Why Having “Tennis Friends” Is So Powerful for Your Longevity
Advantage-everybody: Two men of different generations explain why court friends are forever
Why Do We Get More Fearful as We Age?
As a kid I used to fling myself down hills. Now I'm scared to say the wrong thing in an email.
The Case for “Wild Swimming” This Summer
Born in the frigid bogs of rural Britain, the practice makes perfect sense for burned-out Americans
Critical Thinking Is Vital to a Wellness Routine
The skill is correlated with creativity and satisfaction. And under threat from AI.
Why You’re Sharp One Day and Foggy the Next
Apparently, good days are 80 minutes more productive than bad days. We unpack the new science.
“Rawdogging” a Flight Sounds Miserable. But It’s Good for Your Brain.
Think of it as a kind of meditation
The Case for "Strategic Laziness"
Rest and creativity go hand in hand. As artists and athletes explain, downtime improves performance, focus and long-term success.
Therapists Should Ask Patients About Their AI Use, New Paper Advises
It's part of a growing consensus
Do You Have “Shortcut Syndrome”? Here’s How to Fix It.
Our simple antidote to frictionless living: do hard things
Scientists Create the Most Psychedelic Plant Ever
Imagine the Neapolitan ice cream of hallucinogens
How Daily Frustration Is Slowly Sabotaging Your Health
If you treat each day like a battle, you're going to accrue some serious scars
What a Two-Week Digital Detox Does to Your Brain
It's time to trade in your attention deficit for your "authentic self." This science-backed intervention will help.
A New Study Expands What We Know About Stress and Eczema
Could it lead to less severe eczema down the line?
Landon Donovan Is an Open Book
Ahead of the release of his new memoir, the soccer legend opens up about the struggles under the surface of his hall-of-fame career
Why Sucking at Your Hobby Could Be a Secret Weapon
Amateur hour is where the real benefits hide. Set forth and "fail."
The Case for Eavesdropping
It gets a bad rap, but "listening in" is actually good for you