The Original Mindfulness Meditation

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013

A Zen Buddhist monk guides us through the brief mindfulness meditation “Pebble for your Pocket.”

How Stress Can Be Useful

Friday, April 19th, 2013

New research published reveals that not all stress is bad for us, and sometimes it can be helpful.

Anxious? A Simple Yoga Posture That Helps

Monday, April 15th, 2013

Yoga teacher and authentic living expert Amy Patee demonstrates a simple yoga posture (asana) and two breathing exercises that help reduce anxiety.

Guided Mindfulness Meditation

Tuesday, December 18th, 2012

This quick guided meditation exercise is a great refreshment and coping skill for dealing with stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues.

Seven Steps to Deep Breathing for Relaxation

Tuesday, September 4th, 2012

This brief and simple step-by-step video demonstrates a deep breathing technique that’s a valuable addition to your wellness toolkit.

Stressed Out Teens

Tuesday, June 26th, 2012

Teens experience stress differently than adults and it affects decision making in underdeveloped areas of their brains, research shows.

Sleep Psychology

Thursday, June 23rd, 2011

Interview with sleep psychologist Shelby Harris on adjusting circadian rhythms, sleep hygiene, dreams, nightmares and sleep paralysis, narcolepsy, and more.

Progressive Muscle Relaxation Soothes Stress

Thursday, October 14th, 2010

Tutorial on Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR), an effective skill for coping with stress, anxiety and insomnia.

Nature Walk Videos

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Relaxing, brief nature walks for stress relief.

How to Relax Effectively with Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Friday, February 12th, 2010

Video guide through a progressive muscle relaxation exercise.

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