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Feeling detached? Here’s how to use mindfulness for dissociation
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 12/30/25 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 12/30/25

Feeling detached? Here’s how to use mindfulness for dissociation

Dissociation can feel scary or isolating. Discover why it happens, and 10 mindful tools and habits that can help you reconnect, rebuild safety, and find calm again.

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How to teach gratitude to kids: 8 simple ways to practice
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/30/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/30/25

How to teach gratitude to kids: 8 simple ways to practice

Gratitude for kids doesn’t have to be forced. Explore 8 joyful and creative ways to help children notice the good, express thanks, and feel more connected every day.

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Why “new year, new me” usually backfires (and what to try instead)
Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 12/30/25 Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 12/30/25

Why “new year, new me” usually backfires (and what to try instead)

Do you really need to reinvent yourself every year? (Hint: no.) Learn why the “new year, new me” mindset can be toxic and 6 tips for a calmer, more sustainable start to the year.

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How to throw a meaningful (and memorable) New Year’s party
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/30/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/30/25

How to throw a meaningful (and memorable) New Year’s party

Hosting a New Year’s party? Discover 7 mindful tips to keep it calm, joyful, and full of meaning — so you start the year with ease and intention.

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22 new year wishes to send your friends, family, and coworkers
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/30/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/30/25

22 new year wishes to send your friends, family, and coworkers

Want to wish the people in your life a Happy New Year in a special way? Discover 22 new year wishes to share with family, friends, significant others, clients, and co-workers.

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18 ideas for New Year’s resolutions (and how to stick to them)
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 12/29/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 12/29/25

18 ideas for New Year’s resolutions (and how to stick to them)

Do you have a hard time sticking to your New Year's resolutions? Explore what makes a good resolution and 18 new year resolutions ideas you will actually stick to.

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Why do traumatic births happen? Plus, how to gently heal
Physical Wellbeing Calm Editorial Team 12/29/25 Physical Wellbeing Calm Editorial Team 12/29/25

Why do traumatic births happen? Plus, how to gently heal

If your birth experience left you shaken, you’re not alone. Learn what a traumatic birth is, why it happens, and 12 tips to help you start healing physically and emotionally. 

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10 signs of parental alienation (and how to recover)
Parenting, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 12/29/25 Parenting, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 12/29/25

10 signs of parental alienation (and how to recover)

Parental alienation can leave lasting scars into adulthood. Discover the signs and symptoms, plus 10 tips to help you heal.

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Why you have a competitive personality (and how to balance it)
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 12/29/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 12/29/25

Why you have a competitive personality (and how to balance it)

Is your competitive side running the show? Learn the psychology behind a competitive personality, its benefits and drawbacks, and 10 ways to manage it with compassion.

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8 signs you have fake friends (and what to do about it)
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/26/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/26/25

8 signs you have fake friends (and what to do about it)

Not sure if your friendship is real or one-sided? Learn how to recognize fake friends, why people act this way, and 8 ways to handle it with self-respect and kindness.

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7 mindful tips to make positive first impressions
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/26/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/26/25

7 mindful tips to make positive first impressions

Want to make a great first impression without all the stress? These 7 mindfulness-based tips help you relax, show up authentically, and make meaningful connections.

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Is the invisible string theory harmful? What you need to know
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/26/25 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 12/26/25

Is the invisible string theory harmful? What you need to know

The invisible string theory sounds romantic, but it can also hurt. Learn how it may create emotional traps, and 10 ways to stay grounded when destiny starts feeling heavy.

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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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