Sometimes practicing self-care isn’t about what you’re doing for yourself, but what you’re not allowing others to do to you. Environments and situations that aren’t beneficial can’t always be avoided.

Often, when we think of self-care, we picture a long, lazy day at the spa, a trip to Napa with friends, or a blissed-out yoga retreat. These types of self-care are indeed nourishing experiences that ...

Intelligent people set this firm boundary to maintain control over their own lives and schedules. A night out is fun, of ...

A new study has found that a psychedelic formulation inspired by ayahuasca can significantly alter how the brain processes faces—especially one’s own. The research shows that the compound changes both ...

As we enter into the holiday season, self-care may take a backseat to other activities we consider mandatory during this time of year. Holiday parties, shopping, decorating, family get-togethers and ...

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Love is wonderful, but even the best relationships need boundaries to stay healthy and strong. Boundaries are like invisible lines that help both people feel respected, safe, and happy together. When ...

Each of us has a script in our heads; thought patterns that shape how we view our place in the world. According to Steele’s self-affirmation theory, a positive inner dialogue allows us to maintain the ...