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Life Log: The Bullet Journal Method
This analog system can help you take better aim at your to-do list — and get clear about your priorities.
The Problem With New Year’s Resolutions
New Year’s vows to change often bring more pain than actual gain. Here’s how to get real about your good intentions.
Inspired Leader: Q&A With Simon Sinek
The author and TED Talk standout shares how we can all find ways to command with compassion.
Early Adapter: Natalie Morales
Longtime Today show anchor Natalie Morales gets honest about embracing change, finding balance, and rising to new challenges.
4 Ways to Grow Your Generosity
Giving can lead to greater health and happiness. Here are four ideas to contribute your time, money, and talents.
The Gifts of Generosity
Why giving more than you receive can lead to greater health and happiness.
Change Your Mindset
We often feel we have to change the world for good things to happen. Maybe we just need to adjust our thinking.
Courageous Dreaming
A little shamanic wisdom can help you create the life of your dreams.
Words of Advice for Mentees
7 expert tips for mentees to get the most out of your mentor.
How Girls Benefit From Sports
Research shows that playing organized sports offers young girls a better shot at a healthy, successful future.
Paging Dr. Google: How to Alleviate Online Medical Information Overwhelm
Medical information on the Internet can easily create confusion and anxiety. Richard Senelick, MD, neurologist and author, offers strategies to calm consumers of online health advice.
The Value of Mentoring
Serving as a mentor can make a powerful difference in another person’s life. Follow these nine expert tips for a successful experience.
How to Start End-of-Life Conversations
It’s never easy to talk about the end of life, including options for care. If you encounter resistance (whether you’re the one facing mortality or you’re helping someone else do so), these suggestions from our experts may help.
5 Ways to Ease Digital Eyestrain
The time you spend staring at your screen is taxing for your eyes. Here’s how you can take the edge off.
Be 10 Percent Happier This Election Season
A new app provides an outlet to lower your political stress level.
The Power of Silence
Key insights from a legendary Zen Buddhist master, Thich Nhat Hanh, on how cultivating silence creates a joyful, nourishing life.
3 Deep Breaths
Want a quick way to transform your reality? Start by breathing in focus, discovery and possibility — then see the world through different eyes.
Like This: A Facebook Break
Taking a vacation from Facebook may reduce your stress and boost your happiness.
5 Ways to Be a Compassionate Listener
Transform your relationships by changing the way you listen.
Feel the Beat: Rhythm Retreats
Finding your rhythm can be restorative and joyful. These dancing, drumming, and hula-hooping retreats will get you moving.
The Art of Stillness
In a world obsessed with speed and rife with distractions, there are few things that feel better than sitting still, paying attention — and going nowhere. A celebrated travel writer explains how to get there.