Many of us are addicted to our smartphones – specifically, the digital media we consume on them. But how bad is this for our brains? And how do we manage our screen time? “Digital media is not all or none.…
What happens when you give up drinking alcohol? Nearly everything you expect, and much that you may not. Like better sleep, less anxiety, and a clearer head, for example. But that’s not all: recent studies show that the list of…
There are many ways to get a temporary satisfying dose of dopamine, but not all of them are considered healthy. Consider this. When you eat something super sugary, such as a doughnut, your blood sugar levels spike quickly and then…
Our every day life can bring us down, thanks to the dullness of routine and schedule. As much as we love our daily rituals, we sometimes forget to really savor them, zoom out, and imagine ourselves as the star of…
Each day bad news crowds our newsfeed. From shootings to wars to inflation to toxic political dialogue, a never-ending stream of stressors can do a number on your mindset and heart. No matter where you turn – TV, social media,…
Some days are more likely to guarantee peak stress. What if, rather than giving in to a stressful day, we learn to restore calm, and prioritize our mental health? Below we share some soothing remedies to free ourselves from negative…
Romantic relationships that have blossomed to major commitment are amazing. You have a lover and true best friend all in one. You’re each other’s top priority. However, there’s a healthy boundary in these types of commitments that allows these relationships…
It’s common to want to start spring cleaning your home as the temperatures warm up and the flowers bloom. “Spring is considered the season of renewal, both in nature and in consumer or popular culture,” says Marni Amsellem, PhD, a…
Many experts throughout time have struggled to define the most indispensable word in the human language: love. Some say it’s what makes the world go ’round. Others describe it terms of pain. It’s been used to describe the feeling a…
Twitter is a great platform, truly. And when you need a little inspo for, really anything, it’s a great place to look. So, here are 20 tweets about wellness to make you feel really great and just a tad more…
Summer is on the fast track to being here. If there’s one that’s for sure, it’s that we can always use a little extra self-care. So this year, here are a few self-care things you can do, summer edition. Spend…