Experience Life : Whole Life

Cash Conscious

Jamie Martin — 2010-03-01

Financial therapist Bari Tessler-Linden helps people manage their money by first exploring their thoughts, values and beliefs.

The Unplugged Vacation

Laurel Kallenbach — 2010-03-01

Want to come home from your next vacation feeling more deeply revived? Leave your tech gadgets - and habits - at home.

Health on a Budget

Joseph Hart — 2010-03-01

OK, money's tight. But your health is invaluable. So where can you scrimp, and where should you spend wisely? Here's how to make the money-saving decisions that are right for your budget - and your body.

Workday Workouts

Alisa Bowman — 2010-03-01

Yes, you're busy. But that doesn't mean you can't find time for fitness. Here's how to squeeze in a series of invigorating activities that turn wasted moments into body-strengthening mini-workouts.

The Paycheck Trap

Jon Spayde — 2010-03-01

Disenchanted with your job? Can't imagine living without your current income? Here's how to ease the stress of feeling tied to a ho-hum career.

The Ultimate Day Off

Eliza Sarasohn — 2010-03-01

Turn off your phone, ignore your inbox, forget the chores, and enjoy a day of real rest and rejuvenation.

Faked Fitness

Experience Life Staff — 2010-03-01

An evolutionary biologist explains why we spend a fortune trying to fake health, fitness and other desirable traits - and why our efforts are rarely convincing.

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.

2010-03-01

- Winston Churchill

We must make the choices that enable us to fulfill the deepest capacities of our real selves.

2010-02-01

- Thomas Merton

Resolutions Workshop 2010: Action!

Erin Peterson — 2010-02-01

Looking to reach some major goals this year? These practical, right-now steps can help you build the momentum you need to make steady progress - starting today.

A Grand Adventure

Sarah Tuff — 2010-02-01

Test your physical strength on a trek below the rim of one of America's most challenging natural wonders: the Grand Canyon.

Speaking Your Truth

Jon Spayde — 2010-02-01

Voicing your opinions can be uncomfortable. Here's how to speak your mind when it counts.

Beauty Beheld

2010-02-01

Cindy Joseph shares insights on self-image, changing definitions of beauty and her three decades working in the most appearance-conscious businesses on the planet.

Back on Schedule

2010-02-01

When you have too much on your plate, everything suffers. Here's how to stop overscheduling and recapture your sanity.

The Right Way to Fail

Eliza Sarasohn — 2010-02-01

Social psychologists are just starting to discover what the sages have known for centuries: Failure can fuel insight and serve as a springboard to higher levels of achievement and success - if we learn to embrace its brighter side.

A Natural Fit

Laine Bergeson — 2009-12-01

Living a healthy and sustainable life comes naturally to Ted Ning, which makes him well-suited to his job - promoting Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability to like-minded millions.

Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius — and a lot of courage — to move in the opposite direction.

2009-12-01

– Albert Einstein

Altruism Afoot

Laurel Kallenbach — 2009-12-01

Help others and recharge your own batteries on a getaway that gives back.

Flu Fears

Jon Spayde — 2009-12-01

Feeling panicky about pandemics? Here's how to ease your worry while taking practical steps to stay safe.

What to Let Go

Erin Peterson — 2009-12-01

Hanging on to too much old stuff just because it has “sentimental value” can weigh you down. These smart decluttering strategies help you clear space while still honoring the memories that matter.

3 Easy Questions

Matthew Solan — 2009-12-01

Get a new view of your life - and your self - using the Japanese art of Naikan.

Do Less, Accomplish More

Marc Lesser — 2009-12-01

Daily practices for a calmer, more productive life - and relief from chronic busyness.

Core Value

Laine Bergeson — 2009-11-01

Pilates changed Brooke Siler's body - and her life. Now, helping others transform themselves for the better has become her life's work.

A Centered Approach

Erin Peterson — 2009-11-01

Conscious eating and smart relaxation techniques tamed Maya Nelson's out-of-control eating habits and empowered her to take a more holistic, sustainable approach to her health.

Design Your Own Retreat

Laurel Kallenbach — 2009-11-01

Looking for the perfect getaway? Choose from an à la carte menu of activities and therapies offered at today's leading spas and wellness centers.

Holiday Overload

Jon Spayde — 2009-11-01

Are holiday obligations stressing you out? Here's how to cope.

Relationship Revival

Courtney Helgoe — 2009-11-01

Even the best relationships can get dulled by time and drained by stress. Happily, there are simple ways to renew your bond - no matter how long you've been together.

Beyond Perfect

Tal Ben-Shahar — 2009-11-01

When you retire your perfectionist tendencies, you can start living a richer, happier life. Here's how to get started.

Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.

2009-11-01

- Etty Hillesum

A Dog's Best Friend

Laine Bergeson — 2009-10-01

As a kid, John Garcia depended on a canine pal who always seemed to see the best in him. Today, he returns the favor by helping dogs deemed “unadoptable” become their best selves - and find loving, forever homes.

Overcome Your Upper Limits

Gay Hendricks, PhD — 2009-10-01

Each one of us carries ingrained, unconscious ideas of just how happy and successful we can be. Celebrated psychologist and author Gay Hendricks explains that by learning to identify and transcend these self-imposed “Upper Limits,” we can expand our potential for happiness and abundance in extraordinary ways.

Dare to Dream

Kelle Walsh — 2009-10-01

Athletic fantasies become reality at these sports-immersion schools.

The Morning Rush

Jon Spayde — 2009-10-01

Had enough of frenzied, crazy-making mornings? Here's how to start your days more sanely - and enjoy energy-boosting benefits all day long.

Right Risk

Bill Treasurer — 2009-10-01

A former high diver shares lessons from the edge.

Map Your Mind

Michael Gelb — 2009-10-01

Want to improve your ability to capture ideas and cultivate new insights? Mind mapping lets you organize thoughts and see new connections.

If I were to wish for anything, I should not wish for wealth and power, but for the passionate sense of potential, for the eye which, ever young and ardent, sees the possible.

2009-10-01

- Søren Kierkegaard

Ride Away

Laurel Kallenbach — 2009-09-01

Looking for an exhilarating way your whole family can explore the great outdoors together? Consider an unforgettably fun horseback-riding adventure.

Pact Mentality

Erin Peterson — 2009-09-01

A good fitness pact can help you (and a friend or two) achieve your health and fitness goals.

Saying No to Your Kids

Jon Spayde — 2009-09-01

Dealing with your kids' endless requests for cash, games, etc., can be stressful. Here's how to take a more balanced approach - and teach them better fiscal values.

The Things We Remember

Michael J. Gelb — 2009-09-01

Want to build intimacy in your primary relationships? Harness the power of memory.

New Baby, New Priorities

Jamie Martin — 2009-09-01

How actress-athlete Maxine Bahns and her husband, Patrick Watson, are navigating first-time parenthood.

Good Sport

Gina DeMillo Wagner — 2009-09-01

We tell our kids to play fair, to be team players. But are we practicing what we preach?

Nobody has ever measured, not even poets, how much a heart can hold.

2009-09-01

- Zelda Fitzgerald

Good Green Fun

Laine Bergeson — 2009-08-01

How two kindred spirits launched a Web phenomenon and found a work-life balance that works for them.

Give Yourself a Break

Experience Life Staff — 2009-08-01

Smart, super-practical reasons to build more idleness, downtime and moments of enjoyment into your busy life.

Tag Team

Kelle Walsh — 2009-08-01

Relay adventures combine fun and friends with a daunting athletic challenge.

"You're No Fun Anymore"

Jon Spayde — 2009-08-01

Stressed by the thought that your sense of whimsy is gone forever? Here's how to reconnect with your playful side and learn to laugh again.

Power Play

Heidi Losleben with reporting by Erin Peterson — 2009-08-01

We leave many things behind as we mature. Our sense of play shouldn't be one of them.

Ha Ha!, Ah! and Ahh!

Michael J. Gelb — 2009-08-01

Enjoying humor and engaging in laughter have serious - and positive - consequences for our health, happiness and chances for success. Here's the lowdown on laughter and how you can trigger its practical benefits in your own life.

Often the hands will solve a mystery that the intellect has struggled with in vain.

2009-08-01

- Carl Jung

A Legacy of Her Own

Jamie Martin — 2009-06-01

Alexandra Cousteau continues her legendary family's work with an eye toward protecting and conserving our most endangered ecosystems.

Dune Trek

Bob Cooper — 2009-06-01

Looking for a fresh way to push your physical limits in an ever-changing and otherworldly environment? Dune hiking can challenge even the fittest athletes.

Stuck Inside

Jon Spayde — 2009-06-01

Yearning to get out into nature, but burdened by your to-do list? Here are some hints for giving yourself some quality time outdoors.

You, Unplugged

Courtney Helgoe — 2009-06-01

Feeling caught in the electrical current? Maybe it's time to connect to the real world.

Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.

2009-06-01

- Rachel Carson

Peak Performance

Suzy Frisch — 2009-06-01

With her sights set on the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Kris McKinney got back into shape, reclaimed her confidence and found a new zest for life.

Tough Love

Kaeti Hinck — 2009-05-01

Author and veganism advocate Rory Freedman isn't afraid to get in your face about animal rights, but what she really wants is for you to be as happy and healthy as she is.

