Stress, particularly when chronic, is associated with many negative health consequences. An effective way to reduce stress and lower cortisol (the “stress hormone”) involves physical contact—be it in ...

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Simple actions like consciously placing a hand on your heart or hugging yourself can lower your cortisol levels, heart rate, and help you feel less ...

Watch the video talking you through exactly how to complete the self soothing exercise WHEN you’re feeling stressed or run down, sometimes all you want is a good hug. But a study shows that you don’t ...

Self-compassion can help you cope with stress in healthier ways. Research links higher self-compassion with more adaptive coping and resilience. You can build self-compassion with three elements: ...

Benefits of deep breathing exercises: Deep, intentional breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for calming your body after a stress response (Image: Canva) Life ...

The soothing power of touch eases both physical pain and the sting of hurt feelings, say researchers — a finding that may be increasingly important in our social-media-driven world. When someone hurts ...

A gift certificate to a traditional spa warmed the heart of Jodi Dayan, but the Dublin mother of two — who was undergoing chemotherapy — struggled to find a service she considered safe. “I was making ...

WHEN you’re feeling stressed or run down, sometimes all you want is a good hug. But a study shows that you don’t necessarily need the touch of others to soothe you – and you might only need 20 seconds ...