A centuries-old tradition may soon find a place in modern medicine. Researchers have discovered that a simple breathing exercise involving a conch shell can ease symptoms of a common sleep disorder.

“Mindfulness” is not just a trendy buzzword. A mindfulness movement has taken hold as corporations and individuals increasingly seek ways to restore calmness amid stress and promote overall well-being ...

We’re inundated with the latest and greatest wellness tips (yes, we’ll take one Mirror and two new Bala Bands, please.) And yet, somehow, we’re still suckers for easy solves and low-level commitments.

Zen Master Rinzai once said, “When hungry I eat; when tired, I sleep. Fools laugh at me. The wise understand.” That's great advice for some, but the boss might not understand if you're dozing off next ...

How many times have you said to yourself, "I wish I had more energy," or "I just don't have the energy to tackle that"? The issue isn't really about whether we have enough energy at our disposal. It's ...

How do I prepare? Take a seat on the floor (we recommend finding a cushion) or sit in a steady, comfortable chair and place both feet on the floor. How should I feel? It's common for the mind wander ...

In a world where stress and trauma disproportionately affect Black women — and with the 2024 Election making many of them reconsider how they will move through the world — Jasmine Marie is on a ...

I was working with veterans with trauma, and we were trying to figure out some interventions we could use to help them, because many traditional interventions like therapy or pharmaceutical ...

Alena is a professional writer, editor and manager with a lifelong passion for helping others live well. She is also a registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and a functional medicine certified health ...