About the Calm Editorial Team

We’re a crew of Calm-ish writers and editors committed to helping you (and ourselves) navigate the messy reality of living in the real world. Our evidence-based, clinically reviewed, personal experience-centered articles are designed to support your mental health and wellbeing. 

And while we can’t swerve all of life’s curveballs for you, we can equip you with the tips, tricks, and tools you need to optimize your sleep, navigate stress & anxiety, and deepen your relationships.

💙 Want to know why the heck you keep waking up at 3am? We got you. 

💙 Need to figure out how to stop being a people-pleasing perfectionist? We’re here for it. 

💙 Feeling anxious for no reason or think you have brain rot? We have tips. 

The Calm Editorial Team

Marion Maclaine

Marion Maclaine is a writer, editor, Editorial Director, and Sleep Story writer at Calm. After navigating two life-changing mental health breakthroughs, she’s passionate about all things mental health, and has a soft spot for exploring the beautifully messy business of being human. 

When she’s not tapping away at her keyboard, she’s probably couch rotting unrepentantly, drinking tea like it’s a personality trait, or attempting to satiate her sweet tooth with yet another spoonful of chocolate spread. One spoon is never enough.  

💙 My mental health go-tos: Deep breaths. A good cup of tea. Irrationally long voice notes (even to myself — sounds weird and self-indulgent but don’t knock it ’til you’ve tried it). 

💙 My secret sleep hacks: Counting back from 1000 (I guarantee you won’t make it past the 700s.) Trying not to get back to sleep when you can’t get back to sleep. Cognitive shuffling. 

💙 I feel least calm when: Someone tells me to “calm down”. My to-do list exceeds the length of my yoga mat. My favorite mugs are dirty (first world problem, I know).

Rachel Lyle

Rachel Lyle is a writer, editor, and Certified Mindfulness Teacher (CMT-P) with big dreams of making mindfulness and wellbeing more accessible to everyone. After dealing with anxiety for most of her life, mindfulness and meditation were a literal life-changer, and she felt called to study and share them with others. 

With her friends, she’s as known for her meditation and self-care recommendations as she is for her “best-places-to-get-a-chocolate-chip-cookie” and “new-smutty-romance-you-need-to-read” recommendations. Because, #balance. 

💙 My mental health go-to: Get outside. Walk, hike, or sit in my hammock talking to the squirrels. Whatever it takes.

💙 My fave self-care trick: I’m a big fan of journaling. If I write out all my thoughts and feelings in the morning, it helps me start the day with less anxiety. If I dump all my worries or to-do lists in a journal before bed, it helps me sleep better. Win/win!

💙 I feel least calm when: I’m trying something new — it can be hard for a perfectionist. But I’m working on not letting “perfect be the enemy of good.” And remembering that excitement and anxiety can feel kinda similar, and without all the pressure to get something right, I really love learning.

Gina Hepburn

Gina Hepburn is a writer, editor, and editorial strategist focused on mental health and the daily juggle of modern life. Her interest in mental health deepened after becoming a mother and seeing how many of us are privately struggling to hold it together.

She’s grateful to do work that meets people where they are—especially on the tough days—and is drawn to honest conversations, creative connection, and the stories that help us make sense of it all.

💙 My mental health go-to: Meditation and journaling. Both help me slow down and actually hear what’s going on underneath — stress, overwhelm, or sometimes just “I need a snack and a nap.” That clarity makes it easier to know what I need and make a change, even if it’s a small one.

💙 My fave sleep trick: Calm’s Sleep Stories. I’m especially partial to anything Regency-era — The Hidden Waltz and the Jane Austen series are my lullaby playlist!

💙 I feel least calm when: Everyone’s talking at once, the pasta’s boiling over, and someone’s lost their math homework. That’s usually my cue to take a breath and remind myself it’s okay for life to look a little messy.

Ben Teitelbaum

Ben Teitelbaum is a writer, editor, producer, and creative strategist. After a decade of rewarding but relentless work in journalism, he joined Calm in 2020 to apply his passion for storytelling to his interest in mindfulness and mental health (and maybe find some work-life balance along the way).

Off the clock, he’s an outgoing, adventurous traveler who brings the spirit of summer camp to everyday life, especially when he’s taking care of 2-year-old Ella and 8-month-old Henry.

💙 My mental health go-to: Spending time outdoors and moving my body. Whether I’m biking by the beach or playing basketball at the park, being active in the sunshine is a foolproof way to reset my mind and mood. (Shout out to California for making this possible.)

💙 My fave sleep trick: A hot shower right before I get into bed. It brings down my body temperature (it’s true… check the science) and literally washes away the worries of the day.

💙 I feel least calm when: I get a call from daycare that my kid is sick and needs to be picked up.

Lucy Geng

Lucy Geng is a writer and editor at Calm who believes vulnerability, shared experience, and the right words can help others feel less alone. Writing has always been her way of processing and healing through mental health ups and downs, and she's grateful to bring her voice to the Calm community.

When she wants to switch her brain off, she’s usually in the kitchen trying a new recipe — anything tasty and nourishing, like healthy twists on her favorite desserts! Food is her love language, so she'll take any excuse to cook or bake for the people she loves.

💙 My mental health go-to: A social media detox. When life gets overwhelming, logging off instantly makes me feel better. Turns out my anxiety and screen time go hand in hand. 

💙 My fave sleep trick: A gentle yoga flow on my mat, noticing where my body’s holding onto tension from the day. I love pairing it with tracks from Calm’s Sleep Music library (big fan of sleepy lo-fi). 

💙 I feel least calm when: My routine gets messed up. As a type-A gal, structure gives me peace of mind. But I try to remind myself that it’s about consistency, not perfection. Every day is a chance to start fresh!