Long-term stress has become a growing health concern. It can cause or make worse a range of physical illnesses such as cardiovascular disease (e.g., Steptoe & Kivimäki, 2012) and mental health issues ...

Chill out, calm down, chillax. We hear these messages frequently. The truth is, most of us don’t care to comply. In our time, we have seen the rise of the anti-relaxation movement. Given the choice ...

Imagine performing slow, fluid movements, almost like a silent dance. This is the essence of Tai Chi, a practice that goes far beyond mere physical exercise. Its main goal is to mobilize your body's ...

A TikTok trend called "voodoo magic" suggests slow, closed-eye movements can help you fall back asleep when waking up at night. While not directly tested, research on EMDR and sleep onset indicates ...

If you’re looking for a simple way to reduce stress and find calm, mindful gardening offers a natural path to relaxation. By focusing your attention on the sights, sounds, and smells around you as you ...

Waking up at 2 a.m. and struggling to fall back asleep can be frustrating, and staring at the ceiling only makes it worse. But a new viral trick gaining traction on TikTok might offer surprising ...