Disappearing Destinations

Laurel Kallenbach — 2009-05-01

Many of the world's most spectacular landscapes are vanishing because of climate change, spurring concerned visitors to experience and protect them before it's too late.

On the Defensive

Jon Spayde — 2009-05-01

Feel like everyone is cutting you down, even when they're not? Here's how to respond - rather than react - to perceived criticism.

Time to Connect

Sarah Moran — 2009-05-01

Is a hectic work life taking up all your time and energy, leaving little or nothing for your loved ones? Here's how - and why - to create space for the relationships that matter most.

The ability to perceive or think differently is more important than the knowledge gained.

2009-05-01

- David Bohm

The Smarter Choice

Helen Cordes — 2009-05-01

Research suggests that many of the decisions we make are both irrational and counterproductive. Find out how small changes in behavior can lead you to more-effective choices, and better results.

The Better Good Life: An Essay on Personal Sustainability

Pilar Gerasimo — 2009-04-01

When we hear the word “sustainability,” we tend to think in terms of the environment and natural resources. But sustainability principles are equally relevant to other parts of our lives, including our health, happiness and collective well-being. For those of us seeking a more satisfying and sustainable way of life, nature's lessons about what works - and what doesn't - can help point the way.

Wise Investment

Anjula Razdan — 2009-04-01

Ecologist Josh Donlan fuels his innovative conservation policies with a deep and abiding passion for all things outdoors.

Into the Wild

Laurel Kallenbach — 2009-04-01

Build your outdoor survival skills - and reconnect with nature - on an educational wilderness adventure.

Eco-Stress

Jon Spayde — 2009-04-01

Worried about the state of the planet, and the prospects for our future on it? Here's how to manage the stress caused by environmental concerns.

Clear a Surface, Clear Your Vision

Carole J. Hyder — 2009-04-01

A feng shui expert explains why cluttered desks, tables and countertops may be all that's standing between you and your next big thing.

When Less is Enough

Joseph Hart — 2009-04-01

In an environment of economic contraction, many of us are looking for meaningful ways to cut back. Here's good advice on how to get by with a little less, and enjoy it more.

"Live simply so that others may simply live."

2009-04-01

- Mahatma Gandhi

A Mind for Money

Laine Bergeson — 2009-03-01

Personal experience led finance guru Jean Chatzky to discover the deep link between financial security and a healthy, happy life. Now she's helping the rest of us make the connection.

Out From Under: Escaping the Burdens of Debt Stress

Catherine Guthrie — 2009-03-01

The worry, distraction and shame associated with debt can take an emotional and physical toll on our health. Here's a look at the confounding factors that make debt such an oppressive source of stress, and some tips on how you can break free.

Personal Best: Fitness Training for Career Success

Gina DeMillo Wagner — 2009-03-01

Professional athletes train hard to bringtheir best selves to their sports. What if we didthe same thing as a way of winning big at work?

Nothing is less productive than to make more efficient what should not be done at all.

2009-03-01

- Peter Drucker

Reinventing the Way We Work

Jon Spayde — 2009-03-01

Had enough of an office grind that demands all of your time and offers little flexibility or freedom? You may be destined to become part of a win-win workplace revolution - one that's improving work-life balance and morale for employees and delivering improved results for the companies that employ them.

Time, Sweet Time

Joseph Hart — 2009-03-01

Teresa Watkins found out the hard way how an out-of-balance schedule can suck the joy out of life. Now she helps her clients, her family and herself savor every minute.

Homeward Bound

Kelle Walsh — 2009-03-01

Sometimes the best vacations are staycations. Here's how to find active adventures in the place you call home.

In Your Care

Jon Spayde — 2009-03-01

Bearing financial responsibility for an elderly parent creates both emotional and budgetary burdens. Here's how to open up communication and reclaim your peace of mind.

Penny-Wise Wisdom

Erin Peterson — 2009-03-01

When the economy takes a hit, we're prone to making panicked decisions about money. Here are four common money mistakes people make in lean times - and how to avoid them.

Compassionate Communication

Lindsey Dickinson — 2009-03-01

When we pay attention to the words we use and the way we use them, we improve the odds of strengthening and deepening our most meaningful relationships.

An Appetite for Change

Anjula Razdan — 2009-02-01

Best-selling author and TV host Ellie Krieger found a personal balance between good health and delicious food. Now she's committed to helping others make a breakthrough.

New Lease on Life

Suzy Frisch — 2009-02-01

In the midst of motivation-sapping malaise, Bernie Armada discovered a life-changing personal-development program and embraced a life of intention.

Resolutions Workshop 2009: One Step at a Time

Erin Peterson — 2009-02-01

Lofty goals all begin with a single step. Here's how to plan - and sustain - the small changes that matter.

Journey to Self-Discovery

Laurel Kallenbach — 2009-02-01

Life-visioning retreats can free you from your routine, spark new revelations about how you really want to live and equip you with a plan to get there.

Energy Plan

Joseph Hart — 2009-02-01

All the time in the world won't help you achieve your goals if you're too run down to pursue them. Here's how to manage your energy - and your sanity.

In Transition

Jon Spayde — 2009-02-01

Major transitions can produce unanticipated stress. Here's how to help remedy the anxieties presented by big changes.

Shadow Dancing

Courtney Helgoe — 2009-02-01

Most of us struggle to obscure the unflattering personality traits that define our dark side - and too often, we ignore its gifts. Here's how to best use the sense of wisdom and strengths our “shadow self” has to offer.

The important thing is this: To be able at any moment to sacrifice what we are for what we could become.

2009-02-01

– Charles DuBois

How to Battle Your Inner Critic and Win

Jacquelyn B. Fletcher — 2009-02-01

How one woman's weight struggle inspired her to confront her limiting thoughts - and discover a powerful tool for personal growth in the process.

Sensory Perception

Jamie Martin — 2008-12-01

On Extreme Makeover: Home Edition - and in his life - designer Eduardo Xol creates spaces that appeal to the senses, and to his own notion of what living well is really about.

Executive Decision

Erin Peterson — 2008-12-01

Tom Tiller took his CEO lifestyle in a healthier direction and found his work and family life transformed.

A Real Pleasure

Experience Life Staff — 2008-12-01

When it comes to creating the conditions for optimal health, we know that managing stress is important. But it turns out that dealing with our anxieties and negative emotional reactions is only half the battle. Discover why an ample supply of enjoyable, positive experiences is equally essential to your well-being - and how you can go about giving life's pleasures the healthy emphasis they deserve.

Latitude Adjustment

Sarah Tuff — 2008-12-01

Feeling frozen out of your favorite outdoor activities? A warm-weather paddling, climbing or cycling getaway and a change of scenery may help you beat the winter blahs.

Body Positive

Alyssa Ford — 2008-12-01

Turn your body loathing into body loving.

So Little Time

Jon Spayde — 2008-12-01

How to identify and remedy the stress caused by chronic overscheduling and time poverty.

Beauty and vitality are gifts from nature for those who live according to her laws.

2008-12-01

- Leonardo da Vinci

The Wanting Mind

Joseph Hart — 2008-12-01

Whether we're yearning for another cup of coffee or a better job, we spend a lot of time and energy just wanting. Here's how to observe - and calm - the endless tide of want that can catch us in its undertow.

Miracle Worker

Kaeti Hinck — 2008-11-01

A healthy and happy life is within your reach, says Marianne Williamson - if you're willing to change your way of thinking.

Survival Tactics

Erin Peterson — 2008-11-01

Exercise helped Wendy Rahn beat breast cancer. Now she's helping other survivors realize the importance of staying active during their own recovery.

Rediscover Your Inner Athlete

Laurel Kallenbach — 2008-11-01

Ok, so maybe you're no longer in your athletic prime. That doesn't mean you can't recast yourself in a new athletic role. Learn the art of inventing a right-for-right-now fitness identity.

Total Immersion

Bob Cooper — 2008-11-01

The hot-spring spas in these three towns offer a restorative reprieve after fun-filled days of adventure.

Gloomy Gripers

Jon Spayde — 2008-11-01

How to remedy the stress of being subjected to the negativity of a chronic complainer.

The Blame Game

Courtney Helgoe — 2008-11-01

We all succumb to finger pointing from time to time, but targeting others rarely produces good results. Here's how you can move from fault-finding to empowered problem solving.

Simple Celebrations

Joseph Hart — 2008-11-01

With all the scheduling and traveling, errands, and obligations, the holidays can feel overwhelming. Here's how to simplify your season of celebration - and rediscover the peaceful soul of the season.

“We can always choose to perceive things differently. You can focus on what’s wrong in your life, or you can focus on what’s right.”

2008-11-01

- Marianne Williamson

An Artful Activist

Laine Bergeson — 2008-10-01

Majora Carter left a promising artistic career to fight environmental injustice in the South Bronx.

Rural Reprieve

Laurel Kallenbach — 2008-10-01

Discover the pleasures of farm life - and get insight into an important part of our food supply - on an agritourism adventure.

Lower Your Political Stress Level

Jon Spayde — 2008-10-01

A constant barrage of political advertising and infighting can raise your anxiety level. Here's how to calm down.

The Thoughtful Gift

Erin Peterson — 2008-10-01

Conscious gift giving can bring you more joy this holiday season.

