In general, leaning into your friendships is one of the best ways to relax without alcohol. Meaningful human connections “release dopamine and opioids in our brain,” Lembke says. “We are social ...

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We could all use a spa day. But if your schedule — or wallet — is stopping you from getting some professional pampering, you can at least turn your own home into a spa for an hour or two. Michele ...

In normal times, between work, family life, and recreation, it can be easy to forget to carve out some peaceful personal space — but when a crisis strikes, the need to let go of stress can be crucial.

Weekends often fall victim to competing pressures, the allure of productivity, the siren call of social media, the backlog of household tasks, and the simple exhaustion that leads many to spend ...

Relaxation is about more than taking a breather, or spending time on a hobby. It can have a long-term impact on your health by lessening stress and improving overall well-being. For some, it can be ...

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Relaxation techniques may help lower high blood pressure-at least in the short term-but the longer term effects are unclear, finds a pooled data analysis of the existing research published in the open ...

From gentle movement to two-voice journaling, experts share science-backed strategies for calming your nervous system without reaching for a drink.