This Is How ADHD Symptoms Can Change As We Age
June 12, 2023
This Is How ADHD Symptoms Can Change As We Age
Many people mistakenly think of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as a childhood disorder. But kids don’t…
By Amber Sayer
Generational Dieting Trauma: How To Break the Diet Cycle With Your Kids
June 11, 2023
Generational Dieting Trauma: How To Break the Diet Cycle With Your Kids
Hearing the word “trauma” may feel intense if you feel nothing “that bad” happened in…
By Caroline Thomason, RD
10 Books To Read That Center Trans People and Their Experiences, Recommended by LGBTQ+ Booksellers
June 11, 2023
10 Books To Read That Center Trans People and Their Experiences, Recommended by LGBTQ+ Booksellers
Reading books is one important (and enjoyable) way to gain insight into others' experiences. Because…
By Helen Carefoot
I Took a 60-Minute Theragun Recovery Class, and It Was More Relaxing Than Getting a Massage
June 11, 2023
I Took a 60-Minute Theragun Recovery Class, and It Was More Relaxing Than Getting a Massage
“You’re so tight and full of knots. You should get massages more regularly.” This is…
By Annita Katee
How (and Why) To Filter Out Triggering Ads on Google, Instagram, and TikTok
June 10, 2023
How (and Why) To Filter Out Triggering Ads on Google, Instagram, and TikTok
Ads you scroll by online are supposed to make you feel “I need that.” But…
By Rachel Kraus
Taking Genuine Interest in Your Partner by Building (and Adding to) a Love Map Is Key to a Strong Relationship
June 10, 2023
Taking Genuine Interest in Your Partner by Building (and Adding to) a Love Map Is Key to a Strong Relationship
When you first meet someone you’re interested in dating or pursuing a romantic relationship with,…
By Helen Carefoot
Your Guide to Gemini Personality Traits for a Complete Understanding of the Twin Sign
June 09, 2023
Your Guide to Gemini Personality Traits for a Complete Understanding of the Twin Sign
In astrology, those born between the dates of May 21 and June 21 are Geminis,…
By Mary Grace Garis
For Trans People, Gender Euphoria Can Come From a Single Garment of Clothing
June 08, 2023
For Trans People, Gender Euphoria Can Come From a Single Garment of Clothing
I am non-binary and transmasculine. This means my transition is toward a more masculine gender…
By Emrhys Ma
I'm an Autistic Woman, and These 7 Stereotypes About Autism Are Flat-Out Wrong
June 08, 2023
I'm an Autistic Woman, and These 7 Stereotypes About Autism Are Flat-Out Wrong
I used to think I couldn’t possibly be autistic. As far as I was concerned,…
By Suzannah Weiss
How To Use Your Sleep Chronotype To Design the Most Energy-Boosting, Well-Balanced Breakfast for Your Body
June 08, 2023
How To Use Your Sleep Chronotype To Design the Most Energy-Boosting, Well-Balanced Breakfast for Your Body
You’re probably well aware of how crucial breakfast is to set your day up for…
By Michele Ross
Peloton Instructor Emma Lovewell Shares Her Top 2 Tips for Motivating Yourself To Get Moving When You Just Feel *Blah*
June 07, 2023
Peloton Instructor Emma Lovewell Shares Her Top 2 Tips for Motivating Yourself To Get Moving When You Just Feel *Blah*
Sometimes, it can feel so tough to crawl out of bed and get motivated to…
By Helen Carefoot
You Might Think You're Giving Great Advice, but Are You Really Just Projecting Your Own Issues?
June 07, 2023
You Might Think You're Giving Great Advice, but Are You Really Just Projecting Your Own Issues?
