Heidi Wachter
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Mindfulness Vs. Depression
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is as effective as pharmaceuticals at preventing depression relapses, according to a 2015 study published in The Lancet.
Staying Human in the Digital Age: Q&A With Manoush Zomorodi
The podcast host and author shares her top insights on maintaining a healthy relationship with technology.
Kids & Digital Dementia
Research shows our growing use of digital devices can affect sleep quality, obesity risk, aggressive behavior and “digital dementia”.
The Transformative Power of Rewilding Retreats
A human “rewilding” retreat helps a longtime city dweller face her fears, relinquish control, and rediscover what sparks her joy.
Healing by Design: Kyra Bobinet, MD, MPH
By blending compassion with neuroscience, behavior-change expert Kyra Bobinet, MD, MPH is shaping the future of health improvement.
Statins May Raise Diabetes Risk
Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs may substantially increase men’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to new research from the University of Eastern Finland and Kuopio University Hospital.
Social Impacts of the “Always-On” Phone Culture
A new poll shows the changing social norms around cell-phone use and the challenges of maintaining mobile-phone etiquette.
6 Tips to Writing a Meaningful Thank-You Note
More than just good manners, it’s a slow-down practice that benefits the writer as much as the recipient.
Going to Extremes: Patricia Moreno
After decades of desperate attempts to transform her body, Patricia Moreno discovered the key to lasting change lay elsewhere — in her own heart and mind.
The Challenges of Weight-Based Bullying in Our Youth Culture
A new study finds adults believe fat stigma is the leading cause of childhood bullying.
What to Try Now: Little Free Library
Little Free Libraries are sharing books, improving literacy, and fostering community worldwide.
Creativity: It’s Not Just Your Imagination
A new study is the first to link the cerebellum to the creative process.
New Research Links the Brain and Immune System
The findings have implications for how diseases with an immune component are researched and treated.
How Your Phone Habit Is Impacting Your Body
Four ways that fiddling with our phones can have a negative effect on our bodies.
In Praise of Doing Nothing
Tips for getting more of the special somethings that come when the mind is allowed to idle.
Becoming Adventurous: A Conversation With Alastair Humphreys
Simple tips for getting out of your house — and your comfort zone — from adventurer Alastair Humphreys.
Seeds of Change: Robin Emmons
Robin Emmons is creating gardens from food deserts and empowering Charlotte’s impoverished communities to feed themselves.
Is Cholesterol Okay Now?
The U.S. Dietary Guidelines surrounding cholesterol have been wrong.
Cooking Against the Grain: Danielle Walker
Best-selling author Danielle Walker helps you serve up some favorite comfort foods — free of grains, gluten, and dairy.
Nestlé Saying Goodbye to Artificial Dyes
The company is poised to be the first major U.S. candy manufacturer to eliminate artificial food dyes and colors from products.




















