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In a vulnerable BBC Sports column, she reflected on the life-changing perspective shift that has helped her manage these tough feelings. “I do think you can accomplish great things at any age—but for your own mental well-being, you have to remind yourself you will fail and make some silly mistakes,” Gauff wrote. “Now I’m trying to tell myself to enjoy my wins a little bit more.” (Honestly, that’s a mindset we should all be adopting.)4. She’s passionate about making a difference on and off the court.Just weeks after the murder of George Floyd in June 2020, Gauff delivered an impassioned…

  Over the past year, a fascinating new trend has emerged in therapy: clients showing up with advice from AI. And not just surface-level tips, some people are having full-blown therapy-like sessions with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Woebot, and Wysa. The question “can AI be your therapist” is becoming increasingly common as people turn to chatbots for venting, coping strategies, and even working through past trauma. It’s a fascinating shift. And a complicated one. Let’s explore how people are asking “can AI be your therapist,” where artificial intelligence helps, where it falls short, and why human-to-human connection still matters.…

In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Michael Timms—TEDx speaker, leadership consultant, and author of How Leaders Can Inspire Accountability. This conversation is a part of our ongoing exploration into the habits that drive not just productivity, but the kind of leadership that inspires lasting impact. Michael unpacks how accountability is often misunderstood and misused—weaponized as blame rather than cultivated as ownership. We explore what it means to truly support people to be accountable, the distinction between leadership and management, and the systems thinking leaders must embrace to avoid finger-pointing and foster real results. Six Discussion Points Why “holding…

Walk into any gym on a Monday night and you’ll see it: Young lifters grinding through marathon sessions, punishing themselves with set after set, terrified that taking a day off will erase their progress. For many aspiring bodybuilders, rest is treated like a dirty word — a sign of weakness, laziness, or lack of discipline. But here’s the hard truth: If you’re never taking a day off, you’re not hardcore, you’re just overtrained. And sooner or later, that bill comes due. Trust me, paying it sucks. The Myth: Muscles Are Built in the Gym This misconception has been around forever.…

Protein is an important part of our daily diet because it provides many essential functions for our body such as tissue repair, immune support, bone health, and more. Protein is also a major component for weight loss. “Protein not only keeps you feeling fuller for longer (which naturally reduces overeating) but it also helps preserve and build lean muscle,” says Terry Tateossian, an ISSA Nutritionist and ISSA Personal Trainer, IIN Hormone Specialist, IIN Emotional Eating Coach, and the Founder of THOR: The House of Rose. She explains, “More muscle means a higher resting metabolic rate, so you burn more calories…

You still need sunscreen, we’ll say that up front. But there’s a growing body of research (and herbal wisdom) that says what you eat and drink can help protect your skin, too. While no supplement or smoothie will replace your broad-spectrum SPF, certain nutrients and plant compounds have been shown to support skin health, reduce UV-induced inflammation, and increase the skin’s natural resilience. Think of these foods and herbs as building your skin’s defenses from the inside out. This approach, sometimes referred to as “internal SPF,” leverages antioxidants, polyphenols, and vitamins that help reduce UV-induced inflammation, promote collagen integrity, and…

Ashley Kaltwasser stands as the most decorated IFBB Pro athlete in history, redefining excellence in the Bikini Pro division. With 53 professional wins—including a trio of Ms. Bikini Olympia titles—Kaltwasser’s career ranks as one of the legendary runs in bodybuilding history. Kaltwasser debuted in 2011 at the Arnold Amateur before earning her pro card in 2012. She’s never looked back since. Her resume includes victories at the Olympia and Arnold Classic. She tells host Frank Sepe that her career has flourished not just by her stage talents, but by her eagerness to evolve and always seek feedback, career advice she’d…

Strength is the foundation of aging well. It keeps you mobile, protects your joints, and enables you to handle everything from yardwork to travel with confidence. After 50, your body doesn’t just need exercise. It needs proof that you’re strong enough for the everyday challenges life throws your way. The best way to find out is through simple, research-backed strength tests. These tests measure how well your body performs in real-world situations, not just in the gym. They highlight the muscles and skills that matter most for long-term health: balance, coordination, endurance, and functional power. Passing them is like earning…

At one point or another, you’ve probably spent a ridiculous amount of time perched on the porcelain throne, scrolling through Instagram while waiting for a number two to slip out of your rear. But no matter how hard you tried, the toilet remained empty. What’s worse, this failure-to-poo situation may have occurred multiple days in a row. So besides straining to drop a deuce (a big no-no), what’s a backed-up person supposed to do? Thankfully, a few dietary changes could help get your poos back on track. Here, registered dietitians share the dietary substances that may help regulate your bowel…

When done right, snacking can be healthy and help curb your appetite in between meals, but what you snack on matters. Filling up in junk obviously isn’t great for your overall well-being or weight management goals, but even when you think you’re eating healthy snacks, sometimes that isn’t enough to boost your nutrition and energy. Violeta Morris is an MS, RDN from Columbus, OH, The Concierge Dietitian and knows a thing or two about proper snacking but realized she wasn’t getting the full health benefits with her daily snack of fruit. After switching up her snack routine, Morris not only…