Being bored isn’t always a bad thing. There is often so much happening in life that sometimes it’s important to take a moment, do a little less and allow ourselves time to decompress and unwind. How ...

Alcohol has long been synonymous with relaxation. If you want to unwind after a rough day at work—or kick back on the couch, at a baseball game, or in the pool—there’s historically been a good chance ...

In today’s fast-paced world, stress is an inevitable companion. After all, countless responsibilities, work commitments, and social commitments make it challenging to find time to relax. One poll ...

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 ...

This post was written by guest author Nicola Blake, interim provost and vice president at Guttman Community College, a mom of two, and a Complete College America Fellow. Relaxing isn't as easy as it ...

Take a moment, or a few, for yourself on National Relaxation Day. Wednesday is National Relaxation Day. If you are stuck at work and missing out on a spa day or reading at the beach, relax, literally.

Autogenic training refers to using the mind to help a person relax their body. It is a type of relaxation technique that may help people improve their well-being and overall quality of life. In 1932, ...

Deep breathing, guided imagery, yoga, and meditation may help slow the body’s stress response and promote a sense of calm. These tools work best as part of a broader approach, which can include ...

Life can get pretty hectic, can’t it? Between work related obligations, family, caregiving, and everything else on your plate ...

Dear Carol: I’m taking care of my 68-year-old husband with several serious medical diagnoses, as well as my 97-year-old mother in memory care. My daily drive to memory care for my mom is emotionally ...