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26 ways to feel good in Atlanta this year

It’s a brand-new year, Atlanta, and we’re leaning into feeling good. Whether you focus on a new goal or embrace your favorite indulgence, starting the year off right means nourishing yourself: mind, body, and soul.

Not sure where to begin? Let us help. We’ve rounded up some creative ways to feel good this year, from adventures that get you out of your comfort zone to self-care solutions that won’t break the bank. And sometimes it feels great to help someone else feel good: Check out our volunteering opportunities for places where you can lend a helping hand.

Starting a new year is an opportunity for growth and a reminder to love yourself as you are. To find the balance, we asked some of our favorite wellness experts what they’re doing to feel good this year and how you can do the same—this year and every year.

By Tyra Douyon, Rachel Garbus, and Lauren Finney Harden

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6 ways to get out of your comfort zone in Atlanta this year

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It’s a brand-new year, Atlanta, and we’re leaning into feeling good. Here are six ways to get out of your comfort zone, from meeting new people at Wacky Social Club to reading silently with others at Silent Book Club.
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5 ways to treat yourself in Atlanta this year

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It’s a brand-new year, Atlanta, and we’re leaning into feeling good. Here are five ways to treat yourself, from a top-of-the-line facial at Artisan Beauté’s Aquagold Fine Touch to tickling your tastebuds with viral Dubai chocolate at Confections Bakery and Cafe.
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5 solo dates to take in Atlanta this year

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It’s a brand-new year, Atlanta, and we’re leaning into feeling good. Here are five ways to take on this year solo from attending a forest-bathing session at the Chattahoochee Nature Center to going on a self-guided street art tour using the Atlanta Street Art Map.
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5 ways to help others feel good in Atlanta this year

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It’s a brand-new year, Atlanta, and we’re leaning into feeling good. Here are five ways to help others feel good from helping the unhoused at Hope Atlanta to helping grow food to feed your neighbors at Concrete Jungle.
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5 ways to take care of yourself in Atlanta this year

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It’s a brand-new year, Atlanta, and we’re leaning into feeling good. Here are five ways to take care of yourself from glowing up with facial acupuncture at Core Acupuncture Health and Wellness to getting fresh air with a hike at Red Top Mountain State Park.
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6 experts tell us how you can feel good in Atlanta this year

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It’s a brand-new year, Atlanta, and we’re leaning into feeling good. Starting a new year is an opportunity for growth and a reminder to love yourself as you are. To find the balance, we asked some of our favorite wellness experts what they’re doing to feel good this year and how you can do the same—this year and every year.
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