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Even Tiny Activity Tweaks—Like Taking the Stairs Over the Elevator—Could Protect Your Brain Against Age-Related Loss
October 14, 2022
Even Tiny Activity Tweaks—Like Taking the Stairs Over the Elevator—Could Protect Your Brain Against Age-Related Loss
Starting any type of new routine can feel overwhelming at first. There are certain things…
By Jordan Galloway
'I'm a Sleep Doctor, and These Are the Most Common Questions I Get Asked About Sleep'
October 14, 2022
'I'm a Sleep Doctor, and These Are the Most Common Questions I Get Asked About Sleep'
The importance of sleep is hardly new, but over the past few years, we've been…
By Erica Sloan
Rates of Postpartum Anxiety Are Rising. A New Study Suggests Strength Training Might Help
October 13, 2022
Rates of Postpartum Anxiety Are Rising. A New Study Suggests Strength Training Might Help
Cases of postpartum anxiety have been on the rise since the start of COVID-19. This…
By Kells McPhillips
How To Navigate Your Uranus Opposition, AKA the Astrological Equivalent of a Midlife Crisis
October 12, 2022
How To Navigate Your Uranus Opposition, AKA the Astrological Equivalent of a Midlife Crisis
The term "midlife crisis" is often used pejoratively—but given its astrological significance, the concept is…
By Kells McPhillips
15 Genius Holiday Gifts To Grab (on Super Sale) During October Prime Day
October 12, 2022
15 Genius Holiday Gifts To Grab (on Super Sale) During October Prime Day
While you might be (understandably) reluctant to think about shopping for the holidays (it's not…
By Alexa Morales
3 Common Mistakes That Get in the Way of Showing Effective Compassion to Your Friends
October 11, 2022
3 Common Mistakes That Get in the Way of Showing Effective Compassion to Your Friends
Working to be a more compassionate human being is a worthy endeavor that stands to…
By Ashley Broadwater
Pssst...Amazon's Best-Selling Vibrator Is a Whopping 44% Off for October Prime Day
October 11, 2022
Pssst...Amazon's Best-Selling Vibrator Is a Whopping 44% Off for October Prime Day
ICYMI: Amazon surprised Prime members with Prime Early Access Deals, which is basically like the…
By Rebecca Norris
These Dentist-Approved White Strips Brightened My Teeth Overnight—Snag ’Em For Nearly 40% Off
October 11, 2022
These Dentist-Approved White Strips Brightened My Teeth Overnight—Snag ’Em For Nearly 40% Off
The pursuit of whiter teeth has traditionally meant giving up coffee and red wine, or…
By Zoe Weiner
Committed Relationships Aren't Reserved Solely for Romance—Here's What To Know About Platonic Committed Relationships
October 11, 2022
Committed Relationships Aren't Reserved Solely for Romance—Here's What To Know About Platonic Committed Relationships
Have you ever asked yourself what the word "commitment" means to you in terms how…
By Rachel Wright
Amazon's Prime Early Access Sale Event Is Here—Here's Every Wellness Deal You Need To Know About
October 11, 2022
Amazon's Prime Early Access Sale Event Is Here—Here's Every Wellness Deal You Need To Know About
Leave it to Amazon to announce a blowout sale just when we need it most…
By Megan McCarty
The Best October Prime Day Wellness Deals You Really Shouldn't Miss Out On
October 11, 2022
The Best October Prime Day Wellness Deals You Really Shouldn't Miss Out On
tje If you missed this year's Prime Day—Amazon's annual shopping spree with *Broad City-voice* deals,…
By Francesca Krempa
Former Bachelor Clayton Echard Opens Up About Body Dysmorphic Disorder—And the Misconceptions That Kept Him From Treatment
October 10, 2022
Former Bachelor Clayton Echard Opens Up About Body Dysmorphic Disorder—And the Misconceptions That Kept Him From Treatment
In his life, Clayton Echard has held several roles classically tied to his male gender…
By Erica Sloan
The Best Non-Amazon October Prime Day Deals You Should Already Be Shopping
October 10, 2022
The Best Non-Amazon October Prime Day Deals You Should Already Be Shopping
ICYMI, Amazon is throwing another Prime Day sale to help you get a head start on holiday…
By Francesca Krempa
The 50 Best Gifts for Book Lovers (Besides More Books, of Course)
October 10, 2022
The 50 Best Gifts for Book Lovers (Besides More Books, of Course)
