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Read, Plant, Grow
Create your own victory garden with this handful of informative books.
Reading Comprehension: Print vs. Screen
According to a 2013 study, people who read on paper score better on comprehension tests than those who read on computer screens.
Giving Gardens
Giving gardens, a growing phenomenon, provide wellness for corporate employees, food for those in need — with far-reaching ripple effects.
How to Beat the Self-Employment Blues
Self-employment can bring some unique sources of stress. Business coach Barbara Winter offers strategies for handling them.
Game On: The Spirit of Competition
Discover the keys to bringing your A-game to anything you compete in — on and off the field.
Dikembe Mutombo: The Giver
Former NBA star Dikembe Mutombo talks about reaching out to connect with your community — and transforming the world.
“Goodbye, Velo.”: Losing a Beloved Pet
Jamie Martin on the unexpected depth of grief she’s facing at the loss of her family’s German Shepard.
Heal the Soil, Reverse Global Warming: An Interview with Kristin Ohlson
The New York Times bestselling author talks to us about her new book and why the health of our soil determines the health of our planet.
Why Good Habits Matter When You’re Stressed
Research from the University of Southern California found that when you’re feeling tired or overwhelmed, you will default to habits you’re comfortable with.
DIY Samoa Sugar Scrub
This body scrub “recipe” combines the moisturizing effect of coconut oil, the exfoliating power of brown sugar, and the decadent scent of cocoa.
On The Bike: Commute by Bicycle and Be Happy
Wanna be happier? Take the long way to work.
Walking Your Talk: The Path of Personal Integrity
Do you walk your talk? Say what you mean and mean what you say? Or does your language take you down roads you’re not willing to follow? Taking a closer look at how your words and deeds connect — or don’t — can help you see where you really stand.
BuzzFeed’s Photoshop Experiment Inspires Retouching Transparency
Hear from Experience Life‘s creative director Lydia Anderson on how she approaches image editing.
8 Anger Management Strategies
The fire of anger can burn us — but it’s also an important, essential, even creative emotion. Learn to control your anger, before it controls you.
The Critical Role Pollinators Play and What You Can Do to Help
Bees are under attack. Here are some ideas on what you can do to save them.
How to Stay Close to Friends When One of You Has Children
When people have children, it can be tough to stay connected to those who don’t. With effort and patience, though, relationships can survive the transition.
Work Your Inner Game, Find Your Mental Focus
How The Inner Game of Tennis author W. Timothy Gallwey is teaching business people new ways to master mental focus, “work free,” and win big.
David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants
Author Malcolm Gladwell offers empowering and inspiring stories of everyday Davids battling Goliaths.
Beginner Tips for Adult Sk8rs (Video)
40-something Heidi Wachter demos the three moves that helped her get comfortable on her skateboard as an adult — and tries something new, too!
10 Strategies to Navigate the Stresses of Caregiving
Psychologist and author Dale Atkins on how to support a sick loved one — without falling apart yourself.