Attitude/Mindset
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The Health Impact of Attitude: Optimism vs. Pessimism
Pessimistic people are more likely to die from heart disease and have a shorter life in general, according to two recent studies.
Country Strong: Q&A With Dave McElroy
A longtime Life Time member shares his thoughts on faith, family, and a healthy way of life as he embarks on a country-music career.
What Is Flow and How Do You Achieve It?
How states of blissful concentration can boost your overall health and well-being.
Inspired Leader: Q&A With Simon Sinek
The author and TED Talk standout shares how we can all find ways to command with compassion.
The Gifts of Generosity
Why giving more than you receive can lead to greater health and happiness.
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.
What is Mental Performance Training?
Using visualization and meditation techniques, mental performance training helps you to set goals and overcome obstacles, such as negative thinking, to achieve optimal performance. It can also help you to prepare mentally for high-pressure situations.
Be Quick — But Don’t Hurry: Achieve Your Goals with Focus, Effort, and Preparation
A former player on Coach John Wooden’s legendary basketball team offers sage advice on what it takes to succeed, on and off the court.
Make It Stick: How to Learn Effectively
Expand your knowledge and boost your memory with these innovative learning strategies.
The Willpower Instinct
A celebrated Stanford psychologist, Kelly McGonigal, PhD, shares her cutting-edge strategies for improving self-control.
How to Break Out of a Rut
Some routines are helpful — others hold you back. Shake things up with a new design so you can move in a healthier direction.
Behind the Scenes With Danielle LaPorte (Video)
Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with Danielle LaPorte as she shares how following your core desired feelings can guide you to greater happiness and success.
How to Overcome ‘Never Good Enough’ Thinking
Are you ‘never good enough’? Explore this 6 strategies for self-acceptance.
Cultivate Self-Compassion
Kristin Neff’s life-changing strategies can help you be kinder to yourself.
The Confidence Game
Insights for building and maintaining indestructible trust in you.
Mindfulness Could Help Prevent Obesity in Children
A new study suggests meditative techniques may help balance brain functions that affect eating behavior.
The Benefits of Coloring as an Adult
Taking time to color has become a popular stress-relieving outlet for adults everywhere.
Broadcasting Happiness
A shift in mindset can improve your life — and the lives of others. Positive-psychology expert Michelle Gielan explains how to spread your joy around.
How to Experience More Awe
Discover how the feeling of awe can make us humbler, kinder, and more altruistic.
How Toxic Anger Can Harm Your Health
Emerging research has shown that there are many science-based reasons to keep your cool.
How to Let Go of Childhood Trauma
Burdens from the past can linger, creating stress and anxiety today. Here’s how you can take empowered steps toward healing.