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5 Best Apps to Cultivate a Meditation Habit

Try these apps to help you in your journey

Vanessa Fernandez

Being Outed Was Traumatic, But It Pushed Me To Accept — and Embrace — My Sexuality

Once I was free of my secret, life opened up for me in powerful ways

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Your Migraine Attacks Might Be Affecting Your Mental Health

Mental health and migraine disease are closely related. Find out more.

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The Physical Impact of Grief

Grief is not just an emotional experience. Learn what your body experiences during loss.

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Schizophrenia 101

Schizophrenia is a serious — but treatable — mental illness

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I'm Tired of ME/CFS Being Misunderstood

I’m using my voice to advocate for myself and the millions of people living with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome

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Don’t Invite Energy Vampires In

Energy vampires suck. Here’s how to spot them and expert tips for protecting your health and well-being.

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What Is a Highly Sensitive Person?

In your feelings? You might be a highly sensitive person — and that doesn’t have to be a bad thing.

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Sleeping Pills May Harm Your Brain

Prescription sleeping pills may not be the fix you think they are

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The Rise in Eating Disorders in Midlife Women

You don’t have to be a teenager to develop an eating disorder. Here’s what you need to know.

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How to Make Connections When You’re Lonely

The loneliness epidemic is real. Learn the signs, symptoms and ways to make connections when you’re lonely.

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Post Vacation Depression Is a Real Thing

Here’s what you can do to help lift your mood after the fun is over

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How to Make a Vision Board

Sick of resolutions that don’t stick? Vision boards may help you achieve your goals.

6 Self-Care Resolutions for the New Year

6 Tips for True Self-Care

Pedicures, massages and bubble baths are great — but don’t forget to take these 6 steps to true self-care

Happy Holidays from HealthyWomen

Happy Holidays from HealthyWomen

It’s the most wonderful time of the year to take care of yourself

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Expert Advice on Getting Through Your First Holiday Season After the Loss of a Loved One

Read our expert tips for dealing with loss and grief during the holidays

I'm Proud to Be the Founder of Moms on Mushrooms

I'm Proud to Be the Founder of Moms on Mushrooms

Microdosing mushrooms has helped me heal from trauma and be more present in my life. Now, I'm helping other moms learn about the benefits of microdosing.

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Hot or Not: Vaginal Steaming

We’ve got the answers to your burning questions about v-steam

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Mouth Breathers Beware: Mouth Taping May Not Be the Fix You Think It Is

Should you try mouth taping for sleep or put the viral trend to bed? Here’s what you need to know.

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I’m Turning Anxiety into Art

Through live shows and social media, I put the spotlight on mental health and my experience as a Black woman living with anxiety

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The Promise of Prescription Digital Therapeutics

Here’s what you need to know about this emerging trend in healthcare

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Treatment Options for Insomnia

This sleep disorder is more common in women. Here’s what to know.