There's only one gift a book lover ever really wants: more books. But if you're…
By Francesca Krempa
Stress Have Your Heart Racing? Use This Breathing Technique To Bring Your Heart Rate Down in Seconds
October 10, 2022
Stress Have Your Heart Racing? Use This Breathing Technique To Bring Your Heart Rate Down in Seconds
Whether it’s in response to a microaggression at work, the nerves of a first date,…
By Erica Sloan
5 Yoga Poses That Can Help You Release Your Hips and Heal From Trauma
October 10, 2022
5 Yoga Poses That Can Help You Release Your Hips and Heal From Trauma
You can find a lot of unexpected advice on social media. But twerking to release…
By Ashley Broadwater
Why Being Nice Can Be Problematic in Relationships and How To Choose Kindness Instead
October 09, 2022
Why Being Nice Can Be Problematic in Relationships and How To Choose Kindness Instead
When I ask my clients why they don’t share what they really think and feel…
By Lia Avellino, LCSW
How Taking Revenge Actually Makes You Feel, According to a Social Psychologist and Neuroscientist
October 08, 2022
How Taking Revenge Actually Makes You Feel, According to a Social Psychologist and Neuroscientist
It isn’t often that a movie or TV plot set in high school sees the…
By Erica Sloan
5 Plant-Based Foods Rich in Choline, a Nutrient That's Key for Keeping Your Brain Healthy as You Age
October 08, 2022
5 Plant-Based Foods Rich in Choline, a Nutrient That's Key for Keeping Your Brain Healthy as You Age
Choline, a powerful essential nutrient most known for its cognitive and brain health benefits, is…
By Isadora Baum
This Weekend, Save Up to 50% on Best-Selling Massage Headphones, Cookware, and Comfy Boots
October 07, 2022
This Weekend, Save Up to 50% on Best-Selling Massage Headphones, Cookware, and Comfy Boots
Welcome to this little corner of the internet where we've curated all the most noteworthy…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
What It Means To Get Your Period Around the Full Moon, aka Having a Red Moon Cycle
October 07, 2022
What It Means To Get Your Period Around the Full Moon, aka Having a Red Moon Cycle
It's common for people who menstruate have some kind of method for remembering when their…
By Kells McPhillips
How Gregory from ‘Abbott Elementary’ Embodies Authentic Autistic Representation to Many Fans
October 07, 2022
How Gregory from ‘Abbott Elementary’ Embodies Authentic Autistic Representation to Many Fans
When people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are represented on-screen, the plotline often either revolves…
By Suzannah Weiss
Meet the New Eco Burial Company That Will Turn You Into a Tree When You Die, Naturally
October 06, 2022
Meet the New Eco Burial Company That Will Turn You Into a Tree When You Die, Naturally
Matthew Kochmann has a tattoo on his right wrist that says, “It’s a rental.” The…
By Erica Sloan
How Octavia Spencer Is (Mostly) Conquering Insomnia
October 04, 2022
How Octavia Spencer Is (Mostly) Conquering Insomnia
Did you have trouble sleeping last night? If so, you're far from the only person…
By Annie Tomlin
The Best Flannel Pajamas for Cozy Sleep Without the Night Sweats
October 04, 2022
The Best Flannel Pajamas for Cozy Sleep Without the Night Sweats
Anyone who wears flannel pajamas knows cozy has the potential to become downright uncomfortable. For…
By Francesca Krempa
Here's How To Get a 1-Year Grubhub+ Subscription for Free (Yup, Zero Dollars)
October 04, 2022
Here's How To Get a 1-Year Grubhub+ Subscription for Free (Yup, Zero Dollars)
Black Friday and peak holiday season may be a ways away, but the chance to…
By Taylor Bell
8 Signs of Narcissistic Abuse in a Relationship—Plus, What To Do About It
October 04, 2022
8 Signs of Narcissistic Abuse in a Relationship—Plus, What To Do About It
In a perfect world, whenever you enter into a romantic relationship, it would be with…
By Korin Miller
Getting Rejected Probably Has Nothing To Do With You—Here's How To Not Take It So Personally
October 03, 2022
Getting Rejected Probably Has Nothing To Do With You—Here's How To Not Take It So Personally
Merriam-Webster defines rejection as “the act of not accepting, believing, or considering something.” And though…
By Minaa B.
