Issue Archive
January 2018
Change Artists
The rules for reinvention have changed. Whether you want to end procrastination or become more sociable, it's possible to change basic elements of yourself.
November 2017
The Comparison Trap
Social comparison is a core element of human nature. It’s how we evaluate ourselves. The downside? It can make us feel lackluster—especially in the age of social media. But you don’t have to succumb.
September 2017
The Hardest Word
The ability to say no is crucial for mental health and self-confidence.
July 2017
Why You Want Who You Want
While most of us are drawn to looks first, human attraction is far more complex than it appears at first sight.
May 2017
How to Handle the Most Toxic People in Your Life
They demean and deflate you—and they think you're the problem. Here's a guide to surviving toxic times.
March 2017
How Secrets Can Destroy a Relationship
Examining the context in which secrets develop is key to vanquishing their power.
January 2017
The Radical Thrill of Intimacy
Intimacy always involves risk. But connection is our surest path to transcendence.
November 2016
Listening to Jealousy
If you can resist the urge to smash the china, feeling jealous can actually bring couples closer together.
September 2016
Meet the Real Narcissists (They're Not What You Think)
Even for those high in the trait, it's not all about vanity.