Stress

As we progress further into the 21st century, more and more people are feeling the effects of stress. The demands of work and family life can be overwhelming, and it's easy to feel like you're constantly juggling a million things at once. Couple that with ongoing "unprecedented times," and more...

Your brain health is important – and not just for your mental well-being. It impacts your physical health, too. In fact, many experts believe that what we do to improve our brain health can have a positive impact on conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, dementia, heart disease, and more.  Today,...

An overactive mind can work to your advantage at times, helping you think on your feet and respond quickly to whatever comes your way. However, an overactive mind can also get in the way of your peace and tranquility. Not to mention, it's a common culprit of sleep challenges, including...

2022 is going to be your best year yet—we just know it. But to make sure this is true, it's time to take control of the stress that could be holding you back. And we know with everything going on in the world, taking control of your stress might seem...

Along with other physical symptoms of stress include gastrointestinal distress, headaches are one of the most commonly associated physical side effects of stress. Stress headaches can range from being nagging and inconvenient to downright debilitating. That constant pressure and pounding in your head makes it hard to get anything done,...

Don't things seem to always happen in threes? Sometimes they're good things and sometimes they're bad. But in the case of job stress, poor sleep, and hypertension, it's one deadly trio you want to avoid at all costs.  A Deadly Trio: Job Stress, Poor Sleep, and Hypertension It's no surprise...

The word itself might sound complicated and scientific, but the basic function of neurostimulation is rather straightforward: stimulating the nervous system. Of course, our nervous systems are triggered by a number of things all day long (consciously or unconsciously) but there are a number of benefits to being able to...

When your emotions get the best of you it can be hard to bounce back, even for the strongest of people. Emotional resilience isn’t something that comes naturally to everyone, but it’s certainly something that should be a priority. There’s no denying life gets hard. Whether it’s a pandemic causing...

2020 has been a year filled with an overwhelming abundance of stress for just about everyone. Bills have been piling up, isolation has brought on a lot of loneliness, and uncertainty continues to loom. As this stress builds up from various sources, it becomes a part of your allostatic load...

Hearing someone claim they’re ‘stressed out’ is about as common as hearing someone say ‘I’m tired’. We all feel stress from time to time, and some of us more than others. But what does it really mean to be stressed versus stressed out? And does the difference between the two...

Listening to music is powerful. It can set the mood in certain situations, bring back nostalgic memories, and in some cases, even help relieve stress. In fact, the power of music for stress relief can be incredible. As it influences us with its relaxing effects on our minds and bodies,...

Stress levels are at an all-time high for many Americans. As families across the country prepare to send their kids back to school this month, they face uncertainty about adapting to the new norm and navigating all the changes we'll continue to experience. And as we discuss chronic and ongoing...

Take a moment and close your eyes. Imagine a long ribbon wrapped around your head with two threads hanging down. The threads flank down your neck on the right and left side. One thread twists down touching your throat, past the heart, and stops at your belly button. The other...

The comfort zone. The intangible, psychological boundaries you develop as you go through life. As long as you function within the confined comfort zone, life is good and dandy. All of your experiences will continue to be safe and comfortable, causing little to no worry. But, when you’re pushed outside...

Today we’re sharing with you our favorite tips to biohack your life and eliminate unwanted stress. And they couldn’t come at a better time! During these days of unprecedented events, lots of people are experiencing not only more stress, but new kinds of stress every day. Mental Health Month This...

Your mind is racing. You have so much to do and not enough time to do it. Or maybe you can’t stop thinking about that one conversation yesterday because you feel you really should have said this or that. And now it’s too late and who knows what will happen....

The modern workplace employee is more stressed-out than ever. Leaving late, working long hours, too much sitting, it all adds up and it’s stressing everyone out! Even when you leave the office, it becomes difficult to unplug and ignore emails to your phone. In a survey commissioned by Neuvana, 82%...

Human beings are creatures of habit. We like it when we feel in control of our lives and when everything happens as we planned. But when the unexpected occurs, it can be stressful. The way we react to uncertainty can differ from person to person. Some will experience very little...

Did the holidays and end of 2019 make you feel a little extra stressed and burnt out? We know the feeling. Sometimes it’s challenging to not get caught up in too many commitments and routines, so we forget to take care of ourselves. We all do it, sacrifice our mental...

Tips to Become Healthier & Happier Over the Holidays Get Some Zzz’s With all of the holiday traveling, shopping, and parties, it can be difficult to get enough sleep. It’s recommended to get 7-8 hours, so try to stick to your normal sleep routine to avoid becoming sleep deprived. Try...