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Sadism vs masochism: how to spot the differences
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 12/23/25 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 12/23/25

Sadism vs masochism: how to spot the differences

Sadism and masochism often get confused, but there are key differences. We’ll break down their signs, causes, and what they can mean for your wellbeing.

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The surprising truth about depression in women (and how to cope)
Mental Health, Women's Health Calm Editorial Team 12/23/25 Mental Health, Women's Health Calm Editorial Team 12/23/25

The surprising truth about depression in women (and how to cope)

Feeling unlike yourself lately? Explore the signs of depression in women, why it’s common, and 7 supportive ways to start feeling more like you again.

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Get your best night’s sleep with the Calm Bedding Collection
Calm News Calm Editorial Team 12/22/25 Calm News Calm Editorial Team 12/22/25

Get your best night’s sleep with the Calm Bedding Collection

Calm is taking our world-class sleep solutions out of the app and into your bedroom, with comfy cozy pillows, linen sprays, and more, now available exclusively at Target.

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How to build (or repair) your mother-daughter relationship
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/22/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/22/25

How to build (or repair) your mother-daughter relationship

Mother-daughter relationships can be both tender and tense. Learn 10 grounded ways to rebuild empathy, repair old wounds, and grow together as adults with compassion.

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How to naturally manage your PMS mood swings: 6 mindful tips
Physical Wellbeing, Women's Health Calm Editorial Team 12/22/25 Physical Wellbeing, Women's Health Calm Editorial Team 12/22/25

How to naturally manage your PMS mood swings: 6 mindful tips

Feeling off before your period? Discover 6 tips to reduce PMS mood swings, balance your hormones, and feel calmer throughout your cycle.

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How distress tolerance skills can help when life feels overwhelming
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 12/19/25 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 12/19/25

How distress tolerance skills can help when life feels overwhelming

Distress tolerance skills, from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), can help you manage tough emotions. Learn 12 ways to use them to get through life's hard moments.

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What is compassion? Plus, 10 mindful ways to practice it daily
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 12/18/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 12/18/25

What is compassion? Plus, 10 mindful ways to practice it daily

Compassion is deeper than kindness. Explore what compassion really means, its benefits, and 10 research-backed ways to bring more compassion to your relationships.

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How to spot contempt in your relationship (and 6 tips to stop it)
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/18/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/18/25

How to spot contempt in your relationship (and 6 tips to stop it)

Contempt in relationships can quietly erode love. Learn 6 ways to improve communication, reconnect deeply, and create emotional safety in your partnership again.

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5 simple relaxation meditations that actually work
Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 12/18/25 Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 12/18/25

5 simple relaxation meditations that actually work

Incorporating a relaxation meditation into your day can help relieve stress fast. Here are 5 of the best ones to try, plus simple techniques to create a routine that sticks.

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How a simple 10-minute meditation can help you find focus and calm
Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 12/17/25 Meditation & Mindfulness Calm Editorial Team 12/17/25

How a simple 10-minute meditation can help you find focus and calm

Think you’re too busy to meditate? Think again. Discover how a 10-minute meditation can boost focus and calm, and 8 tips to build your own quick mindfulness routine.

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What is email etiquette? Plus, why it matters at work
Workplace Wellness Calm Editorial Team 12/17/25 Workplace Wellness Calm Editorial Team 12/17/25

What is email etiquette? Plus, why it matters at work

Email etiquette in the workplace sets an important tone. Learn why it matters, and 5 ways to send clearer, kinder messages that build better professional relationships.

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25 thoughtful gifting experiences for everyone on your list
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/16/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/16/25

25 thoughtful gifting experiences for everyone on your list

Gifting experiences can make lifelong memories with the people you love. Learn what it means, why it matters, and 25 thoughtful experience gifts for everyone on your list.

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What is inner child healing? Plus, how to mindfully get started 
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 12/16/25 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 12/16/25

What is inner child healing? Plus, how to mindfully get started 

Inner child healing can help shift your deeply wounded patterns with compassion. Explore how it works, why it’s important, and 7 ways to use mindfulness to get started.

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How to honor Mental Wellness Month in January
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 12/15/25 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 12/15/25

How to honor Mental Wellness Month in January

January is Mental Wellness Month — perfect timing for a reset. Explore 8 activities, grounding rituals, and workplace ideas to support your mental wellbeing.

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Are you constantly overworking? 6 tips to overcome workaholism
Workplace Wellness Calm Editorial Team 12/15/25 Workplace Wellness Calm Editorial Team 12/15/25

Are you constantly overworking? 6 tips to overcome workaholism

Workaholism can look like drive, but really, it’s disconnection, and it can quickly drain you. Learn the signs of overworking, why it happens, and 6 steps to help you find balance.

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Can the “orange peel theory” predict success in your relationship?
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/12/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/12/25

Can the “orange peel theory” predict success in your relationship?

TikTok’s viral ‘orange peel theory’ test might be sweet, but it’s not the full story when it comes to relationships. Learn 10 grounded love lessons, no fruit required.

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How ruminating can affect your mental health — and 8 ways to cope
Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 12/12/25 Stress & Anxiety Calm Editorial Team 12/12/25

How ruminating can affect your mental health — and 8 ways to cope

Ever get stuck playing the same negative thought over and over? That's rumination. Explore why it happens, how to spot the signs, and 8 ways to break the loop and find peace.

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10 mindful Christmas games your family or friends will enjoy
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/11/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/11/25

10 mindful Christmas games your family or friends will enjoy

Looking for easy ways to connect with your family or friends this Christmas? These 10 mindful (and fun) Christmas games are perfect for bringing everyone together.

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What science says are the best times to take your vitamins 
Physical Wellbeing Calm Editorial Team 12/11/25 Physical Wellbeing Calm Editorial Team 12/11/25

What science says are the best times to take your vitamins 

Learn the best times to take all of your vitamins in this complete guide. From vitamin C to iron, learn when to take each and how to get the most from your supplement routine.

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How screen time before bed *actually* affects your rest
Sleep Calm Editorial Team 12/10/25 Sleep Calm Editorial Team 12/10/25

How screen time before bed *actually* affects your rest

There’s a lot said about the way screentime before bed can disrupt sleep. Learn what the science really says about light exposure, and 7 ways to scroll more mindfully at night.

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