Human beings rely on each other for advice. Our relationships, which are central to our…
By Josey Murray 
Showers Are the Best (and Easiest) Space To Infuse Self Care, and This New 'Wellness' Shower Head Will Help You Do Just That
June 06, 2023
Showers Are the Best (and Easiest) Space To Infuse Self Care, and This New 'Wellness' Shower Head Will Help You Do Just That
In the three years since lockdown, most of my pandemic-era habits have gone by the…
By Zoe Weiner
How Embracing Costuming and Cosplay Has Allowed Me To Connect With My Queer Identity
June 06, 2023
How Embracing Costuming and Cosplay Has Allowed Me To Connect With My Queer Identity
In his incisive fantasy novel, The Name of the Wind, author Patrick Rothfuss writes: “We…
By Chelsea Devona
2 Top Tips From Finland's New ‘Masterclass of Happiness,' Straight From the Happiest Country on the Planet
June 06, 2023
2 Top Tips From Finland's New ‘Masterclass of Happiness,' Straight From the Happiest Country on the Planet
The 2023 World Happiness Report named Finland the world's happiest country for the sixth year…
By Jessica Estrada
Quince’s New Cashmere Duvet Looks and Feels Like It Belongs in a Luxury Resort, and Doesn’t Cost a Zillion Bucks
June 05, 2023
Quince’s New Cashmere Duvet Looks and Feels Like It Belongs in a Luxury Resort, and Doesn’t Cost a Zillion Bucks
It’s no secret that most luxurious, resort-worthy bedding comes with a resort-worthy price tag. Opulent…
By Alexa Casanova
What Is Enmeshment? How To Tell if You're Too Intertwined With a Partner
June 05, 2023
What Is Enmeshment? How To Tell if You're Too Intertwined With a Partner
Whether a couple is newly dating or in a long-term relationship, every relationship can look…
By Nandini Maharaj
Here's What Happened When I Tried 'Rapid Tapping' To Help Manifest a Lot of Things (Including Good Skin)
June 04, 2023
Here's What Happened When I Tried 'Rapid Tapping' To Help Manifest a Lot of Things (Including Good Skin)
Does the word “manifesting” make you think of mood boards, mantras, and “The Secret?” Well,…
By Zoe Schaeffer
8 Simple Things You Should Always Do To Reset After Working at a Desk for 8+ Hours
June 01, 2023
8 Simple Things You Should Always Do To Reset After Working at a Desk for 8+ Hours
If you spend the majority of your day working, you know that it can be…
By Helen Carefoot
The Connection Between Disabilities and Depression Needs Year-Round Attention
June 01, 2023
The Connection Between Disabilities and Depression Needs Year-Round Attention
My disability, chronic illness, and major depressive disorder function in my life besties who feed…
By Akilah Cadet
The 6 Books That Launched Last Month You Should Add to Your Beach Bags STAT
June 01, 2023
The 6 Books That Launched Last Month You Should Add to Your Beach Bags STAT
Now that it's officially June, there's no getting around it: beach-read season has officially commenced.…
By Grace Smith
If You Hate Traditional Floral Perfumes, These 'Dark Feminine' Scents Are the Upgrade Your Warm-Weather Fragrance Collection Needs
May 31, 2023
If You Hate Traditional Floral Perfumes, These 'Dark Feminine' Scents Are the Upgrade Your Warm-Weather Fragrance Collection Needs
Everyone has a different relationship with fragrance. Some wear the same tried-and-true perfume year-round, while…
By Kara Jillian Brown
'After Facing Immense Tragedy, Embracing 'Microjoys' Helped Me Heal—Here Are 2 Tips for Finding These Bright Spots'
May 31, 2023
'After Facing Immense Tragedy, Embracing 'Microjoys' Helped Me Heal—Here Are 2 Tips for Finding These Bright Spots'
Joy is a powerful emotion that can greatly impact how we feel. While large-scale joyous…
By Helen Carefoot
Recognizing the Signs of Medical Gaslighting Is the First Step to Reclaiming Your Voice—And Health
May 31, 2023
Recognizing the Signs of Medical Gaslighting Is the First Step to Reclaiming Your Voice—And Health
I'd just explained about the nose bleeds, blurred vision, and throbbing pain on one side…
By Nandini Maharaj
How To Start Addressing Financial Trauma, the Mental Health Phenomenon That Affects Your Financial Well-Being
May 31, 2023
How To Start Addressing Financial Trauma, the Mental Health Phenomenon That Affects Your Financial Well-Being
Recently, I found myself sitting on the edge of my bed, panicking over the phone…
By Brianna Robles
The Symbolism and Meaning of a Pearl, June’s Understated and Elegant Birthstone
May 30, 2023
The Symbolism and Meaning of a Pearl, June’s Understated and Elegant Birthstone
The birthstone most commonly associated with the month of June is the understated and elegant…
By Danielle Calma
You Can Take a Quiz To Learn Your Aura Color and What It Might Say About Your Personality
May 30, 2023
You Can Take a Quiz To Learn Your Aura Color and What It Might Say About Your Personality
As we move through the world, we give off a certain energetic vibe or aura…
By Helen Carefoot
Grab Your Binoculars—Bird-Watching Is Now a Gen Z-Approved Way To Unplug and Better Your Mental Health
May 30, 2023