Ours is not the task of fixing the entire world all at once, but of stretching out to mend the part of the world that is within our reach.

2008-10-01

- Clarissa Pinkola Estes, PhD

Get By, Get Better

Quinton Skinner — 2008-10-01

Tough economic times can actually foster healthier lives.

Smart Play

Laine Bergeson — 2008-09-01

Volleyball legend Gabrielle Reece blends fitness, family, fun - and an abiding mission: helping others embrace a healthier way of life.

A Trip for 2

Laurel Kallenbach — 2008-09-01

Head outdoors with your significant other for an active trip that challenges your body and revitalizes your relationship.

"You" Time

Jon Spayde — 2008-09-01

Lack of solitude can lead to increased stress and undermined health. Here's how to find some quality time - with yourself.

Divide and Conquer

Sarah Moran — 2008-09-01

Tired of nagging - or being nagged - about household chores? Try renegotiating your division of labor in a way that puts your relationship first.

Time for Health: How to Schedule (or Unschedule) Your Family Well

John de Graaf — 2008-09-01

A too-busy reality can run you and your loved ones ragged - and do real damage to your family's happiness in the process. Here's how to make time for the healthy priorities that really matter.

Teen Spirit

Joseph Hart — 2008-09-01

When we set aside the stereotypes we have about raising teenagers, we can better approach the real challenges that arise - and rediscover the joy in our relationships with our children.

A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality.

2008-09-01

- John Lennon

The Talk You Haven't Had

Alyssa Ford — 2008-08-01

We're all going to face end-of-life decisions eventually. Why not start talking about them now?

RAGBRAI!

Sarah Tuff — 2008-08-01

The annual ride across Iowa offers an exhilarating test of fitness and a large dose of Midwestern hospitality.

The Loneliness Trap

Jon Spayde — 2008-08-01

Feeling cut off from others can do more than make you sad - it can make you sick.

Reinventing Retirement

Sarah Moran — 2008-08-01

You work and work, and then what? Best case: You step into a reality designed around your passions and priorities. Here are some tips for making it happen - when and how you choose.

5 Ways to Practice Happiness

Joseph Hart — 2008-08-01

When it comes to the quest for greater happiness, waiting and hoping are out. Learning and practicing are in. Here's how to create your own happy reality - starting now.

Our lives are a sum total of the choices we have made.

2008-08-01

- Wayne Dyer

Mind-Body Adventure

Laurel Kallenbach — 2008-06-01

Blend mind-body practices with adrenaline-pumping sports, and you get a hybrid adventure that challenges you and keeps you grounded.

Pet Peeves

Jon Spayde — 2008-06-01

The little irritations we face every day can lead to dangerous levels of stress. Here's how to cope.

Virtual Assistant, Real Help

Greg Samza — 2008-06-01

Wishing you could outsource some time-consuming, annoying or boring tasks? With a virtual-assistant service you can. And help is only an email or phone call away.

The Skillful Life

Experience Life Staff — 2008-06-01

When it comes to enjoying a healthy, happy life, good intentions will get you just so far. You also need practical skills in a variety of areas - from health and fitness to relationships and finance. Here's an action plan for assessing and building the skill sets that matter most to you right now.

Gut Feelings

Alyssa Ford — 2008-06-01

By cultivating your intuitive skills, you'll be able to listen more closely to what your body is trying to tell you.

Sail Away

Sarah Tuff — 2008-05-01

Whether you want to learn the ropes or just feel the wind in your hair, sailing is an exhilarating - and affordable - getaway for the whole family.

Goodbye, Friend

Anjula Razdan — 2008-05-01

Saying ”so long” to a played-out friendship is never easy. Here's how to do it with grace.

One Tough Choice

Courtney Helgoe — 2008-05-01

When top values compete for your time and attention, how do you choose between them? Here are a few strategies to help you make tough decisions with confidence.

The 'Real' You

Sarah Moran — 2008-05-01

Clinging to outdated notions of who you are can keep you from reaching your full potential. Here's how to embrace your true self.

The Right Way to Ask

Sarah Moran — 2008-04-01

Master the art of asking for what you want, and you're a lot more likely to get the things that really matter.

All Over It: How to Eliminate Goal-Blocking Obstacles for Good

Courtney E. Martin — 2008-04-01

Is your resolve dissolving in the midst of setbacks and challenges? Here's how to spot the obstacles blocking your way - and then put them behind you.

Restore the Land, Restore Yourself

Laurel Kallenbach — 2008-04-01

Threatened native habitats offer an opportunity for service amid some of the country's most stunning landscapes.

"You've Changed"

Anjula Razdan — 2008-04-01

You'd like your loved ones to be happy and supportive about your positive life transformations. But what if they're not?

The Delegating Doctor Oz

Laine Bergeson — 2008-03-01

Best-selling author and surgeon Mehmet Oz is a world-renowned health expert, but he believes you can do part of his job better than he can.

Getting Past Perfect

Erin Peterson — 2008-03-01

As a busy company president and mother of three active children, Jean Kane has carved out better life balance - and deeper satisfaction - by making choices that sync with her core values.

No-Vacation Nation

John de Graaf — 2008-03-01

Americans are getting fewer and fewer days off. This lack of paid vacation, say many experts, doesn't just translate into less time spent at the beach. An unhealthy work-life balance affects not only our health and well-being, but our families and our society as a whole. Here's what we can do about it.

Escape the Office

Kelle Walsh — 2008-03-01

An off-site team experience that focuses on rest and relaxation may be just what you and your colleagues need to rekindle your energy - and your team spirit.

The Bully at Work

Anjula Razdan — 2008-03-01

A workplace bully can wreak havoc on not just your job but your personal life, too. The good news? You don't have to suffer in silence.

Get Creative

Jon Spayde — 2008-03-01

Expressing your creativity is an important part of living, growing and becoming your best self. Here's why creativity matters - and how to bring more of it back into your everyday world.

Getting to No

Colby Johnson — 2008-03-01

Trying to please everybody all the time can result in a life lived in half measures. Learning to say no can bring you new focus and fulfillment.

Ditching Disposables

Kaeti Hinck — 2008-02-01

And other news and notes: simple childhood treats that can help you refuel post-workout; the downside of too much TV before bed; and the benefits of exercising just three days a week.

Resolutions Workshop 2008: Support Tactics

Alyssa Ford — 2008-02-01

You've crafted your New Year's resolutions with care. Now comes the tricky part: translating intention into action - ideally, the ongoing kind. For this, you need more than a wing and a prayer. You need pragmatic support systems and the good sense to put them to work.

A Trip in Good Taste

Debra Bokur — 2008-02-01

Take a culinary vacation to learn about healthier, more creative ways to cook - and discover the culture, history and geography behind what you eat.

Conscious Bookkeeping

Courtney Helgoe — 2008-02-01

Determined to take charge of your finances this year? Having trouble sticking to a budget - or balancing your checkbook? Try Conscious Bookkeeping.

A Change for the Better

Jamie Martin — 2008-02-01

Natural lifestyle expert Sara Snow shares her lifelong experience of healthy eating and simple living in hopes of empowering others to make more rewarding and sustainable choices.

Stop Storing Stress

Karen Olson — 2008-02-01

Say goodbye to your stored-up stuff and you'll not only reduce your stress levels - you'll create space in your life for new experiences and possibilities.

Embrace a Bold Vision

Erin Peterson — 2008-02-01

Envision your ideal reality. Be willing to adjust your action plan. Then harness the power of hope to build a better life - and a better world.

Pulling Together

Kelle Walsh — 2007-12-01

Escape with your dog to snowy climes this winter and discover the fast-paced and exhilarating sport of skijoring.

Health and Justice for All

Laine Bergeson — 2007-12-01

Van Jones works to bring a clean environment and a healthy way of life to the urban poor.

When Something's Gotta Give

Joseph Hart — 2007-12-01

How do you choose between all the good things going on in your life? By clarifying your values and learning to let go.

Live Better With Less

Mark Matousek — 2007-12-01

If you think the road to satisfaction is paved with material wealth, author Bill KcKibben says you're headed down the wrong path.

Learning to Sit Still

Patrick Downes — 2007-12-01

Whether you're at home or the office, whether you have five minutes or 20, you can meditate. Really. Here's a beginner's guide.

Down(hill) but Not Out

Kaeti Hinck — 2007-11-01

Olympic downhill skier Lindsey Kildow has faced some daunting injuries. But her strong spirit and her willingness to take time to heal have kept her coming out on top.

Healing Journeys

Laurel Kallenbach — 2007-11-01

Taking a retreat - in the great outdoors or at a relaxing spa - can help you weather the trials of life with more ease and more peace.

You Snooze, You Win

Sarah Moran — 2007-11-01

Getting enough sleep is essential to health, happiness and productivity. Here's how to give your slumber the priority it deserves.

Shame Shifting

Andi McDaniel — 2007-11-01

Feelings of shame cut deep. Healing the wounds shame leaves behind delivers profound relief - and the gift of deeper self-understanding.

Tend and Befriend

Anjula Razdan — 2007-11-01

“Fight or flight” may be seen as the traditional choice when faced with stress, but your real response may depend on your gender.

