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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.
A 5-Minute Mindful Meditation for Your Muscles
A guided meditation to support recovery from your workouts.
7 Strategies to Create a Happiness Habit
Research suggests that small, everyday actions are key to feeling more joy.
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.
5 Tips to Help Overcome Clumsiness
There are all sorts of reasons you might be clumsy. Here are some expert tips to help build balance, body awareness, and motor control.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Try Mindful Drinking
Why mindfulness and moderation are key to maintaining a healthy relationship with alcohol.
A Story of Lifelong Curiosity: Learn, Dream, and Imagine
Learning is not something to be limited to our school-age years — if we can be curious and find new ways to learn, dream, imagine, and try throughout our lives, then we stand to be happier and more fulfilled in the long run.
5 Ways to Embrace Continuous Learning in Your Daily Life
Life Time experts reveal their strategies for cultivating curiosity and fostering ongoing personal growth.
What to Do When the News Stresses You Out
Experiencing headline anxiety? Protect your mental health with these calming tips.
Embracing Intuitive Movement
Our fitness editor reflects on learning to listen to her body during exercise.
5 Ways to Love Deeply and Well
Learning to love well might be the most important thing we can do for our health and well-being.
How to Become a Pro-Ager
How we talk and think about growing old can significantly affect our ability to maintain our health as we age. Here’s why.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Read Every Day
Carving out time to read a book or listen to an audiobook can support your brain health, mood, sleep, and more.
The Case for Authentic and Effective Communication
Understand the skills, strategies, and best practices for having effective and authentic conversations in the workplace — and beyond.
Discover True Fun (Hint: No Screens Are Involved)
Escape digital distractions to reconnect with what really matters — real fun.
7 Workplace Communication Challenges and How to Overcome Them
Workplace communication challenges can undermine our equanimity, sap our satisfaction, and hurt our success. A renowned mindfulness teacher shows us how to build stronger, more successful relationships — with our colleagues and ourselves.
The Will to Push to Your Potential: A Conversation With Olympic Swimmer Ryan Lochte
Hear from 12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte about his experience in the sport of swimming, and how he trained his mindset so he was purposeful in his efforts to achieve his goals.
How to Conduct a “Fun Audit”
Missing out on fun? Here’s how to identify what truly brings you joy and satisfaction.
13 Summer Book Recommendations
Looking for your next novel? Get lost in one of these reads — curated from Life Time team members — while you’re relaxing poolside.
Find Real Fun With SPARK
Infuse your life with more joy using Catherine Price’s SPARK framework. Discover how creating space, pursuing passions, attracting fun, rebelling (a little bit), and staying committed will help you find lasting happiness.