You can do something physical like take a walk or practice yoga; immerse yourself, even briefly, in nature; engage in ...

At one point, my husband and I had three children under age four. The idea of practicing self-care was a farfetched dream. We were in survival mode at all times, buried in diaper changes, night ...

Listening to music is also an excellent way to unwind during stressful moments at work. Choose calming tunes or nature ...

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, a cardiologist explains how to slow down a racing heart in times of stress.

If you want to see how comfortable the volunteers are around the detainees at the Olmsted County Adult Detention Center, just watch Sandee TePoel. She teaches three meditation classes every week at ...

In our hyperconnected world, the transition from daytime activity to nighttime rest has become increasingly complex. The constant stream of notifications, work responsibilities, and social obligations ...

Many children are referred to see me to help them learn how to deal better with their anger. They may be children who become angry easily with minimal provocation, or who remain angry for a long time, ...

We’ve all been there – the whirlwind of paws, barks, and boundless energy. Having a dog in your life is an excellent source ...

When children are overwhelmed with emotions or challenging situations, they may turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms such as temper tantrums, defiance or even overeating. Such reactions to stress can ...

Have you ever noticed that when your pet (or kids) get around certain people, they get more excited, anxious and harder to calm? What about pets that “just sense” when someone is afraid? Those events ...