Courtney Lewis Opdahl
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8 Yoga Poses to Help You Unwind
Find calm with these eight relaxing bedtime — or anytime — moves.
Why Wellness Needs to Be Diversified: A Q&A With Lauren Ash
The founder of Black Girl In Om talks about inclusivity in the yoga and wellness space and why self-care is critical for women of color.
From Fashion Stylist to Life Stylist: A Q&A With Luke Storey
A self-described “world-class biohacker” shares his favorite health-and-wellness tips.
Cooking Up Change: A Q&A With Julia Turshen
The Feed the Resistance cookbook author and founder of Equity at the Table shares how food and activism bring communities together.
What No One Tells You About Becoming a Mother: A Q&A With Alexandra Sacks, MD
The reproductive psychiatrist who is popularizing the term “matrescence” shares how we can have a more honest conversation about the emotional challenges of motherhood.
In Caring Company: Q&A With Alaffia Founders Olowo-n’djo Tchala and Prairie Rose Hyde
The cofounders share how sourcing natural-beauty-care products can help customers — and give back to West Africa.
Mindful Healing: Q&A With Yoga Instructor and Meditation Coach Keith Mitchell
Changing his mindset — and his career — through yoga has helped the Light It Up Foundation cofounder discover a new path forward.
8 Ways to Simplify the Holidays
The joy of the season really does come from the little moments. Here are a few ideas to make it memorable — and less stressful.
Fish Smarts for Pregnant Women
Which fish should pregnant women eat? For optimal health, the key is looking at both mercury content and omega-3 fatty-acid levels.
A Friend to the Bees: Mikaila Ulmer
This 12-year-old entrepreneur seeks to help support the declining bee population with her family’s lemonade recipe.
LIFE, UNEDITED: When Your Closet Runneth Over
In whittling down the wardrobe, what’s the sweet spot for what goes and what stays?
How Less Can Be More
Our managing editor looks to clear out the clutter and start the year fresh with a renewed perspective on the stuff she keeps — starting with the linen closet.
DIY Almond Milk
How to make your own nut milk with ease. Plus, helpful tricks for this dairy-free alternative.
3 Tips for Sweet-Potato Toast
This new food trend can be a meal game changer — and teach a few lessons about experimenting in the kitchen.
COMING CLEAN: When the News Fuels Fear and Anger
Finding love and connection after seeing violence on social media feels difficult — and even more confusing to me as a biracial woman.
5 Lessons for My Postpartum Self
The first year as a new mom has been a whirlwind. These tips would have served me well at eight weeks postpartum — and even now at 18 months.
A Feel for Living: Danielle LaPorte
Life is not about what you want to accomplish, says best-selling author Danielle LaPorte. It’s about investing in feeling your very best.
Sweet Rewards: Susanna and Ilya Gorodisher’s Success Story
How one couple overcame a legacy of obesity — and built a stronger life together along the way.
Dear Cat, Farewell
Losing a pet is hard any time, but especially during the holiday season. This tip from life coach Lauren has helped me move forward in the grieving process.
A New Path: Courtney Lewis Opdahl’s Success Story
One woman’s journey from yo-yo diets and a spirit-crushing obsession with weight to a happy, healthy rebirth.
Lessons from the Movies: Hungry for Change
One meaningful message from this documentary has helped senior editor Courtney Lewis Opdahl dramatically change the way she eats.



















