Wabi Sabi Love

Embracing Imperfections in Relationships

Arielle Ford explores how we can shift our focus from what’s wrong to what’s right, cultivating a more loving connection through humor, listening, intimacy and generosity.

Improve Your Snooze

Sleep Aids versus Sleep Sappers

Can what we eat help us enjoy better sleep? Yes, says our panel of experts—see which foods, drinks and supplements they recommend to ease your zzz’s.

How a Brain Grows

Five Ways to Aid Development

Try these scientifically backed tips, designed for parents and caregivers, to positively influence a child’s developing brain.

How Can We All Get Along?

Resolving conflict benefits mind and body.

Whether we experience a minor disagreement at home, a workplace quarrel or a complicated political dispute, the process of working through a conflict can leave us feeling stronger and improve our relationships.

Tea Up

A Cup of Good Taste & Crucial Nutrients

It’s winter, and the chill is on. Instead of reaching for a calorie-dense vanilla café latte to warm up, try a cup of tea. Here’s why it’s a good idea to keep refilling the teacup through winter’s chilly days.

Smart Heating Options

Stay Warm and $ave

Ditch outdated furnaces and boilers for these eco-friendly, budget-boosting options that will keep the family cozy all winter long.

Fabulous Fireplace

Keep Heating Dollars from Going Up in Smoke

There are several options available for upgrading the family fireplace, both energy and pollution-wise, without sacrificing coziness.

The Upside of Downhill Skiing

Make the Most of Peak Experiences

Snow brings the fresh fun of alpine downhill skiing. Here are some tips to get folks back on the slopes and max out mountain moments.

Winter Workouts

Indoor Options to Beat the Blahs

Plunging temperatures in cold weather climes can put a chill on the best-intentioned fitness routine. This winter, try some of these activities to stay in shape while having fun.

Green Laundry List

Use Cold Water and Eco-Wise Detergents

Crucial Shareware

Open Hardware Addresses Environmental Problems

Low Tech

Silicon Valley School Eschews Computers

Blogging News

Teens See More Kindness than Cruelty Online

Natural Wonders

Virgin Forests are Irreplaceable

Big Book

Encyclopedia of Life Update

Vitamin C Helps Us See

Tip for Keeping Your Eyes Healthy

Regular Bedtimes Make Kids Smarter

The Key to Developmentally Excelling

Alcohol Impairs Recovery from Illness

Think Twice Before Downing a Hot Toddy

Potassium Protects the Heart

Take in More for Better Cardiac Health

Does Yawning Cool the Brain?

It Doesn't Just Mean You're Bored

Seaweed Loves the Heart

A Rich Source of Heart-Healthy Goodness

Natural Relief for Colds and Flu

Fight Off Sickness Naturally

Good Scents for Winter Blues

Aromatherapy for the Spirit

Celebrate The 7 Days of Valentine’s

Fun Ways to Enjoy the Holiday

Sonic Valentine

Ninth World Sound Healing Day is February 14