Relationships Archives - Experience Life

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The 4 Communication Styles

By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

How knowing these four different communication styles can improve your relationships.

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STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Words of Inspiration

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

Here a few mantras that help our fitness editor boost her motivation and focus.

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Welcome to Wellness

By Junauda Petrus-Nasah

The world of yoga, meditation, and other wellness practices has not always felt welcoming to those who are marginalized. Meet eight visionary teachers and healers who are changing that reality.

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The Why, the Wonder

By Bahram Akradi

There is no timeline for learning and discovery: Both are lifelong opportunities for growth.

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One Step At a Time: Blake Mycoskie

By Courtney Helgoe

The TOMS Shoes and Madefor founder talks about embracing challenges, seeking the next adventure — and enjoying the journey along the way.

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How to Support the Black Community During Black History Month

By Courtney Lewis Opdahl

For both Black and non-Black individuals, there are myriad ways to celebrate and honor African-American culture during Black History Month. Here are a few of our favorite ideas to learn and uplift.

EL manager editor Courtney Lewis Opdahl is tubing in the snow.

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My New Year’s Resolution? Be Myself.

By Courtney Lewis Opdahl

Moving past aesthetic goals during resolution season is possible, if you explore what true happiness means to you.

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How to Stop Doomscrolling

By Michael Dregni

We all do it, especially in these trying times. Here are four tips to stop doomscrolling — and improve your mental health.

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How to Return to Work After a Furlough

By Déjà Leonard

Returning to your job after a furlough is likely to raise some complicated emotions. This expert advice can help you work through them.

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Crystal Clear

By Bahram Akradi

A manifesto for change.

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- Personal Development -

The End of Fear

By Courtney Helgoe

Psychotherapist Richard Schaub shares insights from his groundbreaking work on how we can acknowledge our vulnerability, build our courage, and find a path to serenity, even in a scary world.

- Coming Clean -

COMING CLEAN: The Season of Light and Dark

By Courtney Lewis Opdahl

Our managing editor on how to bring joy to your winter life.

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- Personal Development -

5 Tips to Cultivate Empathy

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Practicing empathy is an essential step to resolving conflict and developing meaningful relationships. Here are five ways to activate empathy.

Experience Life editor in chief Jamie Martin

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What I’ve Learned

By Jamie Martin

How two questions inspired this column — and opened the door to reflection and imagination.

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The Evolution of Aly Raisman

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

The former competitive gymnast and two-time Olympian opens up about surviving sexual assault and moving toward healing through mindfulness and advocacy.