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This Is Why You Always Fall Asleep During Movies—And How To Stay Awake So You Can Find Out What Happens at the End

This Is Why You Always Fall Asleep During Movies—And How To Stay Awake So You Can Find Out What Happens at the End

Let’s set the scene: You’re cozying up on the couch after a long week and…

By Kate Schweitzer

Doing Trampoline Workouts Unlocked My Inner Child and Gave Me a Joint-Friendly Way To Get in Some Serious Cardio

Doing Trampoline Workouts Unlocked My Inner Child and Gave Me a Joint-Friendly Way To Get in Some Serious Cardio

The desire to try workouts on a trampoline has been increasingly prominent in my mind…

By Ashley Broadwater

How To Transition From an Emotional Therapy Session Back to Work (or Whatever the Rest of Your Day Holds)

How To Transition From an Emotional Therapy Session Back to Work (or Whatever the Rest of Your Day Holds)

For most people, going to the DMV or a dentist appointment probably isn’t the most…

By Nandini Maharaj

As a Norwegian, I’ve Always Taken the Benefits of Fresh Air for Granted. But There’s Science To Back Up Our Country's Love of 'Friluftsliv'

As a Norwegian, I’ve Always Taken the Benefits of Fresh Air for Granted. But There’s Science To Back Up Our Country's Love of 'Friluftsliv'

Norwegians are born with skis on, the saying goes. But when people tell me they’re…

By Jessica Furseth

I’m an RD, and Here’s Why I Solely Recommend Adding—Rather Than Cutting Out—Foods

I’m an RD, and Here’s Why I Solely Recommend Adding—Rather Than Cutting Out—Foods

As a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), I am constantly hearing about people's diets and previous…

By Natalie Pirolli, RD

When I Tried 'Joy Snacking' for Two Weeks, I Felt Less Stressed and More Present in My Daily Life

When I Tried 'Joy Snacking' for Two Weeks, I Felt Less Stressed and More Present in My Daily Life

It's the little things that add up to make a day great. Sure, socializing with…

By Helen Carefoot

Why CBN Is Primed To Become the New Sleep Aid for Those Wanting Quality ZZZs

Why CBN Is Primed To Become the New Sleep Aid for Those Wanting Quality ZZZs

CBD has been all the buzz in wellness for awhile now, but did you know…

By Annita Katee

Here's How Taking a 15-Minute Walk Every Day Changed My Life

Here's How Taking a 15-Minute Walk Every Day Changed My Life

I've wanted to be consistent with my walking again for quite some time. I'm not…

By Erin Cryder

‘I’m a Sleep Expert—These Are the 14 Foods for Better Sleep That Never Leave My Grocery List’

‘I’m a Sleep Expert—These Are the 14 Foods for Better Sleep That Never Leave My Grocery List’

If it feels like getting a good night’s rest only seems to grow harder with…

By Maki Yazawa

I Tried Drinking Kombucha Instead of Coffee, and It Majorly Improved My Sleep Quality and Digestion

I Tried Drinking Kombucha Instead of Coffee, and It Majorly Improved My Sleep Quality and Digestion

A lot of people need a cup of coffee to start the day, but I…

By Natalie Arroyo Camacho

A Sleep Medicine Specialist Says These 7 Cooling Pillows Can Prevent Night Sweats

A Sleep Medicine Specialist Says These 7 Cooling Pillows Can Prevent Night Sweats

Hot sleepers know: It's not easy getting a good night's rest. Whether it's night sweats,…

By Kayla Hui

Which of the 5 'Sleep Languages' Do You Speak? Here's How To Tell (and Why It Matters), According to a Sleep Doctor

Which of the 5 'Sleep Languages' Do You Speak? Here's How To Tell (and Why It Matters), According to a Sleep Doctor

There have long been a variety of different ways to categorize how you sleep—say, based…

By Helen Carefoot

What To Know About the Communication Practice Called Mirroring—Including When It Can Actually Make Your Comms Worse

What To Know About the Communication Practice Called Mirroring—Including When It Can Actually Make Your Comms Worse

Mirroring may sound like a reference to Snow White, or a design choice that makes…

By Gabrielle Kassel

No Matter How Much You Struggle With Sleep, Working Out Might Help You Live Longer

No Matter How Much You Struggle With Sleep, Working Out Might Help You Live Longer

We've long known that sleep and exercise are the one-two healthy body punch that can…

By Rachel Kraus

I Started Taking Walks With My Husband Every Evening, and It’s Allowed Us To Connect in Surprising Ways

