Julia Ries

Julia Ries is an L.A.-based writer covering health, wellness and life-type stuff for Rewire, HuffPost, VICE and Healthline, among other publications. You can see her work at juliaries.com.

Love

You Want Therapy. Your Partner Doesn’t.

What to do if your partner doesn’t want to join you in couples therapy.

Health

As Suicidal Ideation Increases During COVID, Here Are Ways to Cope

7 steps you can take if you are experiencing suicidal thoughts.

Health

How to Cope With Loneliness in a Socially Distant World

Experts weigh in and offer tips to combat loneliness.

Will the Sudden Switch to Online Schooling Improve Access Forever?

Online learning is not without challenges but holds promise for what's possible.

Trying to Find Our Life's Purpose is Stressing Us Out

Be realistic, and be practical.

Is Working Remotely Making You More Depressed and Lonely?

Listen to your gut and pay attention to what you need.

Why the 3-Digit Suicide Hotline Matters

More than 1 in 10 young adults report having suicidal thoughts.

How Instagram Ads Have Changed the Way We Shop

And duped us along the way.

Are You in Love With Your Partner, or the Idea of Them?

'Fantasy bonds' can get in the way of having fulfilling relationships.

Vibe Check: Is Your Week Regularly Wearing You Down?

Take note of how your weekly activities make you feel.

How Helping Others Can Improve Your Life, Too

Giving back can trigger endorphins in your brain and give you a sense of purpose.

5 Ways to Squeeze Self-Care into Your Office Workday

You might have to get creative.