Self-Care Tips
This nutrition expert makes food traditions healthier—without sacrificing taste
August 21, 2019
This nutrition expert makes food traditions healthier—without sacrificing taste
"As a dietitian of color, I want to always tell the world we exist." So…
By Latham Thomas
Do you know the difference between "good" and "bad" stress? Here's why it's important
August 21, 2019
Do you know the difference between "good" and "bad" stress? Here's why it's important
You know what stress feels like: That tight-shouldered, mind-racing sensation that often follows a marathon…
By Well+Good Editors
I challenged myself to find 10 minutes of self care in my daily routine—here’s what happened
August 20, 2019
I challenged myself to find 10 minutes of self care in my daily routine—here’s what happened
Be honest, how often do you really prioritize self care on a daily basis? According…
By Alex Taylor
Have a Hard Time Speaking Your Truth? These 6 Throat Chakra Stones Could Help
August 17, 2019
Have a Hard Time Speaking Your Truth? These 6 Throat Chakra Stones Could Help
If you have difficulty expressing yourself or speaking your truth, an energy healer is likely…
By Jessica Estrada
Life as a lefty helps me to embrace *all* my flaws—not just those related to handedness
August 13, 2019
Life as a lefty helps me to embrace *all* my flaws—not just those related to handedness
If asked to describe myself in a sentence, or even in a string of adjectives,…
By Alexis Berger
The key differences in how introverts and extroverts can best navigate today's world
August 13, 2019
The key differences in how introverts and extroverts can best navigate today's world
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator has been around for decades, helping countless people understand how they…
By Korin Miller
7 Distinct Greek Words Describe Different Kinds of Love—Which Have You Experienced?
August 12, 2019
7 Distinct Greek Words Describe Different Kinds of Love—Which Have You Experienced?
Consider the many contexts for which people use the word “love.” You can love your…
By Jenna Birch
A face-mask queen shares her favorite self-care habits that follow 2 rules: being easy and fun
August 11, 2019
A face-mask queen shares her favorite self-care habits that follow 2 rules: being easy and fun
Want to learn about her whole self-care routine? Watch the video here. It makes sense…
By Mary Grace Garis
Help! My loved ones are gaslighting me about my mental health struggles
August 10, 2019
Help! My loved ones are gaslighting me about my mental health struggles
My mom's heard me describe the malaise that's plagued me since puberty…pretty much since I…
By Mary Grace Garis
Science backs rituals as an empowering strategy to help you bounce back from failure
August 09, 2019
Science backs rituals as an empowering strategy to help you bounce back from failure
Chances are, you have some kind of ritual that makes you feel better about life.…
By Kristin Wong
Reading is the ultimate mindfulness practice for the restless—so grab book and settle in
August 09, 2019
Reading is the ultimate mindfulness practice for the restless—so grab book and settle in
Whenever someone asks about my "hobbies" to fulfill our we-just-met small talk quota, I always…
By Kells McPhillips
5 questions you can use to check in on your mental health every day
August 08, 2019
5 questions you can use to check in on your mental health every day
When you go in for a check-up at the doctor, there are things they usually…
By Hannah Paasch
Use 'soul medicine' to remedy to that all-too-common 'meh' feeling and vibrate higher
August 07, 2019
Use 'soul medicine' to remedy to that all-too-common 'meh' feeling and vibrate higher
I'm deep in an inexplicable funk of "meh" when I meet Lalah Delia, spiritual writer…
By Erin Bunch
A psychologist's satisfying take on why you should lean into your bad moods
August 06, 2019
A psychologist's satisfying take on why you should lean into your bad moods
The other night, I rendered all my efforts to smile big and self-soothe my way…
By Mary Grace Garis
Polar’s chic new fitness tracker is like having a meditation and recovery expert on your wrist
August 06, 2019
Polar’s chic new fitness tracker is like having a meditation and recovery expert on your wrist
When you're in the market to buy a fitness tracker, your prime incentive for splurging…
By Tehrene Firman
9 habits from wellness entrepreneurs that they owe their success to
August 04, 2019
9 habits from wellness entrepreneurs that they owe their success to
At risk of sounding like that cat hanging onto a tree branch in the inspirational…
By Alyssa Girdwain
2 relationship pros say seeing out your revenge fantasy on an ex won't make you feel better
July 29, 2019
2 relationship pros say seeing out your revenge fantasy on an ex won't make you feel better
