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Time To Move? Here Are The World’s Happiest Countries
Nicole McDermott
May 13, 2014
Mind
Why You Should Probably Stop Fake-Laughing
Justin Sedor
May 6, 2014
Mind
This Is Why
Law & Order
Stresses You Out
Nicole McDermott
May 6, 2014
Mind
Scents That Will Make You Happy
You may be familiar with the soothing effects of lavender. But, did you know there are plenty of other scents that can do you a world of good? Sure, we all
by
Vanessa Golembewski
Mind
Falling Back In Love With London
“I love London, but I couldn’t live here forever,” is an increasingly common refrain heard in the bars, restaurants, and tube stations al
by
Emily London
Mind
How To Banish Your Anxiety During Job Interviews
ILLUSTRATED BY SYDNEY HASS. As a psychotherapist and executive coach, I’m in the unique position to help clients develop smart strategies for winning
by
Jonathan Alpert
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Does This Explain Why Our Pets Love Us?
Photographed by Ben Ritter. When you warmly gaze into the eyes of your pedigreed poodle, your rescued tabby, or even your chinchilla, you might see real lo
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Matthew Zuras
Mind
How The Internet Is Sapping Your Focus
Photographed by Anna Alexia Basile. Is the Internet killing your powers of concentration? Studies indicate that your brain receives a hit of dopamine &ndas
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Hayley MacMillen
Mind
11 Secrets Of Being Worry-Free
PHOTOGRAPHED BY MARK IANTOSCA. “Don't worry about it.” It's easier said than done. We're all guilty of occasionally dwelling on
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Hayley MacMillen
Mind
The “Confidence Gap” That’s Holding Women Back
Despite the fact that women outnumber men in higher education and make up 50% of the American workforce, the glass ceiling remains fully intact. Women are
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Justin Sedor
Mind
Over 24? It’s Official — You’re Getting Old
Illustrated By Ammiel Mendoza. From Fit Brains to Lumosity, it seems like every day brings a questionable new app that promises to keep your brain sharp we
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Justin Sedor
Mind
How To Navigate This Tricky Situation With Ease
The numbers on how many Americans suffer from mental illness are fuzzy. Most sources claim it’s around 20-25%, but the latest Diagnostic and Statistical
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Hello Giggles
Mind
Move Over, Google Glass — THIS High-Tech Headband Could Treat You...
Photo: Courtesy Of NeuroSky. It seems like every day brings a new headline about mindfulness meditation as a magical, quick fix for everything from chronic
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Justin Sedor
Mind
You’re Stressing Yourself Out For No Reason
Photographed by Tracy Wang. Your life is bonkers. We get it. But, when you stop and think about it, you can’t seem to pinpoint the reason why you fee
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Vanessa Golembewski
Mind
Why Being “Neurotic” Is Actually A Good Thing
We all have those people in our lives who we lovingly (or otherwise) refer to as “neurotic.” But, what does that really mean? Although many use
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Justin Sedor
Mind
Why It’s Not Your Fault That You’re Such A Procrastin...
Photographed by Sara Haile. Ah, the Internet — a world of endless wonder, a treasure trove of awesome. Countless heartwarming, hilarious, mind-blowin
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Justin Sedor
Mind
Have Scientists Found The Self-Control Spot In The Brain?
Illustrated by Gabriela Alford. For the 18 million Americans suffering from alcohol-abuse problems, the daily struggle is much more complex than just decid
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Justin Sedor
Mind
Are You Suffering From Secondhand Stress?
Ever notice how someone's grumpiness can really put a damper on your day? Well, you're not alone. Negative energy can be contagious. You know, ki
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Vanessa Golembewski
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Think You Can Spot A Liar? Try It Out For Yourself
Are you a good liar? Some of us are blessed with deception skills that rival even the shadiest of characters, while the rest of us are stuck with ticks and
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Justin Sedor
Mind
Lack Of Sleep Could Actually Be Killing Brain Cells
When you don't get enough sleep, it's usually written all over your face. And, people will usually say something like, “You look tired.R
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Vanessa Golembewski
Mind
Stress Actually Makes You A Better Person — But Only If You’...
Illustrated By Zhang Qingyun. Stress is a tricky beast. No matter how organized or Zen or on-top-of-your-sh*t-amazing you might be, it's easy to get o
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Justin Sedor
Mind
Young People Are The Worst! The Science Behind “Kids Today&...
It's a tale as old as time: No matter the circumstance, older generations tend to view young people as worse behaved than their own. And, though it
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Vanessa Golembewski
Mind
Why You Didn’t Follow Through With Your New Year’s Re...
What do champagne, the neon ball in Times Square, and New Year’s resolutions all have in common? They all appear sparkly and bright on December 31 and al
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Eyla
San Francisco
What Your Body Actually Does While Sleeping — Wowza!
Even despite efforts to monitor what happens during our sleep cycles (ahem, checking our Jawbone every AM), we don’t have a full grasp on everything
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Angela Tafoya
Mind
New Study Shows You Can Be Brainwashed Into Liking Certain Foods
Photographed By Christy Kurtz. For anyone trying to eat well, the grocery store is a source of endless frustration. Yes, we know where the apples and the k
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Justin Sedor
Mind
Why Spending Alone Time Could Actually Make You Feel Worse
Happiness Myth No. 9: Spending some time alone will make you feel better. Wrong. Although it can be tempting to take a “personal day” when you’re fee
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Gretchen Rubin
Mind
Computer Vision Syndrome: Do You Have It?
Most of our days are spent staring at a computer. Our jobs require it. And, like you, by the time we get home, the last thing we want to do is look at anot
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Vanessa Golembewski
Los Angeles
How To Have It All, Maria Sharapova-Style
Photo: Courtesy of Mehta Media Group. Being a pro athlete doesn't have to mean all work and no play. Four-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova has
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Erin Fitzpatrick
Mind
You Will Always Procrastinate & You Should Just Accept It
We'll start with the good news. Apparently, you make hundreds of micro-decisions every day. And, here you thought you were indecisive, reluctant, and
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Vanessa Golembewski
Mind
Wait, Are Antidepressants Just Making People Sadder?
Photographed by Jessica Nash. Do the side effects of antidepressants outweigh the benefits? Yes, sort of. According to a new study of over 1,800 adults fro
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Kelly Bourdet
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