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4 Ways to Grow Your Generosity
Giving can lead to greater health and happiness. Here are four ideas to contribute your time, money, and talents.
Low-Fat Milk May Produce High-Fat Kids
A new Canadian study offers another reason why childhood obesity rates have soared in the past 30 years.
Genetic Testing and Family Planning
Carrier testing can clue you in to potential gene mutations in future pregnancies. Is it right for you?
Living with Purpose and Intention
Instead of discipline and perfection, let’s live with more purpose and intention.
The Gifts of Generosity
Why giving more than you receive can lead to greater health and happiness.
5 Ways to Kick the Fast-Fashion Habit
Tips for shopping more responsibly.
What Triggers Emotional Shopping and How to Take Back Control
Do you have the urge to splurge? Emotion-induced shopping may seem harmless, but letting your feelings take over your wallet could end up costing you more than money.
DIY Beauty: Beet Red Lip Gloss (Video)
Classic red lipstick can contain lead, which is not so pretty. We show you how to make this nontoxic lip treatment that provides plenty of color.
Pulling Ahead: Dogsledding Adventures
Dogsledding offers a chance to connect with untamed nature and reclaim our wild selves.
DIY Beauty: Cypress Firming Facial Oil (Video)
Swap the expensive face serums that address wrinkles and fine lines with this healing facial oil instead.
How to Resolve Sibling Conflict in Adulthood
Expert tips for navigating a rocky relationship with an adult sibling.
How to Change Your Mindset
We often feel we have to change the world for good things to happen. Maybe we just need to adjust our thinking.
Courageous Dreaming
A little shamanic wisdom can help you create the life of your dreams.
DIY Beauty: Vanilla Macadamia-Oil Body Scrub (Video)
Mix together this energizing scrub to help exfoliate and moisturize skin during dry winter months.
Words of Advice for Mentees
7 expert tips for mentees to get the most out of your mentor.
How Girls Benefit From Sports
Research shows that playing organized sports offers young girls a better shot at a healthy, successful future.
Paging Dr. Google: How to Alleviate Online Medical Information Overwhelm
Medical information on the Internet can easily create confusion and anxiety. Richard Senelick, MD, neurologist and author, offers strategies to calm consumers of online health advice.
The Value of Mentoring
Serving as a mentor can make a powerful difference in another person’s life. Follow these nine expert tips for a successful experience.
How to Start End-of-Life Conversations
It’s never easy to talk about the end of life, including options for care. If you encounter resistance (whether you’re the one facing mortality or you’re helping someone else do so), these suggestions from our experts may help.
About a Boy
Editor in chief Jamie Martin on the bittersweet beauty of her nephew’s short life.