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Operation Beautiful: Random Acts of Inner Beauty

You loved the posts we ran about Operation Beautiful, a site that encourages women to leave positive notes in public places. We talked to its creator, Caitlin!

Posted 7/7/2009 11:46:07 AM By: : 166 comments 35,360 views

Playing with My Unhappiness

Last week, I said that I would try to blog about my efforts to come to terms with the depression and anxiety that seem to be dominating my life right now. Here's Blog No. 1.

Posted 7/1/2009 5:53:03 AM By: : 153 comments 29,817 views

Notes From Behind Enemy Lines

Many of you have noticed that I haven’t been blogging recently. As this situation is likely to continue for awhile, I thought it would be good to let you know what’s going on.

Posted 6/24/2009 11:33:13 AM By: : 395 comments 19,404 views

Exercise: The 12-Hour Antidepressant

We've all heard that exercise can help boost your mood, but a new study shows that the effects might last longer than previously thought.

Posted 6/5/2009 2:13:20 PM By: : 244 comments 28,430 views

Finding Balance: Can You Have It All At Once?

It's hard to be great at so many things at once because eventually, something has to give. You can end up feeling like you short-changed someone no matter what you decide.

Posted 5/29/2009 10:06:09 AM By: : 88 comments 14,793 views

Your Actions Create Your Life!

How many of us have spent time thinking about how to succeed in our own personal journey? Now is the time to take action so you can be in control of your life.

Posted 5/23/2009 9:31:29 AM By: : 143 comments 18,734 views

Keep Your Eye on the Real Prize

Are your expectations increasing your satisfaction or making you spin your wheels without results?

Posted 4/9/2009 6:39:41 PM By: : 202 comments 23,036 views

Has the Recession Affected Your Workout Routine?

In tough times, some people give up on exercise, while others recognize it as an opportunity to work out more. How about you?

Posted 4/1/2009 10:00:00 AM By: : 144 comments 12,057 views

Finding Balance: Dealing With Guilt

When it comes to my family, I frequently feel guilty. So how can I possibly add to that by trying to make time for myself?

Posted 3/31/2009 10:15:17 AM By: : 128 comments 19,082 views

Not Exactly the Vacation I Had in Mind…

Next week I'll be eligible to join the club of people who've lost 100 pounds and kept it off for 5 years.

But I'll be partying in the hospital...

Posted 3/24/2009 6:03:36 AM By: : 325 comments 16,030 views

Optimism Leads to a Longer Life

Who knew just how powerful positive thinking can be? Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have determined that optimists live longer, healthier lives than pessimists.

Posted 3/13/2009 6:23:21 AM By: : 90 comments 15,008 views

Walking through the Fog of Perimenopause

Perimenopause. Just the name can evoke thoughts of the unknown. But I plan to take on this challenge head on and hope there are others willing to share the journey with me.

Posted 2/28/2009 5:07:01 AM By: : 357 comments 61,921 views