Discovery Zone

Laine Bergeson — 2007-10-01

For supermodel Cheryl Tiegs, the real beauty in life comes from seeking adventure, embracing new challenges and making healthy balance a lifelong priority.

Your Parents, Yourself

Patrick Downes — 2007-10-01

When your aging parents aren't living as healthfully as you'd like, it can create a stressful situation – for them and you. Here's how to cope.

A Source of Strength

Erin Peterson — 2007-10-01

When her mother died, Patty Masters decided to relaunch her life.

A Life of Adventure

Bob Cooper — 2007-10-01

Adventure-travel opportunities for the over-50 crowd are rapidly expanding. Here's how to hook up with a trip that's just right for you.

Everyday Diplomacy

Joseph Hart — 2007-10-01

Negotiation skills are not just for high-powered executives; they can help you improve your personal relationships while preserving your values.

A Better Birth

Kara Douglass Thom — 2007-09-01

Medical interventions have their place. But simpler, healthier birthing options abound – and they're becoming more popular. Want to make your pregnancy and labor as safe and empowering as possible? Consider your choices, including the birthing partners, plans and environments that suit you best.

Passing It On

Jen Sinkler — 2007-09-01

Exercise specialist Erin O'Brien embodies her mission to empower healthy moms and healthy kids.

Gung-Ho Guy Trips

Kermit Pattison — 2007-09-01

Dude-only vacations can bring guys closer and yield benefits far beyond simple camaraderie.

Play Together, Stay Together

Alyssa Ford — 2007-09-01

Having fun with your partner can bring you closer -and keep you closer over time.

Kindhearted Kids

Joseph Hart — 2007-09-01

Teach your children to share the wealth - and watch the dividends accrue.

Stop Seeking Love and Start Finding It

Anne Geske — 2007-09-01

Dissatisfied with your relationships? Longing for greater closeness and appreciation from others? Maybe you're working a little too hard to win the happiness already within your grasp.

Wilderness Lessons

Jack Armstrong — 2007-08-01

Can you make a fire without matches? Build a shelter with no tools? Track a small animal across a forest? At today's wilderness and survival schools, these skills aren't lost arts. They're tomorrow's lesson plans.

Five Elements for Five Seasons

Karen Olson — 2007-08-01

How getting in touch with wood, fire, earth, metal and water can improve your health.

On the Edge

Laine Bergeson — 2007-08-01

Adventurer Will Gadd scales rocks and kayaks choppy waters to deepen his connection with nature – and to spread the message that outdoor spaces are worth saving.

Live and Learn

Erin Peterson — 2007-08-01

An active mind and a quest for knowledge can pay healthy dividends – now and in the future.

Strong Medicine

Experience Life Staff — 2007-08-01

When we stop focusing on our weaknesses and start playing to our strengths we can transform our lives.

Psychogeography: The Art of Stress-Free Strolling

Anne Geske — 2007-08-01

Stuck in a rut? "Psygeo" helps you explore your neighborhood - and your mind.

Breaking Away

Teri Cettina — 2007-08-01

No longer content to simply watch, more and more Americans are traveling to the Tour de France to ride.

Born to Run

Laine Bergeson — 2007-06-01

Whether piling up the training miles or racing against the world's top middle-distance runners, Olympian Carrie Tollefson just loves to run.

Vitality!

Catherine Guthrie — 2007-06-01

Has modern life depleted your vitality? Here's how to reclaim it.

Community Matters

Jon Spayde — 2007-06-01

A strong sense of community adds real value to our lives. It not only helps us feel more connected to the world around us, it also makes a measurable difference in our happiness – and our health.

Body Camp

Kelle Walsh — 2007-06-01

Bring your athletic skills to the next level. Take your body and mind on a learning adventure. Attention campers: Your fitness-immersion experience is about to begin.

Listening to Jealousy

Julie Hanus — 2007-06-01

Jealousy is a feeling that few of us welcome. But by noticing the messages that underlie our jealous feelings, we stand to discover a great deal about ourselves – and the unrecognized desires that may be trying to get our attention.

The Art of Reiki

Sarah Moran — 2007-06-01

The ancient healing practice of Reiki can help you feel more balanced and relaxed. Discover what this alternative treatment entails – and the many other benefits it can bestow.

Tolerate Less

Rich Broderick — 2007-06-01

When we stop putting up with the annoyances and energy drains in our daily lives, we start enjoying new clarity, vitality and satisfaction.

Start Seeing Toxins

Alyssa Ford — 2007-05-01

Toxic chemicals surround us –often in the places we'd least suspect. Want to protect your body, your home and your world from harmful pollutants? Start by knowing where to look.

Take Me to the River

Kelle Walsh — 2007-05-01

America's waterways inspire adventure and devotion.

Mind Over Mess

Wanda Urbanska — 2007-05-01

How clearing out the clutter in your space can help you clear your head, too.

True Cost

Greg Samza — 2007-05-01

When we begin to account for the "true cost" of our everyday purchases and choices, apparent bargains can become expensive indeed.

Better Than Ever

Elizabeth Noll — 2007-05-01

When Steve Sticha realized he was eating for three, he revamped his meal plan and his way of life.

Real Alignment

Laine Bergeson — 2007-05-01

Simran Sethi traveled the globe looking for ways to combine her passion for sustainability with her talent for storytelling.

Oceans Away

Laine Bergeson — 2007-04-01

The world's oceans deserve more attention, says Philippe Cousteau Jr. So he's using his famous name and his gift for storytelling to raise the oceans' profile - and, he hopes, to ensure a better future for the planet.

The New View of Health

Experience Life with reporting by Kelly Grace — 2007-04-01

Once perceived as the domain of medical experts tasked with keeping our symptoms at bay, the realm of personal healthcare has expanded. It now includes broader definitions, more integrated, preventive approaches – and, perhaps most important, us.

Earth-Friendly Forays

Laurel Kallenbach — 2007-04-01

Outdoor excursions restore and rejuvenate your body, but if you travel with the environment in mind, your vacation can also help restore some of the world's most pristine wilderness.

Definitely Doable

David Allen — 2007-04-01

Tired of making lists and then losing them in a pile of other lists? Try this proven, five-step approach to getting closure on the daily things that matter most.

Trance-Formation

Patrick Downes — 2007-04-01

Hypnosis may sound magical and mysterious, but it's gaining real-life respect as a practical and powerful tool for healing.

Direct Your Attention

Gregg Krech — 2007-04-01

Forget multitasking. Forget autopilot. The biggest rewards come from skillfully focusing our attention on just one thing at a time.

Striking a Balance

Kelly Grace — 2007-03-01

Most of us know we work too much and rest too little. We long for balance. But with the pressures and pace of modern life always at our back, how do we step off this crazy merry-go-round? Here, we outline the top three barriers to achieving work-life balance – and offer practical wisdom for overcoming them.

Put Stress in Its Place

Anjula Razdan — 2007-03-01

Tired of feeling victimized by stress? Learn how to transform it into something manageable – an perhaps even make it your friend.

What I Learned at the Spa

Kelle Walsh — 2007-03-01

Today's destination spas don't just pamper your body. They expand your horizons – and change your life.

On the Other Side of Right

Alyssa Ford — 2007-03-01

Feeling hermetically sealed in your own opinions? Opening your mind to other viewpoints can deepen your personal wisdom and broaden your horizons.

On Sabbatical

Andi McDaniel — 2007-03-01

An extended break from work can improve your health, happiness - even your career performance. And it can be done.

Balancing Act

Laine Bergeson — 2007-03-01

Life coach and author Cheryl Richardson explains why taking care of business first requires taking care of you.

Resolutions Workshop '07

Anjula Razdan — 2007-02-01

Connect with your potential. Stretch your limits. Embrace your chosen future.

Winter in Yellowstone

Kelle Walsh — 2007-02-01

Avoid the warm-weather crowds. Experience nature in all her frozen glory.

Where Fitness Fits In

Kara Douglass Thom — 2007-02-01

In the context of other life priorities – such as career and family – sometimes our workout plans have to give a little. But how much, and for how long?

The Mind's Eye

Patrick Downes — 2007-02-01

Relax with guided imagery.

The Art of Doing Nothing

Craig Cox — 2007-02-01

We tend to think of inspiration as the arrival of new ideas coming to us from the outside. But inspiration also emerges from inside of us - very often when we've eliminated the distractions that keep it at bay.

Going Up

Laine Bergeson — 2007-02-01

How Annabelle Bond found personal inspiration in the world's seven tallest peaks.

The Urge to Splurge

Alyssa Ford — 2006-12-01

Emotion-induced shopping may seem harmless, but letting your feelings take over your wallet could end up costing you more than money.

Get Grateful

Karen Olson — 2006-12-01

Boost your health, hope and happiness with a powerful dose of gratitude.

Sacred Roads

Laurel Kallenbach — 2006-12-01

Looking for an adventure of a higher order? A pilgrimage can challenge your stamina while nourishing your spirit.

Centering Lessons (Part 2)

Matthew Sanford — 2006-12-01

Author Matthew Sanford shares more secrets for reuniting body and mind.

Artistic Odyssey

Laurel Kallenbach — 2006-11-01

Rediscover your creativity. Embark on an adventure that blends outdoor explorations with artistic pursuits. Your expressive side is calling . . .

