MENTAL HEALTH

That feeling when you're about to get paid $10,000 for walking around.

GymBird Is Hiring a “Chief Step Officer” to Walk 10,000 Steps for $10,000

Walking 10,000 steps a day can be tough to find the time or motivation for—but you’d probably do it for $10,000.

The Reason You Should Never Pet a Service Dog

Noble working doggos practically scream for scratches, but you must resist the urge.

Finland’s Happiness Masterclass Is a Free 4-Day Trip to a Luxury Resort—Here’s How to Apply

The world’s happiest country wants to teach us all how to live more like Finns.

Known as the "sea of trees," Japan's Aokigahara forest has a grim history.

15 Eerie Facts About Japan’s Suicide Forest

Some visitors have chosen Japan’s Aokigahara, or ‘suicide forest,’ as the setting for their final moments—walking in with no intention of ever walking out.

These light boxes are UV-free and offer 10,000 lux of light.

Seasonal Depression Got You Down? These Highly Rated Light Boxes Could Help You Out

These Verilux light boxes meet the Mayo Clinic’s recommendations for light therapy and could help if you’re coping with seasonal depression.

8 Scientific Benefits of Love

Love can have some pretty great perks: the emotion offers mental and physical benefit to our bodies. Here are eight aspects of life that get a boost when our hearts are full.

ADHD can’t be diagnosed from a stock photo.

Misconceptions About ADHD

ADHD, or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, is one of the more misunderstood mental health conditions in popular culture.

Hieronymous Bosch, 'Cutting Out the Stone of Madness' (c. 1501-1505), now in the Museo del Prado

13 Fascinating Facts About Lobotomies

Dig in for the dark story of an ethically dubious medical practice that fortunately fell out of fashion.

7 Common Misconceptions About Drugs

Do bath salts turn you into a cannibal? Can caffeine actually sober you up? We debunk a few misconceptions about drugs.

This man is bursting with totally organic happiness.

Can Faking a Smile Actually Make You Happier? Scientists Think They Know the Answer

A new study led by Stanford challenges the “fake it ’til you make it“ theory.

A happy baby enjoying a beach day in Hawaii.

These Are America’s 20 Happiest States in 2022

Well-being, work life, and community are just a few of the factors that contribute to the happiness of a state’s residents.

Here’s How to Hide Your Likes on Instagram

Not everyone wants to see how their Instagram posts stack up against their peers. Luckily, there's an easy way to hide like counts from your feed.

These Are the 25 Happiest Countries, According to the 2022 World Happiness Report

What’s the happiest country in the world? For the fifth consecutive year, it's Finland—and its Nordic neighbors are doing well, too.

The 25 Happiest Cities in America

Scoring high marks in income, health, and environment, these are the U.S. cities to move to if you want a better chance at happiness.

Does Breathing Into a Paper Bag While Hyperventilating Actually Help?

The next time someone hands you a paper bag to breathe into during a panic attack, you’ll know what to do—or what not to do.

An 18th-century painting of an exorcism.

6 Chilling Historical Exorcisms

Exorcism has a fascinating, unsettling history, and it’s left an indelible mark on pop culture thanks to films like 1973's 'The Exorcist.' Here are six historical exorcisms that are every bit as chilling as anything Hollywood can produce.

The 10 Most Stressed Out States in America

According to data from Twitter users, the most stressed out people in the country live in these 10 states.

Massacre on the Mary Russell: When a 19th-Century Ship Captain Murdered His Crew

“The curse of God is upon you all!” Captain Stewart bellowed. Then, he methodically bludgeoned seven sailors to death with a crowbar.

COVID Anxiety Syndrome: 5 Tips for Getting Back Out There After Social Distancing

Whether you're suffering from 'COVID anxiety syndrome' or plain social awkwardness, here are some tips for readjusting to your previous daily routines.

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7 Fascinating Facts About Winston Churchill

Although Winston Churchill is best known as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during World War II, Churchill had plenty of other accomplishments beyond his political and military endeavors.

Starbucks is saying thank you in typical Starbucks fashion.

Starbucks Is Giving Free Coffee to Frontline COVID-19 Workers All Month Long

Starbucks is saying thank you to frontline workers helping the country through the coronavirus pandemic with the gift of free coffee throughout December.

6 Effective Tips for Coping With Panic Attacks

Though every person and every panic attack is different, there are some simple tricks you can use to help lessen the severity of your symptoms.

A gondola ride in Venice sounds as tranquil as it looks.

Take a Virtual Vacation With Relaxing Sounds From 50 Travel Destinations Around the World

Nature sounds, wave sounds, even city sounds—here’s background noise from whichever vacation you wish you were on.

Breaking bad habits requires a little more than just willpower.

The Best Way to Break a Bad Habit, According to the Experts

Stopping something as inconsequential as biting your nails or as serious as drinking too much requires perseverance and planning.

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