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New study identifies which types of humor are linked to reduced worry and increased wellbeing

New study identifies which types of humor are linked to reduced worry and increased wellbeing

New research indicates that people who use humor to arouse sympathy for human imperfections or act silly to make others laugh tend to experience less pathological worry. But the...

These Journaling Tips Will Help You Get the Most Out of Your Practice

These Journaling Tips Will Help You Get the Most Out of Your Practice

The Benefits of Journaling and How to Get the Most Out of Your Practice Credit: Getty Images Raise your hand if you've ever bought a blank journal, convinced it would change...

Why BMI Isn’t an Accurate Measure of Health

Why BMI Isn’t an Accurate Measure of Health

Chances are at some point in your life, you and your doctor have discussed your body mass index (BMI) in relation to your health. Unfortunately, for many people (maybe you, too)...

Here's How Acupuncture Can Improve Your Gut Health, Expert Says — Eat This Not That

Here's How Acupuncture Can Improve Your Gut Health, Expert Says — Eat This Not That

If you deal with chronic or unpleasant stomach issues, it's likely you're on the lookout for ways to improve your gut health. Conditions such as irritable bowl syndrome (IBS),...

The Most Effective Workouts For New Moms To Get Fit, Trainer Says — Eat This Not That

The Most Effective Workouts For New Moms To Get Fit, Trainer Says — Eat This Not That

One of the biggest struggles new moms face is making time for everything—especially exercise. For many, it can be a difficult balance between tending to fitness and wellness...

5 Simple Habits to Implement Every Day to Help Improve Your Health

5 Simple Habits to Implement Every Day to Help Improve Your Health

Waking up early can be a great way to start your day. It sets you up for success, physically and mentally. Research shows it is easier to be successful in the morning than the...

Celebrate Every Day to Boost Your Mental Health

Celebrate Every Day to Boost Your Mental Health

Celebrating is fun, and it’s much more than fluff. Celebrating things big and small has a substantial impact on the brain and overall mental health. When we celebrate here and...

How to find the right meditation practice for you

How to find the right meditation practice for you

I say this having recently undertaken a free online 40-day course with psychologist Tara Brach. A week in, and I’m already noticing a greater degree of calm when dealing with my...

5 Bad Habits that lead to Sleepless Nights (& 5 Good Habits to do Instead). | elephant journal

5 Bad Habits that lead to Sleepless Nights (& 5 Good Habits to do Instead). | elephant journal

You have a busy day ahead, and you don’t know if you’ll get any sleep tonight. The theme of today was walking around like a cast member of “The Walking Dead,” trying to avoid...

Progressive Muscle Relaxation: Benefits, How-To, Technique

Progressive Muscle Relaxation: Benefits, How-To, Technique

We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Here’s our process. It’s normal to feel stressed...

A Stress Remedy That Works

A Stress Remedy That Works

Stress has been a familiar term for decades, and the problems caused by chronic stress are legion. There is no reason to continue to put up with the rush and pressure, the...

Why Is Even Good Change Sometimes So Hard?

Why Is Even Good Change Sometimes So Hard?

Subscribe to our NEW daily email mental health newsletter. Even good change can be hard. To feel things like stress, anxiety, and depression in the wake of any change makes...