The Deep Psychological Toll of Being Displaced From Your Home During a Hurricane
October 03, 2022
The Deep Psychological Toll of Being Displaced From Your Home During a Hurricane
So much of the destruction hurricanes cause is highly visible. In the past week, Hurricane…
By Erica Sloan
‘I’m a Psychologist, and This Is How You Can Tell if Someone Is Trying To Manipulate You’
October 01, 2022
‘I’m a Psychologist, and This Is How You Can Tell if Someone Is Trying To Manipulate You’
Manipulation, whether it be subtle or outright, occurs all the time. From a fight with…
By Annita Katee
5 Sneaky Ways Your Mind Sabotages Your Spending (and Keeps You in Debt)
October 01, 2022
5 Sneaky Ways Your Mind Sabotages Your Spending (and Keeps You in Debt)
If news of a looming recession has you feeling stressed about your finances, know you're…
By Annita Katee
What It Really Means To 'Sleep Like a Baby,' According to Doctors—And, Crucially, How To Do It
September 30, 2022
What It Really Means To 'Sleep Like a Baby,' According to Doctors—And, Crucially, How To Do It
The phrase “sleep like a baby” is often used to describe having a really great…
By Korin Miller
The 8 Things That Actually Helped Me Get Some Sleep With a Newborn
September 30, 2022
The 8 Things That Actually Helped Me Get Some Sleep With a Newborn
I was three weeks into being a new mom when I became convinced that the…
By Jennifer Heimlich
The Numerology Meaning of 2022: What To Expect for the Rest of the Year, According to a Numerologist
September 30, 2022
The Numerology Meaning of 2022: What To Expect for the Rest of the Year, According to a Numerologist
The year 2020 was a big year of challenges for a number of reasons, many…
By Jessica Estrada
5 Legitimately Helpful Ways To Support Parents With a Baby in the NICU
September 29, 2022
5 Legitimately Helpful Ways To Support Parents With a Baby in the NICU
Following the physical and emotional journey of giving birth, the moment when a parent can…
By Erica Sloan
Since My Dad's Death, Running Has Become an Essential Way To Cope With My Grief
September 29, 2022
Since My Dad's Death, Running Has Become an Essential Way To Cope With My Grief
I don’t remember exactly when or why I broke the colander. But I do remember…
By Alex Valk
Why We Have To Stop Using the Word 'Clean' To Describe Someone's STI Status
September 28, 2022
Why We Have To Stop Using the Word 'Clean' To Describe Someone's STI Status
Has anyone ever called you dirty when you've been sick with a cold or the…
By Rachel Wright
Hooked on Wellness: Is Our Obsession With Health Becoming Unhealthy?
September 28, 2022
Hooked on Wellness: Is Our Obsession With Health Becoming Unhealthy?
At its core, the world of wellness promises at least one thing to its devotees:…
By Amelia McBride
How To Stop Projecting Your Own Issues Onto Others in 5 Steps
September 28, 2022
How To Stop Projecting Your Own Issues Onto Others in 5 Steps
"She doesn’t like me.” “He must be cheating on me.” "They don’t take good care…
By Lia Avellino, LCSW
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist, and This Is the Best (and Worst) Sleep Position for Smooth Digestion’
September 28, 2022
‘I’m a Gastroenterologist, and This Is the Best (and Worst) Sleep Position for Smooth Digestion’
If you’re on a mission to improve your digestion, let me clue you in on…
By Michele Ross
Smiling Is Said To Make You a More Efficient Runner, So I Tried It
September 28, 2022
Smiling Is Said To Make You a More Efficient Runner, So I Tried It
There are many special things about marathon world record holder Eliud Kipchoge—but his smile may…
By Kells McPhillips
Joe Jonas's Morning Rituals Are All About Supporting His Mental Health
September 26, 2022
Joe Jonas's Morning Rituals Are All About Supporting His Mental Health
Joe Jonas is one busy man. He's starring in the upcoming war drama Devotion, he…
By Kayla Hui
Show Us Your Scalp
September 26, 2022
Show Us Your Scalp
By Well+Good Editors
Nightmares and ‘Night Terrors’ Are Not the Same Thing—Here’s the Difference (and How To Cope)
September 25, 2022
Nightmares and ‘Night Terrors’ Are Not the Same Thing—Here’s the Difference (and How To Cope)
Maybe your teeth have fallen out, you’ve been chased, or found yourself naked in public.…
