6 tips for a successful and satisfying Dry January
The Dry January challenge as we know it has around since the early 2000s, but the idea of taking a break from alcohol the first month of the year actually has its roots in World War II. To save...
View ArticleThis woman's powerful 'before and after' photos crush myths about body...
Michelle Elman, a body positivity coach, helps people who are struggling to find confidence in their own skin.After persevering through numerous medical conditions and surgeries in her own life, Elman...
View ArticleWe asked people what they really enjoy that others can't understand. One...
We recently asked our Upworthy audience on Facebook, "What's something that you really enjoy that other people can't seem to understand?" and over 1,700 people weighed in. Some people shared things...
View ArticleDoctor's 4-7-8 relaxation technique can help you fall asleep in an instant
Are you having a hard time falling asleep? Dr. Andrew Weil has shared the “most powerful” relaxation technique he knows, and it doesn’t require any equipment or cost a dime. It’s known as the 4-7-8...
View ArticleA scorching hot take on why younger people say 'no problem' instead of...
Have you ever wondered why people don't seem to say “you're welcome" anymore?The phenomenon has really caught on lately but it's roots go a back further back. Back in 2015, author and professor Tom...
View ArticleA body temperature expert explains why some people are always freezing
You wear extra chunky sweaters. You've never met a mitten you didn't like. You may even keep a lap blanket at work. You're one of those people who is always cold. And you are not alone. — (@) Inside...
View ArticleHow a simple shift in your morning routine can improve your sleep and...
Most of us have a desire to improve our health, sleep more soundly, have more energy and just generally feel better in our daily lives. And yet those things feel elusive to many of us, so we're always...
View ArticlePelvic floor doctor explains why going pee ‘just in case’ is a really bad idea
A pelvic floor doctor from Boston, Massachusetts, has caused a stir by explaining that something we all thought was good for our health can cause real problems. In a video that has more than 5.8...
View ArticleDoctor explains how to do a simple physical test that can predict your longevity
Everyone wants to know how long they will live and there are many indicators that can show whether someone is thriving or on the decline. But people have yet to develop a magic formula to determine...
View ArticleAn impassioned plea to help someone having a seizure leads to some...
What should you do if you witness someone having a seizure?Many of us have learned the basics of CPR or the Heimlich maneuver, even if we've never had to utilize those skills in real life. But...
View ArticleTrying to guess which twin smokes is the perfect way to help you quit
It's not revolutionary news that smoking wreaks havoc on your body in different ways. More often than not, however, the focus of anti-smoking campaigns is on your internal health, citing emphysema,...
View Article8 nontraditional empathy cards that are unlike any you've ever seen. They're...
When someone you know gets seriously ill, it's not always easy to come up with the right words to say or to find the right card to give. Emily McDowell — a former ad agency creative director and the...
View ArticleOne simple breathing exercise could be all you need to enjoy a good night's...
For many of us, those elusive zzz’s keep getting harder and harder to catch. Hence why everywhere you look there seem to be new “hacks” for getting a good night's sleep—especially on TikTok, where...
View ArticleHow often should you wash your sheets? Experts settle the debate once and for...
If you were to ask a random group of people, "How often do you wash your sheets?" you'd likely get drastically different answers. There are the "Every single Sunday without fail" folks, the "Who on...
View ArticlePeople share 17 'completely original' life hacks that have improved their lives
Life hacks are tiny nuggets of wisdom that can make our daily lives easier and more enjoyable. They're clever shortcuts and ingenious solutions to everyday problems that we sometimes don’t realize are...
View ArticleDoctor's alcohol tip that 'could save your life' goes viral on TikTok
New Year’s Eve is often a night filled with celebratory shots and champagne toasts. But as the party night fast approaches, one doctor is gently reminding folks the importance of partying responsibly...
View ArticleWoman shares her therapist's surprisingly helpful mental health tip: 'Run the...
"Run the dishwasher twice" might sound like strange mental health advice, but a viral post is proving that it's actually quite helpful. Danielle Wunker, a Licensed Professional Counselor and...
View ArticleThis woman's powerful 'before and after' photos crush myths about body...
Michelle Elman, a body positivity coach, helps people who are struggling to find confidence in their own skin.After persevering through numerous medical conditions and surgeries in her own life, Elman...
View ArticleThese two are now engaged after he answered her dating advice question with...
Twitter is best known as a place to get breaking news, daily rants, and read a lot of terrible sports takes. It's a take-no-prisoners platform where saying the wrong thing can get you canceled.It's a...
View ArticleStar neuroscientist Andrew Huberman breaks down two simple exercises to...
We spend a lot of time looking at things up close, particularly our screens. For many of us, it’s the first thing we look at in the morning, the last thing we look at before going to sleep and the...
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