Relaxation

Breathing is the one bodily process you can both ignore and control — and the "4-7-8" breathing method is a simple, portable pattern that...

A good night’s sleep starts long before your head hits the pillow. In this article you’ll learn 10 practical, science-informed bedtime habits that improve...

A calm, well-designed bedroom does more than look nice — it guides your body and brain into the state they need for deep, restorative...

Stress shows up in your body—tight shoulders, clenched jaw, a buzzing mind. The fastest way to interrupt that loop is often through your own...

If “calming sounds” videos help you drift off, you’re not imagining it. ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) is a sensory–emotional reaction many people feel...

Getting relaxed enough to drift off isn’t just “mind over mattress.” It’s biology. The science behind relaxation and sleep explains why some nights feel...

If your mind revs at bedtime, mindfulness can give it brakes. Mindfulness exercises for better sleep are short, repeatable practices—like breath counting, body scans,...

Journaling can be more than a diary—it’s a practical way to soothe a busy mind, reduce stress, and create a sense of control. This...

Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is a simple, evidence-based technique where you deliberately tense and then release muscle groups in a set order to trigger...

If you’re winding down at night, hot tea without caffeine is one of the simplest ways to tell your body, “We’re done for the...