meditation

Anti-aging benefits linked to one surprising health habit

Engaging in a long-term meditation practice could significantly alleviate stress and slow down aging, suggests a new study published in the journal Biomolecules.

Struggling with back pain? Try these 2 free, easy tricks supported by science

A new study suggests two unlikely treatments are effective at easing lower back pain and reducing opioid use.

Night owls are more likely to be depressed — what you can do about it

A new study has shed light on why night owls are at greater risk of depression than early birds and has identified a few strategies that can help.

'Glimmers' are the opposite of 'triggers' — how they can keep you happy and regulate your mood

Can micromoments of joy help the brain and the body recover from trauma?

You can actually change the brain waves involved in depression and anxiety with this trick

New research suggests a unique form of meditation can affect brain regions linked to emotional regulation and memory, potentially paving the way for new treatments for anxiety and depression.

We've been using Headspace for more than three years, and we truly won't start our days without it

We're finally in the right Headspace (ha!) to compile our thoughts into this detailed review.

Going for a ‘walk’ through someone else’s house could be the secret to falling asleep faster

A viral sleep hack that relies on a unique visualization technique is taking the internet by storm.

Doing this for 20 minutes can get rid of pain, study finds

Could "om" take the edge off of "ouch"? New research suggests that mindfulness meditation is effective in pain management.

I'm a Shaolin master — here's how to adopt a 'warrior mindset' to stop procrastinating at work and in life

Ever wish you had the discipline and concentration of a monk?

I'm a neuroscientist — here are 4 easy ways to increase your thinking abilities

Most of our 100 billion brain cells were created before birth — the brain can still produce new cells, called neurons, as we age.

Why Mercury retrograde messes with your sleep cycle — plus 4 tips to fight back

We're in the thick of Mercury retrograde, folks, wherein the trickster planet of communion, conversation, tech and tantrums slows his proverbial roll and leaves us in the muck and mire.

Down for 'raw dogging'? Experts share upsides of forced boredom on flights

Lately, it seems everyone's got a raw dog in this in-flight fight.

How solar flares affect us energetically and astrologically

Our life-giving death star is experiencing its "solar maximum," which sounds like the name of a Christian rock band and is defined as the peak activity period within the sun's...

Sitting still is hard, but experts say the benefits of meditation are worth the struggle

The first time Marcelle Hutchins sat down to meditate, she put on a guided session, relaxed her shoulders and tried to close her eyes. She lasted two minutes.

Struggling to fall asleep? Try this simple trick to drift off quickly

A sleep shortcut that’s making the rounds on TikTok uses the alphabet to help people drift off.

This 4,000 year old practice could be what you need to beat stress

This is an a-maze-ing way to beat stress. 

5 ways women can lower their stroke risk — including one to do before going outside

Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death for American women.