You can send someone actual shit in the mail. Cow dung, elephant crap, and gorilla…
By Zoe Weiner
How a novice herbalist uses plant medicine in her daily routine
July 28, 2019
How a novice herbalist uses plant medicine in her daily routine
Want to learn more about the power of plant medicine? Watch the video here. Sometimes…
By Mary Grace Garis
The 1 obstacle between me and body acceptance is my friends' negative self-talk
July 26, 2019
The 1 obstacle between me and body acceptance is my friends' negative self-talk
I have a positive relationship with my body, but cultivating it was one of the…
By Allie Flinn
How to unpack from a guilt trip so baggage doesn't weigh you down at all times
July 26, 2019
How to unpack from a guilt trip so baggage doesn't weigh you down at all times
The time and energy we collectively (and individually) spend feeling guilty adds up considerably. According…
By Sara Angle
How to recover from a therapy hangover, because the post-session blues are super common
July 25, 2019
How to recover from a therapy hangover, because the post-session blues are super common
I'm new to therapy, but having recently embraced my weekly sessions with gusto, I can…
By Mary Grace Garis
2019 has been the year of the wellness scam, and it's forcing us to turn our B.S. meters way up
July 24, 2019
2019 has been the year of the wellness scam, and it's forcing us to turn our B.S. meters way up
When your to-do list starts to rival a CVS receipt in length, you start looking…
By Erin Bunch
The 4 distinguishing traits of highly sensitive people who 'just have a lot of feelings'
July 24, 2019
The 4 distinguishing traits of highly sensitive people who 'just have a lot of feelings'
When I was in the first grade, I remember crying almost every day. My teacher…
By Jenna Birch
The era of sexual self care has brought Big Bush Energy to its climax
July 24, 2019
The era of sexual self care has brought Big Bush Energy to its climax
If record-breaking sales of sexual self-care products are any indication, the contents of people's nightstands…
By Kells McPhillips
Here's what happened when a hypnotism skeptic tried a self-hypnosis app
July 23, 2019
Here's what happened when a hypnotism skeptic tried a self-hypnosis app
"I make myself comfortable, close my eyes, and calmly breathe in...and out." "Um, what the…
By Mary Grace Garis
How 2019 became the year of burnout—and effectively ended performative wellness
July 22, 2019
How 2019 became the year of burnout—and effectively ended performative wellness
We called it… but did we get it right? Back in December, the Well+Good editors…
By Mary Grace Garis
There are 2 types of expectations—here's how to meet both, no matter your personality type
July 22, 2019
There are 2 types of expectations—here's how to meet both, no matter your personality type
According to best-selling author and happiness expert Gretchen Rubin, there are two types of expectations…
By Jenna Birch
Make like Awkwafina and turn your anxiety into something bold and brave
July 18, 2019
Make like Awkwafina and turn your anxiety into something bold and brave
I've been on the same page with Awkwafina for a while. Long before she revealed…
By Mary Grace Garis
Not drinking enough water? These 9 bottles help you hydrate
July 13, 2019
Not drinking enough water? These 9 bottles help you hydrate
My plants get watered on a strict weekly schedule. Unfortunately, I don't keep myself as…
By Tehrene Firman
Make those slow AF weeks speed up using a few psychological tricks
July 10, 2019
Make those slow AF weeks speed up using a few psychological tricks
A week is seven days or 168 hours no matter how you slice it, but…
By Mary Grace Garis
Wellness is complex, misunderstood, and oh-so important—here's what it means to Team Well+Good
July 09, 2019
Wellness is complex, misunderstood, and oh-so important—here's what it means to Team Well+Good
It's been about a decade since Well+Good launched, and when I recently joined as the…
By Mary Grace Garis
The old cliche of counting sheep to fall asleep actually works really well—here's why
July 07, 2019
The old cliche of counting sheep to fall asleep actually works really well—here's why
At 10 p.m. on the dot, I crawl into my cozy-soft $15 sheets, shut the…
By Kells McPhillips
9 cooling weighted blankets to keep you comfy on hot summer nights
July 07, 2019
9 cooling weighted blankets to keep you comfy on hot summer nights
There's absolutely nothing worse than drifting off to sleep blissfully wrapped up in your cozy,…
By Tehrene Firman
How this healing practitioner found her calling—as a baby
July 01, 2019
How this healing practitioner found her calling—as a baby
Wellness in Color is a new series highlighting prominent wellness practitioners of color who are…
By Latham Thomas
How to turn around your day when you wake up on the wrong side of the bed
June 25, 2019
