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How to Share a Difficult Diagnosis

By Jessie Sholl

The decision to disclose an illness to others is often a complicated one. This guidance can help you share the news your way.

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The Surprising Benefits of Laughter — and Tips to Find More of It

By Jessie Sholl

Laughter has surprising health benefits for your mood, your mind, and your body. Try these tips to make more space for it in your life.

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5 Strategies for Coping With Sensory Overload

By Jessie Sholl

It’s not uncommon to be overwhelmed by all of the stimuli in your environment. These strategies can help you recognize and deal with this feeling.

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7 Ways to Make Your Bedroom More Intimate

By Elizabeth Millard

Creating space for intimacy is an important part of your overall wellness. Feng shui experts and sex educators offer their top strategies.

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13 Creative Ways to Learn Something New

By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

Lifelong learning can improve our health and happiness. Try some of these ideas for learning something new.

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How to Find Calm When Life Feels Chaotic

By Jessie Sholl

Many of us respond to disarray by striving for control, but there are other ways to find calm within the storm.

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6 Strategies to Cope With Medical Trauma

By Quinton Skinner

Frightening or distressing medical experiences are common. Lean on these strategies to overcome your fears.

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How Social Media Usage Can Influence Your Diet

By Katie Dohman

Comparing what you eat to what social-media influencers eat can sabotage your diet. Here’s why.

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How to Care for An Aging Pet

By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

Animal friends are good for our health — but caring for senior pets comes with challenges. Experts share tips for supporting your best pals through their golden years.

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7 Simple Ways to Improve Social Connection

By Kara Douglass Thom

Our screens often keep us from fully engaging with the people right in front of us. Discover several strategies to show that you’re present.

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How to Break Free From the ‘Laziness Lie’

By Katie Dohman

Psychologist Devon Price deconstructs the myth that we’d all be better off if we were a little less idle.

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How to Use Journaling for Mental Health

By Jon Spayde

Explore six types of journaling practices that can offer meaningful benefits for your mental health.

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How to Respond to Gaslighting

By Quinton Skinner

Gaslighting can undermine your self-confidence and perception of the truth. Here are signs of gaslighting — and how to break free from it.

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How to Cope With a Toxic Friend

By Jessie Sholl

Maintaining healthy social ties is crucial to our well-being, but some relationships may not be giving you the best energy.

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How to Envision a Positive Future

By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

A futurist explains how to build your resilience and adaptability, even in uncertain times.

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How to Know When to Quit

By Quinton Skinner

We tend to think giving up is a sign of weakness, but in the right context, quitting can be a strength. Our experts explain how to know when it’s time to throw in the towel.

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How to Get Your Kids in the Kitchen

By Jill Patton, FMCHC

It’s never too early — or too late — to introduce your kids to the life skills learned in the kitchen.

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How to Dream Big

By Jill Patton, FMCHC

Pursuing your dreams means leaping early and often and making bold moves.

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How to Jump-Start Your Creativity

By Jon Spayde

Artistic pursuits are more than just a form of self-expression — they can also be a health- supporting addition to a balanced life.

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