Remembering Petra Mayer: Everyone's a 'real writer.' Here's how to write that book

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Tired of being tired? Natural ways to get the energy you crave

Do you feel like you're sleepwalking through the week? Instead of reaching for your third coffee of the day, consider tweaking your lifestyle habits. Gut health expert Dr. Amy Shah explains how small changes in your diet and sleep can help you naturally recharge. And to get that ...  Show more

How to 'shift' your emotions

You have more power over your emotions than you think, says psychologist and neuroscientist Ethan Kross. In his book, Shift: Managing Your Emotions — So They Don't Manage You, he says there are specific tools you can use to "skillfully push" your feelings around in a way that's u ...  Show more

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