How Gen Z in Delhi Is Running Into Dates at Bhag Club, the Indian StravaWhat’s your idea of an ideal date? Perhaps it’s a cosy, artsy café with a decadent meal and deep conversation? Or maybe it’s hitting a club, getting tipsy, and dancing the night away? Perhaps a long drive with good music gives you the butterflies?
5 Gastroenterologists on the 1 Thing You Should Do Every DayEven if you’re not experiencing any GI symptoms right now, certain habits can help ensure your gut stays in tip-top shape.
Micromanipulation: The Covert Tactic That Narcissists Use in Arguments to Reassert ControlHere’s how to recognize its damaging effects.
Studies Suggest Mental Health Is Contagious — but How, Why, and Who Is Susceptible?Research suggests mental health disorders can spread socially. Could “exposures” drive awareness, or is something else at play?
9 Habit Stacking Routines to Boost Your ProductivityHabit stacking is a powerful tool, especially for busy entrepreneurs who need to maximize their time and efficiency.
I Want to Quit Weed. My Doctor Can’t Seem to Help Me.Ask A.J. is Slate’s advice column on addiction, recovery, and how to hate yourself less. Submit a question here. It’s anonymous! I live in Colorado and never used cannabis until it was legal, when I began vaping it occasionally. I am 50 years old, and I find myself now addicted to it.
How My Smartphone Disrupted My Life: 8 Issues I've FixedMy smartphone was once a helpful tool for connecting with friends and family. Over time, it became a source of disruption in my life. Below, I'll discuss how my smartphone slowly took over my life and the steps I took to reclaim control. My phone took away the luxury of a good night's sleep.
iFixit made its own USB-C soldering iron, and it’s already a joyMy first USB-C soldering iron was a revelation. “You mean I can make liquid metal connections anywhere, in seconds, just by plugging this tiny stick into a USB cable?” Now, repair company iFixit is introducing its own take on the idea.
Memory Loss Isn’t the Only Sign of DementiaRunning red lights. Falling for scams. Shutting out friends. Memory loss is the most well-known symptom of dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s disease.
I’m Sober. Do I Have to Feel Bad About the Good Times I Had Drinking?Ask A.J. is Slate’s advice column on addiction, recovery, and how to hate yourself less. Submit a question here. It’s anonymous! I quit drinking two years ago because it got inexcusably bad.
Why Is It so Hard to Take a Break From Work – Even If We Want to?It is essential to slow down the nervous system to become calm, but there can be several obstacles to self-care.
What is mindfulness and does it actually work?Mindfulness is everywhere. Everyone from Gwyneth Paltrow to the US military has extolled the virtues of this ancient spiritual practice. But what, exactly, is mindfulness? And can it help us deal with the stress of everyday life?
7 Memoirs Therapists Think You Should ReadWalk into any bookstore and you’ll find tables loaded with self-help books for every imaginable problem. But there are times when the wisest advice might be tucked away in the memoir section. These first-person accounts can provide proof that setbacks are survivable.
How to do a Norwegian 4x4 Workout (and Whether It's Worth the Hype)People who have a high VO2max—one measure of cardio fitness—tend to be healthier as they age, and may be able to expect a longer lifespan. With that in mind, some longevity influencers have been singing the praises of the “Norwegian 4x4” workout, which is targeted to improve your VO2max.