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All Kids Welcome!

How Life Time’s kids programming is designed to support all abilities, personalities, interests, and needs.
By Tina Nguyen
Family/Parenting/KidsMembership
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How to Stop Being a People-Pleaser

Learn how to stop putting others’ needs ahead of your own — and how to bring more authenticity to your relationships.
By Laine Bergeson
CoworkersEmotional Intelligence
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Talks — S11, EP21 / The Blue Zones Habits for Happiness: Insights for Living a Longer, Happier Life

Dan Buettner, discoverer of the Blue Zones, shares learnings we can all apply to live longer, happier lives.

With Dan Buettner
Active AgingAging Parents
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What’s In and What’s Out: Healthy Wedding Planning Edition

An Experience Life senior editor offers tips for staying healthy and true to yourself while preparing for your nuptials.
By Molly Tynjala
Dating/MarriageRelationships
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9 Ways to Keep Kids Busy After School at Life Time

Help your kids stay active and engaged with the many post-school activities available at your athletic country club.
By Tina Nguyen
Family/Parenting/KidsMembership
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Talks — S11, EP13 / 9 Tenets to Build Mental Fitness

Dr. Drew Ramsey presents nine tenets for mental fitness from his book, Healing the Modern Brain, offering insights and actions to help you build habits for the betterment of your mental well-being.

With Dr. Drew Ramsey
CommunityFunctional/Integrative Medicine
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5 Reasons to Keep Your Kids Swimming All Year Long

Learn why swimming is a beneficial activity no matter the season.
By Sophie Lunda
Aqua FitnessFamily/Parenting/Kids
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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.
By Jon Spayde
Attitude/MindsetFamily/Parenting/Kids
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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.
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Aging ParentsSustainability
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Can You Legally Be Buried at Sea?

Yes. Here's what you need to know to plan your nautical farewell.
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Aging ParentsSustainability
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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.
By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC
Healthy CommunicationPersonal Development
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What Is a Natural or Green Burial?

Learn more about this simple, yet meaningful, ancient burial practice.
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Aging ParentsSustainability
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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.
By Jon Spayde
FriendsHealthy Communication
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15 Can’t-Miss Kids and Family Events at Life Time to Add to Your Summer Calendar

Discover what’s on the schedule for kids-only and family events taking place July through October at the club.
By Tina Nguyen
Family/Parenting/KidsMembership
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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.
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Aging ParentsSustainability
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What Is Water Cremation?

Learn more about this alternative to traditional flame or fire cremation.
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Aging ParentsSustainability
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Time for Summer Fun: The June, July, and August Kids’ Events at Life Time

Check out what could be on your kiddos’ summer schedule.
By Callie Fredrickson
Family/Parenting/KidsMembership
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A Guide to Teaching Kids Good Money Skills

Help your kids develop some basic financial skills.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
Family/Parenting/KidsFinancial Health
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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.
By Katherine Reynolds Lewis
CommunityRelationships
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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.
By Déjà Leonard
Active AgingAttitude/Mindset
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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.
By Jon Spayde
Family/Parenting/KidsFriends
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