Mental Health
Mental Health
How to Stop Completely Spiraling Every Time You Receive a Little Criticism
For anyone who starts tearing up at even the slightest hint of negative feedback.
Mental Health
5 Little Ways to Show Up for a Friend Who’s Depressed
You don’t have to act as their therapist to make a meaningful difference.
I’m a Psychologist Who Gets Panic Attacks. Here’s the One Thing That Calms Me Down Instantly
Having this secret weapon in your pocket—literally—can interrupt that spiral of fear and anxiety.
Life
3 Things to Do If You’re Terrified of Your Parent Dying
If watching them age is causing dark-thought spirals, here’s what a psychologist recommends.
Author Emmeline Clein on the ‘Machine’ That Fuels Eating Disorders and Grinds Up Young Women
“You’re less alone than you think—and less lost.”
New wave
Learning to Swim as an Adult Feels Like Coming Home
Discomfort with my body as a trans man kept me out of the pool for years. Now, finally, I can jump back in.
3 Things to Do If Stress Is Killing Your Appetite
When you’re anxious or overwhelmed, eating can become a total afterthought.
How to Stop Spiraling If Health Anxiety Is Taking Over Your Brain
Worried that a random ache means you’re dying? Let’s take a sec to regroup.
Life
How to Make Tuesdays Suck a Tiny Bit Less
We don’t talk enough about how the second day of the week is Very Bad.
Mental health
Megan Fox on What It’s Like to Be Called a ‘Sex Symbol’ While Having Body Dysmorphia
She said the pressure to live up to a specific image was “haunting.”
How to Tell When It’s Time to Start an Antidepressant
You don’t have to wait until things get “bad enough” to feel better.
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‘Dead Weight: Essays on Hunger and Harm’ Is Our March SELF Well-Read Book Club Pick
Author Emmeline Clein explores the near impossibility of having a positive body image today.
Love
I Have a Great Partner—So Why Do I Still Feel Lonely?
You don’t have to be by yourself to feel disconnected.
What to Do If Back Pain Is Taking a Toll on Your Mental Health
Setting boundaries and pacing yourself is really important, to start.
Mad about you
What to Do If You’re Starting to Resent Every Little Thing Your Partner Does
The volume of their voice during Zoom calls probably isn’t really what you’re annoyed about.
Mental Health
5 Sneaky Ways Diet Culture Might Still Be Messing With You
Harmful messages about food and bodies are everywhere.
6 Ways to Feel a Little Better During Your First Trimester
The early days of pregnancy are a wild ride. Here’s your mini guide to navigating it all.
Mental Health
Try This 5-Minute Mental Exercise the Next Time You Feel Crappy About Your Body
It can remind you that restricting your food isn’t the answer.
Exposure therapy
How to Really, Actually Feel Better Naked
Insecurity is normal, but at a certain point, it can keep you from enjoying life to the fullest.
Nontrivial pursuit
Why Having a Little Hobby Is So Good for You, According to Science
Finding a leisure activity you love isn’t just fun—it can make you healthier.
The Mental Health Effects of Acne Are Very, Very Real
Feeling bad about breakouts isn’t shallow—especially if they’re messing with your quality of life.
10 Things to Try When You’re Too Depressed to Get Out of Bed
People who’ve been there share what actually helps on their worst mornings.
Rude awakening
3 Things to Do When You Snap at Your Partner and Feel Like a Jerk
It’s helpful to figure out what you’re actually upset about.
Mental health
What to Do When You Lose Your Temper and Really Regret it
Feeling bad about your outburst might actually be a good thing.
Here’s How to Meditate If You Haven’t Gotten Into It Yet but Really Want To
We promise it doesn’t have to be a big—or complicated—commitment.