Seeking the Stillness

Cheryl Richardson — 2006-11-01

Frazzled? Scattered? A few moments of meditative silence can ground you in peace and calmness for the rest of the day.

Centering Lessons (Part 1 of 2)

Matthew Sanford — 2006-11-01

Healing himself after a body-paralyzing accident taught Matthew Sanford many secrets of mind-body integration. They are secrets he wants to share.

De-Stress Your Driving

Eliza Thomas — 2006-10-01

Does getting behind the wheel make you anxious or angry? Embark on the road to relaxation with these commute-improving tips.

Busy Bodies

Kelly Grace — 2006-10-01

Life in the fast lane might be exciting, but are you living quickly at the expense of living deeply? Learn how to say "no" to busyness and "yes" to what really matters.

A Glacial Pace

Monte Paulsen — 2006-10-01

One of Alaska's main attractions, Glacier Bay is prime wilderness - a sensory experience to be savored, not rushed.

Three Deep Breaths

Experience Life Staff — 2006-10-01

Want a quick way to transform your reality? Start by breathing in focus, discovery and possibility - then see the world through different eyes.

The Mommy Track

Elizabeth Noll — 2006-10-01

When Michelle Stark made the commitment to get healthy, she started shedding pounds - and the myths of what it means to be a mother.

Health: A Family Value

Kermit Pattison — 2006-09-01

Raising a healthy family requires wisdom, determination – and a willingness to take the high road when convenience and convention beckon. Start with these healthy habits and you'll be well on your way.

Father and Son

Joseph Hart — 2006-09-01

The connection a man has with his father shapes his life. Which is why every adult son must choose how that relationship will – or won't – define him.

Adventure Seekers

Kelle Walsh — 2006-09-01

Why head for an overbuilt tourist trap? Natural beauty, family bonding and active adventures await when you go in search of the unexpected.

Surviving Teen Stress

Andi McDaniel — 2006-09-01

Teenhood can be tough. But with a solid dose of compassion and some savvy coping skills, you can help your teen - and your family - survive these years with grace.

At Home in Your House

Karen Olson — 2006-09-01

Want to enjoy more and better family time? Start by creating space for it. Learn how to lay the groundwork for the activities and interactions that matter.

Forever Young

Eliza Thomas — 2006-08-01

Extreme adventurer and educator Dan Buettner has broken world records, cycled the globe and sought answers to some of humankind's greatest mysteries. Now he sets his sights on a new frontier: unearthing the secrets of healthy longevity.

Point-to-Point Appeal

Laurel Kallenbach — 2006-08-01

Adventure by day, comfort by night. If you want to hike, cycle, paddle or ski farther – and see more of your chosen destination – a point-to-point adventure tour is a great way to go.

The Magic of Mentoring

Karen Olson — 2006-08-01

Mentor or be mentored. Either way, you gain valuable wisdom and experience – and a meaningful personal connection. The best thing about mentoring? There's something in it for everyone.

The Long View

Wanda Urbanska — 2006-08-01

Planning for the next month is one thing. Planning for 20 years down the road is entirely different. Here's why shaping your chosen future is most definitely worth the stretch, and how you can get started, now.

Nature Quest

Karen Olson — 2006-06-01

Fresh air. Open sky. The beauty of the horizon. Most of us wish we could spend more time outside enjoying nature's gifts. Now, a growing body of research is giving us even more compelling reasons to heed those desires. Discover why time spent in nature is time wisely invested in personal well-being.

The Dark Fantastic

Monte Paulsen — 2006-06-01

To explore the earth's deepest, darkest secrets, consider traveling to earth's deepest, darkest places. Discover the draw of caving, and decide if you, too, want to probe to new depths.

Everyday Adventures

Anjula Razdan — 2006-06-01

Has your life become a bit too routine and predictable? Maybe you're due for a dose of the extraordinary.

The Nonvacationer's Vacation

Cathy Madison — 2006-06-01

Think time off is a waste of time? For the sake of your health and happiness, you just might want to reconsider.

A Walk on the Wild Side

Laine Bergeson — 2006-06-01

Whether he's teaching outdoor survival skills or hosting the History Channel's Digging for the Truth, Josh Bernstein seizes every opportunity to put himself in direct contact with nature's wisdom and wilderness.

True Friends

Jodi Helmer — 2006-05-01

Do your friendships seem stuck in superficial ruts? If you crave deeper, richer connections, it may be time to take a few relationship risks.

Ancient Escapes

Karen Nickel — 2006-05-01

Seeking a peaceful retreat and an unforgettable experience? Visit an old-growth forest. These undisturbed ecosystems link us to the past even as they connect us to the restorative power of the present moment.

Second Acts

Wanda Urbanska — 2006-05-01

Is your well-traveled career path begging for a plot twist? Prepare to play out the most satisfying scenes of your life.

See the Connection

Experience Life Staff — 2006-04-01

Your health depends on a complex, connect-the-dots network of variables that make up your ecosystem and the systems that sustain it. Discover the keys to keeping both you and your planet healthy – by following nature's models, and honoring life's connections.

Far & Away

Jennifer Dennis — 2006-04-01

Hop off the double-decker bus. Then swap your same-old sightseeing for a more personal – and sensory – vacation experience.

Desperately Seeking Sidewalks

Anjula Razdan — 2006-04-01

Could your neighborhood be making you fat? Researchers are digging deeper into evidence that suggests where you live may be essential to attaining good health, fitness and personal well-being.

Media-Diet Makeover

Tess Walter — 2006-04-01

The images, sounds and words you absorb can influence your well-being and alter your view of reality. Is it time you reconsidered your media-intake habits?

Present Tense

Karen Olson — 2006-04-01

Annoyed or upset by little things? Maybe your emotions are being triggered by past experiences. Learn how to live - and move beyond the patterns that no longer serve you.

Fit for Success

Experience Life Staff with reporting by Paul Scott — 2006-03-01

Whether you work for a living or live for your work, managing your physical health and fitness may be more critical to your career than you realized. Find out why the shape you're in can make or break your success.

Business? Adventure!

Laurel Kallenbach — 2006-03-01

Tired of shortchanging your exercise routine while you're traveling for work? Try blending your business trip with a total-body outdoor experience.

Critical Inquiry

Elizabeth Larsen — 2006-03-01

Accepting critical feedback from others can be tough. But smart people know how to respond to criticism with grace -- and how to use it to their professional advantage.

Career Shifting

Wanda Urbanska — 2006-03-01

Is your work life leaving you overwhelmed and uninspired? It may be time to shift gears - and change your career scenery.

Resolutions Workshop 2006

Elizabeth L. Lane — 2006-02-01

Gearing up to write another mega-list of ways to make yourself better? Don't! Instead, choose what matters most, then chart your course toward real goal mastery.

See It, Believe It

Courtney Helgoe — 2006-02-01

Imagine if everything went the way you wanted: your workouts, your relationships, your grandest career ambitions. Visioning can bring your life goals into clearer focus – and help you make them a reality.

Your Time, Your Type

Ann M. Bauer — 2006-02-01

Your to-do list is driven by your priorities. But the way you work through that list is tied directly to your personality. What approach will help you become a better master of your time?

Putting Stock in Your Values

Elizabeth Larsen — 2005-12-01

Ever worry that your investments in certain stocks and mutual funds aren't meshing with your personal values? Socially Responsible Investing offers an alternative -- and surprisingly good returns.

The Power of Language

Cat Thompson — 2005-12-01

What if every word you uttered came true instantly? What if you were required to follow through on everything you said? How would your language change? Would even be able to talk at all?

Bookends

Clara Beacon — 2005-12-01

The first and last moments of your day can steady or destabilize everything that comes in between. Are your mornings and nights propping you up, or tipping you over?

Better With Age

Joel Hoekstra — 2005-12-01

Sometimes, the best is yet to be. That's what baby boomer and 54-year-old fashion model Cindy Joseph has discovered as she's grown older and wiser.

Life in the Fit Lane

David Schimke — 2005-12-01

Are you using your body for real - or going through the motions of working out with no practical purpose? Maybe it's time you integrated your fitness pursuits with what you love and who you are.

Power Aging

Dimity McDowell — 2005-12-01

Who says you can't get better with age? All you need is a little foresight, the right attitude and the will to do the work.

The Smart Money

Erin Peterson — 2005-11-01

More than a decade ago, authors Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez helped launch the voluntary-simplicity movement with their ideas for living more richly – by spending less. Today, for many, that penny-wise approach seems smarter than ever.

Forgive and Forget

Linda Wasmer Andrews — 2005-11-01

Still holding a grudge? Here's how to make peace with those who may have wronged you – and find more peace for yourself in the process.

Timeless Truths

Frank Jude Boccio — 2005-11-01

Burdened by the complexities of modern life? An ancient philosophical tradition - based on Four Nobles Truths - may hold the answers you seek.

Go It Alone

Laurel Kallenbach — 2005-11-01

Solo adventures can take you places you've never been, including some uncharted emotional territories.

Back on Track

Jacquelyn B. Fletcher — 2005-11-01

Back pain prevented Jon Skare from enjoying life - until two focused workouts a week restored his vitality.

