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The Impact Hyperconnection Has on Anxiety Levels
A recent study shows that personal mobile activity is causing stress for smartphone users.
The Emotional Toll of Clutter
What is your space saying about you — and what is it doing to your energy, mood and outlook on life?
Loving What Is
With just four simple questions, “The Work” founder Byron Katie challenges our notions of what our lives should be.
How to Calm Your Monkey Mind
Three experts offer tips for overcoming mental chaos and reclaiming a balanced brain.
Almost Roughing It: Glamping
Not a fan of hardcore camping? “Glamping” gets you out in nature — without sacrificing the comforts of home.
Getting Things Done: “Organize”
Learn three efficient ways to get and stay organized — from Getting Things Done expert David Allen.
DIY Cocoa Butter Cuticle Oil
When dry cuticles become ragged and split, they can allow dirt and germs to invade the matrix of the nail. Keep your cuticles soft and healthy with this homemade chocolate-scented oil.
The Problem with Chemical Flame Retardants
The Environmental Working Group highlights products that contain toxic chemical flame retardants.
4 Ways to Stay Positive In a Negative World
Tips to keep from feeling defeated by life or scared about the future.
Reveal Everyday Happiness With One Simple Question
Maggie Lyon explains the importance of determining your version of happy.
DIY Fruit Based Alpha-Hydroxy Enzyme Mask
Here’s an excellent DIY exfoliating mask that can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and skin discolorations when used 2 to 3 times a week.
How Daydreaming Boosts Your Creativity
How performing undemanding tasks can kick-start your creativity.
7 Self-Talk Strategies to Stop Self-Sabotaging Your Diet
Learn how to stop self-sabotaging your diet with proven strategies to break bad habits, reframe negative food thoughts, and build lasting healthy eating patterns.
Getting Past Toxic Gossip
Here’s how to discern between friendly chatter and mean-spirited rumor mongering.
The Strength to Sit Still: A Meditation Retreat
Fitness buff Jen Sinkler tests her limits — at a mountaintop meditation retreat for beginners.
Getting Things Done: “Process”
Learn from productivity expert David Allen how to organize your to-do lists based on what is doable and worth doing now.
The Surprising Benefits of Taking Regular Breaks at Work
Random moments of “unproductive” time don’t just make you healthier, happier, and more resilient. They help you work smarter, too.
The Happiness Hypothesis
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt filters time-tested philosophy about happiness through a modern lens to help you access the good life — from the inside out.
Boost Your Confidence With Your Posture
How sitting up straight can boost your self confidence.
What Is the Good-Life Ratio?
Psychologist Barbara Fredrickson, PhD, shows how the right ratio of ratio of positive-to-negative emotions can affect happiness.