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Workouts
This Easy Morning Habit Can Help You Feel More Awake and Focused
Experts say it’s a trend worth trying.
Running
Why Every Anxious 20-Something Is Running a Marathon Right Now
I didn’t know how to get out of my quarter-life crisis…so I decided to run straight through it instead.
Lisa Has Stage 4 Breast Cancer and Works in a Cancer Center. Here’s What Her Dual Perspective Has Taught Her
For years, Lisa has supported people being treated for metastatic breast cancer—while also navigating her own mBC diagnosis. Experiencing both perspectives has shaped the way she understands and connects with patients.
Asking for a Friend
My Ex-Friend Keeps Bad-Mouthing Me. What Do I Do?
Every time I think the drama’s over, someone new fills me in on what she’s said.
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Nutrition
How We Lost the Plot on Protein
It’s become a dietary touchstone of America. But experts warn it shouldn’t be.
Sleep
Sleep Doctors Swear By This Simple Morning Habit
It might take some practice, but your body will thank you.
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Contraception
I Paid $500 to Be Sedated for My IUD Insertion
Yes, you have the option. Here’s how to ask for it.
Life
6 Tricks for Introverts Who Want to Be More Social
Meeting new people can be surprisingly simple—if you have the right approach.