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Brain Health

Discover how exercise, diet, and other essential elements of a healthy way of life can help keep your brain functioning optimally.

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Can Brain Retraining Help Me Recover From Long COVID?

Lingering symptoms from long COVID and other chronic-pain conditions might result from faulty feedback loops in the nervous system. Brain training can help resolve them.

By Mo Perry

Brain Health Covid-19

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8 Powerful Ways Exercise Benefits the Brain

The benefits of physical activity are more than muscle-deep. Moving your body builds and conditions your gray matter, making you smarter, happier, and more resilient.

By Michael Dregni

Brain Health Fitness Tips

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What Can I Do to Lower My Alzheimer’s Risk and Dementia?

Neurologist David Perlmutter, MD, shares nine strategies for preventing cognitive decline.

By Michael Dregni

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Inflammation

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How to Thrive in a Neurodiverse Relationship

Being part of a neurodiverse couple has its challenges — and its benefits, too. Learn how to make the most of your differences.

By Heidi Wachter

Dating/Marriage Relationships

In Every Issue

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ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Try Mindful Drinking

Why mindfulness and moderation are key to maintaining a healthy relationship with alcohol.

By Experience Life Staff

Attitude/Mindset Mindfulness/Meditation

Melissa Story

How One Woman Overcame Her OCD

Melissa Kay shares how she found relief from a debilitating mental illness with medication and a more balanced lifestyle.

By Melissa Kay

Real Fitness

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5 Tips to Help Overcome Clumsiness

There are all sorts of reasons you might be clumsy. Here are some expert tips to help build balance, body awareness, and motor control.

By Lauren Bedosky

Fitness Tips Mindfulness/Meditation

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A Somatic Workout to Support Your Well-Being

Learn how to shift your focus to your body’s internal sensations with these mind-body movements.

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

At-Home Workouts Recovery

Train Your Brain — and Improve Your Sports Performance — With Neuro Optimization

The next frontier in athletic performance? Neurological optimization. Here's why.

By Michael Dregni

Brain Health Fitness Tips

Real Food

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SOMETHING SIMPLE: Crispy Pumpkin Oat Waffles

These gluten-free and dairy-free waffles are made with whole grains, almond milk, canned pumpkin, and avocado oil.

By Robin Asbell

Breakfast Something Simple

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5 Recipes to Support Brain Health

These recipes are packed with vital nutrients that support your cognitive health.

By Alyssa Shultis

Real Life

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7 Strategies to Create a Happiness Habit

Research suggests that small, everyday actions are key to feeling more joy.

By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

Happiness/Joy Healthy Habits/Goal Setting

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How to Manage a Trigger Response

You don’t have to be hijacked by strong reactions. Learn how to manage them — and how to recover your cool when you’ve already lost it.

By Jane McCampbell Stuart, MA, LMFT, CPCC, RMFT

Emotional Intelligence Personal Development