How to turn around your day when you wake up on the wrong side of the bed
In a perfect world, you’d wake up feeling refreshed and happy every day—but we don't…
By Korin Miller
There are 3 common ways to develop an insecurity—and it's possible to shake off each one
June 21, 2019
There are 3 common ways to develop an insecurity—and it's possible to shake off each one
Feeling less than confident in various arenas of life is practically part of being human.…
By Korin Miller
4 Acupressure Points That Relieve Jaw Tension in 60 Seconds, According to a Dentist
June 18, 2019
4 Acupressure Points That Relieve Jaw Tension in 60 Seconds, According to a Dentist
Jaw tension is sneaky. It steals your joy when you're all caught up in your…
By Kells McPhillips
How You View (and Like To Have) Sex, Based on Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type
June 17, 2019
How You View (and Like To Have) Sex, Based on Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type
Sex preferences and sexual appetites and needs fall along a spectrum, and no one is…
By Jenna Birch
The 4-step plan to relieve decision fatigue, because there's no need to stress about dinner
June 17, 2019
The 4-step plan to relieve decision fatigue, because there's no need to stress about dinner
One frustrating aspect of being a functioning adult human is that we always find new…
By Mary Grace Garis
How to jump-start your day with a CBD-fueled mini facial
June 16, 2019
How to jump-start your day with a CBD-fueled mini facial
 So much of our mental and spiritual health rests on self-care. But making time…
By Kara Jillian Brown
I turned on my read receipts like a total Dad for a week—and now all my friends hate me
June 16, 2019
I turned on my read receipts like a total Dad for a week—and now all my friends hate me
The first time I shoot a text to a potential friend, I keep an eye…
By Kells McPhillips
Noise pollution is everywhere—and it's stressing you out
June 12, 2019
Noise pollution is everywhere—and it's stressing you out
Several months ago, I awoke at midnight to the grating sound of a jackhammer. The…
By Kells McPhillips
How To Stop Thinking About Someone When You Can't Focus on Anything Else
June 12, 2019
How To Stop Thinking About Someone When You Can't Focus on Anything Else
Many of us have found ourselves struggling to concentrate on a task because somebody is…
By Erin Magner
Checks+Balanced: 34-year-old making $47K gets thrifty to afford her healthy habits and grad school
June 11, 2019
Checks+Balanced: 34-year-old making $47K gets thrifty to afford her healthy habits and grad school
Even in a world where questions about menstrual cups and the ins and outs of sex are completely (and…
By Emily Laurence
The magic number of times to reschedule with flaky people before you can be 'busy' forever
June 10, 2019
The magic number of times to reschedule with flaky people before you can be 'busy' forever
In an age where we protect, honor, and strategize our calendars as if they were…
By Mary Grace Garis
How To Harness Sexual Energy To Manifest the Passion-Filled Life of Your Dreams
June 10, 2019
How To Harness Sexual Energy To Manifest the Passion-Filled Life of Your Dreams
We all know that an amazing romp in the sheets can give you life—sometimes even…
By Mary Grace Garis
Science says sighing is involuntary self care—not your inner angsty teen being rude
June 07, 2019
Science says sighing is involuntary self care—not your inner angsty teen being rude
I've taken to sighing approximately, oh, 22,000 times a morning, and I'm worried that my…
By Mary Grace Garis
8 natural ways to keep your energy up without resorting to coffee
June 07, 2019
8 natural ways to keep your energy up without resorting to coffee
So you’ve decided to give up caffeine—good for you (and godspeed). There are a ton…
By Alanna Nuñez
Gender-free sex toys are the future of personal pleasure
June 06, 2019
Gender-free sex toys are the future of personal pleasure
You can buy a sex toy in almost every shape, size, and color, but they…
By Kells McPhillips
This tattoo pain chart uses a scale of '0 to Pass Out'—is it really gonna hurt to get inked?
June 06, 2019
This tattoo pain chart uses a scale of '0 to Pass Out'—is it really gonna hurt to get inked?
If you're looking to express yourself, you can do it through your activewear collection, your…
By Tehrene Firman
“What You Seek Is Seeking You” Is Rumi’s Way of Saying Your Life Has Purpose—Here’s How To Find It
June 04, 2019
“What You Seek Is Seeking You” Is Rumi’s Way of Saying Your Life Has Purpose—Here’s How To Find It
At this point, it's tough to go a day without seeing at least half a…
By Jessica Estrada
Myers-Briggs love calculator: Which personality type is perfect for your summer fling?
June 04, 2019
Myers-Briggs love calculator: Which personality type is perfect for your summer fling?