By Annita Katee
Flint Now Has Clean Water—But 1 in 4 Residents Reported PTSD Symptoms Years After the Crisis Ended
September 23, 2022
Flint Now Has Clean Water—But 1 in 4 Residents Reported PTSD Symptoms Years After the Crisis Ended
Nothing about the Flint, Michigan water crisis was discrete or isolated in nature. After city…
By Erica Sloan
How To Stay Mentally Sharp As You Age, According to a Psychiatrist and a Neurologist
September 22, 2022
How To Stay Mentally Sharp As You Age, According to a Psychiatrist and a Neurologist
It was once long believed—by the average person and by brain health experts—that each person…
By Emily Laurence
These Scientists Developed a 'Longevity Calculator'—Here's What You'll Learn From It
September 21, 2022
These Scientists Developed a 'Longevity Calculator'—Here's What You'll Learn From It
It's probably safe to say that most people want to extend their time here on…
By Erin Bunch
Bearaby Just Launched the Cuddliest Body Pillow To Melt Away All Your Morning Aches and Pains
September 21, 2022
Bearaby Just Launched the Cuddliest Body Pillow To Melt Away All Your Morning Aches and Pains
Much to the chagrin of my chiropractor, dermatologist, and Miguel, my deep tissue massage guy,…
By Megan McCarty
5 Ways To Support Brain Health, According to a Neuroscientist
September 20, 2022
5 Ways To Support Brain Health, According to a Neuroscientist
Despite feeling like the biggest brainiac in the world when you solve your Wordle puzzle…
By Well+Good Editors
4 Key Reasons Why Maintaining Mobility As You Age Can Boost Your Longevity
September 20, 2022
4 Key Reasons Why Maintaining Mobility As You Age Can Boost Your Longevity
Though aerobic exercise and popular fitness indicators like balance and grip strength are regularly touted…
By Erica Sloan
How the Very Name of 'Monkeypox' Contributes to Racial Disparities in Health Care
September 19, 2022
How the Very Name of 'Monkeypox' Contributes to Racial Disparities in Health Care
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), people can transmit monkeypox via skin-to-skin contact, respiratory…
By Akilah Cadet
4 Drink Habits That Will *Seriously* Improve Your Sleep Quality
September 19, 2022
4 Drink Habits That Will *Seriously* Improve Your Sleep Quality
If you’re not yet hacking your beverage game to support a good night’s rest, now’s…
By Michele Ross
The 'Wall Test' Will Tell You How You View the World—Here's How To Do It in 2 Minutes
September 18, 2022
The 'Wall Test' Will Tell You How You View the World—Here's How To Do It in 2 Minutes
Judging by our collective fascination with Myers-Briggs, enneagrams, attachment styles, and love languages, it's safe…
By Jessica Estrada
I Tried This $25 Knee Pillow, and My Night's Sleep Has Never Been Better (Plus, My Back Pain Has Vanished)
September 15, 2022
I Tried This $25 Knee Pillow, and My Night's Sleep Has Never Been Better (Plus, My Back Pain Has Vanished)
As a runner, weightlifter, and jump rope enthusiast, I'm no stranger to the occasional back pulls,…
By Kayla Hui
The Differences Between Hypersexuality, Sex Addiction, and Compulsive Sexual Behavior, According to Sex Therapists
September 15, 2022
The Differences Between Hypersexuality, Sex Addiction, and Compulsive Sexual Behavior, According to Sex Therapists
Choose your words wisely. Semantics do, in fact, matter—especially when it comes to contentious issues…
By Rebecca Norris
5 Retirement Planning Mistakes to Avoid, According to Financial Planners
September 15, 2022
5 Retirement Planning Mistakes to Avoid, According to Financial Planners
Saving for retirement is one of those pursuits that can be hard to wrap your…
By Kells McPhillips
What an Internal Medicine Doctor Eats Every Day for Optimal Mood Balance and Mental Health
September 15, 2022
What an Internal Medicine Doctor Eats Every Day for Optimal Mood Balance and Mental Health
As our summer Fridays are all dried up and we’re preparing for busier-than-ever holiday months…
By Lauren Wicks
Break the Cycle of Perfectionism With These 3 Radical Self-Acceptance Practices
September 15, 2022
Break the Cycle of Perfectionism With These 3 Radical Self-Acceptance Practices
Perfectionism is a tight, heavy energy that can remove joy from everyday moments and special…
