Julia Ries Wexler
Julia Ries Wexler is a writer for SELF, National Geographic, The Cut, Condé Nast Traveler, Outside Magazine, among other national media outlets. You can check out some of her work (and contact her) at www.juliarieswexler.com.
Mental Health
How to Trick Your Brain Into Doing Something You’re Avoiding
No motivation? No problem. Here's how to give yourself that extra nudge you need.
Health
A Practical Guide to Actually Quit Drinking
Whether you’re taking a brief break or going sober for good, these tricks can help.
Diarrhea
3 Things to Do When Traveler’s Diarrhea Is Ruining Your Life
Read this before you toss back the Imodium.
Life
4 Things to Do After an Incredibly Draining Family Visit
As they say, you don’t choose your family.
Mental Health
5 Simple Ways to Get Ahead of Holiday Stress Right Now
Because it doesn’t take much for things to go from festive to frenzied.
Sleep
Sleep Doctors Swear By This Simple Morning Habit
It might take some practice, but your body will thank you.
Weight Management
Can You Ask If Someone’s Taking a GLP-1?
Here’s what not to say—and how not to say it.
Sleep
How to Keep This Weekend’s Time Change From Wrecking Your Sleep
It’s not quite as simple as “gaining” an extra hour.
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Health
Yes, You Can Probably Poop Better. Here’s How
A few small steps can make your toilet time smoother, faster, and more comfortable.
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Health
August Is Prime Time for Mosquitoes—and the Diseases They Carry. Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Three easy steps can lower your chances of an itchy bite (or worse).
Fitness
Why Do I Sometimes Sob Right in the Middle of My Peloton Workout?!
An explanation of why sweat isn’t always the only kind of waterworks in production.
Periods
Why Do I Feel Ridiculously Tired During My Period?
Turns out, there are plenty of things that can zap your energy levels during menstruation.
Mental Health
Everything You Need to Know About Ketamine Therapy
From what it actually is to whether it lives up to all the hype.
Life
‘Worry Windows’ Got Me Through One of My Most Stressful Years
Scheduling time to stew might feel unnatural at first, but experts recommend it for a reason.
Career
3 Things to Do When You Feel Like Everyone Else Is More Successful Than You
Spoiler alert: They’re probably not. But here’s how to resist the comparison trap.
Sexual & Reproductive Health
The Very Real Ways Stress Can Screw With Your Menstrual Cycle
And what you can do to make it less likely to affect you.
Dating
6 People Who Found Love Without Dating Apps Share How They Did It
A little inspiration for anyone who is so sick of swiping.
Sexual & Reproductive Health
9 Reasons Why You Have Pain After Sex and How to Find Relief
Because sex should you leave you satisfied, not sore.
