Personal Development

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 Intelligence Personal Development

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 Setting Motivation & Inspiration

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 Health Home/Living

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/Mindset Healthy 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 Technology Personal Development

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 Setting Personal Development

The Awkwardness Principle

When you're making a change, feeling uncomfortable is probably a good sign.

By Oliver Burkeman

Attitude/Mindset Emotional Intelligence

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23 Ways to Simplify Your Life

Try these practical suggestions for decomplicating your life.

By Christine Schrum

Happiness/Joy Mindfulness/Meditation

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/Mindset Dating/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/Meditation Personal 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

Coworkers Dating/Marriage

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The Hidden Costs of Being a People-Pleaser

Resentment and exhaustion are just two hidden costs of people-pleasing. Discover the deeper toll it can take on your psyche.

By Laine Bergeson

Dating/Marriage Emotional Intelligence

Festive, Not Frazzled: Relieve Stress in 20 Minutes or Less

Feeling overwhelmed by the holiday hustle and bustle? Whether you have two minutes or 20, the Life Time app offers several tools for relieving that stress.

By Emily Ewen

Mental Health Mindfulness/Meditation

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Stuck in an Awkward Conversation? 11 Tips to Rescue It

A communication expert offers tips for transforming uncomfortable conversations.

By Jon Spayde

Coworkers Family/Parenting/Kids

5 Ways to Sharpen Your Senses While You Exercise

Embrace your sensory experience — and boost your brain health — by tuning in while working out.

By Nicole Radziszewski

Fitness Tips Mindfulness/Meditation

Less Is More

EL's editor in chief on how to slow down — and why simplifying is more important than it’s ever been.

By Jamie Martin

Emotional Intelligence Mindfulness/Meditation

Talks — S11, EP28 / The Case for Epic Adventures

Our guests talk about one of their recent epic adventures, what this type of experience has taught them, and why they encourage others to do big things that scare them.

With Marnie Dachis Marmet and Stephanie Potter

Attitude/Mindset Personal Development

The Key to a Better Sex Life? Focus on Pleasure, Not Desire

Many people worry about their desire for sex — or their lack of it. But shifting the focus from desire to pleasure can make all the difference. Here's why.

By Emily Nagoski, PhD

Attitude/Mindset Happiness/Joy