There’s a particular moment during a good massage when your mind finally stops negotiating. The shoulders drop. The jaw loosens. Thoughts that were crowding each other like rush-hour traffic begin to ...

This is Present Tense, a series on mindfulness for busy people (read: all of us). Whether you're at work, on a walk, or hanging with loved ones, mindfulness can help you stay connected and engaged – ...

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Want to destress your mind? Start with your body. Progressive Muscle Relaxation is a practice where you methodically tense and release your muscles to ...

Winter is the perfect season to slow down and permit yourself to relax. When it's cold outside and the days get dark early, there's something satisfying about creating cozy, stress-free moments right ...

This content is provided to Johns Hopkins employees through a partnership with Aetna Resources for Living. Take a deep breath. Hold it for a moment, and then exhale. Feel more relaxed? Being ...

“Not-thinking?" you might be asking. “Why would I want to do that?” Of course, we need to think. If you and I weren’t thinkers, I couldn’t have written this piece and you wouldn’t be able to read it.

National Relaxation Day is today, Sunday, Aug. 15. Sounds like a great idea that should be celebrated more than once a year. Everybody needs to take some time to avoid stress, say “no,” kick back and ...

In recent posts, I remarked on the limited effectiveness and unresolved safety problems associated with benzodiazepines and other prescription medications widely used to treat insomnia, and provided ...