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9 Ways to Be a Good Parent
Parents often struggle to meet the expectations of their multiple roles. A marriage and career counselor shares strategies to ease the strain.
What to Do With Your Loved One’s Cremains
Coping with loss is hard enough. Deciding how to honor your loved one’s cremains can be equally emotional. Explore these thoughtful options.
Can You Legally Be Buried at Sea?
Yes. Here’s what you need to know to plan your nautical farewell.
5 Signs That It’s Time to Break Up With Your Therapist
Consider the following red flags if you’re on the fence about whether to stick it out with your therapist.
What Is a Natural or Green Burial?
Learn more about this simple, yet meaningful, ancient burial practice.
Going on Vacation With Friends or Family? Here Are 8 Tips to Help You Survive
Going on a friendcation or taking a trip with family? Here are some tips to minimize conflict when vacationing with your loved ones.
19 Can’t-Miss Kids and Family Events at Life Time to Add to Your Summer and Fall Calendar
Discover what’s on the schedule for kids-only and family events taking place July through October at the club.
What Is Human Composting?
Also known as natural organic reduction (NOR), this eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial and cremation processes allows a body to naturally decompose and leave behind a rich compost. Learn more.
What Is Water Cremation?
Learn more about this alternative to traditional flame or fire cremation.
Go-To Healthy-Living Gift Ideas for Dad
Support your dad’s — or any father figure’s — healthy lifestyle with these curated options from the LT Shop.
Time for Summer Fun: The June, July, and August Kids’ Events at Life Time
Check out what could be on your kiddos’ summer schedule.
A Guide to Teaching Kids Good Money Skills
Help your kids develop some basic financial skills.
13 Ways to Create Stronger Community
At its heart, community is connection — something many of us are lacking these days. These ideas can help you build more of it in your life.
Healthy-Living Gifts Any Mom Is Sure to Love
Simplify Mother’s Day shopping with these gift ideas curated to support health.
How Gastric Bypass Surgery Transformed One Woman’s Life
Angela Williams-Jones shares her inspiring journey of transforming her life post-gastric bypass surgery, embracing healthier eating habits, and becoming a dedicated yoga practitioner, teacher, and trainer.
How to Help Someone With an Eating Disorder
Communicating concern with tact and compassion can benefit those who are struggling to get the help they need.
The 7 Rules of Self-Reliance
Abouelenein walks through each of the rules outlined in her book, 7 Rules of Self-Reliance, explaining how you are your greatest asset to achieving what you want in life.
8 Ways to Fight Fair in a Relationship
When it comes to the health of our intimate relationships, it’s not about whether we argue but how we do it that counts. These skills can help deepen connection during — and after — conflict.
The Unexpected Gifts of an Injury
Suzie Chang on discovering the importance of social bonds after becoming isolated while recovering from an injury.
Should Social Media Carry Warning Labels?
Yes, according to U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, who calls for tobacco-style warnings on social media platforms.
Going to a Party? How to Talk to 6 Different Personality Types
From the narcissist to the cheerleader, learn how to navigate some common party personality types — and turn small talk into conversations you actually enjoy.