A shoutout to basketcases everywhere. Anyone who gets upset over the tiniest of things is familiar with the self-stigmatizing inner monologue that usually follows. Mid-meltdown, you probably shame yourself with abusive thought loops (“There are people experiencing unmitigated tragedy in the world and you’re losing your shit over a broken…

How paradoxical intention can help you cut back on tossing and turning. You know that thing where you want to fall asleep faster and then it happens? Yeah, me neither. I spend all day fending off the drowsiness you’re supposed to feel right before you doze off only for my…

Why focusing on your strengths is an effective mood-booster. — When you’re feeling blah with a side of meh, the easiest way to boost your mood might be to do something you’re good at. In a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology, researchers from The Ohio State University found that sad people’s moods improved more quickly when…

Portion control doesn’t have to be rigid or complicated. — Even if what’s on your plate is super-healthy, too much or too little of any one macronutrient at mealtime can lead to pesky symptoms like brain fog, mood swings and lethargy. The easiest way to make sure you’re eating balanced meals? Use your hands, Aubrey Phelps, a functional perinatal and pediatric nutritionist, told HuffPost: “Think of your hands as a plate — palms up, pinkies together. Half of your ‘plate’ (or one hand) should be veggies and fruits. The palm of the other hand protein, and fingers complex carbs.”

The importance of owning your personal rhythm. It’ll take as long as it takes. This is the mantra I repeat to myself (incessantly) when the gap between what I hope to accomplish and actually pull off is the size of a canyon. It helps me hit the brakes and recalibrate…