Boost your productivity with the 2+8 prioritizing technique
In eighth grade, Mrs. Dooley taught us the “Big Rock” theory of time management: If you’re trying to fit rocks,…
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The Voo breathing technique to calm down and stop anxiety
When was the last time anxiety completely overwhelmed you? Maybe it was before a big presentation, after an argument with…
Rucking: The weighted fitness activity
Tired of pounding the pavement in your running shoes? Want the calorie-burning, heart-pumping benefits of running without actually having to…
The Thank You Note: A simple path to greater happiness
After penning thank you notes for over a decade, I’ve come to see this practice as far more than an…
Responding to your partner’s bids
Want a stronger, closer relationship with your partner? The secret lies in how you respond to their bids for emotional…
The physiological sigh to reduce stress
A 10-second breathing technique to inner calm Palms sweating, heart pounding, thoughts racing – stress ambushes you without warning. In…
Sleep divorce: How sleeping separately could save your marriage
Sharing a bed, fighting over covers, waking up to snoring – it’s long been seen as an unavoidable part of…
The 2-2-2 rule: Your secret to a thriving long-term relationship
We all want relationships that can go the distance. But when bills, kids, and busy schedules conspire against us, how…
The Monday Start Note: Start your week strong with this simple hack
I’ll admit it: I used to be a Monday morning train wreck. I’d arrive at the office groggy and disoriented,…
The Boring Book Sleep Hack
When sleep eludes you, it’s tempting to reach for your phone or turn on the TV. But these attention-grabbing devices…