Mental Health

Feeling stressed or sad? You're not alone. These resources, expert tips and real-life advice will help you cope.

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Hoda Kotb and Alex Warren Reveal Why They Stopped Talking About Their Dads After They Died

Grammy-nominated singer Alex Warren tells Hoda there’s one simple thing he wishes more people would do when someone dies.
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Hoda Kotb Alex Warren Making Space

Hoda Kotb Says She’s Always ‘Rushing.’ Jonathan Haidt Says to Change 2 Things on Her Phone

In the latest episode of Making Space, social psychologist and bestselling author Jonathan Haidt tells Hoda what she can do right now to reduce distractions.
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Hoda Kotb Asks Emma Heming Willis How She Celebrated Turning 50 During Bruce’s Illness—and Her Answer Is Beautifully Honest

Emma Heming Willis shares with Hoda Kotb how she is giving herself permission to embrace joy — even in the midst of caregiving and grief.
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Emma Heming Willis Hoda Kotb Making Space

Hoda Kotb Gets Emotional When Esther Perel Asks Her This 1 Question About Life

Hoda Kotb gets emotional when Esther Perel leads her through a simple 3-step exercise. Her answers reveal why women feel so depleted — and what they can do about it.
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Asking Yourself This 1 Question Every Morning Will Change Your Entire Day, Says Bestselling Author Mark Nepo

During an episode of Making Space, Mark Nepo shares with Hoda Kotb the simple morning rituals that help him feel joy, stay present and find meaning in his daily routine.
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Making Space Hoda Kotb and Mark Nepo

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A 3-Step Plan to Give Your Diet, Fitness Routine and Mindset a Reset for Spring

It's time to give your health routine a refresh! These expert-backed strategies will boost your metabolism, mood and motivation.
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Al Roker Offers Words of Encouragement After a Tough Week in Calming Instagram Videos

“It’s going to be another week, and we just have to get in there and get it done,” Al said.
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A 31-Day Workout Plan and Diet Tips Designed to Boost Your Mental Health

This month, focus on food and movement thats boosts mood, energy and metabolism, while going easy on the joints.
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Woman jogging

The 5 Types of Friendships We All Need in Our Lives

Studies suggest that friendships are as essential to our health, well-being and longevity as diet and exercise.

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Meditation Expert Shares the 1 Most Important Daily Habit That Helps Her Find 'Pure Joy'

Yasmine Cheyenne shares a day in her life, including the meals, workouts and daily habits that help her find happiness and calm.

Do this 1 breathing exercise before you get out of bed to change the tone of your entire day

If you're feeling stressed or anxious, it only takes one minute to breathe and reset — and you can do it before you even get out of bed.
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Woman laying in bed