Not every love story is meant to be a happily ever after that lasts till…
By Jenna Birch
How To Say No To Things You'd, Like, Really Rather Not Do—Without Feeling Guilty
June 03, 2019
How To Say No To Things You'd, Like, Really Rather Not Do—Without Feeling Guilty
Even if you don't harbor people-pleaser tendencies, learning how to say no politely can sometimes…
By Mary Grace Garis
Your oracle deck can actually be a pretty powerful tool to fight stress
June 02, 2019
Your oracle deck can actually be a pretty powerful tool to fight stress
Stress may be a six-letter word, but it can be d-a-m-n taxing on your mental…
By Kells McPhillips
Why high-functioning people fail to do simple chores…like clean filthy water cups in the bedroom
June 02, 2019
Why high-functioning people fail to do simple chores…like clean filthy water cups in the bedroom
"I've had water glasses on my nightstand longer than Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin have…
By Mary Grace Garis
Adding *this* many more steps to your day can help you live longer
May 30, 2019
Adding *this* many more steps to your day can help you live longer
Choosing a parking space far from the grocery store; taking the stairs instead of the…
By Tehrene Firman
The '10-10-10 method' will teach you how to worry less if something is bothering you
May 29, 2019
The '10-10-10 method' will teach you how to worry less if something is bothering you
I tend to let myself worry worry about everything. This wasn't always the case, but…
By Tehrene Firman
Have a drink with your blooms, because the benefits of spending time with plants are real
May 29, 2019
Have a drink with your blooms, because the benefits of spending time with plants are real
Calling all dedicated, multitasking plant parents! Ever wonder how to incorporate your own self care…
By Mary Grace Garis
Candice Kumai’s 3-step longevity plan is actually the secret to self care
May 28, 2019
Candice Kumai’s 3-step longevity plan is actually the secret to self care
When it comes down to all the face-masking (that can be a verb, right?), journaling,…
By Well+Good Editors
10 real women share their uncensored thoughts about watching pornography
May 28, 2019
10 real women share their uncensored thoughts about watching pornography
In 1964, United States Supreme Court Justice Potter Stewart famously said that when it came…
By Aly Semigran
How To Open Your Third Eye With 15 Tips From Experts
May 27, 2019
How To Open Your Third Eye With 15 Tips From Experts
Even if you haven’t learned the ins and outs of chakras, you’ve likely heard your…
By Leigh Weingus
Why do my eyes get red and itchy in swimming pools? (Hint: It's not the chlorine)
May 25, 2019
Why do my eyes get red and itchy in swimming pools? (Hint: It's not the chlorine)
After floating around in a swimming pool, it's not uncommon for your eyes to get…
By Tehrene Firman
The germiest spot in your car is dirtier than a toilet seat
May 24, 2019
The germiest spot in your car is dirtier than a toilet seat
Even though most people spend a considerable amount of time in their car, it's not…
By Tehrene Firman
What you need to know about chill out time from the queen of self care
May 23, 2019
What you need to know about chill out time from the queen of self care
Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the…
By Well+Good Editors
Meet the new personality typology that'll help you get out of your brain ruts
May 23, 2019
Meet the new personality typology that'll help you get out of your brain ruts
The Enneagram model is personality typology that has a sneaky way of reflecting our innermost…
By Hannah Paasch
Plot twist: Jealousy is actually a good thing when it comes to creating your best life
May 23, 2019
Plot twist: Jealousy is actually a good thing when it comes to creating your best life
There are lots of emotions I feel before I even get out of bed in…
By Erin Magner
The psychological reason so many people seek summer flings—and how to opt out
May 22, 2019
The psychological reason so many people seek summer flings—and how to opt out
From "Summer Nights” in Grease to “Summer Love” by Justin Timberlake to "Cool for the…
By Aly Semigran
There are 10 million unpaid millennial caregivers—here's what life is like for 4 of them
May 21, 2019
There are 10 million unpaid millennial caregivers—here's what life is like for 4 of them
Twenty-eight-year-old Elana Cohen felt her phone vibrate as she walked into a work meeting. It…
By Emily Laurence
Big Cher Energy is the light that should guide every woman's career
May 20, 2019
Big Cher Energy is the light that should guide every woman's career
I still haven't recovered from hearing a story Cher told the audience on a New…
By Mary Grace Garis
A psychologist's take on why many of us would rather walk than small talk in an Uber
May 16, 2019
A psychologist's take on why many of us would rather walk than small talk in an Uber
Uber is trying to make small talk in your ride a thing of the past,…
By Mary Grace Garis
I belong to a Sisterhood of Traveling Therapy-Goers, and I've never felt more mentally healthy
May 15, 2019
I belong to a Sisterhood of Traveling Therapy-Goers, and I've never felt more mentally healthy
On an uncharacteristically sunshine-y Tuesday around 12:30 p.m., I ran into a friend from Brooklyn…
By Mary Grace Garis
Why laughing so hard it hurts provides an instant boost in happiness
May 13, 2019
Why laughing so hard it hurts provides an instant boost in happiness
A few years ago, a yoga teacher gave me a piece of advice I (try…
By Kells McPhillips
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