Mental Health

Mental Health

A man in a suit and bowler hat sits on a large turtle, holding reins attached to the turtle's head, symbolizing a steady change in pace.
When caught between the urge for wholesale change and fear of stasis, the best approach is to take it easy.
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7mins
90’s kids know him from All That, Kenan & Kel, and Good Burger. This is Kel Mitchell, who sat down with us to share how he persevered through some of the hardest moments of his life.
Unlikely Collaborators
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“The brain is never the same from one moment to the next throughout life. Never ever.”
A person is sleeping, dreaming of a woman packing multiple bags and suitcases.
"Upon emergence, these patients are sincerely unsure what was reality and what was a ‘dream.'"
A detailed painting of a pensive young woman with brown hair, dressed in red, looking down thoughtfully, hinting at a new chapter that balances her happy moments and quiet reflections.
We must get happiness right — even when the world around us gets it wrong.
Illustration of a skull with crossed bones on a vibrant green background. The phrase "Memento mori!" is boldly inscribed beneath the skull.
Executive coach Jodi Wellman explains how to “make it to the end with no regrets.”
A neural network illustration shaped like a brain with the text "REWIRE YOUR BRAIN" in the center against a dark background. Two arrows circle the image, suggesting change or transformation.
9mins
Dr. Aditi Nerurkar on toxic resilience and the importance of gratitude and breathing.
Unlikely Collaborators
A small clock displaying 9:10 is surrounded by a tangled yellow measuring tape with black markings against a dark background, symbolizing the precision and commitment of intermittent fasting.
"Fasting...should not be demonized for simply suggesting that we take a break from eating once in a while."
A young woman in a white dress with a black sash sits beside a body of water, gazing down, with a dark forest in the background.
3mins
There’s never been more ways to connect with the people in our lives — so why are we lonelier than ever?
Kahneman wearing a suit, rests their chin on their hand while looking thoughtfully ahead.
Cognitive systems famously posited by psychologist Daniel Kahneman (1934-2024) may hold the key to a more productive and focused work environment.
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4mins
Carrie Berk reveals how she transformed her struggle with anxiety and internet fame by changing her perception and finding her true voice as a writer.
Unlikely Collaborators
A display of vintage Italian newspapers and magazines, including "Cinema," "La Ragione," and "L'Era Nuova," arranged on a table at an outdoor market.
The evidence is far less clear than popular media might lead you to believe.
An image contrasts two emotions: the left side shows a close-up of a tearful face, while the right side depicts a woman immersed in laughter.
Cody Delistraty explores if laughter can help alleviate the physical symptoms of grief.
10mins
Are humans naturally selfless? Psychologist Abigail Marsh is using studies on psychopathy and altruism to find out.
Five people stand or sit around a large, ominous hole in the ground, under a cloudy sky, reflecting on their struggles and supporting each other in raising mental health awareness.
Mental health awareness is more widespread than ever. Some professionals think it may have gone overboard — especially on TikTok.
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Depression can cause you to think too much — and physically sense too little.
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Fixing chronic pain in the body may sometimes require a treatment focused on the brain.
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An argument for emphasis on subjective experience.
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The mindless implementation of AI tools can come at a cost for our teams. Here are some red flags and solutions.
An assortment of half-empty drinks in various plastic cups, some with ice and garnishes, is spread across a dark surface—a telltale sign of the previous night's hangover remedy attempts.
The hangover "cures" on the market don't work. A new hydrogel does.
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GLP-1 agonists may be able to treat addiction, prevent Alzheimer’s, and more.
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11mins
“Masculinity” has become synonymous with “toxic.” Journalist Christine Emba explains how that happened, and how it can change.
A painting of a mythological figure driving a chariot pulled by two white horses through the clouds, draped in a flowing red fabric, symbolizing executive ego.
We’ve made god-like figures out of hard-charging CEOs — but it’s a bad idea to get high on your own supply.
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In the murder trial of Dan White, the defense touched on diet as a cause for White's actions. It has become known as the "Twinkie defense."
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Leadership evasion might seem like a plan for workplace freedom but it isn't a good thing — it's a denial of opportunity.
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Sometimes you just want to hear, "I know what it's like."
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You really can get by with a little help from your friends — if you also look beyond your personal to-do list.
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Public mass shooters almost always have worldviews shaped by the "3 Rs": rage, resentment, and revenge.