Measuring Meditation

Leyla Kokmen — 2005-10-01

For centuries, proponents of meditation have hailed its potential for healing body and mind. Now, science is backing a growing number of those claims.

Think Fast

Elizabeth Kadetsky — 2005-10-01

Paid attention to your gut feelings lately? Maybe you should. instinctive thinking is finally getting the respect it deserves.

Science Safaris

Laurel Kallenbach — 2005-10-01

Work your body and your mind by volunteering for an outdoor research expedition - perhaps the toughest and most exhilarating vacation you'll ever enjoy.

Positive Feedback

Donna Raskin — 2005-10-01

Biofeedback is an innovative and proven way to manage stress and optimize mind-body healing. Now, new technologies are making biofeedback more accessible.

Civil Unions

Jacquelyn B. Fletcher — 2005-09-01

Why are we so rude to our spouses, yet courteous, kind and patient with complete strangers? Paying attention to good manners and small niceties may be the key to sustaining the vitality of your relationships.

Nature-Deficit Disorder

Richard Louv — 2005-09-01

A generation ago, kids learned about the natural world by "going out to play." Today, many have virtually no experience with the unadulterated out-of-doors. Is this separation making our kids sick?

Camp Curious

Erika Rasmusson Janes — 2005-09-01

There are summer camps - and then there are summer experiences. Is your kid ready for a skill-expanding adventure?

My Tribe

Erin Peterson — 2005-09-01

Many Americans rely on friends, neighbors and coworkers for the support that family members once offered. Even if your own family is close-knit, you may benefit from cultivating a family-like circle of friends.

The Family That Plays Together

Jacquelyn B. Fletcher — 2005-09-01

Scott and Jennifer Nelson are staying fit, busting gender stereotypes and raising three active kids. They wouldn't have it any other way.

Give a Little, Gain a Lot

Nancy Christie — 2005-08-01

Lending a helping hand can lift both body and soul, but which cause is right for you? Here's how to find a volunteering opportunity that matches your needs, too.

Happy Lessons

Erika Rasmusson Janes — 2005-08-01

Tired of feeling blue, or just so-so? Positive psychology pioneer Martin Seligman, PhD, believes you can mentally exercise your way to greater happiness.

Achievement Overload

John de Graaf — 2005-06-01

Our obsession with the "trappings of success" too often eclipses our essential priorities. Are we passing this affliction on to the next generation?

The Power of Self-Coaching

Joseph J. Luciani, PhD — 2005-06-01

Don't let fear, doubt and frustration hold you back. Create the satisfying, rewarding life you want by building five key personal-development skills.

Away From It All

Debra Bokur — 2005-06-01

If peace and quiet have been in short supply, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness may be the getaway your body and soul crave.

Trouble at the Top

Renee Moorefield, PhD — 2005-06-01

Whether heading a nonprofit or managing a multimillion-dollar company, most leaders discover their position comes with a price. Here's how you can lead without losing.

Big-Picture Partnering

Jan Hoistad, PhD — 2005-05-01

Without a clear vision, even a strong love can lose its luster. Here's how to reframe your relationship for a better future.

One Thing at a Time

Nancy Christie — 2005-05-01

Multitasking can rob you of the one thing you need most: your life focus.

Clear a Surface, Clear Your Vision

Carole B. Hyder — 2005-05-01

A Feng Shui expert explains why cluttered desks, tables and countertops may be all that's standing between you and your next big accomplishment.

Center Stage

Jacquelyn B. Fletcher — 2005-05-01

Singer, songwriter and mother of three, Stephanie Varone knows the value of setting goals - and sticking to them.

Back to the Land

Dimity McDowell — 2005-04-01

Meet a new breed of athlete – fitness lovers who are leading the charge to protect and preserve access to the natural environments on which their favorite sports depend.

Water World

Laurel Kallenbach — 2005-04-01

Snorkelers who've seen the world's coral reefs up close know these fragile ecosystems are endangered. Fortunately, many enthusiasts are joining efforts to bring the damage to a stop.

Meeting of the Masterminds

Jan Hoistad, PhD — 2005-04-01

Get ready to learn, grow and reach your goals! Partner with your peers to achieve your full potential - and have some fun while you're at it.

When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the universe.

2005-04-01

- John Muir

Are You Living LOHAS?

Jennifer Derryberry — 2005-04-01

Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) may be the most meaningful consumer trend you've never heard of. Are you part of it?

Stop the Office, I Want to Get Off!

Paul Scott — 2005-03-01

For many Americans, the world of work feels a bit like an endless ride – one that's spinning too fast and feeling more than a little out of control. But just how and why did we get strapped into this craziness? Understand the machinery of your own workaholic tendencies and you'll be one step closer to switching gears – and maybe even putting on the brakes.

A Sense of Adventure

Angela Pirisi — 2005-03-01

Dread them though you might, corporate retreats with a wild side can bolster confidence, build relationships and improve everybody's outlook.

Pet Peeved

Camilla H. Fox — 2005-03-01

You're working like a dog. But how is your work schedule working out for your faithful friend?

Making the Transition

Teri Cettina — 2005-03-01

The workday is done. You're heading for home – and into an adjustment period that can either make or break the rest of your day.

Working Well

Eileen P. Gunn — 2005-03-01

With healthcare costs soaring and employees suffering from an increasing number of stress- and lifestyle-induced maladies, some employers are turning to corporate wellness programs to keep their people healthier, happier and more productive. And in many cases, it seems to be working.

Reinventing the Way You Work

Cat Thompson — 2005-03-01

With nearly a fifth of the workforce doing employers more harm than good, the world of work is in a world of hurt. Fixing it means challenging some of our most ingrained beliefs.

Resolution Workshop: Life Launch

Experience Life Staff — 2005-02-01

Ready to have your best year ever? Two of the country's top coaches weigh in with advice on getting liftoff for the next phase of your life.

Getting off the Clock

David Schimke — 2005-02-01

Feeling the pinch of time poverty? Join the club. Better yet, join the growing national movement striving to reclaim those lost hours.

The Art of the Relapse

Cat Thompson — 2005-02-01

Instead of feeling like a failure when you fall back into old, unhealthy behaviors, consider embracing your relapses as mile markers on your route to success.

Fire Your Inner Taskmaster

Elizabeth Larsen — 2004-12-01

Want to work for someone who pushes you relentlessly, criticizes your efforts and makes your entire life miserable? Of course not. So why are you doing it to yourself?

When the Spirit Moves You

Laurel Kallenbach — 2004-12-01

Ready to expand your horizons? Try a journey into transformative territory – a spiritual retreat center.

Lines of Inquiry

Clara Beacon — 2004-12-01

The questions we ask can lead us down paths of discovery and delight, or down corridors of doom and gloom. Which road are you taking?

The Art of Joy

Cat Thompson — 2004-12-01

It's not a rat race for money, success and achievement. The quest for true happiness has far more value – for you and everyone around you.

Celebrate Your Success

Experience Life Staff — 2004-12-01

Before you rush into setting health and fitness goals for the year ahead, stop and appreciate what you've already accomplished. A quick look back may be the best tool in evaluating what steps to take next.

The Touch That Heals

Jennifer Pedalty — 2004-12-01

For pain, sprains, broken bones and even surgical wounds, healing touch is gaining clout as an energy medicine that helps the body heal itself.

Dream it, Do it!

Elizabeth Larsen — 2004-11-01

There's no reason to put off your grandest goals and desires until "someday." Three life coaches offer guidance to help you harness your dreams, starting now.

Extreme Dreams

Laurel Kallenbach — 2004-11-01

Will the adventure you've always dreamed about fulfill your every desire, or turn into a living nightmare? Meet four adventurers who decided to see for themselves.

Be the Person You Want to Find

Cheri Huber — 2004-11-01

Looking for that special someone? Wishing you could change the person you're with? You may need to start by taking a good long look in the mirror.

Getting There

Cat Thompson — 2004-11-01

Are your dreams always just beyond your reach? Maybe your approach is holding you back. Reform your process and reshape your results.

Looking Into Your Night Life

Stacey Colino — 2004-11-01

What your dreams may be telling you – and how to get it in writing.

Fear & Loathing in the Great Outdoors

Laurel Kallenbach — 2004-10-01

The wilderness is supposed to be fun and rewarding. And it can be - if you learn to get past your fears.

Coming to Terms

Helen Cordes — 2004-10-01

Are you being held hostage by your negative thoughts? Here's how to negotiate a truce.

Turning Fear Around

Cat Thompson — 2004-10-01

Fear can paralyze, but it can also energize us toward growth and change. Learn how to use this powerful emotion as a catalyst for courageous action.

The Battle of the Block

David Schimke — 2004-10-01

Faced with an important task, it's not uncommon to come up against a wall of resistance. In The War of Art, author Steven Pressfield tells you how to break through.

Man Alive: Fitness Inspiration for Husbands and Fathers

Myatt Murphy — 2004-09-01

Somewhere between being breadwinners, role models and lovers, many married men lose track of their commitment to fitness. Here's what smart guys can do to reclaim their health and vitality, and why it matters to those who depend on them.

Edu-Ventures

Kristi Streiffert — 2004-09-01

Had enough of theme parks and prepackaged vacations? Maybe it's time your family tried something smarter.

