These TikTok Creators Are Changing the Way We Look at Meditation and ASMR
Who knew watching someone narrate a shopping experience at T.J. Maxx could be so soothing?
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Ellen O'Brien
Ellen O’Brien is a former digital editor at Yoga Journal and Outside. Her work has appeared in Washingtonian magazine and The Knot. A resident of New York City, you can often find her heading to a hot yoga class or the best happy hour deal.
My Stories
Who Says You Can’t Do Yoga in an Exercise Dress?
I tried it—and I may never go back to leggings.
Is Your Young Child Anxious About Returning to School? Sesame Street to the Rescue!
Who wouldn't want to learn mindfulness from Elmo, Grover, or Cookie Monster?
COVID-19 News Stressing You Out? This May Be The Solution
Research shows that it just takes 10 days to find a calmer state (yes, really)!
Pop Superstar Lorde’s Album “Solar Power” Highlights the Problem With Burning Palo Santo
And she learned about it on YJ! Yes, we're still freaking out.
This Is the Secret to Making Your Brain Quicker
And it only takes about eight weeks.
These 15-Minute Yoga Workouts Will Make You Break a Sweat
Why choose between yoga and a workout when you can do both?
What Is Mindfulness, Really?
Beyond the buzzword, mindfulness can help you tap into the present moment and improve your overall health and well-being. Here’s what you need to know.
Need To Scream It Out? There’s a Meditation For That.
Yes, you can jump, dance, and even scream your way to a more energized state of being—mindfully, of course.
How Yoga Teachers Are Constrained By Non-Competes
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The Best Thick Yoga Mats for Adding Cushion to Your Practice
Want a new mat to support your practice? Pamper yourself with a thick mat for more joint protection and comforting cushion.
This Practice is Scientifically Proven to Boost Your Balance
New research shows that just two weekly 90-minute yoga sessions can improve balance and motor learning as you age. Here, the asana sequence researchers used.
How Mindful Hypnotherapy Can Combat Stress and Anxiety, According to Research
This innovative new at-home practice is an accessible way to feel calm and grounded.