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Real Life, Realized: A Q&A With Sharon Salzberg
Mindfulness trailblazer Sharon Salzberg on letting go of fear, anger, and isolation and becoming more open.
MacArthur Foundation ‘Genius Grant’ Winner Robin Wall Kimmerer Talks About Connecting With Nature
The world is a gift, says botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer, and we can accept it with gratitude and reciprocity.
How Terry Wahls, MD, Beat Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Visionary physician Terry Wahls, MD, beat MS and upset the conventional medical world with a simple, back-to-basics message.
4 Self-Care Strategies From Gabby Bernstein
Author and spirit junkie Gabrielle Bernstein is on a mission to share inspiration for living a better life.
Kelly Barnhill on Sustaining a Creative Life
Writing by hand and trail running are just two of the ways the Newbery-winning author protects her creative energy.
Sioux Chef Sean Sherman on the Importance of Indigenous Food
Native chef Sean Sherman is striving to decolonize America’s idea of food.
How Jane Goodall Sustains Hope
Although the future may seem bleak, Jane Goodall seeks to inspire us all with faith, resiliency, and awe.
Sharon Salzberg on Real Happiness
The mindfulness pioneer on healing ourselves and the world.
Pilar Gerasimo on the Pursuit of Health and Happiness
The journalist, visionary, and Experience Life founder talks about her morning practice, the learner’s mind, and healthy-deviant mocktails.
A Life of Love
Julie Schwartz Gottman, PhD, has overcome tragedy, found purpose, and become wise in the ways of making love last.
Feed Your Mind
Psychiatrist Drew Ramsey, MD, author of 50 Shades of Kale, is all about eating to fuel your brain — and your happiness.
Ashanti Branch on Creativity, Mental Health, and Real-World Choices
The nonprofit founder and educator talks about how best to invest in kids.
Counting on Community
Psychiatrist and author Nina Vasan, MD, explains how our social connections influence our mental well-being.
Be Well With Water
Researcher Wallace J. Nichols, PhD, on how he embraces the mind-cleansing power of water every day.
Something’s (Always) Cooking
Chef and cookbook author Amy Thielen simplifies her daily food life with practicality — and preparation.
Mechelle Lewis Freeman on Moving Fast
How an Olympic sprinter, nonprofit founder, high-performance coach, and mom juggles the demands of daily life.
Eve Lewis Prieto on How to Meditate
The director of the popular mindfulness app Headspace offers five tips on how to meditate.
Blue Zones Founder Dan Buettner Shares 5 Tips for Longevity
Looking for the secrets to a longer and happier life? Read this.
Lessons From Leadville
The founder and CEO of Life Time recounts a near-death experience and the lessons it taught him.
Finding Beauty in Erosion
Acclaimed author and conservationist Terry Tempest Williams discusses themes from her new book of essays.
Twyla Tharp Shares Her Wisdom
The legendary choreographer on putting your best foot forward at any age.