I Started Taking Walks With My Husband Every Evening, and It’s Allowed Us To Connect in Surprising Ways

It started toward the beginning of the pandemic, when the world was on lockdown. Taking…

By Alyssa Sparacino

I Tried Drinking Cacao Tea Before Bed for 2 Weeks, and I Finally Feel Well-Rested When My Alarm Blares

I Tried Drinking Cacao Tea Before Bed for 2 Weeks, and I Finally Feel Well-Rested When My Alarm Blares

It’s no secret that most folks in America struggle with getting adequate sleep. In fact,…

By Maki Yazawa

I’m a Therapist, and This Is How To Respond When You’re Not Ready To Accept an Apology

I’m a Therapist, and This Is How To Respond When You’re Not Ready To Accept an Apology

It’s true that people make mistakes, but what is also true is that there is…

By Minaa B.

I Thought I Hated Working Out With a Buddy—Then I Made My Sister Go With Me for a Month

I Thought I Hated Working Out With a Buddy—Then I Made My Sister Go With Me for a Month

The gym is my sacred space. My AirPods are on noise-canceling mode, my phone is…

By Jessica Giles

Are You More of an Introvert or an Extrovert? Take This Quiz To Find Out Once and for All

Are You More of an Introvert or an Extrovert? Take This Quiz To Find Out Once and for All

If you’ve ever told someone that you prefer going out to staying in, they might…

By Natalie Arroyo Camacho & Korin Miller

Why It's Actually Really Hot To Be a Goofy Goober

Why It's Actually Really Hot To Be a Goofy Goober

Several classic (if clichéd) responses to the question, “What are you looking for in a…

By Erica Sloan

Angel Number 444 Is Giving You the Green Light To Chase After Your Wildest Dreams

Angel Number 444 Is Giving You the Green Light To Chase After Your Wildest Dreams

It’s normal to feel worried from time to time. If you’re constantly worried, however, it…

By Rebecca Norris

There Are 2 Types of Envy—Benign and Malicious—But Both Can Affect Your Friendships

There Are 2 Types of Envy—Benign and Malicious—But Both Can Affect Your Friendships

Picture this: Your best friend calls you in the middle of a hectic work day…

By Amelia McBride

3 Pre-Workout Breathing Exercises That Will Give You *Just* the Right Energy You Need

3 Pre-Workout Breathing Exercises That Will Give You *Just* the Right Energy You Need

Breathing: It’s as natural as, well, breathing…right? Not necessarily, says Nike’s official breathwork coach Stuart Sandeman.…

By Helen Hope

‘I’m a Chef That Spends 14 Hours on My Feet Daily, and I’ve Sworn by These Podiatrist-Approved Shoes To Support Me in the Kitchen for 20+ Years’

‘I’m a Chef That Spends 14 Hours on My Feet Daily, and I’ve Sworn by These Podiatrist-Approved Shoes To Support Me in the Kitchen for 20+ Years’

It’s no secret that working in the restaurant and hospitality industry can be grueling. While…

By Maki Yazawa

7 Tips for Managing Savings After Making a Job Switch With a Pay Cut

7 Tips for Managing Savings After Making a Job Switch With a Pay Cut

It's time for a switch. I've spent years at my current job as an education…

By Naomi F

I Tried 'Functional Range Conditioning' for 3 Weeks, and It Was Like Boot Camp for My Mind-Body Connection

I Tried 'Functional Range Conditioning' for 3 Weeks, and It Was Like Boot Camp for My Mind-Body Connection

I may have stayed too long at the online yoga party. Gotta love how convenient…

By Brooke Marshall

A Woman Who Paints Women: How Portrait Artist Taylor Smalls Celebrates Women Through Art

A Woman Who Paints Women: How Portrait Artist Taylor Smalls Celebrates Women Through Art

Taylor Smalls, a woman of color who paints women of color, left her job as…

By Akilah Cadet

I Lost My Salaried Job and Now I'm Dipping Into My Savings—Here's How I'm Working Toward Financial Stability

I Lost My Salaried Job and Now I'm Dipping Into My Savings—Here's How I'm Working Toward Financial Stability

I’m no stranger to financial struggles. I’ve been supporting myself in the ever-expensive city of…

By Erin Bunch

5 Ways the ‘Yes, And’ Improv Technique Can Help You at Work—While Protecting Your Boundaries

5 Ways the ‘Yes, And’ Improv Technique Can Help You at Work—While Protecting Your Boundaries

Improv comedy is often a punch line in its own right, calling to mind cringey…

By Rachel Peck

Riding an E-Bike as a Plus-Size Person Reminded Me That Exercise Doesn't Have To Make You Suffer

