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How to stop crying: 8 tips to help you feel steadier
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 7/30/26 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 7/30/26

How to stop crying: 8 tips to help you feel steadier

Ever wonder why we cry, or if you cry too much? Learn how to stop crying when you need to, plus what causes tears, why crying helps, and when to get help.

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Toxic parents: 7 warning signs and how to deal with them
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/30/26 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/30/26

Toxic parents: 7 warning signs and how to deal with them

Are you struggling with a challenging parent? Here's how to know if your parents are (actually) toxic and 7 tips to help you deal with, and heal from, them.

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90 funny summer jokes for kids: clean, short, and silly
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/29/26 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/29/26

90 funny summer jokes for kids: clean, short, and silly

From beach puns to campfire riddles, these 90 summer jokes to ask kids are sorted by setting and age so you’ve always got one up your sleeve.

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How to lucid dream: 6 techniques to control your dreams
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/29/26 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/29/26

How to lucid dream: 6 techniques to control your dreams

Discover what lucid dreaming is, including how and why it works, according to the research. Plus, how to have lucid dreams and wake yourself up from them.

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Vivid dreams: what they mean and how to stop them
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/29/26 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/29/26

Vivid dreams: what they mean and how to stop them

Ever had a dream that felt too real? Explore what vivid dreams mean, what causes them, and how to stop vivid dreams if they’re keeping you up at night.

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How to get out of survival mode: 7 tips to help you thrive
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 7/28/26 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 7/28/26

How to get out of survival mode: 7 tips to help you thrive

Learn what it means to be living in survival mode, including the symptoms of chronic stress. Plus, how to get out of survival mode with 7 tips to help you thrive.

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Research Calm Editorial Team 7/28/26 Research Calm Editorial Team 7/28/26

The science behind Calm: 27 studies and surveys

Calm takes an evidence-based approach to well-being. Here's what researchers have found across sleep, stress, cancer care, workplace productivity, and more.

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How to regulate your nervous system and feel calmer
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 7/28/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 7/28/26

How to regulate your nervous system and feel calmer

Learn about the importance of your nervous system, what it is, and how regulating your nervous system helps you manage stress.

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Feeling anxious for no reason? Why it happens and what to do
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 7/27/26 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 7/27/26

Feeling anxious for no reason? Why it happens and what to do

Uncover the mystery of unexplained anxiety. Learn how to identify your triggers and equip yourself with practical strategies to manage anxiety effectively.

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How to choose the best meditation cushion for you
Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 7/27/26 Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 7/27/26

How to choose the best meditation cushion for you

Learn what meditation cushions are for, the 6 main types, and how to choose and use the best meditation cushion for you. Plus, handy substitutes if you don't have one.

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8 ways to connect with friends in honor of National Friendship Day
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/27/26 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/27/26

8 ways to connect with friends in honor of National Friendship Day

National Friendship Day (August 2) is your annual reminder that good friendships don't maintain themselves. Here are 8 ways to meaningfully connect with your friends.

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How to request time off work (with examples of what to say)
Workplace Wellness Calm Editorial Team 7/24/26 Workplace Wellness Calm Editorial Team 7/24/26

How to request time off work (with examples of what to say)

Requesting time off from work can be stressful, but it's important. Learn 7 best practices for asking for time off, and see examples of what to say to get the best outcome.

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Navy SEAL nap: Does the 8-minute sleep method work?
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/24/26 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 7/24/26

Navy SEAL nap: Does the 8-minute sleep method work?

Curious if the Navy SEAL nap actually works? So were we. Explore the benefits of napping with your legs elevated, and how to try this 8-minute nap for yourself.

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30 good questions to ask to get to know someone
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/23/26 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/23/26

30 good questions to ask to get to know someone

Explore personal questions to help you get to know someone and deepen your connection. Plus, learn how questions can be a tool to beat social anxiety.

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How to mend a broken heart: 8 steps to heal and recover
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/23/26 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/23/26

How to mend a broken heart: 8 steps to heal and recover

Heartbreak is painful, but there are ways to cope to feel better. Learn how to mend a broken heart and support yourself through the recovery process.

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World Suicide Prevention Day: why it matters and how to support
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 7/22/26 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 7/22/26

World Suicide Prevention Day: why it matters and how to support

Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. Learn what it means, why it matters, and 9 ways you can show your support and help spread awareness.

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Diabetes and mental health: 7 tips to help manage the emotional impact
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 7/14/26 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 7/14/26

Diabetes and mental health: 7 tips to help manage the emotional impact

Managing diabetes is a full-time job, and one that can impact your mental health. Explore the potential challenges, how mindfulness can help, and 7 tips to support your emotional well-being.

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How to honor Malala Day: 5 ways to make a difference
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 7/10/26 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 7/10/26

How to honor Malala Day: 5 ways to make a difference

July 12 is Malala Day, honoring Malala Yousafzai and every child's right to learn. Here are 5 meaningful ways to mark the day and take action.

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How to recognize the signs of insecurity in others
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/10/26 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 7/10/26

How to recognize the signs of insecurity in others

From bragging to self-doubt, here are the common signs that someone you know is insecure. Plus, why insecurity develops and how to respond to it with compassion.

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Calm & Visit Maine team up to explore the mindful magic of nature
Calm News, Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 7/9/26 Calm News, Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 7/9/26

Calm & Visit Maine team up to explore the mindful magic of nature

Calm has partnered with Visit Maine to transport you to a sanctuary for the spirit and the senses, with a new collection of meditations, Sleep Stories, soundscapes, and more.

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