The 24/7 news cycle. Nonstop Zoom meetings. Always-on social media. Who among us is merely stimulated these days? Overstimulation—that feeling of being emotionally overloaded and overwhelmed—feels ...

Sometimes we all need a reminder to relax and let go of all that stress we carry around. These "don't stress" quotes are perfect for sending to friends and family during those challenging times or for ...

Dear Carol: I need tips on how to calm my husband, who has been diagnosed with both Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia. In the past, he’s been pretty easy to care for compared to many people with ...

Reducing stress over the long term involves eating a nutritious diet, getting adequate exercise and logging sufficient hours of sleep. But when Uncle Joe at the holiday feast is repeating a story that ...

You don’t always need a pill to calm down and chill. Agitated nerves crave a soothing touch, a few moments of serenity, and some feel-good mind-body tricks. The best part is that calming yourself down ...

Self-soothing is defined as an individual's efforts or capacity to calm themselves while in a state of emotional distress (Wright, 2009). It is a key aspect of well-being as it helps us stay regulated ...

ST. LOUIS — Experts share that taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical body. Still, with stress, deadlines and in this fast-paced society, you might find ...

It wasn’t so long ago that self-help gurus on Instagram were touting elaborate skincare routines as the most wholesome form of self-care. Not anymore. Self-care has finally broached the skin barrier ...

This post is part 3 of a 3-part series. Richard Schwartz, Ph.D., is the founder of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. A featured speaker for national professional organizations, Schwartz is the ...

A new study says wearing a watch that vibrates the speed of a steady heartbeat can be calming. The researchers had two groups strap on a tricked-out watch to wear before giving a public ...

Between finals, family gatherings and the rush of the holidays, it’s easy for Oklahomans to overlook their own well-being. Calm Waters Director of Development and Communications Emily Ahearn joined ...