- Personal Development -
Beyond Meditation
By Quinton SkinnerSitting in silence isn’t for everyone. But there are plenty of other practices that offer profound calming benefits.
Relaxation-Rejuvenation
- Travel -
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.
- Recovery -
Why Workout Recovery Days Are Essential for Optimal Fitness
By Andrew HeffernanThe key to getting stronger, faster, or fitter is giving yourself time to recover properly between workouts. Learn how to leverage your rest days to reach your fitness goals.
- Stress Relief -
The Science of Stress
By Jon SpaydeUnderstand how stress operates in your body — and how to reduce stress and build resilience.
- Fitness Tips -
How to Get Rid of a Stiff Neck
By Andrew HeffernanA five-minute stretching routine to refresh and relax your neck, shoulders, and upper back.
- Hormones -
Repair Your Thyroid
By Jill GrunewaldMillions of people suffer thyroid problems without ever knowing why. Here’s how to recognize and resolve thyroid dysfunction your doctor might miss.
- Gut Health -
Night Owls Are From Mars
By Courtney HelgoeA study finds a gene for being a late sleeper.
- Stress Relief -
How to Take a Beautiful Bath
By Kaelyn RileyNot a fan of tub time — or just haven’t found a routine that works for you? These six tips will make you a bath believer.
- Stress Relief -
Lower Your Political Stress Level
By Jon SpaydeA constant barrage of political advertising and infighting can raise your anxiety level. Here’s how to calm down this election season.
- Mindfulness -
Brain-Body Benefits of Meditation
By Experience Life StaffThe influences of meditation stretch from head to toe, positively affecting your brain, heart, and immune system, and helping with chronic pain, insomnia, and depression. We’ve rounded up some intriguing recent research showing that meditation is a powerful ally for mind, body, and spirit.
Indulge Your Wanderlust
By Courtney HelgoePart yoga festival, part rave, the Wanderlust Festival feeds the mind, body and spirit — well into the wee hours.
Buying Time
By Experience Life StaffResearchers suggest that spending time helping others can help you feel “time affluent.”
- Personal Development -
Big Stretch
By Pilar GerasimoPilar Gerasimo’s top three takeaways from two groundbreaking books.
The Paradox of Choice
By Brian JohnsonPsychologist Barry Schwartz on how our culture of abundance robs us of satisfaction.
Getting Things Done: “Review”
By Erin PetersonIn this fourth installment of our five-part series with productivity expert David Allen, discover the perspective-shifting power of regularly reviewing your projects and priorities.
- Personal Development -
The End of Fear
By Courtney HelgoePsychotherapist 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.
- Stress Relief -
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.
- audio -
The End of Fear With Richard Schaub, PhD (Audio)
By Experience Life StaffExcerpts from senior editor Courtney Helgoe’s interview with psychotherapist and author Richard Schaub.
Almost Roughing It
By Jamie MartinNot a fan of hardcore camping? “Glamping” gets you out in nature — without sacrificing the comforts of home.
- Success Stories -
In My Control: Finn Haley’s Success Story
By Finn HaleyWhen it came to dealing with inflammatory bowel disease, one man learned that self-care is the best medicine.
- General Health -
Fun With Detox!
By Pilar GerasimoPilar Gerasimo on how clearing things out — your diet, your home, your heart — can provide a fresh start.