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Whether you have a laundry list of resolutions for 2022 or have decided to scrap the whole goals thing altogether, here’s a powerful pledge for everyone to take: adopt a growth mindset. Here’s why: It doesn’t matter whether you’re having a stellar month or are going through some stuff. A growth mindset helps you shore […]

The pandemic has changed all of our relationships, but especially friendships. If you’re wondering how to be a better friend, read this expert-approved guide. Socializing hasn’t felt normal for the past 21 months, which has made it easy to feel isolated—even from our closest friends. If you’re wondering how to be a better friend, you’re […]

Let it all out! Audibly expressing your emotions may have some merit (and no, you’re not just aggro.) Find out what you can learn from scream therapy. When we think of screaming, lowering stress is hardly the first thing on our minds. Instead, we picture shouting matches between spouses, toddler tantrums, and stubbed toes. You […]

You’ve likely heard it countless times: Gratitude is good for you. Maybe you’ve even tried adopting a gratitude practice but it just wouldn’t stick. Or maybe you’ve been a bit skeptical. Many of us dismiss gratitude as cliché or futile when life gets frustrating.  According to therapist Tiffany Lovell, while gratitude doesn’t change challenging situations, […]

Celebrities are known for a lot: glamorous wardrobes, 12-step skincare routines, toned abs, excellent Instagram feeds, to name a few. But a string of athletes, actors, and musicians, and other high-profile personalities have become known for something quite different: mental health advocacy. These stars are helping to normalize the conversation around mental wellbeing and offering […]

Shavonne Morrison, MS, RD, LD, dives into why energy drinks are bad for you, detailing their potential side effects. Make your way down any drink aisle at the grocery or convenience store and you’ll spot them: brightly colored, practically luminescent bottles and cans of energy drinks. Plus, new brands claiming to be “cleaner” and “healthier” […]

The next time somebody tells you to take a hike, you should take them literally. After all, the benefits of hiking include—but go beyond—getting a good workout and fresh air. You can think of hiking as an all-encompassing self-care practice. It not only promotes physical fitness and longevity, but also improves mental health—so much so […]

Carrie Gabriel, MS, RDN, unpacks the link between nutrition and mental health. Plus: the best nutrients and foods that positively affect your mind, mood, and well-being. When it comes to what we eat, many people think first about how food affects their physical health and appearance. However, eating well—which means having a diet full of […]

Does hypnosis really work for weight loss? Shavonne Morrison, MS, RD, LD, investigates. Our minds have more power than we realize. Some people believe that through certain practices, we may be able to persuade our minds in a way that physically affects our bodies. One of these practices is hypnosis. In this article, we’ll explore […]

Have you ever wondered what the side effects of a low-fat diet could be? Worried that eating fat will make you gain weight? Turns out, there are consequences of a low-fat diet. Chelsey Amer, MS, RDN, CDN, investigates what happens when you don’t eat enough fat. Read up on low-fat diet side effects and why […]

Whether you’re a first-time mom or not, prioritizing postpartum self-care is a critical—but often overlooked—part of the post-birthing experience. To learn more about the what to expect during this period, we spoke to Fahimeh Sasan, MD. She’s the founding OB-GYN of pioneering NYC women’s health clinic Kindbody, which brings gynecologic, fertility, and maternity care—as well […]

Here’s a deep dive into why it’s important to stay hydrated, including the side effects of dehydration. Plus: a daily benchmark for fluid intake and helpful tips to stay hydrated. It’s no surprise that water is essential to nearly all forms of life. In fact, approximately 60 percent of the human body is made of […]