Grab Your Binoculars—Bird-Watching Is Now a Gen Z-Approved Way To Unplug and Better Your Mental Health
Growing up, my mom was enamored with the birds in our backyard. Anytime a new…
By Tehrene Firman
Grief Experts Say It’s a Really Good Idea To Schedule Your Grief
May 29, 2023
Grief Experts Say It’s a Really Good Idea To Schedule Your Grief
Moving through the world while grieving is a lot like avoiding stepping on trip wires.…
By Helen Carefoot
Sleep Experts Say These Are the Best Mattress Toppers for Unparalleled Comfort and Support
May 29, 2023
Sleep Experts Say These Are the Best Mattress Toppers for Unparalleled Comfort and Support
One of the many keys to getting quality sleep is having a comfortable bed. Often…
By Jessica Estrada
‘I'm a Longevity Expert, and I'm Begging You To Stop Canceling Your Social Plans’
May 29, 2023
‘I'm a Longevity Expert, and I'm Begging You To Stop Canceling Your Social Plans’
There are a bunch of memes on social media that all play off the same…
By Jennifer Heimlich
What It Actually Means When You Dream About Being Pregnant, According to Dream Experts
May 29, 2023
What It Actually Means When You Dream About Being Pregnant, According to Dream Experts
In our dreams, we can experience events that are vastly different from our lived realities,…
By Helen Carefoot
Boost the Mental Health Benefits of Your Workout by Taking It to the Beach (or Lake or River)
May 29, 2023
Boost the Mental Health Benefits of Your Workout by Taking It to the Beach (or Lake or River)
Glancing through resort advertisements, you can't help but notice the overwhelming presence of ocean and…
By Rachel MacPherson
Here's the Best Modern Classic Book You Should Add to Your Summer Reading List, Based on Your Zodiac Sign
May 29, 2023
Here's the Best Modern Classic Book You Should Add to Your Summer Reading List, Based on Your Zodiac Sign
It's finally summer time, and for some of us, that evokes flashbacks of required reading…
By Helen Carefoot
I Tried a 'Clamshell Massage' in the South of France, and It Eased My Mind and Muscles While Connecting Me to Nature
May 28, 2023
I Tried a 'Clamshell Massage' in the South of France, and It Eased My Mind and Muscles While Connecting Me to Nature
At the Bar du Fouquet, inside the lobby of Le Majestic Hotel in Cannes, France,…
By Pooja Shah
How Letting Go of My Identity as the ‘Fit’ Friend Allowed My Relationship With Food and Movement To Blossom
May 28, 2023
How Letting Go of My Identity as the ‘Fit’ Friend Allowed My Relationship With Food and Movement To Blossom
“Wow! You’re really going to eat a piece of cake?” This was a real sentence…
By Isabel Vasquez, RD
The Best Under-$100 Investments I've Made To Get Me Through 12 Weddings in 2 Years
May 28, 2023
The Best Under-$100 Investments I've Made To Get Me Through 12 Weddings in 2 Years
It seems as if all of my friends who weathered the pandemic with their partners…
By Liz Steelman
Feeling Disconnected From Your Partner? Make Sure Your ‘Emotional Bank Account’ Is in the Green
May 27, 2023
Feeling Disconnected From Your Partner? Make Sure Your ‘Emotional Bank Account’ Is in the Green
They say Rome wasn’t built in a day, and the same can be said about…
By Helen Carefoot
The Crucial Difference Between Trusting Your Gut and Being a Judgmental A-hole
May 26, 2023
The Crucial Difference Between Trusting Your Gut and Being a Judgmental A-hole
Trusting your gut has long been seen as imperfect and unreliable, a form of “woo-woo”…
By Kate Schweitzer
How To Deal When You’re Jealous of Your Friend's Connections With Their Other Friends
May 26, 2023
How To Deal When You’re Jealous of Your Friend's Connections With Their Other Friends
Friendships are essential to our lives, providing support, companionship, and shared experiences. However, it's not…
By Minaa B.
Here's How Alyson Stoner Uses 'Micro Resets' To Reclaim Time on Her Busiest Days
May 25, 2023
Here's How Alyson Stoner Uses 'Micro Resets' To Reclaim Time on Her Busiest Days
The hustle-and-bustle nature of a modern lifestyle isn’t exactly conducive to optimal well-being. Experts agree…
By Amelia McBride
I Spent Half of My Life Hating My Curls, but Learning To Love Them Has Shaped My Identity
May 25, 2023
I Spent Half of My Life Hating My Curls, but Learning To Love Them Has Shaped My Identity
I inherited my curls from my father, who was my favorite person. You would think…
By Haley Kamilla
How ‘Clustercore’ Can Help You Reap the Benefits of an Organized Home *Without* Decluttering
May 25, 2023
How ‘Clustercore’ Can Help You Reap the Benefits of an Organized Home *Without* Decluttering
If there’s one word that would make a maximalist shudder, it has to be “decluttering.”…
By Wendy Gould
Do Tattoos and Piercings Turn You On? There's a Term for That
May 25, 2023
Do Tattoos and Piercings Turn You On? There's a Term for That
For thousands of years, people have gotten body modifications like tattoos and piercings for a…
By Taneia Surles
Writing Poetry Helps Me Cope With Depression—But Are Mental Health Struggles Required for My Creativity?
