Jon Spayde

How Do I Protect Against Ticks?

By Jon Spayde

Lyme disease is one of the fastest-growing infectious diseases in the U.S. Here are some tips to prevent tick-borne illnesses.

- Stress Relief -

My Massage Therapist Talks Too Much. How Can I Politely Let Them Know?

By Jon Spayde

A veteran massage therapist offers some tips on communcation.

- Travel -

My Partner Likes to Camp, and I Like Hotels — What Should We Do?

By Jon Spayde

In any relationship, says a couples’ mediator, it’s important to celebrate differences and find common ground.

- Family/Friends -

How Do I Adjust to an Empty Nest?

By Jon Spayde

Your youngest child just moved out and you feel lost. Here’s how to transition.

- Nutrition -

Does Whey Protein Cause Acne?

By Jon Spayde

Maybe. To be on the safe side, experts recommend choosing pea, hemp, or other plant-based protein supplements.

- Fitness Tips -

Why Does My Back Hurt After Doing Kettlebells?

By Jon Spayde

Here are some tips to protect your back during kettlebell moves.

- Fitness Tips -

How Can I Stop Being So Competitive at the Gym?

By Jon Spayde

Chronic competition can be stressful. The key is to focus on your own goals — not someone else’s.

- General Health -

Does Oregano Oil Work to Fight Colds?

By Jon Spayde

This essential oil has antibiotic properties, but it’s potent so use cautiously.

- Digital Detox -

Do Smartphones Undermine Short-Term Memory?

By Jon Spayde

The research around smartphones and memory is complicated, but many studies have shown that writing things down improves comprehension.

- Couples -

I’m Worried About My Loved One’s Weight. What Should I Say?

By Jon Spayde

Nothing. Here’s why.

- Personal Development -

I’m Self-Conscious About Being Naked in My Health Club’s Locker Room. What Can I Do?

By Jon Spayde

The first step, says one expert, is to challenge the notion of a “perfect” body.

- Nutrition -

Is It Safe To Try an Elimination Diet If You’ve Had an Eating Disorder?

By Jon Spayde

It can be risky, suggests one expert. One tip? Do an elimination diet that’s not as extreme.

- Fitness Tips -

How Do I Work Up the Nerve to Go Back to the Gym?

By Jon Spayde

If you haven’t been to the gym in years, it can be intimidating to go back. Here are four tips to get you over the hump.

- Family/Friends -

How Can I Get My Partner To Put Their Cellphone Down?

By Jon Spayde

Expert tips on how to create a phone-free zone in your relationship.

- Functional Medicine -

Change Makers

By Jon Spayde

Meet eight visionaries who are shifting the way we think about health, nutrition, and fitness — and changing countless lives along the way.

- Mindfulness -

The Endless Gift Machine

By Jon Spayde

For many of us, receiving presents can be stressful. Learn how to respond gratefully — while still communicating your limits.

- Sports/Recreation -

The Long Commute

By Jon Spayde

Our health and happiness can suffer when getting to work takes a big chunk of time and energy. These tips can help you relax and enjoy the trip.

- Community -

8 Tips to Deal With Cyberbullying

By Jon Spayde

Here are a few simple ways to handle the stress of online drama.

- Personal Development -

Little Lies, Big Stress

By Jon Spayde

Most of us hedge the truth on occasion, but small fibs can add up to a lot of stress. Learn how — and why — to keep it real.

- Personal Development -

How to Stop Projecting

By Jon Spayde

These tips can help you stop projecting your less-flattering traits onto other people.