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Finding Light in the Dark

With Veteran and Fitness Instructor Charles “Traps” Robinson
Season 9, Episode 12

Robinson shares how he’s overcome many personal struggles, and his story can serve as inspiration for others to find whatever light they can in dark times and to keep moving forward.

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What Is Moral Injury — and How Is It Different from PTSD?

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Sometimes we’re forced to do something that goes against our conscience or moral compass. The damage this can cause to our beliefs, values, or ethical code of conduct can be long lasting.

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The Power of Self-Acceptance

By Henry Emmons, MD and Aimee Prasek, PhD

Embracing yourself, just as you are, can help you get out of your own way.

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Behind the Scenes With Amber Lyon (Video)

By Experience Life Staff

Go behind the scenes with author and self-development coach Amber Lyon as she reflects on how to be who you truly are.

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Amber Lyon on Becoming Naturally Magnetic

By Jill Patton, FMCHC

Author and self-development coach Amber Lyon on the principles that guided her through dark times — and how we can all find a path to self-discovery, courage, and joy.

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ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Try Mindful Drinking

By Experience Life Staff

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

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Embracing Intuitive Movement

By Maggie Fazeli Fard

Our fitness editor reflects on learning to listen to her body during exercise.

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5 Ways to Love Deeply and Well

By Henry Emmons, MD and Aimee Prasek, PhD

Learning to love well might be the most important thing we can do for our health and well-being.

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How to Become a Pro-Ager

By Jon Spayde

How we talk and think about growing old can significantly affect our ability to maintain our health as we age. Here’s why.

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ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Read Every Day

By Experience Life Staff

Carving out time to read a book or listen to an audiobook can support your brain health, mood, sleep, and more.

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Discover True Fun (Hint: No Screens Are Involved)

By Jessie Sholl

Escape digital distractions to reconnect with what really matters — real fun.

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The Will to Push to Your Potential: A Conversation With Olympic Swimmer Ryan Lochte

Season 8, Episode 20

Hear from 12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte about his experience in the sport of swimming, and how he trained his mindset so he was purposeful in his efforts to achieve his goals.

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How to Conduct a “Fun Audit”

By Jessie Sholl

Missing out on fun? Here’s how to identify what truly brings you joy and satisfaction.

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Find Real Fun With SPARK

By Jessie Sholl

Infuse your life with more joy using Catherine Price’s SPARK framework. Discover how creating space, pursuing passions, attracting fun, rebelling (a little bit), and staying committed will help you find lasting happiness.

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How to Cope With Body Grief

By Jon Spayde

Strategies for dealing with the stress of an always-changing body.

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How Making Time for Fun Can Recharge Your Life!

By Jessie Sholl

When was the last time you cut loose and had true fun — for real? Learn why fun is so good for your health and how to find your way back to whatever brings you joy.

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Love, Purpose, and Genius: How to Tap into Yours

With Best-Selling Author Jasna Burza
Season 8, Episode 14

Life is stressful and trying at times, and it can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and restless. Yet best-selling author Jasna Burza believes we inherently possess what’s needed to change how those difficult experiences impact our lives — and the lives of others.

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Harnessing Choice and Change to Live a Magnetic Life

With Author Amber Lyon
Season 8, Episode 11

In her book, You Are a Magnet, author and life coach Amber Lyon makes the case that our ability to choose and change creates opportunities for each of us to live a more satisfying, meaningful, and joyful life in the here and now — but we have to do so consciously and intentionally.

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Discover How Play Can Improve Your Mental Health

By Henry Emmons, MD and Aimee Prasek, PhD

Explore how adopting a more playful attitude toward life can boost your mental health.

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An Integrative Approach to Mental Well-Being

With Brie Vortherms, MA, LMFT and Barbara Powell, MA
Season 8, Episode 8

Learn why taking an integrative approach to mental well-being can be a productive route to a more optimal state of mental-well-being, and gain tangible ideas for different practices and modalities that can help you feel and function better.

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Constant Change: How to Embrace it and Adapt

With Jamie Martin and David Freeman
Season 8, Episode 1

Although we often inherently feel resistant to change, it is a constant, and it’s valuable to see the potential it in so we can continue to adapt and grow.

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