Family/Friends Archives - Page 3 of 11

- Pumping Irony -

PUMPING IRONY: Strength in Numbers

By Craig Cox

A new study suggests that life in an empty nest may be bad for the brain.

- Family/Friends -

The Good News About Bad Behavior

By Jill Metzler Patton

Katherine Reynolds Lewis talks about her new book and why we need a new approach to parenting and discipline.

- Family/Friends -

Pet Power

By Stephanie Granada

Learn why pet owners are healthier — and what you can do if you don’t have pets.

- 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.

- Aging -

Dog Owners Live Longer

By Heidi Wachter

Increased longevity is yet another benefit of dog ownership.

- Couples -

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

By Jon Spayde

Nothing. Here’s why.

- Fitness Tips -

8 Tips to Be a Fab Fitness Buddy

By Gina DeMillo Wagner

Build your active partnership with thoughtful acts of support like these.

- Coming Clean -

COMING CLEAN: Life Is Different With Two Kids

By Courtney Lewis Opdahl

When baby No. 2 arrives, so does a new reality. Our managing editor shares how she’s shifting her vision.

- 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.

- Family/Friends -

4 Ways to Make New Friends

By Jessie Sholl

If you want to feel more connected to others, break out of your social comfort zone.

- Functional Medicine -

Sarah Kay Hoffman’s Daily Wellness Routine

By Sarah Kay Hoffman

A wellness expert shares how she makes time for good food, fitness, quality sleep, and her family.

- Personal Development -

10 DIY Gift Ideas

By Experience Life Staff

Instead of ordering everything online this holiday season, why not try making your own gifts? Here are 10 ideas from Experience Life to try.

- Editor's Note -

The Thought Counts

By Jamie Martin

Editor in chief Jamie Martin on how to give and receive love.

- Personal Development -

5 Ways to Slow Down

By Mo Perry

These strategies can help us be more present in the here and now.

- Personal Development -

What’s the Rush?

By Mo Perry

Even when there’s a lot to do, it’s still possible to stop racing through life.

- Perspective by Bahram Akradi -

Forgiveness Matters

By Bahram Akradi

Why letting go of judgment is good for your health — and society.

- Environmental Health -

Safe Havens for Animals

By Heidi Wachter

Animal sanctuaries provide rewarding opportunities for volunteers and vacationers.

- Gut Health -

ADHD: A Nutritional Tune-Up

By Pamela Weintraub

Here are nine ways to use nutrition to help children with ADHD and ADD.

- 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.

- Travel -

Classic Family Vacations: Charleston

By Kelle Walsh

This charming Southern town offers antebellum architecture, friendly locals, and one of the country’s best culinary scenes.

- Mindfulness -

Mindful Fun

By Heidi Wachter

Susan Kaiser Greenland offers insights on how meditation can benefit kids and adults alike.