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Gender-Identity Terminology

10 terms to know when it comes to gender identity, including "genderqueer," "assigned gender," and "gender confirmation."
By Amy C. Waninger
Healthy CommunicationInclusive Wellness
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Decode Your Partner’s Love Language

This Valentine’s Day, learn how to communicate more deeply with your better half by learning about the five love languages.
By Anjula Razdan
Dating/MarriageEmotional Intelligence
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The Benefits of Group Therapy

Individual therapy sessions are great for mental-health support, but group therapy also offers a variety of unique advantages.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Healthy CommunicationMental Health
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Consider the Context

There are always opportunities to become aware, to adapt — and to find our own right balance of less and more.
By Jamie Martin
ColumnsHealthy Communication
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How to Make Friends at Your Health Club

It can be a challenge to form friendships as an adult. Here are a few ideas for meeting and connecting with others who are also pursuing health goals.
By Molly Kopischke
FriendsHealthy Communication
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What to Do When You’ve Been Ghosted

Not having closure can make it difficult to move on. Here's one strategy.
By Mo Perry
Dating/MarriageEmotional Intelligence
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How to Cultivate a Healthy Response to Rejection

Being rejected is disappointing, but becoming self-aware can help temper your reaction.
By Mo Perry
Emotional IntelligenceHealthy Communication
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4 Tips for Creating a Successful Book Club

Respectful debate and setting expectations are key.
By Molly Tynjala King
CommunityFriends
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Your Guide to Gender Identity

An inclusivity expert shares tips for navigating gender-related conversations with greater empathy and ease.
By Amy C. Waninger
Healthy CommunicationInclusive Wellness
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How to Build Empathy and Compassion in Your Community

There's a big difference between cursory cordiality and true benevolence. Our experts make the case for spreading deep kindness in your community.
By Jessie Sholl
CommunityEmotional Intelligence
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How to Deal With Rejection

Fear of rejection can keep us from living life fully, but there are graceful ways to handle the sting.
By Mo Perry
Emotional IntelligenceHealthy Communication
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Ready to Listen

Slowing down to notice how we feel — and what we desire — can help us better align with our purpose.
By Jamie Martin
Healthy Communication
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7 Ways to Spot Misinformation on Social Media

On social media, separating fact from fiction isn’t always easy. Use these tips to help cut through the noise.
By Kaelyn Riley
Healthy CommunicationMindful Technology
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How to Be an Ally to the LGBTQIA+ Communities

Learn what you can do to support, uplift, and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community every day — beyond Pride Month.
By Heidi Wachter
CommunityHealthy Communication
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How to Use Technology Intentionally and Avoid Using it to Escape Your Emotions

Technology has reshaped the way we process our feelings. This expert advice can help us navigate the digital emotional landscape more smoothly.
By Katherine Reynolds Lewis
Attitude/MindsetEmotional Intelligence
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How to Be an Ally to the Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities

May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. Learn what you can do to support, uplift, and celebrate the contributions of the AAPI community every day.
By Courtney Lewis Opdahl
CommunityHealthy Communication
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How to Find the Right Therapist

Credentials, cost, and length of treatment are just a few factors to consider when finding a therapist.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
AddictionHealthy Communication
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How to Handle Friendship Conflict

One of the first steps? Realizing that conflict is normal.
By Jessie Sholl
FriendsHealthy Communication
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Why Friends Are Essential to Our Well-Being

Friendship matters. Here's why our pals are critical to our health — and how to maintain meaningful connections with those we love.
By Jessie Sholl
FriendsHealthy Communication
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3 Ways to Communicate More Assertively

Learn to say no — plus two more ways to communicate more directly.
By Katherine Reynolds Lewis
CoworkersHealthy Communication
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7 Ways to Be Your Own Biggest Champion

In honor of Women’s History Month, Life Time leaders share a few of the tools and strategies that have helped them succeed in the workplace.
By Courtney Lewis Opdahl
Healthy CommunicationPersonal Development
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