Riding an E-Bike as a Plus-Size Person Reminded Me That Exercise Doesn't Have To Make You Suffer

I spent a good part of my childhood having fun with my neighbors. In the…

By Hannah Schneider

10 Types of Crystals for Healing, Self-Love, Energy Clearing, and Positivity

10 Types of Crystals for Healing, Self-Love, Energy Clearing, and Positivity

Given the frenetic energy of the past year, you may feel ready to embrace anything…

By Jessica Estrada

I Swapped My Nightly Beverage for a Cup of Hibiscus Tea To See if It Helped Me Sleep, and I’ve Never Felt More Refreshed

I Swapped My Nightly Beverage for a Cup of Hibiscus Tea To See if It Helped Me Sleep, and I’ve Never Felt More Refreshed

I’ll admit: There isn’t much I wouldn’t do to get a good night’s rest. For…

By Maki Yazawa

Walmart’s Beauty Event Is Here—And You Can (Finally) Upgrade Your Self-Care Routine Without Breaking the Bank

Walmart’s Beauty Event Is Here—And You Can (Finally) Upgrade Your Self-Care Routine Without Breaking the Bank

POV: After a busy day, you’re *finally* about to sit down, light a candle, and…

By Well+Good Editors

FYI: You Can Majorly Save on Skin Care at Walmart Right Now—These Are The 8 Essentials To Stock Up On

FYI: You Can Majorly Save on Skin Care at Walmart Right Now—These Are The 8 Essentials To Stock Up On

These days, it feels like everyone from your beauty-buff BFF to your mother-in-law is insisting…

By Well+Good Editors

Scalp Care Is the Self-Care Step You Might Be Missing—These 8 Budget-Friendly Products Will Change That

Scalp Care Is the Self-Care Step You Might Be Missing—These 8 Budget-Friendly Products Will Change That

If your definition of self care is giving yourself the best hair day ever, well,…

By Well+Good Editors

'I'm a Chiropractor, and These Are the 9 Best Pillows I Recommend for Neck Pain'

'I'm a Chiropractor, and These Are the 9 Best Pillows I Recommend for Neck Pain'

Every now and then, it's not uncommon to wake up to a stiff or painful…

By Kayla Hui

What Does It Mean if I Have Super Vivid Dreams Every Night (and Sometimes Wake Up Exhausted)?

What Does It Mean if I Have Super Vivid Dreams Every Night (and Sometimes Wake Up Exhausted)?

It’s 3 a.m., and you’ve just jolted wide awake from another wild dream. Your heart…

By Julie Weingarden Dubin

Scarlett Johansson Says People Can't Believe How Well The Outset's Blue Clay Mask Works, but I Can Confirm It Shrank My Zits Overnight

Scarlett Johansson Says People Can't Believe How Well The Outset's Blue Clay Mask Works, but I Can Confirm It Shrank My Zits Overnight

Confession: For about six months after its launch, I had no idea The Outset was…

By Gina Vaynshteyn

Have the Past 3 Years Given You ‘Pandemic Pelvis’? Here’s What To Know About the Symptoms Experts Are Seeing Everywhere

Have the Past 3 Years Given You ‘Pandemic Pelvis’? Here’s What To Know About the Symptoms Experts Are Seeing Everywhere

For people who have to pee a lot, the “camera off” Zoom function may have been…

By Rachel Kraus

We Tried 5 Popular Sleep Wearables To Track Our Zzzs—Here's How They Stacked Up

We Tried 5 Popular Sleep Wearables To Track Our Zzzs—Here's How They Stacked Up

The perfect sleeping scenario would look something like this: Crawl into bed, set your alarm…

By Kayla Hui

Why the FDA Approved a Video Game—Yes, a Video Game!—as an Official Treatment for ADHD

Why the FDA Approved a Video Game—Yes, a Video Game!—as an Official Treatment for ADHD

Neurodivergent folks nationwide have been struggling to treat their attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in recent months…

By Hannah Schneider

The Power of a ‘Bare Minimum Monday’ To Alleviate Your Sunday Scaries

The Power of a ‘Bare Minimum Monday’ To Alleviate Your Sunday Scaries

Picture this: Sunday finally rolls around after you’ve spent a weekend resting and relaxing with…

By Helen Carefoot

3 Seated Core Exercises You Can Do on Your Daily Commute

3 Seated Core Exercises You Can Do on Your Daily Commute

In today's fast-paced world, many of us spend a significant amount of time sitting on…

