Feeling overwhelmed by daily stress, struggling to maintain close relationships, or finding it challenging to stick to healthy routines are experiences familiar to many. While these aspects of life may seem unrelated,... Read more »
When faced with stressful situations – whether delivering a speech, dealing with criticism, or navigating tense social encounters – most people focus heavily on negative thoughts and sensations. But what if we... Read more »
“Through simply touching, more directly than in any other way, we can transmit to each other something of the power of the life we have inside us.” — Frederick Buechner During a... Read more »
Lindsay, E. K., Young, S., & Creswell, J. D. (2025). Mindfulness training fosters a positive outlook during acute stress: A randomized controlled trial. Emotion, 25(4), 815–826. https://doi.org/10.1037/emo0001452 Key Takeaways Focus: Examining whether mindfulness training... Read more »
Gardening can provide exercise, aromatherapy, healthy nutrition, community and a sanctuary space to reduce stress. It can, if practiced at the right time of day, help induce a peaceful night’s sleep. Through... Read more »
I love life, and I joyfully awake early without an alarm. I hop out of bed at 5:00 or 5:30 a.m., ready to start my day. I have always been this way,... Read more »
Ringwald, W. R., Edershile, E. A., Mostajabi, J., Nielsen, S. R., Woods, W. C., Simms, L. J., & Wright, A. G. C. (2025). Daily manifestations of psychopathology in response to stress. Journal... Read more »
Future anxiety refers to a state of worry, uncertainty, and fear about potential negative changes in one’s future. It involves concerns about upcoming events or circumstances that may be perceived as threatening... Read more »
McHugh, R. K., McCarthy, M. D., Bichon, J. A., Nguyen, M. D., Kneeland, E. K., Ellis, R. A., Dillon, D. G., & Fitzmaurice, G. M. (2024). Effects of behavioral interventions on stress... Read more »
What if you could reduce your stress and anxiety when dealing with difficult life situations by changing the way you think about the issue that is causing those negative feelings? Challenges are... Read more »