Buying Local

Josh Harkinson — 2004-09-01

Explore the impacts of supporting local businesses and you'll discover that they hit close to home.

Running on Empty

Cat Thompson — 2004-09-01

It's great to be generous, but do you know how share without running empty? Here's how to give freely while safe-guarding the resources you need to thrive, grow and change.

Underage, Under Stress

Helen Cordes — 2004-09-01

So much for a carefree childhood. today, even little kids are susceptible to full-size stresses. Here's where the stress comes from, and what you can do about it.

The Ultimate Upgrade

Elizabeth Larsen — 2004-08-01

The concept of aging as an inescapable decline is outmoded, obsolete, over. So what's in? Aging is a lifelong continuous-improvement exercise.

Adventure With An Aaah!

Laurel Kallenbach — 2004-08-01

Want to be outward bound by day and pampered on the massage table by night? Try the newest trend - an adventure spa.

Rekindling Your Fire

Experience Life Staff — 2004-08-01

What do you have planned for the second half of your life? Executive coach Richard Leider offers insight on working, living, learning and loving what's to come.

Power Trip

Cat Thompson — 2004-08-01

Explorations on the true nature of personal power: Where it comes from, how it works, and how to wield it well.

Beginner's Mind

Kenneth S. Cohen — 2004-08-01

How might life be different if we approached it without assumptions and preconceptions, without "knowing" anything at all.

Silver Lining

2004-08-01

"The world 'old' has been given a bad rap," explains Cindy Joseph. "Life has been mistakenly described as a downhill process, when, in fact, it's an ever-continuing expansion."

Buyers, Renters and Freeloaders

Willard F. Harley, Jr. — 2004-06-01

When it comes to relationships, are you and your partner looking to stay put -or still shopping around?

Show Up!

Cat Thompson — 2004-06-01

Don't hold back! Participate with enthusiasm: You'll have more fun, feel more present and discover a wellspring of satisfaction.

In Unmixed Company

Laurel Kallenbach — 2004-05-01

Coed outings are all well and good, but there's also something alluring about a trip without members of the opposite gender. Here's a look at the state of single-sex adventures.

3 Spaces to Declutter Now

Clara Beacon — 2004-05-01

Not ready to take on the whole house? Just making forays into this trio of high-impact areas can help you take a load off your life.

Gathering Energy

Cat Thompson — 2004-05-01

Do you have big plans for summer and beyond? Then make certain you have the drive to carry them out. Learn how to reharness lost and leaking energy.

Take Back Your Time

Meryl Davids Landau — 2004-05-01

It's hidden away in your daily schedule: Precious moments of what could be free time. Do you have the courage to find it, reclaim it and use it for you?

Mix Your Own Motivation

2004-04-01

Just as the presence of good music can lend powerful momentum to a workout, the lack of it can make your fitness routine feel like a tour of duty. Here's how to pump up the volume with the latest in portable music technology.

The Energy of Spring

Cat Thompson — 2004-04-01

Seize the season to make clear choices and leap into committed action.

Healing With Nature

Susan S. Scott, PhD — 2004-04-01

When a back injury made her desk job impossible, psychotherapist Susan Scott discovered the best medicine of all: a walk in the woods.

Walking Your Talk: The Path of Personal Integrity

Cat Thompson — 2004-03-01

Do you walk your talk? Say what you mean and mean what you say? Or does your language take you down roads you're not willing to follow? Taking a closer look at how your words and deeds connect – or don't – can help you see where you really stand.

Virtuous Vacations

Laurel Kallenbach — 2004-03-01

For some, the only thing better than "getting away from it all" is getting in on an adventure for a good cause.

Doing It Anyway

Clara Beacon — 2004-03-01

In 1968, when Kent Keith first penned his paradoxical commandments, he never imagined they'd travel so far - or be misattributed by so many.

Putting Stock in Your Values

Elizabeth Larsen — 2004-03-01

Ever worry that your investments in certain stocks and mutual funds aren't meshing with your personal values? Socially responsible investing offers an alternative - and surprisingly good returns.

Grooming for Guys

David Schimke — 2004-03-01

Has your too-busy life run roughshod over your looks? Maybe it's time you took a moment for yourself.

Right Risk

Bill Treasurer — 2004-02-01

A former high diver shares lessons from the edge.

Facing the Demons of Inaction

Gregg Krech — 2004-02-01

Morita therapy lets you take a philosophical, tough-love approach to undoing your own undoings.

Dream Maintenance

2004-02-01

Your dream is arriving. Are you prepared to have it stay?

Last-Chance Victories

Pilar Gerasimo — 2003-12-01

Okay, 2003 is almost over. You may be running behind on your resolutions, but you're not defeated yet! Here's your guide to a slew of meaningful goals you can still accomplish (and celebrate) this year.

A Course for Adventure

Laurel Kallenbach — 2003-12-01

Wilderness adventure schools introduce you to parts of the world - and parts of yourself - you never knew existed.

Making Sense of Science

Eris Weaver, MPH, MLIS, AHIP — 2003-12-01

How to get beyond headlines and hype to find answers you can use.

Change Your Mind

Tess Walter — 2003-12-01

Can the way you think influence your life chances? Is it possible to think yourself away from failure and toward success? The of Positive Psychology says - YES!

Desperately Seeking Satisfaction

Cat Thompson — 2003-12-01

How is it we can "have it all" and still feel unsatisfied with our lives? Find out how to use your longing to create lasting success

Small-Scale Adventures

Maya C. Bacon — 2003-10-01

Not every family outing has to be a big-deal production. Here's how to get your kids off the couch and into nature the low-key way.

Getting Younger

Cat Thompson — 2003-10-01

What might happen if we relinquished our quest for youthful appearance in favor of living more youthfully?

Family Time: How to Find It, How to Make It

Gary Legworld — 2003-10-01

There's nothing more satisfying than spending time with the ones you love best. So why is it so hard to pull off?

Cutting Through a Commercial Culture

Vicki T. Hyatt — 2003-10-01

Tired of buy, buy, buy? Here's how to stop wanting and start living.

A Change of Habit

Cat Thompson — 2003-08-01

Our lives are in many ways defined by unconscious habits and ingrained behaviors. How much do you know about the structures that hold you together, and those that hold you down?

Resolution Recovery

Tess Walter — 2003-08-01

Remember those resolutions you made six months ago? Maybe you'd rather not. But why forgive and forget when you can fix and forge ahead? We'll show you how.

Happy Trails

Laurel Kallenbach — 2003-08-01

Colorado's mountain dude ranches are dandy places to make four-legged friends - and reconnect with your own free spirit.

Stress Summit

Clara Beacon and Robert Koski — 2003-08-01

Curious about whether men and women experience stress differently, two friends take an informal poll of their colleagues and acquaintances. The results are unscientific - but not uninteresting.

Time to be a Citizen

Paul Loeb — 2003-08-01

How can you do your part for your country when work is swallowing you whole?

France on Foot

Laurel Kallenbach — 2003-06-01

Walk village to village on ancient footpaths that criss-cross some of the most beautiful landscapes in Europe.

Questions for Answers

Matthew Solan — 2003-06-01

Get a new view of your life - and your self - using the Japanese art of Naikan.

Bookends

Clara Beacon — 2003-06-01

The first and last moments of your day can steady or destabilize everything that comes in between. Are your mornings and nights propping you up, or tipping you over?

Wild Gift

Terri Sutton — 2003-06-01

Is medication the only way to deal with a "difficult" child? The nurtured heart offers an empowering alternative.

Talking Trash

Elizabeth Larsen — 2003-04-01

What does our garbage say about us - and the way we live?

Beyond the Beach

Laurel Kallenbach — 2003-04-01

Dreaming of sun and sand? Mexico's hidden Pacific and Caribbean beaches lure visitors - but it's the adventure and nature wonders that hook you.

Language Barriers

Alex Singleton — 2003-04-01

You're talking to yourself again. But what are you saying? Here's how to translate your food thoughts into healthier actions.

Getting Past Go

Experience Life Staff — 2003-04-01

In our rush to make our pain and problems go away, few of us ever explore the potential of acceptance. Who knew it could be such a powerful force for change?

Love in the Time of Toxicity

Cat Thompson — 2003-04-01

Is your troubled relationship "toxic," or are you just coming face-to-face with the darker side of your own beliefs?

Resolution Workshop

Pilar Gerasimo — 2003-02-01

Designing your best self takes vision. Becoming your best self takes guts. Here's how to do both - with confidence.

Out of Bounds

Christopher Cross — 2003-02-01

Long famed for pushing limits and surpassing snow-sliding expectations, Jackson Hole now delivers more than ever.

Envision This

Lani Willis — 2003-02-01

Bring your grandest dreams and goals into reality using simple words and pictures.

Finding Your Calling

Experience Life Staff — 2003-02-01

Quit griping about your job, and start discovering the work you were born to do!

Quitting

Dennis Cass — 2003-02-01

Never been one to quit? Maybe you should give it a try! If you're drowning in a sea of commitments, a little "constructive quitting" could do you a world of good.

C'mon, Get Happy!

Elizabeth Larsen — 2002-12-01

10 reasons to celebrate (and ways to get even happier in the process).

Thrill Factor, Chill Factor

Sean Burch — 2002-12-01

A brush with death on an uncharted Greenland glacier leaves Sean Burch with an even hotter penchant for ice-cold adventures.

