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It can be difficult to love how your body looks, or even like it. But what if you could expand the way you think about your body? This episode, psycho...
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Sometimes we buy things that we later regret: a new sweater that's already falling apart, or a thrifted "vintage" vase that turns out to be a mass-pro...
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Are you a 'Parisian perfectionist'? How about a 'messy perfectionist'? Psychotherapist Katherine Morgan Schafler believes there are 5 kinds of perfect...
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There are lots of reasons women may experience pain during or after sex. Whether you've just given birth, are experiencing hormonal changes, or are un...
Many of us feel overwhelmed by life's obligations — work, family, friends and relationships. In a culture fixated on busyness, time always seems in sh...
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Many people pause physical activity during pregnancy -- but research shows that exercising while pregnant is good for your health and your baby's heal...
In gaming, a side quest is a mission outside the main narrative or goal that players can take for fun. In life, it functions similarly. It's a hobby o...
Do you check your phone to set a reminder, then get sidetracked by every targeted social media ad? Or plan to spend your day in focus mode only to be...
Called 'supercommunicators,' these people have the exceptional ability of creating authentic connections with others — just by listening and talking....
You know you want to save for that vacation, those new tires and more generally, the future. But what savings approach actually works? Certified fina...
Stressed, anxious, or angry? Distress tolerance tools — from dunking your head in a bowl of ice water to imagining yourself in a calm setting — can he...
In this episode, decision coach Nell Wulfhart shares exercises to make speedier decisions, when to ask others for guidance and how to deal with any re...
Fiber is a dietary superhero. It lowers cholesterol, helps regulate blood sugar levels and keeps your hunger in check. But chances are, you're not get...
