Locke Hughes

freelance writer. health coach. believer in balance. lockehughes.com.

Hi! I'm a freelance journalist for sites such as The Huffington Post, Women's Health, SELF, Shape, and Greatist, among others. My goal is to empower people with the knowledge and tools to lead happier, healthier lives. I also work one-on-one with individuals as a certified health coach and trainer. Learn more about me at lockehughes.com.

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Wisdom//January 2, 2019

Always Late? Here’s How I Broke the Bad Habit in One Week

Community//December 27, 2018

How I Changed My Life in 2018

Community//November 14, 2018

Are You Burned Out—or Just Exhausted?

Community//October 11, 2018

17 Reasons I’m Excited to Enter My Thirties

Community//August 9, 2018

35 Little Things That Made Me Absurdly Happy in My 20s

Community//August 7, 2018

The One Phrase That Helps Me Stop Being So Hard on Myself

Wisdom//August 3, 2018

What Two Moves in Two Years Taught Me About Not Settling

Wonder//June 8, 2018

Two Lessons About Happiness That Completely Changed My Mindset

Community//June 8, 2018

Finding My Place to Call Home

Well-Being//June 6, 2018

These Habits Helped Me Bounce Back from Burnout

Well-Being//May 30, 2018

I Thought I Was Just Tired All the Time—but It Was Much More Than That

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Well-Being//May 4, 2018

Why I’m Not Letting Fear Control My Life Any Longer

Wisdom//April 21, 2018

What I Learned After Making a Huge Life Change That Didn't Work Out

Well-Being//April 3, 2018

This Is Why It’s Okay to Not Feel Happy All the Time

Wisdom//March 26, 2018

16 Brutal Truths I Regret Not Knowing at 21

Real Food Real People//February 26, 2018

A Doctor Shares How Keeping It Simple Is Sometimes Best for Our Health

Wisdom//February 15, 2018

How Traveling Alone Helped Me Remember the Power of Real-Life Connections

Wisdom//November 28, 2017

8 Surprising Lessons I Learned After Quitting My Job to Work for Myself

Wisdom//October 27, 2016

13 Things I’ve Learned About Life After 6 Years in New York City

Wisdom//November 27, 2016

How I Learned to Adjust to, and Appreciate, the “Waiting Periods” of Life

Wisdom//January 3, 2017

17 Things I’m Giving Up For A Happier 2017

Unplug & Recharge//May 11, 2017

19 Things I Could Do Besides Check Social Media (Again)

Wisdom//May 19, 2017

What I Wish Knew When I Graduated From College

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