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19 Smart Ways to Fix a Stale Relationship

For people in long-term relationships, "less passionate" phases are bound to happen. But we've...

Depression in Your 20s

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How to Deal With Depression in Your 20s

We’re here to help you get out of a rut and enjoy the dynamic decade.

Greatist 3rd Birthday

The Greatist Stories of All Time (So Far)

In honor of our third birthday, we're sharing some of our all-time favorite stories from the past...

Greatist 3rd Anniversary

Greatist Turns Three Today and It's All Because of You!

Greatist's founder and CEO, Derek Flanzraich, looks back at how far we've come (and some crazy...

Is Religion Healthy

Can Being Religious Make You Healthier?

We wouldn’t touch most religious debates with a 10-foot pole. But here’s a question we can...

Has Greatist Helped You Get Healthy and Happy? We Want to Hear About It!

Has Greatist Helped You Get Healthy and Happy? We Want to Hear About It!

This year, for our third birthday, we want to celebrate by focusing on YOU.

Male Body Image Disorders

Why It's Time to Stop Blaming the Media for Body Image Disorders

By focusing all of our attention on the media, we may fail to understand the nuance and...

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How 10 Minutes of Sitting Quietly Can Make You a Better Person

A regular meditation practice can make practitioners smarter and less stressed, and can boost...

Video of a Boy's Amazing Reaction to Getting a Banana as a Gift

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This Kid's Reaction to a Gift Is BANANAS (and Will Make Your Day)

We'll have what he's having.

Eating Disorder Awareness

What 7 Women Who Overcame Eating Disorders Wish They'd Known Then

In honor of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we asked real women to share the most...

Eating Disorders: The Men's Issue No One Talks About and Why That Has to Change

The Men's Issue No One Talks About and Why That Has to Change

Brian Cuban recounts his 27-year struggle with anorexia and bulimia, and outlines a plan for...

How Painting Helped Me Overcome Life's Roadblocks

How Painting Helped Me Overcome Life's Roadblocks

One artist shares her experience using painting as a way to understand and tackle deep-seated...

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The Reaction You'd Never Expect After These 4 Women's Professional Photo Shoot

When it comes to appearance, maybe imperfect is perfect after all. Watch this video break it...

55 Must-Follow Twitter Accounts Guaranteed to Make Your Day

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55 Must-Follow Twitter Accounts Guaranteed to Make Your Day

Need a happiness boost? Whether you want more laughs, cute animal pictures, puns, or fun facts,...

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6 Valentines to Share Love the Greatist Way

Why just wish your nearest and dearest a Happy Valentine's Day when you can give them one with...

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What It Really Means to Live a Good Life From People Who Totally Get It

The secret to living a good life? It’s different for everyone. Let this video inspire you to...

Why Dove's Latest "Real Beauty" Ad Doesn't Actually Empower Women

Dove’s latest ad, a short video entitled “Selfie,” has been making waves all over the...

Small Move, Big Change

Think Small, Act Big: How to Create "Microresolutions" That Lead to Lasting Change

Already having trouble with that New Year’s resolution? Take a page from Caroline Arnold’s...

I Was a Vegetarian for Five Years and Today I Slaughtered a Chicken

I Was a Vegetarian for Five Years. Then I slaughtered a chicken.

Find out how a Greatist writer went from five years of vegetarianism to slaughtering his own...

Emotional Mirror Technologies

New Tech Apparel Lets People (Literally) Wear Emotions on Their Sleeves

The latest tech apparel features a sweater that changes with your mood, a workout shirt that...

5 Happy Things: Balloon Creatures Edition

5 Happy Things: Balloon Creatures Edition

Ready to feel a little happier? Let artist Meghan Coleman take you on a whimsical journey through...

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The Best Thing to Come Out of the “Bikini Bridge” Hoax? These 5 Kick-Ass Women’s Responses

Women determined to change the conversation around body image tell us what they wish someone had...

The Crazy Science Behind That Time I Got Hypnotized

The Crazy Science Behind That Time I Got Hypnotized

Does hypnotism work, or is it all smoke and mirrors? One Greatist writer took the plunge and...

The Ultimate Guide to Learning a New Skill in 2014

New year, new skill? Make it happen with these awesome tips.

The Ultimate Guide to Going Green in 2014

Resolving to be more environmentally-friendly this new year? Start by adding of few of these...

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