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Less Is More
EL‘s editor in chief on why slowing down is more important than it’s ever been.
How to Stop Being a People-Pleaser
Learn how to stop putting others’ needs ahead of your own — and how to bring more authenticity to your relationships.
How Embodiment Can Help You Reclaim Your Body’s Wisdom
In her new book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, psychologist Diana Hill, PhD, explores how practicing embodiment can be a powerful source of vitality.
5 Strategies for Coping With a Narcissist
Try the following tips when dealing with a narcissistic personality.
Move Your Body Through Grief
Learn how physical movement can be used as a tool to help transform your grief.
Moving Through Grief
Our fitness editor reflects on how practicing grief movement helped her stay present during personal loss.
Overwhelmed By Your New Year’s Resolutions?
Here are some tips to reflect on your progress and find the grace to adapt your goals — or even let go of them — with intention.
Why Inclusive Language Matters
Language is constantly evolving. Linguistic anthropologist Suzanne Wertheim, PhD, explains why inclusive language matters, how to use it — and how to keep up with the times.
How to Avoid Toxic Competitiveness
Toxic competitiveness may lead to relationship issues and stagnation. Practicing self-acceptance and gratitude can relieve the pressure.
Going to a Party? How to Talk to 6 Different Personality Types
From the narcissist to the cheerleader, learn how to navigate some common party personality types — and turn small talk into conversations you actually enjoy.
What Is Moral Injury — and How Is It Different from PTSD?
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.
5 Ways to Practice Humility
A Soto Zen teacher on how humility can create connection — with others and yourself.
The Power of Self-Acceptance
Embracing yourself, just as you are, can help you get out of your own way.
Amber Lyon on Becoming Naturally Magnetic
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.
5 Strategies to Try When You’ve Been Triggered
If you’ve been triggered, don’t panic. There are still some things you can do in the moment to help soothe your body and bring yourself back into the present.
How to Manage a Trigger Response
You don’t have to be hijacked by strong reactions. Learn how to manage them — and how to recover your cool when you’ve already lost it.
How to Cope With Body Grief
Strategies for dealing with the stress of an always-changing body.
How to Stop Overfunctioning in a Relationship
If you tend to micromanage in certain relationships, it might be time to take a step back. Create more balance in your life with this advice.
Love, Purpose, and Genius: How to Tap into Yours
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.
An Integrative Approach to Mental Well-Being
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.
Compassionate Communication
When we pay attention to the words we use and the way we use them, we improve the odds of strengthening and deepening our most meaningful relationships.