By Kimberly Snyder
Can’t Stop Scrolling? Maybe It’s Time for a Social Media Break
September 14, 2022
Can’t Stop Scrolling? Maybe It’s Time for a Social Media Break
Thanks to the invention of infinite scrolling, social media platforms present a never-ending loop of…
By Amelia McBride
6 Ways To Reap the Calming Effects of Water Without Actually Being Near It
September 14, 2022
6 Ways To Reap the Calming Effects of Water Without Actually Being Near It
It's not a new revelation that being near water connects to a bevy of health…
By Pippa Best
9 Corn-y Wellness Products That Absolutely Have *The Juice* for Those Who Still Have the Corn Song Stuck in Their Head
September 13, 2022
9 Corn-y Wellness Products That Absolutely Have *The Juice* for Those Who Still Have the Corn Song Stuck in Their Head
For what feels like forever, "It's Corn!" has been stuck on repeat in our heads.…
By Francesca Krempa
7 Conversations To Have With Loved Ones Before They Pass, According to a Grief Counselor
September 12, 2022
7 Conversations To Have With Loved Ones Before They Pass, According to a Grief Counselor
Whether or not you felt personally affected by news of Queen Elizabeth's recent passing, it's…
By Ashley Broadwater
10 Travelers Share Why They Take the Same Annual Vacation, Year After Year
September 12, 2022
10 Travelers Share Why They Take the Same Annual Vacation, Year After Year
Each year growing up, my parents, my two siblings, and I made the two-hour drive…
By Francesca Krempa
New Hotel Designs Are Embracing Your Brain's Preference for Round, Curvy Shapes
September 12, 2022
New Hotel Designs Are Embracing Your Brain's Preference for Round, Curvy Shapes
Have you ever entered a colorful, flashy nightclub and felt a giddy excitement propel you…
By Bonnie Culbertson
Why People Are 'Reverse Catfishing' on Dating Apps—And Whether It's Ethical
September 10, 2022
Why People Are 'Reverse Catfishing' on Dating Apps—And Whether It's Ethical
My friend Stephanie met a guy on Coffee Meets Bagel. His pictures were "average-looking" but…
By Jillian Pretzel
How To Tell if Someone Is Lying to You, According to a Communication Pathologist and Cognitive Neuroscientist
September 09, 2022
How To Tell if Someone Is Lying to You, According to a Communication Pathologist and Cognitive Neuroscientist
Communicative pathologist and cognitive neuroscientist Caroline Leaf, PhD, says there are slew of speech patterns,…
By Rebecca Norris
Why Spending *Less* Overall Time in Bed Could Help You Fall Asleep More Easily
September 09, 2022
Why Spending *Less* Overall Time in Bed Could Help You Fall Asleep More Easily
There's perhaps nothing more frustrating than getting into bed at a reasonable time, eager to…
By Erica Sloan
‘I'm a Neuroscientist, and This Is the One Thing I Do Every Day To Support Brain Health’
September 09, 2022
‘I'm a Neuroscientist, and This Is the One Thing I Do Every Day To Support Brain Health’
Whether it’s self-identifying as a bookworm, a Sudoku lover, or a trivia champ, there are…
By Well+Good Editors
The Stress and Dandruff Connection—and How to Break the Cycle
September 08, 2022
The Stress and Dandruff Connection—and How to Break the Cycle
There's nothing like a bout of full-body anxiety to remind you that your psychology and…
By Well+Good Editors
How I Identified Narcissistic Abuse in My Romantic Relationship and Got Out
September 08, 2022
How I Identified Narcissistic Abuse in My Romantic Relationship and Got Out
When I first met my ex, I found him smart, charming, and with an infectious…
By Meehika Barua
The Brand Behind Meghan Markle's Favorite Cleanser Just Launched a Line of Stress-Busting Body Care Products
September 07, 2022
The Brand Behind Meghan Markle's Favorite Cleanser Just Launched a Line of Stress-Busting Body Care Products
Over the course of the past 13 years, J-beauty brand Tatcha amassed quite the A-list…
By Kara Jillian Brown
3 'Rules' About Eating for Better Sleep That You Can Definitely Ignore
September 07, 2022
3 'Rules' About Eating for Better Sleep That You Can Definitely Ignore
It’s no surprise that we all need enough high-quality shuteye to feel and function our…
By Michele Ross
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