Before the Thrive Challenge, I was basically working all the time without really taking care of myself. I wasn’t giving myself enough time for myself to recharge. I have an eight-year-old son, Xian, and seeing how I wasn’t paying attention to him made me realize I really had to do something. My lifestyle was starting…
Between our busy work schedules, our parenting duties, household chores, and other responsibilities, it’s not always easy to find time to exercise. And yet, staying active is important for our heart health, our sleep, our mood, and our overall well-being. Sometimes, getting moving during a busy day just takes some creativity! We asked our Thrive…
My daughter turns three this weekend which in addition to presents, extra time on the playground and cake means that it has been exactly three years since I formulated the concept for This App Saves Lives. Reflecting back on the last three years, I’ve learned that: People are inherently good: We live in a world…
It saddens me that our culture tells us we should always be doing something. As though our amount of “hustle” determines our worth. Especially as a parent, you can easily work yourself into the ground. I routinely notice my husband and I too attached to our work. Or constantly scheduling and managing the household. We must have…
Even in a healthy relationship, mistakes, carelessness, and conflict are inevitable. The right repairs at the right time can make all the difference. Resolve disagreements and get your message through by finding common ground, sharing when you feel persuaded, and stating when you need to take a break or when you feel that you’re both…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. February 23, 2022 — 19:05 PM Years ago, a teacher shared a water experience that had always stayed with her and has since stayed with me. Shortly after arriving at…
Oh, how we’ve waxed poetic on the many, many ways to balance blood sugar levels, from nutrition tips to stress management to easy, underrated hacks (try going for a quick walk after a meal, trust us!). On that latter note, exercise physiologist, personal trainer, and New York Times bestselling author Ben Greenfield recently shared a…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. February 23, 2022 — 11:32 AM Hair types can vary widely, but for people with what’s known as “natural hair,” there’s a six (and sometimes) seven-type range that encompasses curly…
February 23, 2022 — 11:03 AM That which isn’t seen cannot change. Many couples try to handle relationship injuries by sweeping them under the rug. This is a big mistake. When avoidance or neglect become a strategy, you get a seriously lumpy rug. And when we are harboring hurt, or waiting for hurt to happen…
As a three to four cups of coffee a day kind of person, I’ll be the first to admit that my caffeine habits can occasionally affect my sleep quality. In general, I don’t become highly energetic or jittery, but when my coffee consumption slips well into the evening, tossing and turning can ensue. I know…
