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Personal Development

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4 Strategies to Let Go of Perfectionistic Tendencies

Perfectionism is a trait people typically develop early in life, but you can loosen its hold at any age. The following strategies can help you find the middle place.
By Jessie Sholl
Attitude/MindsetEmotional Intelligence
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Talks — S12, EP22 / Why “Retreating” Is Essential for Our Physical and Mental Health

Learn why “retreating,” or stepping back from our usual routines and distractions, can be a profound way to reconnect with ourselves.

With Caroline Sylge
Motivation & InspirationPersonal Development
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Why It’s Important to Give Yourself Permission to Cocoon After a Loss

In this excerpt from Do Loss: A New Way to Move Through Change, author Sue Deagle shares six essential strategies for navigating loss, from respecting your messy emotions to accepting help without guilt.
By Sue Deagle
Emotional IntelligenceMindfulness/Meditation
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How to Build a Spring Morning Routine

Aligning your morning routine with the seasons can boost energy, support well-being, and keep you grounded. Try these ideas for the spring and feel the difference.
By Kara Douglass Thom
Healthy Habits/Goal SettingMindfulness/Meditation
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How to Make New Habits Stick

You’ve built the healthy habits. Now, here are three tips to develop a maintenance mindset and make them last.
By Sarah Tuff
Attitude/MindsetHealthy Habits/Goal Setting
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Why Daily-ish Is Good Enough

It’s OK to practice your healthy habits almost every day.
By Oliver Burkeman
Attitude/MindsetMindfulness/Meditation
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5 Surprising Reasons Why Eating With Others Is Good for Your Health

The rewards of eating with family and friends extend far beyond the dinner table. Learn why it’s worth the effort to sit down and dine with others.
By Susan Pagani
Food CultureHappiness/Joy
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How to Turn Down Food Noise

Food noise — persistent, unwanted thoughts about eating — affects millions of people and is one of of the reason people turn to GLP-1 medications. These evidence-based strategies can help quiet the food noise naturally.
By Elizabeth Millard
Emotional IntelligenceFood Addiction
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Talks — S12, EP8 / The Life-Changing Power of Mindful Movement

Learn how moving with intentionality and purpose can affect both the day-to-day and long-term trajectory of our lives in powerful ways.

With Kenny Ferrer
Fitness TipsMotivation & Inspiration
Jessie Syfko's headshot over a photo of her with her hands placed on her heart.

Talks — S12, EP4 / How to Change Behaviors, Plus the Rule of 17 Seconds

Learn about the intricacies of behavior change and the concept of the “17 seconds rule.”

With Jessie Syfko
Attitude/MindsetHealthy Habits/Goal Setting
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Struggling With Perfectionism? Try These Strategies to Loosen Its Hold

Feelings of not being good enough can lead to a drive for perfection that can in turn contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. Learn strategies for finding relief.
By Jessie Sholl
Emotional IntelligencePersonal Development
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Talks — S12, EP3 / Reflect and Apply: Entering the New Year With Intention

In this episode, our cohosts offer an honest reflection about the strides they made toward their health goals last year, as well as share what they’re focusing on in 2026.

With Jamie Martin and David Freeman
Healthy Habits/Goal SettingMotivation & Inspiration
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5 Tips to Simplify Your Finances

Money is stressful for almost everyone, but creating a few fundamental routines can dramatically reduce financial anxiety.
By Christine Schrum
Financial HealthHome/Living
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Talks — S12, EP2 / What Does It Mean to Live a High-Performance Lifestyle?

Two experts delve into their interpretations of a “high-performance lifestyle,” highlighting its core principles of continuous effort, improvement, and growth.

With Brian Mazza and Jessie Syfko
Attitude/MindsetHealthy Habits/Goal Setting
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5 Ways Your Phone Habit Impacts Your Body

From tech neck to text claw, here's how our phone habits affect our bodies.
By Heidi Wachter
Mindful TechnologyPersonal Development
brian mazza

Talks — S12, EP1 / Finding Your Edge

Learn about Mazza’s journey to becoming a high performer, his insights on fostering growth in others, and why he believes high performance is attainable for everyone.

With Brian Mazza
Healthy Habits/Goal SettingPersonal Development
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The Awkwardness Principle

When you're making a change, feeling uncomfortable is probably a good sign.
By Oliver Burkeman
Attitude/MindsetEmotional Intelligence
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23 Ways to Simplify Your Life

Try these practical suggestions for decomplicating your life.
By Christine Schrum
Happiness/JoyMindfulness/Meditation
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9 Tips to Overcome People-Pleasing

Giving up the people-pleasing habit takes time, but the rewards are myriad. Get started on the path to greater integrity and self-care with these strategies.
By Laine Bergeson
Attitude/MindsetDating/Marriage
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How to Build a Winter Morning Routine

Aligning your morning routine with the seasons can boost energy, support well-being, and keep you grounded. Try these ideas for the colder months and feel the difference.
By Kara Douglass Thom
Mindfulness/MeditationPersonal Development
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Why Am I a People-Pleaser?

The tendency to put others first often starts young — here's what drives it and what it's costing you.
By Laine Bergeson
CoworkersDating/Marriage
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