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Getting Things Done: “Collect”
In the first installment of a five-part series on David Allen’s organizational system, Getting Things Done, the chaotic jumble of things competing for our attention comes into clear focus.
The Power of Habit
New York Times reporter Charles Duhigg explores the scientific research about habitual behaviors and what it reveals about how to change them. Plus: How to build healthy habits.
Behind the Scenes With Lauren Zander (Video)
Learn more about our January cover subject, Lauren Zander, and her tips for setting goals that create lasting change.
Lauren Zander’s Tough Love
Celebrity life coach Lauren Zander knows that the first step to changing your life is opening your heart.
How Visualization Can Make You Physically Stronger
Studies show the effect of mental strength on physical strength.
4 Steps to Connecting with Spirit
Let me be one more supportive soul to tell you (and me) that no matter how far away or blunted our lives feel from the emanation and presence of a deeper consciousness and energy, spirit is always at work and play within us
Whose Voice Is That In Your Head?
Ideas to help you silence that voice in your head and take your life back.
Prioritize Happiness Over Possessions for a Stronger Marriage
Why couples who focus on mutual core values are happier.
Refine Your Life
Discover Pilar Gerasimo’s practical framework for fine-tuning any part of your life.
Self-Care Tips for When You Don’t Feel Well
Here’s how to create a “Taking Care of Me List” for when it’s time to recharge.
Avoiding the Fall Funk
I shouldn’t be surprised and yet every year I begin October thinking I’m going to be able to outwit the darkness.
How to Raise Your Food “Pleasure Quotient”
Expert advise on how to overcome feelings of frustration or shame when it comes to eating.
The Joy of Eating Well
Here are tips on how to cultivate a healthy attitude towards foods — and get rid of the “good food”/”bad food” syndrome.
How Does Affluence Affect Compassion?
Psychologists study the relationship between income level and empathy for others.
Paying Relaxed Attention
Maggie Lyon on what relaxed attention is.
3 Powerful Ways Patience Pays Off
The case for cultivating patience — today and over a lifetime.
How to Deal With the Fear of Bad News From Your Doctor
How to cope with a scary health diagnosis — without getting caught up in the chaos of fear.
Behind the Scenes With Laila Ali (Video)
Former champion boxer Laila Ali talks courage, confidence and pursuing passions.
Money, Politics and Health Care: A Disease-Creation Economy
Dr. Mark Hyman examines the connections of politics, money, and our healthcare system — and what we can do about it.
How to Cope With a Passive-Aggressive Coworker
Licensed counselor Loriann Oberlin explains how to cut through the veiled anger and toxicity.
Embrace Your Inner Overachiever
The art of pushing yourself hard, without pushing yourself over the edge.