- Food Culture -
Jessie Diggins: An Athlete’s Eating Disorder — and Recovery
By Jessie DigginsOlympic gold medalist cross-country skier Jessie Diggins talks about overcoming her eating disorder.
Personal Development
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21 Books to Read Over a Long Weekend
By Experience Life StaffLooking for a good read this Labor Day weekend? Our staff weighs in on books they’ve read — or want to read — this season.
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5 Tips to Start a Mindfulness Practice
By Quinton SkinnerMeditation not for you? No matter. Whatever mindfulness practice you choose, here are five things to keep in mind.
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THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Idleness
By Pilar Gerasimo and Dallas HartwigYou don’t have to be hyperproductive all the time. In fact, you might get better results from occasionally doing a whole lot less.
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Beyond Meditation
By Quinton SkinnerSitting in silence isn’t for everyone. But there are plenty of other practices that offer profound calming benefits.
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Let’s Go Someplace Quiet
By Heidi WachterA project documenting the remotest spots in all 50 states highlights the effects of development on the environment and human health.
- Personal Development -
Unhack Your Smartphone
By Jessie ShollKeep your relationship with your device healthy and mindful by turning it into an ally rather than an adversary. Here are three easy smartphone-addiction hacks.
- Personal Development -
How to Practice Gratitude
By Cat ThompsonWhat does appreciation really mean, and why is there so little of it to go around these days? Discover how you can put gratitude into action.
- Success Stories -
Plus-Size Wellness Advocate Sarah Sapora Talks About Getting Healthy
By Sarah SaporaOne woman’s journey to create a healthier life for herself led her to become a wellness advocate for people of all sizes.
- Personal Development -
How to Deal With Shame
By Jessie ShollDon't let shame limit your life or hinder your potential. Here's how to respond to shame.
- Personal Development -
THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Asking
By Pilar Gerasimo and Dallas HartwigEver feel uncomfortable asking for what you want? Learn how to make requests that support your desires and serve your relationships.
- Personal Development -
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Adventure Quest
By Maggie Fazeli FardOur fitness editor tests the waters on a paddleboard — and discovers the benefits of leaving her comfort zone.
- Travel -
The Benefits of Forest Bathing
By Kara Douglas ThomA shinrin-yoku retreat provides opportunities to rebuild a healthy connection with nature and improve your well-being.
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Supreme Good
By Bahram AkradiOn doing good for the sake of doing good.
- Travel -
A Sea Change
By Maggie Fazeli FardOur fitness editor picks up a kayak paddle to explore one of her favorite vacation areas in a new way.
- Personal Development -
Why Do I Feel Worse About Myself When I Read Self-Help Books?
By Jon SpaydeSometimes, self-help books can overwhelm and set you up for unhappiness. Here's why.
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THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Mornings
By Pilar Gerasimo and Dallas HartwigYour first waking moments can have an all-day impact on your energy and outlook. These a.m. tweaks are worth trying.
- Travel -
How to Take a Sabbatical
By Karen OlsonThinking of taking some time off? Here are six tips to actually make it happen.
- Personal Development -
No Boundaries: Overcoming Codependence
By Jill Metzler PattonWhat you can do to break codependency and cultivate healthier, more satisfying relationships.
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4 Ways to Find a Hobby
By Katherine Reynolds LewisTry these tips for finding a pastime that's right for you.
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THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Satisfaction vs. Success
By Pilar Gerasimo and Dallas HartwigAre you chasing success at the expense of satisfaction? Here’s our take on balancing ambition, well-being, and life’s simple pleasures.