Experience Life Special Issue:
Thriving in the Holiday Season
In this digital-only collection, we’re offering dozens of strategies and insights for navigating this busy time of year with more grace, compassion, patience, and, yes, joy!
Features
5 Rules for Gathering
Great gatherings don’t usually happen by chance — they’re created with care. These five tips can make holiday get-togethers both meaningful and fun.
18 Ways to Find Hygge
Slow down and create an environment of warmth and coziness, Danish-style.
In Every Issue
How to Practice a Lovingkindness Meditation
Empathy is a gift that benefits everyone. Build yours with this mindfulness practice.
Make Your Own Gifts
These DIY gifts are beautiful, useful, and can be personalized for family and friends.
Real Fitness
End the Year Strong
Keep your fitness efforts alive during the holidays with this countdown to 2024. It’s designed to help you finish the year feeling powerful, confident, and grounded.
Real Food
The Low-Stress Cocktail Party
Try this spread of prep-ahead recipes to bring some ease to your next holiday gathering.
7 Tips for Happy, Healthy Holiday Eating
Try these mindful food strategies to help you truly savor the holiday season.
Celebrations: 5 Recipes From Danielle Walker
Stay true to your healthy-eating needs this holiday season with these festive, Paleo-inspired recipes.
Real Life
Coping With Grief During the Holidays
For people dealing with loss or sorrow, the holiday season can be a painful time. Here’s how to deal.
How to Stop Dreading Family Gatherings
Social psychologist and author Amy Johnson, PhD, offers advice for dealing with those family members who often threaten to ruin the mood.
6 Common Travel Illnesses and How to Treat Them
Travel’s pleasures and demands can take their toll. Stay on track with these foods and supplements.