The Balance Blog

June 20, 2025

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How to be more productive in life: 20 expert tips

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A relaxing couch setup ideal for practicing bilateral stimulation.

August 11, 2023

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Everything you need to know about bilateral stimulation

Explore an anxiety-reducing technique you may not have heard of: bilateral stimulation.

Illustration of two people talking and calmly setting boundaries in relationships.

August 8, 2023

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The power of saying no: A guide to setting boundaries in relationships

“No” can be difficult to say to loved ones. Discover how to do it clearly and compassionately.

A journal used to build a daily gratitude habit.

August 4, 2023

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Building a gratitude habit: 9 free gratitude journal prompts

Gratitude *is* a habit.

An illustration of a proud-looking person practicing self-concept affirmations for mental health.

August 1, 2023

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How to use self-concept affirmations for your mental health

Learn what positive affirmations are, how they work, and 9 to try.

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July 28, 2023

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Unraveling toxic relationship patterns

Learn if your relationship is toxic or if it's just how you're relating, and discover tips to help.

A bingo board featuring 24 mental wellness activities to celebrate National Wellness Month.

July 27, 2023

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24 of our favorite mental wellness activities

24 ideas to help you celebrate National Wellness Month.