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Getting better at running isnt just about lowering your pace or your time. In fact, focusing too much on the numbers can be counterproductive. And perhaps even more important, doing so can make your runs feel like a whole lot less fun. Adobe Stock / Jovo Jovanovic Changes in runningwe tend to see those happening over the course of weeks, not days. Now, theres nothing saying that getting better at runninghasto be your goal....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Gal Gadotsapproach toself-careis all about positivity from the inside out. Getty / Amy Sussman The routine of putting the girls to bed is always similar. Then I finally have some time for myself, and lets say the time is 8:30. I’ll take a long shower, and Ill meditate....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Amber Lewis has always known she has a problem keeping it together. Audrey Shtecinjo/Adobe Stock She forgets to pay her bills on time. She gets so flustered following driving directions that she often misses the turns she needs to make. After a clinical assessment in February 2021, she finally got her answer: She hasADHD....

Then I stumbled upon a 10-minute glutes-focusedbarre workouton YouTube. Before then Id never done barre in my life. The barre class intrigued me. Getty/ Sengchoy Inthachack / EyeEm I was ready to try something new. And it wasnt just barre. My switch to these mini classes couldnt have come at a better time. I decided short workouts were the way of my future. Then Id cross that off my list and get on with my day....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Looking to refresh your workout wardrobe? Westend61 / Getty Images The Nike clearance sale section is the place to be. From tank tops to fleece pants to bike shorts, Nike has tons of worthwhile womens activewear on sale. As Nike itself would say, just do itand add your new gear to cart....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. If youre reading this, youre likely shopping for someone with a feline affinity. Courtesy of the brands / Wesley Hall Ialsoknow that finding gifts for cat lovers can be as finicky as the pets themselves. For more present picks, check out all of thebest gift ideas of 2023....

Tasty vegetarian pasta recipes are among the best that pasta has to offer. That variety of textures, flavors, and nutrients is what helps make a meal truly satisfying. A jar of pesto, a bag of cauliflower gnocchi (thank you,Trader Joe’s! Chungah Rhee viaDamn Delicious ), and a bag of greens is just about everything you gotta make it. Hearty, fiber-packed whole wheat pasta and fat-rich goat cheese help ensure the whole thing will keep you full....

Broadly speaking, the termAsian Americanincludes Americans from Southeast Asia, East Asia, and the Indian subcontinent. Of course, there are nuanced differences between these groups. However, they are all collectivist cultures, which means they tend to share similar themes in family dynamics. Bjarne x Takata / Trunk Archive The cultural myths aboutmental illnesswithin Asian American communities and the diaspora are strong and persistent. Research has shown that within Asian cultures, mental illness is often seen as aweaknessor alack of willpower....

From the age of six, I played the translator role during appointments. I couldnt have been more than 10, and I remember the anger and embarrassment I felt. Why would my mother put herself through this if she didntneedthe benefits? Emily Eldridge/Adobe Stock SELF: You report that billions in food stamp benefits go unclaimed every year. What are some of the major barriers to access people who qualify for food stamps are experiencing?...

What counts as high-protein? These 40 high-proteinvegetarianmeals enlist a wide array of ingredients to guarantee you’ll feel full and fueled-up after eating. (For even more lightning-fast meat-free options, check out thesevegetarian Instant Pot recipes.) Lisa Lin viaHealthy Nibbles and Bits You’re sure to find a few satiating dishes here worth adding to your meatless rotation. They’re plenty hearty thanks to a mix of vegetarian protein sources like eggs and feta....

Anyone dealing withhidradenitis suppurativacan tell you that it can be extremely painful both physically and emotionally. And its understandable that you might feel emotionally drained from managing the concerns of this painfullifelong condition. Here are a few things that work for them that you might find helpful. Sara K Byrne/Adobe Stock Participate in relaxing activities to reduce flare-ups. For me, relaxing involves being outdoors, exercising, and cooking, she tells SELF....

Regret is a negative emotion that hinges on counterfactual thinking, Dr. Roese explains. Counterfactual thinking essentially means that we look back and concoct imaginary scenarios to convince ourselves things could be better. And a lot of this really is based on our desires, our wants, or needs. Alpgiray Kelem / Getty Images It’s basically a reflection of us wanting to get somewhere. Even though regrets are part of being alive, they can outlive their usefulness....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. And yet she would tell you shes just getting started. Cécile Boko Good lives in Los Angeles with her husband, producer and preacher DeVon Franklin. How does she do it all? And then I head up to my room, and the first thing I do is brush my teeth....