Editorial Policy
Last updated: March 1, 2025
Who creates the content
All articles, assessments, and AI training content on Life by Design are created or directly supervised by Dr. Morgan Ellis — a licensed psychologist (CA #PSY28847) with a PhD from UC Berkeley and certifications in Positive Psychology (IPPA), Stanford Life Design, and Grief Recovery (GRI).
No content is published by anonymous authors or third-party contributors without expert review. The AI coaching responses are trained on Dr. Ellis's methodology and reviewed by her for accuracy and appropriateness.
Our standards for claims
All factual claims in our articles are sourced from peer-reviewed research, established professional frameworks, or direct clinical experience. When we cite a study, we link to the original source or a reputable summary. We distinguish clearly between research findings and clinical opinion.
We do not publish claims that lack scientific support, even if they are popular or widely repeated in wellness media.
Pricing and service information
Subscription pricing is reviewed and updated monthly. All prices are displayed in USD and reflect current offerings. Prices updated: March 2025.
Conflicts of interest
Life by Design is an independent platform. We do not accept paid placements, sponsored content, or affiliate relationships that influence editorial decisions. When we recommend external resources, we do so because we believe they are genuinely useful — not because of any financial relationship.
Corrections policy
We correct errors promptly and transparently. If you find a factual error, please contact us at [email protected]. Significant corrections are noted at the top of the affected article with the date of correction.
What this platform is not
Life by Design is a coaching and educational platform. It is not a licensed mental health service, a crisis intervention service, or a substitute for professional psychological or psychiatric care. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988) or your local emergency services.