Overloading stress can have some substantial consequences. This semester, I decided to take the maximum number of credits allowed by my university. Ever since I
Stress is a typical part of life, but when it becomes chronic, it can produce excess cortisol, a stress hormone [1]. High cortisol levels, including weight gain,
What Percentages of Workers’ Compensation Claims Are Directly Related to Stress? Stress is a common phenomenon experienced by individuals in various aspects of their lives,
For centuries, practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) have targeted pressure points to relieve stress. This type of alternative medicine is known as acupressure. Acupressure
*This is an article from the Summer 2023 issue of Contentment Magazine. By John F. Barnes, PT President and CEO of the Myofascial Release Treatment Centers &
Mental health is a crucial part of our overall well-being, yet it remains a topic that is often misunderstood, stigmatized, and overlooked, especially for men.
Adults who take part in group-based, teacher-led mindfulness-based programs (MBPs) have reduced psychological distress. METHODOLOGY: Evidence suggests the effect of MBPs, which combine elements of
A rough day at the office can be enough to ruin your whole day – or in some extreme cases, the entire week. Drama, politics
How colleges can better prepare students for the realities of today’s adulthood. As I approach the end of a teaching career that stretches from the
Hustle culture refers to a competitive environment where employees feel pressured to work strenuous hours and achieve results quickly. This type of atmosphere can lead
Humans aren’t designed to live with excessive stress. Yet over the past few years we’ve come to normalize stress, some workplaces even condone or—yikes—celebrate stress.
If we tapped into the magical moments in our lives where we felt undeniable calmness, peace and contentment, they still can offer a visceral shift
