Stress relief
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Stress relief from laughter? It's no joke
Laughter is powerful stress-relief medicine. Discover how to fire up your sense of humor.
Standing forward bend
Relax with this yoga pose and stretch your back and legs.
Spirituality and stress relief: Make the connection
Stress relief: Discover the connection between spirituality, stress relief and a healthier, happier life.
Seated spinal twist
Try this yoga pose to add flexibility to your back.
Say no, to say yes to less stress
Is your plate piled too high with deadlines and obligations? Are you trying to cram too many activities into too little time? If so, you may find stress relief by learning how to say no to others and yes to yourself. Don't make up reasons to get out of an obligation. The truth is always the best way to turn down a friend, family member or co-worker. But let them down gently. Compliment the person's or group's effort while saying that you're unable to commit at this time. It will soften the blow and keep you in good graces.
Post-traumatic stress: How can you help your loved one?
Use these tips to help someone cope with stress from a traumatic event, whether it's acute stress disorder (ASD) or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Positive thinking: Stop negative self-talk to reduce stress
Positive thinking — Harness the power of optimism to help with stress management.
Perfect holiday? Forget about it!
Adding extensive preparations, such as shopping, baking and entertaining, to your usual daily demands can take the joy out of the holidays. Instead, consider scaling back. Focus on the holiday traditions you enjoy most, and skip the rest. Accept imperfections in yourself and in others. Embrace the holiday season with peace and good cheer.
Palliative care: Who is it for?
Palliative care — Mayo Clinic expert explains who may benefit from palliative care and how it differs from hospice care.
Mountain pose
Try this simple yoga pose while standing.
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