By Lily Canter

Here's Why Doctors Are Begging You Not To Take Tylenol While Hungover

Here's Why Doctors Are Begging You Not To Take Tylenol While Hungover

Whether you're sipping from a fancy glass or gulping straight through the bottle, alcohol can…

By Oladimeji Ewumi

Skiing Legend Lindsey Vonn Has Long Struggled With Sleep—Here's Her Easy-To-Copy Routine That Works

Skiing Legend Lindsey Vonn Has Long Struggled With Sleep—Here's Her Easy-To-Copy Routine That Works

If you watched the Winter Olympics between 2002 and 2018, you likely know Lindsey Vonn…

By Hilary Sheinbaum

The 8 Money Archetypes Help Explain Our Relationship to Our Finances

The 8 Money Archetypes Help Explain Our Relationship to Our Finances

Money is a big deal; it's emotional; it's highly personalized; and it relates to power,…

By Lia Avellino, LCSW

The Bearaby 'Napigan' Weighted Sweater Is Finally Back in Stock After Being Sold Out for Months

The Bearaby 'Napigan' Weighted Sweater Is Finally Back in Stock After Being Sold Out for Months

As a long-time health and wellness writer, I am no stranger to the benefits of…

By Jessie Quinn

Need a Free Midday Mood Boost? Swap Out Your Socks, Say Podiatrists

Need a Free Midday Mood Boost? Swap Out Your Socks, Say Podiatrists

A fresh cup of coffee, a hearty lunch, a good stretch. In the middle of…

By Amelia McBride

Why the Drag Ban in Tennessee Is So Dangerous for the LGBTQ+ Community

Why the Drag Ban in Tennessee Is So Dangerous for the LGBTQ+ Community

In the weeks since March 2, when Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed Senate Bill 3—which…

By Sara Elizabeth Grossman

Peanuts, Cracker Jack, and… Well-Being? The Surprising Reason You May Want To Start Attending Live Sports

Peanuts, Cracker Jack, and… Well-Being? The Surprising Reason You May Want To Start Attending Live Sports

Watching sports has, historically, never been my thing. I hate that somebody has to lose,…

By Rachel Kraus

How the Designer Water Bottle Got Us To Take Hydration Seriously

How the Designer Water Bottle Got Us To Take Hydration Seriously

The Stanley Adventure Quencher wasn’t always a hydration status symbol. In fact, the now-widely beloved…

By Jessica Goodman

Okay, Seriously, Why Is It So Hard To Floss Sometimes?

Okay, Seriously, Why Is It So Hard To Floss Sometimes?

I honestly don't know anyone with a perfect commitment to daily flossing, even though that's…

By Hannah Schneider

‘I’m an 82-Year-Old Triathlete and Longevity Expert. Here’s My Top Tip for Staying Mentally and Physically Sharp’

‘I’m an 82-Year-Old Triathlete and Longevity Expert. Here’s My Top Tip for Staying Mentally and Physically Sharp’

Today, Joseph Maroon, MD, FACS is an 82-year-old triathlete, former neurosurgeon, longevity expert, and current…

By Rachel Kraus

The Candle Method Is One of the Easiest Ways To Engage Kids in Breathwork—Here’s How To Do It

The Candle Method Is One of the Easiest Ways To Engage Kids in Breathwork—Here’s How To Do It

Breathwork is one of my go-to healing modalities whenever I’m anxious, stressed, overwhelmed, or just…

By Jessica Estrada

Nearly a Decade After Embracing My Gray Hair at 50, I Decided To Start Dyeing It Again—And That's Just Fine

Nearly a Decade After Embracing My Gray Hair at 50, I Decided To Start Dyeing It Again—And That's Just Fine

Like so many women, my hair was (and still is) an important part of my…

By Sophia Markoulakis

This Is the Best Sleep Position for When You Have a Headache and You’re Just Trying To Doze Off

This Is the Best Sleep Position for When You Have a Headache and You’re Just Trying To Doze Off

There’s nothing like the agony of trying to fall asleep when you have a headache.…

By Helen Carefoot

'I'm a Sex Therapist, and These Are the Most-Common Questions Single People Ask Me'

'I'm a Sex Therapist, and These Are the Most-Common Questions Single People Ask Me'

Because of the lack of comprehensive and accessible sex education, it can be difficult to…

By Helen Carefoot

I'm in My First Trimester of Pregnancy, and This Natural Rubber Mattress Has Helped Alleviate My Lower Back and Hip Pain

