Anxiety is a common emotional response and something everyone grapples with at some point in their lives. It's a physical sensation that can be triggered by many factors, such as stress, fear, or ...

According to Bonnie Mitchell, DBH, LPCC, the clinical director at Healthy Life Recovery, the parasympathetic nervous system is a crucial, yet often overlooked aspect of mental health. "This ‘rest and ...

Breathwork practices have emerged as powerful tools for managing stress and promoting mental well-being in our increasingly fast-paced world. While simple deep breathing serves as a helpful starting ...

Your body’s alarm system has been blaring all day. Deadlines loom, notifications ping, and that familiar tension creeps into your shoulders and jaw. You’re operating in survival mode, with your ...

Travelers typically welcome the jolt of excited adrenaline that sharpens the senses and takes our breath temporarily away—it’s the physical proof of an awe-inspiring adventure. Yet, those same ...

Imagine walking through a park and suddenly spotting a bear. Normally your heart starts beating faster and your blood vessels constrict. That’s the sympathetic nervous system preparing your body for a ...

The sympathetic nervous system, which helps your heart and other vital organs function all the time, increases activity in response to danger or stress, preparing the body for extra demands. Stress is ...

Research suggests that our mindsets about stress—the beliefs we hold about whether stress is harmful or potentially helpful—dramatically influence how stress affects us physiologically, cognitively, ...

Is your world dominated by wellness trends like mindfulness apps, guided meditation and breathwork challenges? We have good ...