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Running the Long Race
From being inspired by her grandfather to run to becoming an Olympian and finding fulfillment in post-Olympic life, long-distance runner Kara Goucher has lived a life marked with many accomplishments — as well as challenges that she’s risen to meet with vulnerability and courage.
A Summer of Self-Discovery
Five ways to use your downtime to build bold, new confidence.
A Day in the Life: A Look at the Healthy-Way-of-Life Habits of Our Cohosts
Get a glimpse into the routines of our cohosts and how some of our healthy-way-of-life pillars are translated into daily habits they’re able to keep up with most of the time.
5 Signs That It’s Time to Break Up With Your Therapist
Consider the following red flags if you’re on the fence about whether to stick it out with your therapist.
Going on Vacation With Friends or Family? Here Are 8 Tips to Help You Survive
Going on a friendcation or taking a trip with family? Here are some tips to minimize conflict when vacationing with your loved ones.
The Many Benefits of Spontaneity — and How to Cultivate More of It
It’s easy to sabotage our efforts by trying too hard, especially when we really want something. The Chinese concept of wu-wei suggests the alternative approach of being in the moment.
How Long-Distance Runner Kara Goucher Reclaimed Her Power
Olympian Kara Goucher became a crusader for the rights of women athletes and clean sport. Here’s her story.
In Search of Glimmers: How Micromoments of Awe Can Boost Your Mood
How seeking out the good moments can help you feel happier, calmer, and more connected to those around you.
A Guide to Teaching Kids Good Money Skills
Help your kids develop some basic financial skills.
The Stress of Keeping a Secret — and How to Cope
Keeping someone else’s secret can be a burden. A life coach explains how to deal with the guilt and navigate the challenge.
Finding My Peace
Experience Life’s editor-in-chief shares her goal of carving out time to develop a more consistent meditation practice.
The Joys of Imperfection
Author Oliver Burkeman describes the freedom of embracing your limitations.
22 Ways to Lighten Your Mood
Dishes are piling up, bills are overdue, and the phone’s pinging — we’ve all felt the weight of everyday overwhelm. Try these small, intentional actions to improve your mental well-being.
7 Ways Movement Benefits Mental Health
Exercise is a powerful tool for improving mental health: It can reduce stress, relieve depression and anxiety, and be a salve for loneliness. Learn more.
4 Types of Meditation, Explained
Life Time experts break down various forms of meditation and offer tips for cultivating a successful practice.
Move Your Body Through Grief
Learn how physical movement can be used as a tool to help transform your grief.
How to Declutter Your Devices
Eight tips for decluttering and organizing your digital storage so your devices work for you — and not the other way around.
How Gastric Bypass Surgery Transformed One Woman’s Life
Angela Williams-Jones shares her inspiring journey of transforming her life post-gastric bypass surgery, embracing healthier eating habits, and becoming a dedicated yoga practitioner, teacher, and trainer.
How to Help Someone With an Eating Disorder
Communicating concern with tact and compassion can benefit those who are struggling to get the help they need.
10 Micro Habits to Add to Your Wellness Routine This Spring
Small, simple actions that are opportune this time of year and can lead to positive changes in your well-being.
The 7 Rules of Self-Reliance
Abouelenein walks through each of the rules outlined in her book, 7 Rules of Self-Reliance, explaining how you are your greatest asset to achieving what you want in life.