Breathing is one of the simplest and most powerful tools for managing stress. Slow, deep breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system—the body's "rest and digest" mode—which counteracts the ...

At one point, my husband and I had three children under age four. The idea of practicing self-care was a farfetched dream. We were in survival mode at all times, buried in diaper changes, night ...

High achievers, by nature, often purposefully put themselves in situations where new challenges pop up unexpectedly around every corner. While these challenges are often experienced as exhilarating ...

Overthinking at night - about insomnia and other matters - is a common problem for many of my patients with sleep disorders. It interferes with falling asleep or going back to sleep, and prevents ...

Do your school mornings feel hectic? Get 9 strategies that will help you eliminate morning stress and calm your daily routine. School mornings for youngsters can be hectic. Between brushing teeth, ...

Anxiety is a feeling that just about everyone can relate to. We feel anxious when we're unsure what will happen next, are worried about what to say or do in a given situation or don't know how to ...

At one point, my husband and I had three children under age four. The idea of practicing self-care was a farfetched dream. We were in survival mode at all times, buried in diaper changes, night ...

Every parent knows the challenge of helping children manage big emotions, but finding effective calming tools for kids that don’t break the bank can feel like searching for a unicorn! If you’ve ever ...