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How to Beat the Self-Employment Blues
By Jon SpaydeSelf-employment can bring some unique sources of stress. Business coach Barbara Winter offers strategies for handling them.
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Build Your Own Winter Retreat
By Courtney HelgoeSenior editor Courtney Helgoe shares a few quick ways to take a retreat at home.
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The Cares of Caregiving
By Jon SpaydePsychologist and author Dale Atkins on how to support a sick loved one —without falling apart yourself.
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COMING CLEAN: Dance Like No One Is Watching
By Courtney Lewis OpdahlIt's the weekend, so it's time for my Flashdance moment.
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Back From Burnout
By Jill Metzler PattonLearn to recognize the signs of serious depletion and chronic stress — and how to restore your inner fire.
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All in the Family: Stop Dreading Family Gatherings
By Jon SpaydeSocial psychologist and author Amy Johnson, PhD, offers advice for dealing with those family members who always threaten to ruin the mood.
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New-Job Jitters
By Jon SpaydeStarting a new job is both exciting and anxiety producing. Debra Wheatman, founder and president of Careers Done Write, shows you how to settle in with minimal stress.
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COMING CLEAN: The Slow-Down Plan
By Courtney Lewis OpdahlOur new home means a new lifestyle. Only two weeks in and I'm already more relaxed.
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Fear of Moving Forward
By Jon SpaydeContemplating a major life change can create significant levels of stress. Psychologist and author Joseph Burgo, PhD, offers strategies on how to cope.
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Alone With Your Thoughts
By Jon SpaydeFind it difficult to just sit with your own inner ramblings? Clinical psychologist Noam Shpancer, PhD, offers advice on taming the tumult and finding some mental peace and quiet.
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Monkey Mind
By Jon SpaydeThree experts offer tips for overcoming mental chaos and reclaiming a balanced brain.
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COMING CLEAN: Seeking Happiness
By Courtney Lewis OpdahlStaying positive and finding joy is a daily practice, but the right tools can help in the pursuit. Here are a few of my favorites.
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When Your Doctor Says, “I Have Bad News”
By Jon SpaydeHow to cope with a scary health diagnosis — without getting caught up in the chaos of fear.
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Work Stress Hits Home
By Experience Life StaffThe far-reaching implications of working in a hostile environment.
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Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Stress If You Want to Lose Weight
By Sheila ViersThese days life is moving faster than ever. You’re typing on your laptop, talking to someone on the phone, while having a secondary conversation with someone else physically right in front of you.
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The Big Breakup: How to Move On
By Jon SpaydeWhen a romantic relationship ends, you can feel depressed, resentful, and uncertain about your ability to get over it. Susan J. Elliott on how to heal your heart and move on.
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6 Simple Things That Make My Life Better
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCSenior editor Laine Bergeson shares simple things that make her life better.
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Boost Your Energy Level
By Experience Life StaffDiscover and overcome obstacles to getting sufficient rest.
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ROUNDUP: Avoid Stress During the Holiday Season
By Experience Life StaffSome of the best from our archives on how to deal with this busy holiday season.
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Try a Healthy Dose of Lifestyle
By Experience Life Community ManagerA study by Roger Walsh, MD, PhD, found that making lifestyle changes can be as effective as drugs at treating depression and other mental health disorders.
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Relaxation Revolution
By Brian JohnsonHerbert Benson’s book offers scientific proof that mind-body practices can have powerful, gene-altering effects — in a surprisingly short period of time.