Maintaining Real Relationships in the Digital World
Social media has become a fundamental part of my life. As an American in 2015, I am the rule, not the exception. So what does healthy use of these sites look like?
Health care
How College Students Are Resisting the Mental-Illness Stigma
Student-led organizations are bringing mental illness into the light to lower the suicide rates of young people.
Take a Walk: 11 Ways to Build the Healthy Habit
Walking might just be the easiest way to get in daily exercise. Here are a few ways to make the practice even easier.
Surgeon General鈥檚 Prescription for Health: Walk More
New landmark report announces national campaign to encourage Americans to walk more, by making communities safer and more accessible.
This Artist Collects Your Worst Fears and Turns Them Into Something Great
The Fear Project uses art to visually interpret the parts of life that scare us the most, normalizing fear as a part of ourselves.
After 20 Years Reporting on Solutions, I鈥檓 Going on a Journey to Find Where Hope Lies Now
猫咪社区! co-founder Sarah van Gelder sets out on a road trip to find the edge of change.
7 Small Towns Taking Big Steps to Get People Walking
These communities are helping residents take steps towards healthier lives by making walking a priority.
5 Medicinal Herbs Already Growing in Your Backyard
These herbs aren't just for cooking鈥攈ere's how you can use them to treat ailments from asthma to anxiety.
This Cancer Survivor Makes Greeting Cards for When 鈥淕et Well鈥� Won鈥檛 Cut It
Tired of the lack of understanding with traditional "Get well soon" cards, Emily McDowell decided to create an alternative.
These Minnesotans Boosted Walking in Their Small Town by 70 Percent. Here’s How.
In Albert Lea, Minnesota, residents rejuvenated their rural community through increased physical activity.
“I Wish My Teacher Had Known…”鈥擜dults on How Teacher Empathy Could Have Changed Their Lives
Teachers don't always know the challenges kids deal with outside of the classroom. Sometimes talking can make all the difference.
3 Rad Vegan Chefs Share Their Inspiration (and Recipes!)
And agree that healthy, sustainable cooking can still be delicious and enjoyed by all.
How to Grow Oyster Mushrooms at Home (and Get Plenty of Flavor and Protein for Free)
You don't need a garden to grow mushrooms鈥攁ny cool, shady space will do, even a cupboard or dark corner.
What I Learned About Living From Dying of Cancer
Many more patients are now living for years with the diagnosis of terminal illness. The author describes her journey to what she calls 鈥渓ivingly dying鈥濃�攆acing her death by living in the moment with grace and mindfulness.
How to Pickle Almost Anything
Why ferment? It鈥檚 practical magic. Here are a few basics to get you started.
The Neurochemistry Of Empathy, In Claymation
Want to understand the science behind empathy? This quick video explains why and when we care.
Scared of Biking in Traffic? These Cities Are Making It Safe
To get people on bikes in big numbers, cities are finding that it's essential to separate bike lanes from traffic.
Acupuncture, Yoga, and Massage: Not Just for Rich People
From Oakland to Brooklyn, practitioners of holistic health care are working to make their services affordable for all.
7 Ways to Garden Like You Know What You鈥檙e Doing (Even If You鈥檙e Just Getting Started)
A few simple guidelines to follow when breaking out the trowel and gloves.
How Better Health Care for the Poor Makes a Stronger Economy for All
By keeping workers healthy, the Affordable Care Act will help the working poor achieve greater financial stability鈥攁nd will probably boost the economy as well.
5 Habits of Highly Compassionate Men
Having compassion leads to increased happiness, freedom from gender stereotypes, and better relationships with others.
A Happy Life or a Meaningful One鈥擠o We Really Need to Choose?
Researchers continue to debate whether people face a genuine trade-off between seeking a happy life and a meaningful one.
My Year Without Porn: Some Surprising Lessons
Since I quit watching porn a year ago, I've become more present in the moment, more loving, and a better friend to the women in my life.
With Only Months to Live, This 17-Year-Old Inspired Millions with Music and Love
When he was just 14 years old, Zach Sobiech learned that he had only a few years to live. He decided to use that time creating beautiful music, and inspired a lot of people while doing so.
Sitting Is the New Smoking: Why Walking Is the 鈥淪ecret Sauce鈥� for Better Health and Happier Communities
Whether you live in the 鈥榖urbs, the city, or the middle of nowhere, the "wonder drug" of walking is just what the doctor ordered.
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