May 24, 2023
Writing Poetry Helps Me Cope With Depression—But Are Mental Health Struggles Required for My Creativity?
Six months into the pandemic, I hadn’t written a word. When I finally returned to…
By Ben Kassoy
Want To Improve People's Lives? Call Them, Says Science
May 24, 2023
Want To Improve People's Lives? Call Them, Says Science
For some people, speaking on the phone is an infrequent, stress-inducing event. Others relish the…
By Helen Carefoot
Don’t Be Surprised if Wearing a Sleep Tracker Causes You To Start Drinking Less Alcohol
May 24, 2023
Don’t Be Surprised if Wearing a Sleep Tracker Causes You To Start Drinking Less Alcohol
One of my best friends and I have a thriving text thread where we talk…
By Rachel Kraus
4 Tips for Peacefully Cohabitating in a Relationship Where Only One Person Drinks Alcohol
May 24, 2023
4 Tips for Peacefully Cohabitating in a Relationship Where Only One Person Drinks Alcohol
The old adage says “opposites attract,” and, in some ways, it might be true. But…
By Hilary Sheinbaum
Ever Feel Like Talking to Your Hairstylist Is Like Talking to a Therapist? This Organization Is Providing Training to Make Stylists Official Mental-Health Advocates
May 24, 2023
Ever Feel Like Talking to Your Hairstylist Is Like Talking to a Therapist? This Organization Is Providing Training to Make Stylists Official Mental-Health Advocates
POV: You’re sitting in your favorite hair salon with freshly washed hair and you glance…
By Well+Good Editors
50+ Bonkers-Good Wellness Sales This Memorial Day Weekend You Really Can't Pass Up
May 23, 2023
50+ Bonkers-Good Wellness Sales This Memorial Day Weekend You Really Can't Pass Up
Friends, rejoice! Memorial Day weekend is nigh, which means summer is just around the corner.…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
This Reproductive Psychiatrist Is Begging Moms To Embrace Being a ‘Good Enough’ Parent
May 23, 2023
This Reproductive Psychiatrist Is Begging Moms To Embrace Being a ‘Good Enough’ Parent
Few roles in life have as much pressure heaped on them as being a mom.…
By Korin Miller
There Are Some Crucial Differences Between a Trip and a Vacation—But Can the Former Ever Be Restorative and Joyful?
May 23, 2023
There Are Some Crucial Differences Between a Trip and a Vacation—But Can the Former Ever Be Restorative and Joyful?
In April, Caroline Chambers visited New York City with her husband and three young children…
By Jessica Goodman
'I’m a 61-Year-Old Sex and Relationship Therapist, and These Are the 6 Habits That Keep Relationships Alive the Longest'
May 23, 2023
'I’m a 61-Year-Old Sex and Relationship Therapist, and These Are the 6 Habits That Keep Relationships Alive the Longest'
Time flies when you’re in love. The first few years of a new relationship are…
By Amelia McBride
I’m a Divorce Coach, and This Is the No. 1 Question I Get From Clients
May 22, 2023
I’m a Divorce Coach, and This Is the No. 1 Question I Get From Clients
As a divorce coach I work every day with brave women and men willing to…
By Andra Davidson
Why You May Feel So Tired (or Wired) After Having Sex—And How To Deal
May 22, 2023
Why You May Feel So Tired (or Wired) After Having Sex—And How To Deal
There’s a common caricature of heterosexual monogamous intercourse, wherein after climaxing, the man collapses into…
By Laura Wheatman Hill
How To Use Micro-Meditations To Find a Moment of Presence and Calm Wherever You Are
May 21, 2023
How To Use Micro-Meditations To Find a Moment of Presence and Calm Wherever You Are
Any given day, your attention can be pulled in a hundred different directions. Depending on…
By Helen Carefoot
How To Calm Your 'Big Deal Energy' Nerves Ahead of Major Milestone Events
May 20, 2023
How To Calm Your 'Big Deal Energy' Nerves Ahead of Major Milestone Events
In late April, I had the honor of throwing the ceremonial first pitch at a…
By Hilary Sheinbaum
Can You Be *Too* Empathetic? Here's What To Know About Hyper-Empathy Syndrome
May 20, 2023
Can You Be *Too* Empathetic? Here's What To Know About Hyper-Empathy Syndrome
In general, empathy is an enviable quality: Being able to understand and relate to how…
By Helen Carefoot
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