meditation

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.

4 morning habits to ditch for a happier day — and 5 to do instead

Not a morning person? Here's how to change that.

I dropped 4 dress sizes and 50 pounds — thanks to this low-impact exercise

"Exercise is now a celebration of what my body can do rather than a punishment," gushed Chloe Boullé, 23. "I feel alive."

Amazon deals 'slap in the face' to stressed warehouse workers, tells them to think happy thoughts

A warehouse worker at one of the company's fulfillment centers sent the screenshot to the news site 404 Media.

Gwyneth Paltrow reveals her longevity routine — which includes bizarre eyes-open meditation

"My longevity practice will really evolve the more that I learn," the Goop founder said.

Silent meditation retreats under scrutiny after 'free spirit' artist, 22, killed herself during 10-day stay

The anguished mother whose 22-year-old "free spirit" daughter killed herself during an intensive 10-day meditation retreat is speaking out on the potential dangers of the ancient mindfulness practice often compared...

What is a sound bath? Inside the relaxation technique that can decrease stress, boost energy and improve sleep

Sit back, relax and let the sound waves wash over you.

New Yorkers seek more chill New Year's Eve with meditation, 'sound baths'

Revelers are seeking more rejuvenating ways to ring in the new year, ditching drunken toasts of cheap Champagne for events that offer soothing sound baths and group meditations.

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

After more than 365 days of use, we're finally in the right Headspace (ha!) to compile our thoughts into this detailed review.

9 ways to handle holiday grief, according to experts

The holidays are meant to be a time of togetherness and celebration. Yet for those who have recently experienced loss or trauma, the season can bring sadness instead.

Headspace is offering a limited-time 50% off deal for meditation memberships this Black Friday

We're users of the app and can attest it's a daily ritual we enjoy.

Bali officials on the hunt for tourist seen meditating naked at Hindu temple

Balinese officials are on the hunt for a man who was filmed meditating naked at a Hindu temple, with his indecent act infuriating locals.

'Creepy' photo of identically dressed group in apparent trance state at the beach has locals worried

A “strange” photo taken at a Sydney beach has Australians freaking out – but there’s a simple explanation behind the “scary” photo.

Accepting that life is fleeting may make it more worth living, say those practicing 'death meditation'

“To say, ‘It’s possible that I may die today,’ wakes up an awareness that helps us become more responsible, loving and fearless people," said one convert to this meditation practice.