Your brain works tirelessly throughout the day to keep your body moving in the right direction; therefore, although often ignored, it is important to inculcate certain lifestyle changes into your ...

Meditating is a proven way to reduce stress, improve sleep and keep you engaged in your work and relationships. While a regular meditation practice might sound intimidating, it can actually be quite ...

Sometimes sitting still and focusing on your breath feels impossible, especially when your mind races a million miles per hour. Meditation works wonders for many people, but it’s not the only path to ...

The 4-7-8 breathing technique for sleep is often recommend as an easy calming exercise for those who struggle to drift off, but how does it compare to the Wim Hof method? And which controlled ...

You don't have to be a grandma to get enjoyment from these calming activities. Those of us who are often overwhelmed and overstimulated would take any and all measures just to silence that constant ...

EDITOR’S NOTE: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

Even in retirement, you can have a lot on your plate. Maybe your schedule is full of doctor appointments and family visits. Or, you have a busy calendar of social meetups and exercise classes. Do you ...

Brain scans show that time in nature quiets stress circuits, restores attention, and reduces rumination in measurable ways.

A creative life might not be easy, but author Martha Beck believes it can pare and perhaps eliminate anxiety. Even creative pursuits like gardening, cooking and knitting can calm an overactive brain. ...

From exercise to microbes to the brain. Source: Sankalpmaya/iStock Exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health, but it also has a surprising impact on your mood. That’s because there ...

One barrier to sleeping well is high mental activity, or consistent mental chatter, when we are in bed. Unfortunately, we don’t have a switch that turns our brains off, and many of us think and worry ...