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How to Stop Obsessing Over Someone You Hate

If your least favorite influencer or ex’s new partner is living in your head rent-free, read this.
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How to Avoid Fighting With Your Family on Your Summer Vacation

Whether you’re going on a proper trip together or planning a hometown visit, here’s how to stay calm(ish).
Mental Health

Why Knitting (and Hobbies Like It) Can Make You Calmer, Sharper, and Happier

Less stress and a chunky knit blanket? Count us in!
Mental Health

Here’s What High Cortisol Actually Does to Your Body

If TikTok has you confused about the stress hormone, read this.
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6 Ways to Shake Off the Workday So It Doesn’t Ruin Your Precious Evening

A little transition ritual can shift your brain into chill mode.
Life

Try the ‘Five Things’ Method When You Need to Tidy Your Home But Have Zero Energy

If a pile of dirty dishes or overflowing hamper is stressing you out, this therapist-approved strategy can help.
Health

3 Things to Do If Stress Is Killing Your Appetite

When you’re anxious or overwhelmed, eating can become a total afterthought.
Life

How to Make Tuesdays Suck a Tiny Bit Less

We don’t talk enough about how the second day of the week is Very Bad.
Health

3 Things to Do When You Can’t Fall Asleep Because You’re Overthinking…Everything

“Cognitive shuffling” is the new counting sheep.
Health

How to Fall Asleep Fast When Your Mind Is Racing

If it’s midnight and you’re still awake, read this.
Mental Health

Here’s How to Meditate If You Haven’t Gotten Into It Yet but Really Want To

We promise it doesn’t have to be a big—or complicated—commitment.
Eczema

Why Does My Skin Get So Angry When I’m Super Stressed Out?

Dealing with breakouts and irritation when life is already chaotic sure is fun!
Heart Failure

A Black Cardiologist Shares the #1 Thing She Does to Prevent Heart Disease

It requires a lot less effort than you might think.
Type 2 Diabetes

How Your Notes App Can Help You Keep Your Blood Sugar in Check

If you have type 2 diabetes, reflecting on your day-to-day routine can be really motivating.
The torn identity

3 Things to Do When You Overthink Everything and Can’t Make Decisions

It’s called analysis paralysis, and here’s how you can overcome it.
Earth to self

Try This Quick, Easy Tip to Feel More at Peace When You’re Spending Time Outside

Just because you’re in nature, doesn’t mean you’re one with it.
Health

15 Reasons to Finally Give Running a Try

It’s about way more than fast times and finish lines.
Entertainment

What to Watch on Netflix Next Time You’re Feeling Stressed

Our picks span a range of reality, drama, and even throwbacks from your childhood. 
Downtime dilemmas

How to Find Your Downtime Sweet Spot

No matter how much you have, you can make it more restful.