When we mindfully tense and then release our muscles, our bodies are telling our brains to relax. Try this practice that's proven to help with depression, anxiety, and stress. Scroll down for a ...

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 ...

Flexing your muscles isn’t just about looking good; it can also boost your mental and physical health by treating headaches, high blood pressure, digestive problems, and more. Here’s what you need to ...

If you suffer from frequent back spasms or urination or, on the flip-side, have difficulty urinating, there's a chance you might have a tight or overactive pelvic floor. Most people are unaware that ...

Progressive muscle relaxation is a technique that can improve your emotional regulation by reducing tension and stress. By systematically tensing and relaxing your muscles, you can cultivate a greater ...

If you're a nervous flier, the most anxiety-inducing moment of a trip can be the minutes before your plane takes off. Whether you're worried about turbulence or landing safely, once stress puts your ...

Relaxation during a period of isolation. Does that sound like an oxymoron? It is possible to relax during this time of coronavirus. I am going to describe one way to do just that. It’s called ...

There are a lot of relaxation techniques out there that we can all learn and practice. However, I have found that many of my clients (and myself) struggle with the way these are presented, and they ...

“A fantastic poison vaguely connected with South American Indians and detective novels” was Dr. Harold R. Griffith’s first idea of curare (rhymes with safari). But in last week’s Canadian Medical ...