Much Appreciated

Cat Thompson — 2002-12-01

What does appreciation really mean, And why is there so little of it to go around these days? Discover how you can put gratitude into action.

Sacred Time

Matthew Solan — 2002-12-01

Carving out time and space for spiritual connections doesn't just allow you to reflect - it helps you refuel.

Retreat

Matthew Solan — 2002-10-01

Sometimes, instead of surging forward on another explosive, equipment-intensive adventure, what you really need to do is fall back and get some perspective. Here are three adventures to help you challenge your own status quo.

The Mirrors of Your Checkbook

Cat Thompson — 2002-10-01

How our most intimate sense of self and our use of money reflect each other.

Clutter Busters

Andy Steiner — 2002-10-01

Is your life a mess, or does it just look like one? De-cluttering experts suggest you tackle both problems simultaneously – by ridding yourself of excess stuff.

Drawing the Line

Tess Walter — 2002-10-01

Can you tell the difference between a beautiful experience and a "brand experience," between a scientific fact and a sell-out PR tactic? Learn to discern when you're being bought and sold by marketing, public relations and other corporate contrivances.

Choosing Simplicity

Thomas J. Elpel — 2002-10-01

Creating the life you want isn't a matter of making more money - it's a matter of rethinking your priorities and reclaiming your time.

Repacking: A Sanity Recovery Guide

Clara Beacon — 2002-10-01

How much of your life energy do you spend schlepping stuff you don't really want or need?

Scrambling to the Top

Christopher Cross — 2002-08-01

A curious cross between advanced hiking and low-tech climbing, the art of scrambling is a Pacific Northwest passion – and one heck of a serious workout.

Conscious Eating

Margaret Churchill — 2002-08-01

Are you feeding your hunger, or just feeding your face? Maybe the thing your appetite craves isn't more food, but more attention.

Force of Will

Jeremy Hunter, Ph.D. — 2002-08-01

When it comes to our pursuit of goals and accomplishments, the source of our motivation may dictate the force of our efforts.

Serenity Search

Steven Karageanes — 2002-08-01

A centuries-old Chinese system for cultivating health, vitality and enlightenment, qi gong is now gaining a reputation here in the West - as one of the most effective stress-busters around.

Fit To Be Tied: A Couples' Survival Guide

Pilar Gerasimo — 2002-06-01

When it comes to health and fitness, are you and your sweetheart compatible? Combative? Or somewhere in between?

Big Lake, Family Paddle

Christopher Cross — 2002-06-01

If your family is yearning for an outdoor adventure, sea kayaking on Lake Superior may be just the ticket.

Where The Wild Things Are

Fernando Pages Ruiz — 2002-06-01

Get your whole gang into the great outdoors for a wilderness experience they'll never forget.

Power Play

Heidi Losleben — 2002-06-01

We leave many activities behind as we mature - our sense of play shouldn't be one of them.

Making Time For Your Ideal Life

Dave Wondra — 2002-06-01

How long have you been running the rat race while longing for something better? Kick the "someday" habit, and rediscover the art of making real choices.

The High Cost of Being Hurried

Pilar Gerasimo — 2002-04-01

We are a nation of speed freaks. Scheduled to the max, rushed to the point of distraction, we still can't seem to get it all done. Our obsession with productivity may make us efficient, but is it worth it?

Inside the Enneagram

Lynette Sheppard — 2002-04-01

More than an intriguing symbol, the Enneagram provides new ways of seeing and understanding anyone - including yourself.

Appalachian Trail

Berit Thorkelson — 2002-04-01

Feeling like a nice little 2,000-mile walk? Just one foot in front of the other will get you started down one of the most beautiful, varied and challenging trails in the country.

The Finer Points of Acupuncture

Nigma Talib, ND — 2002-04-01

Maybe getting stuck with needles doesn't sound like stress-relief to you. But many people swear it's the most rejuvenating body treatment ever.

Power of Language

Cat Thompson — 2002-04-01

What if every word you uttered came true instantly What if you were required to follow through on everything you said? How would your language change? Would you be able to talk at all?

New Year, New Way

Pilar Gerasimo — 2002-02-01

Forget what you think you know about New Year's resolutions. You're about to embark on a fascinating and victorious quest for the body you've always wanted.

Diagnosis: Affluenza

Jeremy Hunter, PhD — 2002-02-01

Are you winning the accumulation game, but losing your shirt? Working so hard to pay the bills that you can't find time to exercise, sleep or eat properly?

Powder Run

Christopher Cross — 2002-02-01

Whether you've never set foot on a snowboard, or would just as soon never get off, put down in the deep stuff at Whistler-Blackcomb and you'll be in for the ride of your life.

Gatherings

Heidi Losleben — 2002-02-01

The social equivalent of soul food, cozy home gatherings and small-group entertainments are drawing us closer - to simple pleasures and to each other.

For a Good Cause

Experience Life staff — 2002-02-01

There are plenty of fine reasons to volunteer. Do it for charity, for community – or just for the health of it!

The Hidden Causes of Late-Night Snacking

Experience Life Staff — 2002-02-01

Hi there. This is your conscience speaking. I happen to know you are still digesting the dinner you ate an hour ago, so I'm curious about what you are doing there with that king-size bowl of chips ...

Yoga For Your Home

Andrea Marina — 2001-11-01

You're toning and reshaping your body. Why not use Feng Shui to bring your home along for the ride?

Personal Integrity on a Professional Battleground

Cat Thompson — 2001-11-01

Locking horns with a coworker is frustrating, but it can also shed light on your belief systems - if you are willing to step out of your entrenched position.

Wild Ride

Joel Hoekstra — 2001-11-01

From mountain switchbacks to the wide-open spaces of the western slope, Colorado is an off-road bicyclist's paradise. Whatever your skill level, you'll find challenge, thrill and inspiration in this garden of single-track gods.

Natural Hunger

Dave Wondra — 2001-11-01

Too often, our intimate relationship with the natural world fades with childhood. But somewhere, in each of us, an essential craving remains.

Where's Your Passion?

Cat Thompson — 2001-08-01

In search of more vitality, enthusiasm and energy? Wonder why even your workouts are feeling sort of blah? You could be suffering from a subtle (or chronic) passion deficit.

The Joy of the Pedicure

Experience Life Staff — 2001-08-01

Two common misconceptions about pedicures: They are just for women, and they are all about pretty polish.

What's Your TV Habit Costing You?

Jon Benfer — 2001-08-01

Television can be a convenient relief from the worries and responsibilities of the day. It can also be an unconscious, insidious, low-grade addiction that takes us away from our relationships, goals and other more satisfying pleasures.

Go With the Flow

Experience Life Staff — 2001-08-01

Although we tend to think we are happiest in our leisure hours - most satisfied when we are relaxed with absolutely nothing to ponder - the truth is quite the opposite.

Experience Life : Whole Life

Cash Conscious

The Unplugged Vacation

Health on a Budget

Workday Workouts

The Paycheck Trap

The Ultimate Day Off

Faked Fitness

We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.

We must make the choices that enable us to fulfill the deepest capacities of our real selves.

Resolutions Workshop 2010: Action!

A Grand Adventure

Speaking Your Truth

Beauty Beheld

Back on Schedule

The Right Way to Fail

A Natural Fit

Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius &#8212; and a lot of courage &#8212; to move in the opposite direction.

Altruism Afoot

Flu Fears

What to Let Go

3 Easy Questions

Do Less, Accomplish More

Core Value

A Centered Approach

Design Your Own Retreat

Holiday Overload

Relationship Revival

Beyond Perfect

Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.

A Dog's Best Friend

Overcome Your Upper Limits

Dare to Dream

The Morning Rush

Right Risk

Map Your Mind

If I were to wish for anything, I should not wish for wealth and power, but for the passionate sense of potential, for the eye which, ever young and ardent, sees the possible.

Ride Away

Pact Mentality

Saying No to Your Kids

The Things We Remember

New Baby, New Priorities

Good Sport

Nobody has ever measured, not even poets, how much a heart can hold.

Good Green Fun

Give Yourself a Break

Tag Team

"You're No Fun Anymore"

Power Play

Ha Ha!, Ah! and Ahh!

Often the hands will solve a mystery that the intellect has struggled with in vain.

A Legacy of Her Own

Dune Trek

Stuck Inside

You, Unplugged

Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.

Peak Performance

Tough Love

Disappearing Destinations

On the Defensive

Time to Connect

The ability to perceive or think differently is more important than the knowledge gained.

The Smarter Choice

The Better Good Life: An Essay on Personal Sustainability

Wise Investment

Into the Wild

Eco-Stress

Clear a Surface, Clear Your Vision

When Less is Enough

"Live simply so that others may simply live."

A Mind for Money

Out From Under: Escaping the Burdens of Debt Stress

Personal Best: Fitness Training for Career Success

Nothing is less productive than to make more efficient what should not be done at all.

Reinventing the Way We Work

Time, Sweet Time

Homeward Bound

In Your Care

Penny-Wise Wisdom

Compassionate Communication

Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius — and a lot of courage — to move in the opposite direction.

“We can always choose to perceive things differently. You can focus on what’s wrong in your life, or you can focus on what’s right.”