Stress

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Fitness Recovery, Defined

Improper recovery can slow your progress. Learn why — and what and how to incorporate for a more effective approach.

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Fitness Tips Stress

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Stress Management for Busy People

7 realistic ways time-starved folks can add stress relief to their days.

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Stress

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How to Help a Friend Deal With Pandemic Anxiety

9 tips to comfort loved ones who are feeling anxious about the coronavirus.

By Molly Kopischke

Covid-19 Depression & Anxiety

How to Relieve Stress During a Pandemic

You may be experiencing a chronic state of stress activation known as “allostatic load.” Our experts offer five techniques to help you de-stress and re-center.

By Kaelyn Riley

Covid-19 Personal Development

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8 Factors That Age Us Prematurely — and What We Can Do About Them

Some of our daily habits may be doing more harm than good when it comes to how we age. Discover some basic lifestyle shifts that can slow the effects of this natural process.

By Anika Christ, RD, CPT

Personal Care/Beauty Sleep

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Self-Care for Activists

Self-care is not escapism: It’s a way to remain present, connected, and committed. Here's how to battle burnout if you're an activist.

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Inclusive Wellness Stress

How to Help a Friend Struggling With Depression

When someone near you is suffering, it can be challenging to maintain a bright outlook. Here's how to rise above the emotional tide.

By Jon Spayde

Depression & Anxiety Friends

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How to Help Children Handle the Stress of Coronavirus

Four experts weigh in on child and family behavior amid the global pandemic.

By Michael Dregni

Covid-19 Family/Parenting/Kids

5 Ways to Stay Connected While Confined

Loneliness can present a real health threat — especially for the elderly — but everywhere you look, people are finding new ways to engage with one another.

By Craig Cox

Community Home/Living

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How to Deal With Pandemic Burnout

A therapist who specializes in burnout offers tips for self-care during a crisis.

By Courtney Helgoe

Attitude/Mindset Covid-19

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How to Live Through Uncertain Times

Strategies for reframing fear and enjoying life in the face of anxiety.

By the Experience Life Team

Covid-19 Personal Development

5 Ways to Enjoy a Spa Day at Home

Practice some much-needed self-care with these DIY tips and recipes that call for items you likely already have in your pantry.

By Lindsey Frey Palmquist

Happiness/Joy Home/Living

Talks — S1, EP13 / How to Build Mental Resilience During Difficult Times

Jen Elmquist, MA, LMFT, director and co-creator of Life Time Mind, shares ways to protect your mind and body, as well as some simple mental exercises you can do if you feel overwhelmed with stress or worry.

With Jen Elmquist

Attitude/Mindset Mental Health

31 Healthy Habits to Embrace While Social Distancing

Navigating change and building resiliency starts with healthy habits.

By Heidi Wachter

Covid-19 Fitness Tips

The Stress Response May Start In Your Bones

Why the flight-or-fight response is about more than adrenaline.

By Craig Cox

Stress

Talks — S1, EP9 / Sleeping During Stressful Times

Having trouble falling or staying asleep? Henry Emmons, MD, discusses the importance of sleep for our immune systems, fighting off infections and our mental health — and offers tips for getting more sleep during this stressful time.

With Henry Emmons, MD

Sleep Stress