Nurturing self-awareness (Ames)

Life is about balance. We provide you with strategies for a lifelong commitment to strength and well-being in all areas of your life. 

Lifestyle

Wellness podcaster and Instagram influencer Liz Moody emphasizes the importance of social bonds for wellbeing. Her digital communities—and her joyful energy—are spilling over into real life.

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It’s easy to get serious in our lives, given all that is unfolding in the world. The good news? There is mounting evidence that a good sense of humour, including laughing out loud, can lighten our load.

Transformational power of humour (Ames)

Most parents would agree that parenting seems easy enough before we actually have our own children. Our little ones’ emotional well&#x2d;being and preparedness for life depends a lot on our ability to teach them about emotions, healthy boundaries, and, yes, failure too.

Why love matters (Ginta)

Family comes first. We equip you with the tools to create a holistically healthy family now, and for generations to come.

Family

Want to move toward a happier, healthier “you” in the new year? Journal writing can help—because writing about your deepest thoughts and feelings has been shown to boost mental health and reduce your chances of physical illness.

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Natural is the way. We bring you credible approaches to preventative health, holistic treatments, and supportive supplements.

Health

Whether this was a banner year or one you’ll be happy to see in the rear&#x2d;view mirror, December often feels like a turning point. Before rounding the bend into the new year, take the time to check in on your well&#x2d;being, and whether you need to change tack going forward.

A Year in Review 2022

Confusion and shame too often still surround conversations about mental health. This is no less true for folks who identify as male.

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Long&#x2d;term stress can wreak havoc on our minds and bodies, but there are many natural ways to reduce stress and find relief.

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Avoid running on empty with these strategies to combat parental burnout and leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized.

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Burnout and occupational stress and wreak havoc on our health. Tune into the physical and emotional signs you need a mental health day.

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More and more is being understood about the ways our hearts, minds, and contexts are interconnected. How we feel affects our health, and so, too, does our environment. Keep reading for a heartfelt exploration of the many dimensions of emotions and well&#x2d;being.

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Here’s how to help keep well in body, heart, mind, and spirit this (and every) holiday season.

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It might seem unlikely, or impossible even, but sometimes life’s toughest curve balls—hurdles, injustices, and knock-downs—can lead to remarkable positive transformation. Read on to learn about post-traumatic growth (PTG).

Post-Traumatic Growth: Can Major Life Stressors Inspire Growth? | alive

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Stress and strife can arise in response to another’s curtness or cluelessness. Intentional hurtfulness or unconscious button-pushing can fuel our emotional flames. Read on to learn more about emotional intelligence, what underlies challenging feelings, and tips on how to cope.

Emotional Intelligence: Why It's the Key to Understanding Others | alive

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When you’ve been hurt or wronged, how do you react? From frustration to outright fury, how do you cope with seeing red? Read on to learn how to recognize and release your anger.

Seeing Red: How to Mind, Manage, and Mend Angry Feelings | alive

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Our emotions can require a surprising amount of attention and care. Luckily, emotional intelligence can be cultivated at any age or stage of life.

Can Emotional Intelligence Be Learned? (Hint: Yes!) | alive

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We know friendship is healthy—how often have you felt better after venting to a bestie? But the health benefits of friendship go beyond emotional support.

The Unexpected Health Benefits of Friendship | alive

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Finding yourself gleefully counting down the days before your next vacation? Learn how to maximize the happy feeling of trip planning.

Could Trip Planning Be the Best Part of Your Vacation? | alive

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Ease Into Escape

Getaways can leave us refreshed, but we can't always take a vacation. Incorporate mindful meditation as a no-cost way to “escape,” right in your own home.

Mindful Meditation Is a Daily, No-Cost Way to Relax and Renew | alive

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Whether it’s meditating, reading a good book, or even escaping for a solo weekend getaway, carving out alone time is more important than you might think.

The Research-Backed Benefits of Alone Time | alive

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To truly experience health from a holistic perspective, you must incorporate seven dimensions of wellness into your life. This is how you do it.

What are the 7 Dimensions of Wellness?

Seven Dimensions of Wellness

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BPH Versus Prostate Cancer

How to Be Sun Safe

Natural Asthma Relief

The Benefits of Green Exercise

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Bear Crawl

Forward Leg Swing

Grow Kids' Appreciation for Local Food

It's Basil Time!

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Basil White Bean Toasts

Basil Avocado Smoothie Packs

Beet Gazpacho with Basil Cream

Rocket Rosemary Berry Pops

Berry Mexican Lemonade

Cucumber and Strawberry Salad

Chard and Strawberry Salad

Saucy Black and Blue BBQ Turkey Burgers

Celery Leaf and Hemp Pesto

Carrot and Orange Zest Tea Cakes

Kale Stalk Smoothie with Orange and Hazelnuts

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Depression myths are being debunked as more people courageously come forward to talk about depression. Lifestyle changes and support can help heal the pain.

Breaking Depression Myths

Many of us are searching for how to be happy. Happiness doesn't depend on luck, wealth, or circumstance. Follow these tips to create lasting happiness.

Emotional Health

Nurturing Self-Awareness

Tribe Vibes

Why So Serious?

Feeling Loved Matters

Writing Toward Wellness

Finishing 2022

Men and Mental Health

10 Simple and Natural Ways to Reduce Stress

10 Ways to Combat Parental Burnout

10 Signs You Need a Mental Health Day

Open-Hearted Health

A Healthy, Whole Holiday Season

From Trauma to Transformation

Emotional Intelligence

Seeing Red: Getting Past the Anger

Get Smart About Emotions

Are Your Friends Saving Your Life?

Ease Into Escape

Escape Into Mindfulness

Alone

7 Dimensions of Wellness

Breaking Depression Myths

Let's Get Happy

Healing One Moment At a Time