I'm in My First Trimester of Pregnancy, and This Natural Rubber Mattress Has Helped Alleviate My Lower Back and Hip Pain

As a quintessential Taurus, sleep is normally paramount to my wellbeing. But after recently learning…

By Jessica Willison-Reyes

How To Use the 'Sofa Theory of Dating' To Find Love in 5 Steps

How To Use the 'Sofa Theory of Dating' To Find Love in 5 Steps

There are all sorts of factors that can cause dating burnout and discouragement. You may be…

By Helen Carefoot

Why Your Coffee Maker Should Be in the Bedroom

Why Your Coffee Maker Should Be in the Bedroom

I struggle with insomnia. It’s not a constant condition, but it is one triggered by…

By Grace Smith

Meet the 'Magic Linen' Sheets That Are Absurdly Expensive but Transformed My Quality of Sleep Forever

Meet the 'Magic Linen' Sheets That Are Absurdly Expensive but Transformed My Quality of Sleep Forever

My bed is my sanctuary, and I take its comfort level seriously. That being said,…

By Jessie Quinn

Do You Tend To Wake Up on the Wrong Side of the Bed? You Need This Alarm Clock With a Built-In Motivational Speaker

Do You Tend To Wake Up on the Wrong Side of the Bed? You Need This Alarm Clock With a Built-In Motivational Speaker

Call me lucky (or perhaps chronically sleep-deprived), but when it comes to falling asleep, I…

By Erica Sloan

I Actually Listened to My Wearable's Advice on When To Go To Sleep, and I'm Shocked by How Much More Energetic I Am at the Gym

I Actually Listened to My Wearable's Advice on When To Go To Sleep, and I'm Shocked by How Much More Energetic I Am at the Gym

In a dream world, we'd actually listen to our phones and smart watches when they…

By Gina Vaynshteyn

This CBD Balm Instantly Melts Away My Period Pain, and Smells Amazing As It Soothes

This CBD Balm Instantly Melts Away My Period Pain, and Smells Amazing As It Soothes

If, like me, you start feeling like a rabid raccoon is clawing at your insides…

By Hannah Schneider

Sleep Experts Agree: These 8 Best Wedge Pillows Give the Boot to Snoring, Acid Reflux, and Congestion

Sleep Experts Agree: These 8 Best Wedge Pillows Give the Boot to Snoring, Acid Reflux, and Congestion

In the market for a wedge pillow? You're in the right spot. Sometimes, a quality…

By Kayla Hui

I’m a Relationship Scientist, and Here’s What Happened When I Went on a New 'Friend Date' Every Day for a Month

I’m a Relationship Scientist, and Here’s What Happened When I Went on a New 'Friend Date' Every Day for a Month

There’s an epidemic of loneliness, you know, my clients often tell me. I’m a marriage…

By Marisa Cohen

The Key to More Efficient Surgery Might Be… Heavy Metal Music?!

The Key to More Efficient Surgery Might Be… Heavy Metal Music?!

Steady hands are a must for surgeons in the operating room. But how about head…

By Rachel Kraus

I Will Never Be As Strong as I Used To Be. But Reclaiming My Fitness Is My Triumph Over Trauma

I Will Never Be As Strong as I Used To Be. But Reclaiming My Fitness Is My Triumph Over Trauma

Content warning: This piece discusses sexual violence. I imagine that many people assume that those…

By Amber Sayer

'I'm a Therapist, and Here Are 7 Products That Can Help You Overcome Social Anxiety'

'I'm a Therapist, and Here Are 7 Products That Can Help You Overcome Social Anxiety'

Have you ever walked into a room full of people, including strangers and people you…

By Rebecca Norris

5 Simple Before-Bed Snack Recipes Starring Tart Cherries, the Dreamiest Sleep-Boosting Ingredient

5 Simple Before-Bed Snack Recipes Starring Tart Cherries, the Dreamiest Sleep-Boosting Ingredient

The conquest for a restful sleep is a battle too many of us fight come…

By Maki Yazawa

This Is How Often You Need To Replace Your Mattress (Because You Know You Want To)

This Is How Often You Need To Replace Your Mattress (Because You Know You Want To)

No mattress is as comfortable as your own mattress. At least, isn’t that how you…

By Danielle Calma

6 Types of Narcissists—And the One You Really Need To Avoid, According to Mental Health Experts

6 Types of Narcissists—And the One You Really Need To Avoid, According to Mental Health Experts

The term “narcissist” is much like the term “anti-social” in that it's often haphazardly misused.…

By Korin Miller

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