Everywhere we look, there are articles on how to reduce stress. Of course, we want to reduce stress. Stress is not good for us, right? Maybe yes, maybe no. Here’s more…

Any external or internal stimulus that prompts a biological response is known as stress. Our body responds in many ways to deal with stress, ranging from minor changes to life-threatening effects. Here are some of the significant adverse effects of stress on our primary physiological systems…

What causes you stress and anxiety might create energy and excitement in another. Following this thinking, new research indicates that it is not enough to consider how much or what type of stress we experience (Rudland et al., 2020). It suggests it is more about how we perceive and respond to it. Whether we interpret stress as good or bad is influenced by many factors. Read more in this week’s blog…

Many of us push our minds and bodies to the limit, often at the expense of our physical and mental well-being. Relaxation techniques are helpful tools for coping with stress and promoting long-term health. They slow the body down and quiet the mind. Here are a few of these techniques…