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How to Relax About Relaxation
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How to Relax About Relaxation

October 7, 2018

It’s a self-defeating trend—being competitive about meditation. Here are nine stress-free ways to destress.

Summer is Over…Prepare for the Season of Stress
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Summer is Over…Prepare for the Season of Stress

Sarah Hiner | September 6, 2018

September through December is a time of high stress. Sarah Hiner, CEO of Bottom Line Inc, shares her unique de-stressers.

Why Some People Feel Stress More Intensely Than Others
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Why Some People Feel Stress More Intensely Than Others

Diego Pizzagalli, PhD | June 14, 2018

Surprising new finding on stress: Too little cortisol is just as bad as too much!

It’s Time to Lower Your Stress—The Not-So-Silent Killer
At the Heart of It All

It’s Time to Lower Your Stress—The Not-So-Silent Killer

Suzanne Steinbaum | February 24, 2018

When it comes to stress, it is critical to look at both what stresses us out and what de-stresses us…so we can combat this chronic threat to our health.

Abuse Harms Your Mind—and Your Body
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Abuse Harms Your Mind—and Your Body

Vincent J. Felitti, MD | December 13, 2017

Emotional trauma, including sexual abuse, harms more than your psyche. It can set the stage for serious health problems...

Stress and Heart Health
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Stress and Heart Health

Suzanne Steinbaum | November 7, 2017

Women are under a tremendous amount of stress every day. But they often ignore the symptoms of this stress, even as it negatively affects their health.

Why Can’t I Focus or Concentrate?
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Why Can’t I Focus or Concentrate?

Arthur Ciaramicoli, EdD, PhD | August 2, 2017

Use This In Case of Emergency—My Favorite Instant Stress Busters
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Use This In Case of Emergency—My Favorite Instant Stress Busters

Sarah Hiner | June 7, 2017

Sometimes you just need some plain simple how-to advice—such as when you are sitting in traffic and are totally stressing…

Tax Day Stress Relievers
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Tax Day Stress Relievers

April 6, 2017

Five natural ways to reduce stress and tension.

The Natural Way to Beat Stress
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The Natural Way to Beat Stress

Maria Noël Groves, RH | April 5, 2017

In today’s always-on-the-go, connected-to-everyone world, many of us feel constantly stimulated. No wonder up to 90% of all doctor visits…

Stressed? Chill In 90 Seconds
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Stressed? Chill In 90 Seconds

Loren Fishman, MD | July 6, 2016

When you’re so keyed up that you can’t even begin to think how to relax, this simple move will start…

Guide to Easy Ways to Relieve Stress
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Guide to Easy Ways to Relieve Stress

December 7, 2015

When you’re really stressed out, knowing that it’s bad for your health just adds to the anxiety—and telling yourself to…

The Latest Anti-Stress Trend: Coloring Books for Adults
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The Latest Anti-Stress Trend: Coloring Books for Adults

Allen Elkin, PhD | July 9, 2015

Heard about the new relaxation trend? You don’t need a yoga mat or soothing scents or a Tibetan drum. You…

Stress Can Be Good for You
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Stress Can Be Good for You

Kelly McGonigal, PhD | June 17, 2015

Yes, it’s true—you just need to have the right mind-set… When it comes to protecting your health, stress is one…

Stress and Your Body
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Stress and Your Body

Brooke Kalanick, ND | June 1, 2015

Bottom Line/Health: From insomnia to breakouts to missing a period, women’s bodies are acutely affected by stress – even more…